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Private Tour of Ancient Corinth, Temple of Hera, Blue Lake & Isthmus Canal from Athens

Location Athens, Greece, Europe
$656.37
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Be amazed by the modern engineering masterpiece of the Corinth Canal (Isthmus Canal).

Explore the large citadel of Acrocorinth. Through its imposing entrance gates, you will enter the castle and you will discover its hidden gems. You will also experience the spectacular panoramic views which will amaze you.

Witness the ancient town of Corinth, one of the richest towns in Ancient Greece, where St. Paul lived and preached for two years. We will visit the ruins of the ancient city in which you can see the remains of the Agora and one of the most outstanding monuments of pre –Roman period, the temple of Apollo.

Explore the Temple of Hera Akraia and St. Johns “tiny” church at Perachora. 

Swim amongst the ancient ruins at Ancient Heraion. For the more adventurous, you will have a chance to do some “cliff-jumping” from the surrounding rocks, as the sea in the sanctuary cove is both deep and clear. 

Discover the Malagavi Lighthouse, one of the oldest stone lighthouses in Greece built in 1897 that is still in operation.
Passengers
Price per group
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 9 hours

  • Fluent English speaking and multi-lingual drivers
  • Transportation by private first class vehicle
  • Hotel/Port pick-up and drop-off service
  • Bottled water & refreshing wipes
  • Professional Tour Drivers with in-depth knowledge of Greek history
  • Fully Private - Full Day Experience
  • WiFi on board
  • Skip-the-line ticket service (on-request)
  • Food and Drinks
  • Tips & Gratuities
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off (additional cost)
  • Licensed tour guide to accompany guests into the site and museum (additional cost, on request)
  • Entrance fees to the sites

  • Athens
    Pickup from your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens
  • Corinth Canal
    Visit the Isthmus Canal, one of the most important projects and 19th century engineering masterpieces, playing a catalytic role for the Mediterranean trade.
  • Akrokorinthos
    Visit Acrocorinth, the acropolis of ancient Corinth, a monolithic rock overseeing the ancient city of Corinth. It is one of the most impressive and dominant acropoleis of the Peloponnese. Gates: A system of 3 circuit walls reinforced by towers. Keep Temple of Aphrodite: On the highest of the two picks of the mountain are traces of the temple of Aphrodite on the site. Frankish Tower: At the SW edge of the precipitous rock fortified during Frankish times forming the inner keep of the fortress. Remains of churches, mosques, houses, fountains and cisterns are preserved here.
  • Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)
    Temple of Apollo: One of the earliest Doric temples in the Peloponnese and the Greek mainland with monolithic columns, rare in the ancient world, built around 560 BCE. Agora: A rectangular construction 160 m long and 70 m wide, consisting of central shops, small temples and altar and the renowned podium or Bema from where Apostle Paul addressed the Corinthians in 52 AD. Roman buildings. Theatre and Odeon/Asklepieion Lechaion road: Facing the Corinthian gulf leading to the port of Lechaion. St. Paul's church: Admiring a magnificent mosaic mural depicting Saul's vision from Christ as he was travelling to Damascus to persecute the Christians.
  • Peirene Spring: Located within the encircling walls, a gift of Asopus to Sisyphus.
  • Bema or Pedestal: The site of St Paul' s trial was the Bema, a large elevated rostrum standing prominently in the centre of the Roman Forum of ancient Corinth and from where the city’s officials addressed the public.
  • Archaeological Museum of Corinth
    Ancient Corinth Archaeological Museum: Housing a large collection of artifacts from the local site and from smaller sites in the neighboring area. Hadgimoustafa spring: a fountain built during the Ottoman empire.
  • Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)
    Stroll amongst the village shops where you can treat yourself and buy handmade souvenirs for your family and friends.
  • Views of Geraneia Mountain: Enjoying breathtaking views of the Corinthian gulf and the SW coast of the Peloponnese.
  • Heraion (Sanctuary of Hera) in Perachora
    Sanctuary Of Hera Malagavi Lighthouse Heraion / Blue Lake Taste delicious authentic delicacies from the local fish tavernas. Enjoy your refreshing swim and bathe under the Helenic sun.
  • Athens
    Return to your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Private Tour of Ancient Corinth, Temple of Hera, Blue Lake & Isthmus Canal from Athens

    Location Athens, Greece, Europe
    $656.37
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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