Ancient Mycenae & Nafplion Premium Tour with an Expert Tour Guide

About this experience

What does the Mycenae and Nafplion premium tour include? This full-day guided tour departs from Athens and heads into the Peloponnese to explore the ancient citadel of Mycenae and the coastal town of Nafplion. With an expert guide, comfortable transport, and a stop at the Corinth Canal, it covers two of Greece's most important historical destinations in a single day. What will I see at Mycenae? Mycenae was the seat of King Agamemnon and one of the most powerful centres of the Late Bronze Age. Your guide leads you through the Lion Gate, the oldest monumental sculpture in Europe, the royal grave circles where gold funeral masks were discovered, and the massive walls built from stones so large the ancient Greeks believed they were placed by Cyclopes. Nearby, the Treasury of Atreus (Tomb of Agamemnon) is a vast beehive-shaped tomb that remains one of the most impressive structures from the ancient world. What is there to do in Nafplion? Nafplion served as the first capital of modern Greece and retains a mix of Venetian, Ottoman, and neoclassical architecture. Free time lets you explore the old town's cobbled streets, walk along the waterfront promenade, climb to the Palamidi fortress for panoramic views, or sit down for lunch at a harbour-side taverna. Book Your Mycenae and Nafplion Tour The Lion Gate, a Bronze Age citadel, and Greece's most charming seaside town. Book your premium guided tour from Athens to Mycenae and Nafplion.

Highlights

• Travel comfortably from Athens on a full-day guided tour covering the Corinth Canal, Ancient Mycenae, and free time in Nafplio, with seamless round-trip transfers included
• Walk through the UNESCO-listed citadel of Mycenae with a licensed guide, passing the Lion Gate, Cyclopean Walls, and the Treasury of Atreus
• Pause at the Corinth Canal for photos and context, learning how this narrow cut reshaped trade by linking the Aegean and Ionian Seas
• End the day in Nafplio, Greece’s first modern capital, with time to explore its old town, seaside views, and historic squares, or upgrade to include entry tickets and a traditional lunch in Mycenae
• Fun fact: The Corinth Canal is just 24 meters wide! It is so narrow that modern cruise ships still have to shut engines and be towed through, making it one of Greece’s most dramatic engineering feats.

What is included

• Air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi Licensed English-speaking tour guide Short stop at the picturesque Corinth Canal All legal taxes Entry tickets to archaeological sites (option based) Lunch (option based)

Not included

• Gratuities Hotel pick-up and drop-off Meals and drinks

Before you go

Meeting point is near the Acropolis metro station. Exact details provided after booking. Wear sturdy walking shoes for the archaeological site. Bring sunscreen, water, and a hat, especially in summer. Bring cash for any entrance fees not included in your ticket option.

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.