EPIDAURUS & MYCENAE

EPIDAURUS & MYCENAE

Highlights

• Short stop at the Corinth Canal
• Guided tour in Mycenae – Lion’s Gate – Visit the tomb of Agamemnon
• A short stop in Nafplia the first capital of modern Greece
• Entrance to Epidaurus and visit the ancient theatre

Description

Depart for the Corinth Canal where we make a short stop. Continue our way  to Mycenae and visit the archaeological site, home to the kingdom of mythical Agamemnon. Visit the Palace, the Lionesses Gate and the tomb of Agamemnon.

After proceed through Argos to the beautiful Nafplion the first capital of modern Greece with its Venetian fortress of Palamidi and the fortified islet of Boutrzi (short stop).

Drive to Epidaurus and visit the ancient theatre. The UNESCO’S world heritage listed monument is reputed to be the birthplace of Apollo’s son Asklepios, the healer and was the most celebrated healing center of the classical world. Epidaurus is probably most famous for its theatre, one of the best preserved classical Greek buildings and still used today due to its amazing acoustics.