Alexander the Great Private Tour at Pella and Vergina

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(15 reviews)
Thessaloniki, Greece

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7 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Skip the logistics of visiting ancient Macedonia independently on a private day trip from Thessaloniki to Pella and Vergina, with local insights from your driver-host. Explore Pella’s archaeological site and museum at your own pace, including its detailed mosaics. In Vergina, visit the Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai, where Philip II’s golden larnax and royal burial artifacts are preserved, followed by the Polycentric Museum of Aigai with ancient coins and a gold-threaded ceremonial garment.

What's Included

Private transportation
All fees and taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Water, refreshments and coffe
Full ticket to the Royal Tombs of Vergina and the Museum of Aigai: 20euros /person
Breakfast/Lunch
Full ticket to the museum of Pella: 20euros /person
Licensed tour guide
The driver is not a certified tour guide and does not accompany you in the museums and sites.

Meeting and pickup

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

We can pick you up from anywhere you choose! You can contact us through your phone, email, whatsupp, viber and messenger!
You will recognize your guide by the sign with the name of the company "Personal Guide".

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Meeting point
Port of Thessaloniki

In front of the main entrance of the Port.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Archaeological Museum of Pella

    09:00 a.m. – Pick-up from your accommodation in Thessaloniki and departure for Pella Archaeological Site, the birthplace of Alexander the Great and former capital of the ancient Kingdom of Macedonia. 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Self-explore the archaeological site of Pella and discover the remains of this once-powerful ancient city. 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Self-explore the Archaeological Museum of Pella at your own pace, including its famous mosaics and important artifacts from ancient Macedonia. 12:15 p.m. – Departure for Vergina.

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina)

    01:00 p.m. – 02:00 p.m. – Free time for coffee, snacks, or lunch in the area of Vergina. 02:00 p.m. – 03:00 p.m. – Self-explore the Polycentric Museum of Aigai, home to impressive collections from ancient Aigai, including rare ancient coins, royal artifacts, and the famous gold-threaded ceremonial garment of the Macedonian royal dynasty. 03:00 p.m. – 04:00 p.m. – Visit and self-explore the Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai, where the royal tomb of Philip II of Macedon, father of Alexander the Great, is preserved alongside extraordinary gold treasures and royal burial artifacts. 04:15 p.m. – Departure for the return journey to Thessaloniki.

    3 hours • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Car seat available for toddlers(>2years old)
Supplied by personal guide

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Cancellation Policy

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