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Discover Vergina and Pella: Day Trip to Macedonian Kingdom 10% OFF
Thessaloniki, North Macedonia, Greece, Europe
$61.85
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they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Aigai and Pella Tour in Greece showcases the rich history of the imperial capital, where Alexander the Great was born and raised. This unique road trip immerses you in the archaeological treasures of the Macedonian Kingdom, bringing to life the lost prestige of Aigai, the first city of the Macedonians.
- 🏛️ Visit the Archaeological Museum of Pella, featuring modern exhibits and ancient mosaics like the "Abduction of Helen" and "Amazonomachy".
- 🗺️ Enjoy a scenic 45-minute drive from Aristotelous Square to Pella, covering a distance of 50 km with a departure time of 8:00 AM.
- 👑 Explore the Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai in Vergina, home to the Golden Larnax of Phillip II, marked with a 16-rayed sun symbolizing Macedonia.
- 🌟 Discover the Sun of Vergina, a characteristic symbol of the Argead Dynasty, alongside artifacts from Phillip II's royal tomb.
- 🍽️ Savor a lunch break at a local restaurant, indulging in traditional Greek flavors.
- 🏺 Conclude your journey at the grand New Museum of Aigai, showcasing findings unearthed from the ancient capital.
- 💼 Benefit from an English-speaking trip attendant to enhance your experience throughout the tour.
- 🚌 Transportation is included to and from the Museum of Vergina and Pella, ensuring a comfortable journey.
- 🔒 Basic travel insurance is provided during transportation for your peace of mind.
- 🎟️ Free and reduced entry options are available for students and seniors, promoting accessibility to these historical sites.
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Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- English-speaking trip attendant.
- Basic travel insurance (during transportation)
- Transportation to and from the Museum of Vergina and Pella.
- Polycentric Museum of Aigai
- Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina)
- archaeological site of Pella
- Tips
- Guided tour inside the monasteries and museums
- The cost of the lunch at the restaurant
Meeting point
Aristotelous square and Egnatia square in front of Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos at 08:00
Return details
Aristotelous square and Egnatia square in front of Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos at 08:00
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Archaeological Museum of PellaEmbark on a journey to Pella with Ammon Express at 8:00 from Aristotelous Square & Egnatia Street (at the white Statue of Venizelos). The distance of 50km takes about 45 minutes to reach. Once in Pella, discover the new and modern museum, as well as the archaeological site boasting unique mosaics. Delight in the "Abduction of Helen" and "Amazonomachy" mosaics in the ancient market, and see artifacts from the daily lives of the people that illustrate the lifestyle during ancient times.
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Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina)Next, we reach Vergina where we visit the Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai, situated in the borders of the village. The characteristic Golden Larnax (funerary casket), an urn with the cremated remains of Phillip II is marked with a 16-rayed sun, the symbol of Macedonia. The Sun of Vergina (or Star of Vergina), which is characteristic symbol of the Argead Dynasty (of the King Phillip II and Alexander the Great) was found together with the excavations that brought back to light his father’s Royal Tomb. 4 of the sun rays represent of the 4 classical elements and the other 12 sun rays represent the 12 Olympian Gods. Admire the golden oak wreath that Phillip II had during his funeral pyre, military armors. Later, we enjoy our lunch break in a restaurant with greek traditional flavours. Last stop before our departure is at the grand New Museum of Aigai, hosting findings and artifacts unearthed from the soil of the old capital;
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Discover Vergina and Pella: Day Trip to Macedonian Kingdom 10% OFF
Thessaloniki, North Macedonia, Greece, Europe
$61.85
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!