3 Day Tour To Epidaurus, Mycenae, Nauplio, Olympia and Delphi Archaeological Sites

Visit Epidaurus, Mycenae, Nauplion, Olympia, and Delphi

This 3-Days, 2-Nights Tour will take you to the most important UNESCO-Listed Classical historical places in Greece, including Epidaurus, Mycenae, Nauplion, Ancient Olympia, and Delphi.

Explore the atmospheric hilltop ruins of Mycenae Archaeological Site with its world-famous Lion’s Gate, Tomb of King Agamemnon, and the remains of the Ancient Palace. The breathtaking Epidaurus Ancient Theater, built in the 4th century BC and renowned for its exceptional acoustics, as well as the nearby Sanctuary of Asclepius, the mythological birthplace of the Greek God of Healing.

Stroll through the charming streets of Nauplion, its Old Town, and the Fortress. Visit Ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, and discover Delphi, once considered the “center of the world” in ancient Greece. At Delphi Archaeological Site, you can admire the Temple of Apollo, where the famous ancient maxims ‘Know Thyself’ and ‘Nothing in Excess’ were inscribed.

*Please note that the visits to archaeological sites may be affected by Greek National Days (Easter or Bank Holiday).

What to Expect – Itinerary:

Day 1: Athens – Corinth Canal – Epidaurus – Nauplion City – Mycenae – Olympia

Depart from Athens and travel along the coastal road to the Corinth Canal, where we make a short stop.

Continue with the breathtaking Epidaurus Ancient Theater, built in the 4th century BC, admired for its remarkable acoustics, and visit the Sanctuary of Asclepius, the legendary birthplace of the god of healing.
We then proceed to Nauplion for a short photo stop before continuing to the Mycenae Archaeological Site. Explore the ancient site with its world-famous Lion’s Gate, the remains of the Ancient Palace, and the Tomb of Agamemnon.
After the visit, depart for Olympia through the Central Peloponnese, passing through the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis.

Dinner and overnight stay in Olympia, the cradle of the Olympic Games.

Day 2: Ancient Olympia – Rion – Antirion – Nafpaktos – Itea – Delphi

In the morning, after breakfast at the hotel, we visit the Ancient Olympia Archaeological Site, including the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus and the Ancient Stadium. The tour then continues with a visit to the Archaeological Museum of Olympia.
From there, travel through the plains of Eliad (Elis) and Achaia (Achaea) before crossing the Corinthian Gulf via the impressive
Rion-Antirion Bridge.
Pass by the picturesque towns of Nafpaktos, also known as Lepanto, and Itea, before arriving in Delphi.

Dinner and overnight stay in Delphi.

Day 3: Delphi – Arachova – Athens

Start the day with breakfast at the hotel before heading to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Delphi Archaeological Site and the Delphi Archaeological Museum.

Known in antiquity as the “Navel of the Earth,” Delphi was one of the most important religious centers of the ancient Greek world. See the Omphalos, symbolizing the center of the ancient world, and visit the Temple of Apollo, where the priestess Pythia delivered the famous prophecies of the Oracle.
After the guided visits, there is free time to enjoy Delphi at your own pace, take photographs, or simply admire the surrounding landscape.
The return route takes us through Arachova Village, well known for its colorful rugs and carpets, followed by Levadia and Thebes.

We reach Athens in the early evening, marking the end of the 3-Day Classical Tour through Mycenae, Nauplion, Epidaurus, Olympia, and Delphi.