Ancient Corinth was a city-state (polis) on the Isthmus of Corinth, the narrow stretch of land that joins the Peloponnese to the mainland of Greece, roughly halfway between Athens and Sparta, was one of the largest and most important cities of Greece. For Christians, Ancient Corinth is well known from the two letters of Saint Paul in the New Testament.
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Ancient Corinth, Greece Monterrasol private car tours to
Ancient Corinth, Greece Monterrasol private car tours to
Ancient Corinth, Greece Monterrasol private car tours to
Ancient Corinth, Greece Monterrasol private car tours to
Ancient Corinth, Greece Monterrasol private car tours to
Ancient Corinth, Greece Monterrasol private car tours to
Ancient Corinth, Greece Monterrasol private car tours to
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Last reviewed: 6 July 2025
Ancient Corinth description
Ancient Corinth sits on the northern edge of the Peloponnese, connecting the Greek mainland with the peninsula. Its strategic location made it one of the most powerful and influential cities in antiquity.
The city flourished thanks to its fertile land and proximity to both the Saronic and Corinthian gulfs. These advantages made Corinth a bustling trade and commercial center, especially during Classical times.
Corinth's wealth came from agriculture, pottery, and maritime commerce. By the 7th and 6th centuries BC, it was regarded as one of the richest ancient Greek cities, only later rivaled by Athens.
Today, visitors can explore an expansive archaeological site that reveals layers of history spanning from the Neolithic era to Roman times. Walking among the ruins, tourists encounter impressive temples, marketplaces, and theaters.
One of the main highlights is the Temple of Apollo. Built in the 6th century BC, it stands out for its sturdy Doric columns, seven of which still tower over the landscape. The temple's commanding presence makes it an iconic symbol of the site.
Nearby, the ancient Agora served as Corinth's bustling commercial and public center. Visitors can imagine merchants trading goods and citizens gathering here for important meetings.
The Peirene Fountain is another must-see. It is a beautiful ancient spring wrapped in myth, believed to have been created by Pegasus or transformed from the nymph Peirene's endless tears. The fountain was a vital water source for the city.
Corinth's enormous theater could hold up to 18,000 people. It is a testament to the city's love of dramatic performances and public gatherings, and its ruins still convey the grandeur of ancient entertainment.
The Archaeological Museum of Ancient Corinth is located on-site and displays precious artifacts. Exhibits include pottery, mosaics, statues, and everyday objects. The museum helps paint a full picture of life in ancient Corinth.
Many statues in the museum are headless; in ancient times, heads would be removed from statues of leaders and replaced with likenesses of new rulers. This offers a fascinating glimpse into the politics and art of the era.
The Corinth's history includes the period when St. Paul preached to the Corinthians during the early Roman Empire. His letters to Corinth are among the most important texts of the New Testament, connecting modern visitors with ancient faith and philosophy.
It seems likely that Ancient Corinth was also the site of a Bronze Age Mycenaean palace-city, like Mycenae, Tiryns, or Pylos. According to myth, Sisyphus was the founder of a race of ancient kings at Corinth. It was also in Ancient Corinth that Jason, the leader of the Argonauts, abandoned Medea. During the Trojan War, as portrayed in the Iliad, the Corinthians participated under the leadership of Agamemnon.
Corinth is also known for its unique pottery styles, whose distinctive patterns and craftsmanship were exported all over the Mediterranean. Some of the finest examples are displayed in the museum.
Walking through the site, visitors can find remnants of Roman baths, basilicas, gymnasiums, and the Propylaia, the ancient gateway. Each structure reveals another chapter in Corinth's long and storied history.
The site's scenic surroundings, overlooked by looming mountains and with the sea close by, add to its allure. The combination of ancient remnants with natural beauty makes Corinth unforgettable.
Nearby, standing above all, is the mighty Acrocorinth fortress. Perched atop a steep hill, this vast stronghold was continuously used and fortified by Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Franks, Venetians, and Ottomans. Its scale and panoramic views impress every visitor.
Exploring Acrocorinth, tourists walk through ancient gates, climb winding paths, and take in breathtaking scenery over the plains, sea, and distant mountains. The fortress is a highlight for anyone interested in defensive architecture.
After touring the ruins, travelers often visit lively local villages, enjoy regional cuisine, or take in views from rooftop cafes overlooking the archaeological zone.
Ancient Corinth's rich history, monumental ruins, and mythological associations make it a compelling destination for both history enthusiasts and casual travelers alike. Every visitor leaves with a deeper understanding of Greece's legendary past.
