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Ancient Corinth, Sanctuary of Hera, Blue Lake & Canal from Athens
(29) Reviews
Athens
Important Information
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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...
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
WiFi on board
Professional Tour Drivers with in-depth knowledge of Greek history
Private - Full Day Experience by private first class vehicle
Bottled water & refreshing wipes
Hotel/Port pick-up and drop-off service
Entrance fees to the ancient Corinth site and museum
Licensed tour guide to accompany guests into the site and museum (additional cost, on request)
Airport pick-up and drop-off (additional cost)
Tips & Gratuities
Food and Drinks
Ancient Corinth, Sanctuary of Hera, Blue Lake & Canal from Athens
(29) Reviews
Athens
About
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...
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
WiFi on board
Professional Tour Drivers with in-depth knowledge of Greek history
Private - Full Day Experience by private first class vehicle
Bottled water & refreshing wipes
Hotel/Port pick-up and drop-off service
Entrance fees to the ancient Corinth site and museum
Licensed tour guide to accompany guests into the site and museum (additional cost, on request)
Airport pick-up and drop-off (additional cost)
Tips & Gratuities
Food and Drinks
Itinerary
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Athens
Pickup from your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens
10 minutes
2
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.
45 minutes
3
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.
1 hour
4
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.
2 hours
5
Peirene Fountain
Peirene Spring: Located within the encircling walls, a gift of Asopus to Sisyphus.
20 minutes
6
Temple of Apollo
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.
20 minutes
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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.
45 minutes
8
Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)
Stroll amongst the village shops where you can treat yourself and buy handmade souvenirs for your family and friends.
30 minutes
9
Geraneia
Views of Geraneia Mountain: Enjoying breathtaking views of the Corinthian gulf and the SW coast of the Peloponnese.
15 minutes
10
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.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Athens
Return to your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens