3-Day Private Tour of Mycenae, Nafplio, Epidaurus, plus Hydra and Spetses Island

Day 1 · Corinth Canal - Mycenae - Nafplio town - Epidaurus

1. 1

   The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus

   one hour Admission not included

   Epidaurus, another Unesco World Heritage Site, is home to an ancient, beautifully preserved theater. The oldest theater with amazing acoustics.

2. 2

   Archaeological Site Mycenae

   1 h 30 min Admission not included

   Mycenae is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home of King Agamemnon and the Mycenean civilization with some of Greece’s most famous ancient ruins. Wander around the archaeological site and accompanying museum.

3. 3

   Palamidi Castle

   45 min Admission not included

   The Venetian castle has an awesome walk of 999 steps down to the Old Town. Enjoy the water views next to the peninsula and take some great photos.

4. 4

   Corinth Canal

   15 min

   The Corinth Canal connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. It cuts through the narrow Isthmus of Corinth and separates the Peloponnese from the Greek mainland, arguably making the peninsula an island.

5. 5

   Nafplio

   one hour

   Nafplio's port, Palamidi castle with the 999 steps, and the old Venetian town are the main attractions of one of the most beautiful towns in Greece.

6. 6

   Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)

   45 min Admission not included

   OPTIONAL: Ancient Corinth was inhabited in the Neolithic period (6500-3250 BC) but the big prosperity began in the 8th century.

   Corinth was a city-state and for Christians, Corinth is well known from the two letters of Saint Paul in the New Testament, First and Second Corinthians. Corinth is also mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles as part of the Paul the Apostle's missionary travels.

Ermioni town opposite Hydra island: In a beautiful guest house with a balcony facing the Aegean and Hydra island.

Day 2 · Hydra island

1. 1

   Hydra Town

   4 hours

   Visit the very historic and cosmopolitan island of Hydra; the hiding place of the rich, the famous, and the artists from all over the world. No cars, no noise but still extremely popular and relaxed! Explore on foot and enjoy the views.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   45 min Admission not included

   The house was built in 1750 and it is a great example of upper class island life of the 18th and 19th century when Hydra was the home to the shipping families. Inside the Manor of Lazaros Kountouriotis are displayed family heirlooms, personal belongings, paintings and exhibits from the folkoric and historical collections, which belong to the National Museum of History.

3. 3

   Metochi

   50 min

   After a very quick drive from your accommodation we arrive at Metochi pier to catch the boat to Hydra. This is a lovely, easy and quick 25 minutes ride (each way) from the Peloponnese mainland to take you to Hydra island and back.

Breakfast on a self-catering basis with all necessary items included, which are local & some home-cooked products.

Same as day1: Ermioni town opposite Hydra island.

Day 3 · Spetses island

1. 1

   Spetses

   4 hours

   Spetses is an island boasting a long naval tradition and is famous for its significant contribution to the 1821 War of Independence. The island has managed to retain its traditional character thanks to its well-preserved grand captain mansions witness to the island’s glorious past. The picturesque old harbor is where the heart of the island’s entertainment beats.

2. 2

   Athens

   2 hours

   Back to Athens and to your base/accommodation. You can optionally be dropped off at your cruise ship or even the airport.

   Do remember that you can combine this tour with several other unique sites of the Peloponnese with our most popular being the 5-Day Peloponnese tour.

Breakfast on a self-catering basis with all necessary items included, which are local & some home-cooked products.

Return back to Athens and drop off at your hotel.