Ancient Corinth related tours
We at Monterrasol Travel welcome you to see Ancient Corinth during multi-day private car tour. Contact us if you would like to customize your tour to Ancient Corinth.
We have developed several private tours that visiting beautiful Ancient Corinth. But, if you have a special conditions or any from these tours fit you, please do not hesitate to contact us, we can organize a tour exactly as you would like. We charge nothing for develop a custom itinerary. And remember, we have no problems to take you from almost any place where you stay, hotel or private accommodation.
tour destinations: Acrocorinth, Ancient Corinth, Argos, Corinth canal, Delphi, Epidaurus, Galaxidi, Hosios Loukas, Livadeia, Loutraki, Mycenae, Nafpaktos, Nafplio, Patras, Tiryns
We welcome you to come with us on a 9-day circle tour from Athens to discover Central Greece. We will see the most important must-see attractions of Central Greece. We aimed this tour to first-time visitors of Greece interested in the classic attractions of Greece, Greek culture and cuisine.
After our car will pick you up in Athens, the very first attraction we will visit is the town of Livadeia, its old medieval part, where we will learn the history of the local Oracle. The next attraction to see is a historic walled monastery Hosios Loukas (UNESCO World Heritage site), founded in the mid-10th century, one of the most important monuments of Middle Byzantine architecture and art.
In Delphi (UNESCO World Heritage site), famous for its Oracle, we will explore its archaeological site and museum. After the second night in Delphi, we will take a coastal road toward the beautiful town of Nafpaktos, and on the way, will visit the small picturesque coastal town of Galaxidi. In Nafpaktos, we will need to see its fortress overlooking the whole bay, and learn why this town was always so important. In the old part of Nafpaktos, we will see its small port and say hello to the famous Miguel de Cervantes.
On the way to Patras, we will admire the beautiful 2880 meters long Rio–Antirrio Bridge, one of the world's longest multi-span cable-stayed bridges and the longest of the fully suspended type. In Patras, we visit the archaeological museum, the fortress, and the cathedral of Saint Andrew, dedicated to the Apostle, the second-largest in the Balkans and a place of pilgrimage for Christians from all over the world.
From Patras, we will take a road to the beautiful coastal town of Nafplio (UNESCO Tentative List site), and on the way will visit the important archaeological site of Mycenae (UNESCO World Heritage site) and its museum. Mycenae, the heart of Mycenaean civilization, is mostly known as the last phase of the Bronze Age in ancient Greece in the period approximately 1750 to 1050 BC. In Mycenae, we will see an archaeological site and an archaeological museum.
In Nafplio, we will come to its hilly Palamidi fortress, see its chambers and wall, and admire the gorgeous view of the sea. We will also see another part of Nafplio, Acronauplia, an older fortress built between Roman & Venetian eras. In the evening, we will come for a walk along the fortress rock on the promenade, to enjoy panoramas of sea and sky during a beautiful sunset.
On the next day we will come to see the Mycenaean Acropolis of Tiryns (UNESCO World Heritage site), a Mycenaean site with 8m thick walls, said to be built by Cyclops. This is the location from which the mythical hero Heracles was said to have performed his Twelve Labors. We will continue this day with exploring the Argos archaeological site, where we can see the large theater, the Odeon, Roman baths, and other ruins.
After the third night in Nafplio, we will come to explore famous Epidaurus (UNESCO World Heritage site), where we will see its grandiose ancient theater still involving in performances, its archaeological site, and its museum. Before arrive to Loutraki, we will admire the view of the Corinth canal.
On the next day, after stay one night in the coastal town of Loutraki, we will climb the steps and pathes of Acrocorinth, the acropolis of ancient Corinth, a monolithic rock overlooking the ancient city of Corinth. After Acrocorinth, we will come to explore Ancient Corinth and see its museum. Ancient Corinth was a powerful and prosperous city-state in ancient Greece, renowned for its strategic location on the Isthmus of Corinth. After that we will take a road back to Athens.
tour destinations: Ancient Corinth, Argos, Corinth canal, Loutraki, Messene, Mycenae, Mystras, Nafplio, Olympia, Patras, Rio, Sparta, Tiryns
We welcome you to our classic Greece 9-day tour from Athens. This off-season circle tour belongs to our category of Classic Greece tours focusing on must-see Greece Peloponnese locations, mostly UNESCO sites and well-known historical places. We suggest this tour if you have limited time in Greece and would like to know some of the must-see mainland Greece attractions.
