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- English
This is the only place where a visitor can experience unique finds you can see nowhere else in the world. The Vergina gold treasures and royal tombs are the most important archaeological discovery of the 20th century in Greece and a UNESCO site.
The classical pebble mosaics of Pella are the only ones from the 4th century BC found in such a good condition in the ruined villas.
Visit the two Macedonian kingdom capitals at your own pace, learn about this great ancient kingdom of Philip and Alexander and enjoy a traditional taverna lunch in between.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick up can be arranged from any city hotel or appartment in Thessaloniki for private tours by taxi, limo or van. No transportation is included in the guiding fee shown. If you stay outdside the city, then an extra charge is added, depending on the distance, tolls, time needed. Further contact with the guide via the portal messenger system about the extra transportation cost is required before the booking is confirmed. Pick-up, all transportation done during the tour and drop-off is not included in the tour's price and is agreed upon request.
Upper part of Aristotle Square, in front of the marble Venizelos statue or from any central hotel and apartment meeting point for pick up
Itinerary
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The first half of the day is a private guided visit to the birthplace of Alexander the Great, ancient Pella archaeological site and its new excellent museum. Pella was the second ancient capital of the Macedonian kingdom, known as the birthplace of Alexander the Great. We will see the unique ancient mosaic pebble floors in the rich mansions and in the archaeological museum together with many other valuable finds of the area.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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All the important finds of the Pella area, including pottery, jewelry, mosaics, coins, are to be seen in this excellent new museum
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
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We then continue to the first ancient capital of the Macedonian kingdom, Aigai, nowadays called Vergina. We'll see the tomb of king Philip II (father of Alexander the Great) and the tomb of the Prince and the exhibition housing their gold and silver royal treasures. The most important archaeological discovery of Greece in the 20th century. Go underground to admire the treasures of gold, silver and ivory hidden in Great Tumulus.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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