2 Day Escape to Nafplio from Athens

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2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Argolis is a historic region in the northeastern Peloponnese of Greece, known as one of the most important centers of ancient Greek civilization. It blends dramatic landscapes, fertile plains, seaside towns, and some of Greece’s most legendary archaeological sites.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Mycenae: See ancient Greek remains and the tomb of Agamemnon in Mycenae
Nafplio: Nafplio’s architecture reflects centuries of Venetian, Ottoman, and Greek influence. It played a central role in the Greek War of Independence and became the seat of government under Ioannis Kapodistrias.

What's Included

Arrival/departure shared transfer from/to your hotel in Athens Air-conditioned shared transportation
1 night accommodation Day 1 Nafplio: Superior Hotel Category = Liberty Hotel or similar 4*
Breakfast
ENTRANCE FEES: All visits mentioned in the program: Mycenae archaeological site
Operated with an English-speaking local guide
International and/or domestic flight tickets
Airport taxes
Travel Insurance
Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the program
Visa fees
Optional gratuities for driver and guide
Climate Change Resilience Fee: In 4 star: 10 Euro per room/per night,

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick up is provided from selected hotels only. Your exact pick up time and place depend on the hotel where you stay at. After confirming the booking we will contact you to inform you about the exact pick up time and place. If you haven´t heard from us at least 48 hours before the activity start time, please contact us. If no hotel information is given, we won't be able to provide our services.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    ATHENS – CANAL OF CORINTH – MYCENAE – NAFPLIO

    3 stops
  • 1
    Corinth Canal

    After an early morning pick up from your hotel in Athens, we depart via the coastal national highway for the Corinth Canal (short stop).

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Archaeological Site Mycenae

    Drive to Mycenae and visit the archaeological site, home to the kingdom of mythical Agamemnon. Visit the Palace, the Lionesses Gate and the tomb of Agamemnon. Before we make a stop for lunch (not included), we may optionally visit a pottery factory.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Nafplio

    After lunch, driving through Argos, we proceed to Nauplia, the first capital of modern Greece, with its Venetian fortress of Palamidi and the fortified islet of Bourtzi (short stop). You will be dropped off in the centre of Nafplio where you can enjoy some free time before making your way to the hotel.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    NAFPLIO - ATHENS

    1 stop
  • 4
    Nafplio

    Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy your day in Nafplio, which sits between the sea and rolling hills, with neoclassical mansions, narrow cobblestone streets, and colorful bougainvillea climbing over balconies. The town has a relaxed, elegant atmosphere – lively but not overwhelming – making it popular for weekend getaways. Nafplio combines history, scenic beauty, and charm in a compact, walkable setting. It feels intimate and picturesque, often described as one of the most charming towns in Greece. At the designated time, please go to the pick-up point and hop on the bus for your return journey to Athens.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Pickup/drop off transfer from/to hotels in the city center of Athens
  • In Nafplio, the drop off and pick up are in the city center and not the hotel
  • We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
  • Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
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Private and Luxury
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Small Group
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