The tour will start with visiting Mycenae (UNESCO World Heritage site), the heart of Mycenaean civilization, mostly known as the last phase of the Bronze Age in ancient Greece, spanning the period from approximately 1750 to 1050 BC. In Mycenae, we will see an archaeological site and an archaeological museum. We will come to stay in the coastal town of Nafplio (UNESCO Tentative List site) for two nights.
In Nafplio, which once served as a capital of Greece, we will see its impressive hilly fortress Palamidi (UNESCO Tentative List site) and the town's fortified part, Akronafplia. Later, we will come to the town of Argos to see its archaeological site (UNESCO Tentative List site).
On the way from Nafplio to Sparta, we will visit the archaeological site of Tiryns (UNESCO World Heritage site), a hill fort known from before the beginning of the Bronze Age. It reached its height of importance between 1400 and 1200 BC, when it became one of the most important centers of the Mycenaean world. Tiryns is associated with the myths surrounding Heracles, as his residence during his labors, and some sources cite it as his birthplace.
In Sparta, we will say hello to King Leonidas, king of the Ancient Greek city-state of Sparta, from approximately 530-480 BCE. He died during the Battle of Thermopylae. We will also walk the archaeological site of Sparta.
The next day, we will come to see Mystras (UNESCO World Heritage site), known in the Chronicle of the Morea as Myzethras or Myzithras, a fortified town near Sparta. We will explore the large collection of historic buildings and see the beautiful artworks that have survived inside the churches and other monuments. After returning back to Sparta, we will visit the well-known Olive Oil Museum.
Our next destination is the important site of Messene (UNESCO Tentative List site), the ruins of the large classical city-state of Ancient Messene. The site was founded in the Bronze Age as Ithome, and Ancient Messene was larger than Athens at the time; it had formidable fortification walls that were 9.5 kilometers in length and imposing public buildings and temples. The part of the Walls of Ancient Messene we will see after the archaeological site.
During the next day, we will explore Ancient Olympia (UNESCO World Heritage site), the ruined ancient sanctuary, home of the ancient Olympic Games, and former site of the massive Statue of Zeus, which had been ranked as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Here we will walk its large archaeological site and visit the archaeological museum of Olympia (one of the most important museums in Greece) that houses finds from the archaeological site, including a Praxiteles sculpture.
From Olympia, we will come to the important coastal town of Patras, to see its impressive hilly castle, several sites from Roman times, and the Patras Orthodox Cathedral of Saint Andrew, a grand cathedral dedicated to the First-Called Apostle of Christ, Saint Andrew. This impressive cathedral is considered the largest Orthodox church in Greece and the third-largest Byzantine-style church in the Balkans.
After an overnight in Patras, we will come to see the Patras Archaeological Museum, the second most important after the Acropolis Museum in Athens. After the museum, we will see one of two fortresses intended to protect the entrance of the Corinthian Gulf. The Rio fortress, historically known as the Castle of the Morea, in opposition to its counterpart, the Castle of Rumelia at Antirrio, was built by the Ottoman Sultan Bayezid II in 1499 above the ruins of an ancient temple of Poseidon. Along with its twin, the Antirrio Castle, the fortresses were nicknamed the Little Dardanelles.
Before returning back to Athens, we will explore another important and well-known place, Ancient Corinth. Here we will see an archaeological site and museum. We also will see the impressive Corinth Canal that connects the Gulf of Corinth in the Ionian Sea with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. Completed in 1893, it cuts through the narrow Isthmus of Corinth and separates the Peloponnese peninsula from the Greek mainland.
tour destinations: Ancient Corinth, Corinth canal, Delphi, Dimini, Hosios Loukas, Kalampaka, Larissa, Livadeia, Meteora, Nafpaktos, Patras, Sesklo, Thermopylae, Volos
Come with us to explore Central Greece with our 9-day circle tour from Athens. We will come to visit the main and must-see attractions of Central Greece. We aimed this tour to first-time visitors of Greece interested in the classic attractions of Greece, Greek culture and cuisine.
After we pick you up in Athens, the very first attraction we will visit is the town of Livadeia, its old medieval part, where we will learn the history of the local Oracle. The next attraction to see is a historic walled monastery Hosios Loukas (UNESCO World Heritage site), founded in the mid-10th century, one of the most important monuments of Middle Byzantine architecture and art.
In Delphi (UNESCO World Heritage site), famous for its Oracle, we will explore its archaeological site and museum. We will stay two nights in the coastal town of Volos, where we will explore the archaeological sites of Sesklo and Dimini, related to the Greek Neolithic Period (ca. 6000-3000 BCE). In Volos, we will visit its archaeological museum to see artifacts from Sesklo and Dimini.
On the way to Kalampaka, the town from where we will come to see the cliff monasteries of Meteora (UNESCO World Heritage site), we will visit Larissa, a town with an ancient theater and a beautiful archaeological museum. In Kalampaka we will spend two nights, and will visit all monasteries that are open during these two days.
From Kalampaka, we will take a quite long road to the beautiful coastal town of Nafpaktos, and on the way, we will visit Thermopylae, the famous place where Leonidas, the great King of Sparta, together with his 300 warriors, stopped the Persian army of King Xerxes.
In Nafpaktos, we will need to see its fortress, overlooking the whole bay, and learn why this town was always so important. We will also come to see the nearby monastery, and will explore the old port of Nafpaktos, learn its history, and see why the statue of the famous Miguel de Cervantes stays here.
On the way to Patras, we will admire the beautiful 2880 meters long Rio–Antirrio Bridge, one of the world's longest multi-span cable-stayed bridges and the longest of the fully suspended type.
In Patras, we must see its hilly fortress, explore several attractions from the Roman period, and come to see the cathedral of Saint Andrew, dedicated to the Apostle, the second-largest in the Balkans and a place of pilgrimage for Christians from all over the world. By your choice, the scheduled visit to the Patras fortress can be replaced by a visit to the Patras archaeological museum.
On the way back to Athens, we will come to see the archaeological site and museum in Ancient Corinth and admire the view of the Corinth canal. Ancient Corinth was a powerful and prosperous city-state in ancient Greece, renowned for its strategic location on the Isthmus of Corinth.
Day 1. Our tour begins with a trip to the Corinth canal for a stop at its impressive viewpoint. We then continue to Epidaurus to see the Epidaurus archaeological site (UNESCO World Heritage Site), exploring its renowned ancient theater and informative museum. After that, we will come to Nafplio for accommodation.
Day 2. After an overnight in Nafplio, we explore the imposing Nafplio castle (UNESCO Tentative List Site). We then visit the Acronauplia fortress, see the Asini archaeological site, and enjoy the seaside charm of Tolo coastal town. We return to Nafplio for our overnight stay.
Day 3. After a second night in Nafplio, we travel to Mycenae to explore the grand Mycenae archaeological site (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the legendary kingdom of Agamemnon, and its accompanying museum. We will be accommodated again in Nafplio.
Day 4. After staying in Nafplio, we travel to see the massive cyclopean walls of the Tiryns archaeological site (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Our journey continues to Argos to see its significant archaeological site (UNESCO Tentative List Site). After that, we will come to Sparta for accommodation.
Day 5. After an overnight in Sparta, we dedicate the day to this famous city, exploring its archaeological site, notable historical landmarks, and commemorative monuments. Accommodation will be again in Sparta.
Day 6. After a second night in Sparta, we travel to the breathtaking Byzantine city of Mystras to explore its magnificent archaeological site (UNESCO World Heritage Site). We return to Sparta to visit its insightful Olive Oil museum. We will be accommodated again in Sparta.
Day 7. After staying in Sparta, we travel to the port town of Gytheio for exploration. We then continue to Areopoli to see this characteristic fortified town and explore its historic fortress. Accommodation will be in Areopoli.
Day 8. After an overnight in Areopoli, we explore the charm of coastal towns Neo Itilo and Stoupa. Our journey continues to Kardamyli to see an ancient settlement with links to Homer, featuring well-preserved stone mansions, Byzantine chapels, and the historic tower. After that, we will come to Kalamata for accommodation.
Day 9. After staying in Kalamata, we travel to the exceptionally preserved city of Messene to explore its vast archaeological site (UNESCO Tentative List Site) and museum. After that, we will come to Olympia for accommodation.
Day 10. After an overnight in Olympia, we spend the day at the sacred birthplace of the Olympic Games. We will explore the inspiring Olympia archaeological site (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and its world-class museums. We will be accommodated again in Olympia.
Day 11. After staying in Olympia, we travel to the vibrant city of Patras. Our exploration includes the robust Patras fortress, a notable historical landmark from Roman ages, and the grand Patras cathedral. Accommodation will be in Patras.
Day 12. After an overnight in Patras, we visit the Rio fortress before traveling to Ancient Corinth. Here, we will see the extensive Ancient Corinth archaeological site and its museum, conluding our historical exploration before the return journey to Athens.
Day 1. Our tour begins with travel to the Corinth canal for a stop at its impressive viewpoint. We then continue to Epidaurus to see the Epidaurus archaeological site (UNESCO World Heritage Site), exploring its renowned ancient theatre and informative museum. After that, we will come to Nafplio for accommodation.
Day 2. After an overnight in Nafplio, we explore the imposing Nafplio castle (UNESCO Tentative List Site). We then visit the Acronauplia fortress, see the Asini archaeological site, and enjoy the seaside charm of Tolo coastal town. We return to Nafplio for our overnight stay.
Day 3. After a second night in Nafplio, we travel to Mycenae to explore the grand Mycenae archaeological site (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the legendary kingdom of Agamemnon, and its accompanying museum. We will be accommodated again in Nafplio.
Day 4. After staying in Nafplio, we travel to the massive cyclopean walls of the Tiryns archaeological site (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Our journey continues to Argos to see its significant archaeological site (UNESCO Tentative List Site). After that, we will come to Sparta for accommodation.
Day 5. After an overnight in Sparta, we dedicate the day to this famous city, exploring its archaeological site, notable historical landmarks, and commemorative monuments. Accommodation will be again in Sparta.
Day 6. After a second night in Sparta, we travel to the breathtaking Byzantine city of Mystras to explore its magnificent archaeological site (UNESCO World Heritage Site). We return to Sparta to visit its insightful museum. We will be accommodated again in Sparta.
Day 7. After staying in Sparta, we travel to the remarkable rock-island of Monemvasia to explore its entire fortified town, historical center, and iconic lighthouse. Accommodation will be in Monemvasia.
Day 8. After an overnight in Monemvasia, we further explore this Byzantine gem, visiting its hilltop town, a historic church, and a spectacular viewpoint overlooking the Myrtoan Sea. We will be accommodated again in Monemvasia.
Day 9. After two nights in Monemvasia, we travel to the port town of Gytheio for exploration. We then continue to Areopoli to see this characteristic fortified town and explore its historic fortress. Accommodation will be in Areopoli.
Day 10. After staying in Areopoli, we explore the coastal charm of Neo Itilo and Stoupa. Our journey continues to Kardamyli to see its seaside fortress. After that, we will come to Kalamata for accommodation.
Day 11. After an overnight in Kalamata, we travel to the exceptionally preserved city of Messene to explore its vast archaeological site (UNESCO Tentative List Site) and museum. After that, we will come to Olympia for accommodation.
Day 12. After an overnight in Olympia, we spend the day at the sacred birthplace of the Olympic Games. We will explore the inspiring Olympia archaeological site (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and its world-class museum. We will be accommodated again in Olympia.
Day 13. After staying in Olympia, we travel to the vibrant city of Patras. Our exploration includes the robust Patras fortress, a notable historical landmark, and the grand Patras cathedral. Accommodation will be in Patras.
Day 14. After an overnight in Patras, we visit the Rio fortress before traveling to Ancient Corinth. Here, we will see the extensive Ancient Corinth archaeological site and its museum, concluding our historical exploration before the return journey to Athens.
Day 1. We depart Athens and travel to the impressive Corinth Canal, a 19th-century engineering marvel. We then explore Ancient Corinth, a major classical city-state famed for its 6th-century BC Temple of Apollo and its rich museum. Our journey continues to Nemea, an important archaeological site known for its stadium and Temple of Zeus from the 4th century BC. After that, we will come to the beautiful seaside town of Nafplio (UNESCO Tentative List site) for accommodation.
Day 2. After staying in Nafplio, we travel to the legendary Bronze Age citadel of Mycenae (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a major center of Greek civilization from 1600–1100 BC, famous for the Lion Gate and royal tombs, explored alongside its museum. We return to Nafplio for accommodation.
Day 3. After an overnight in Nafplio, we explore the charming Venetian-influenced fortified town of Nafplio (UNESCO Tentative List Site), including the imposing Palamidi Fortress (UNESCO Tentative List Site) built in the early 18th century. We then visit the ancient city of Argos (UNESCO Tentative List Site), one of Greece's oldest continuously inhabited places. We return to Nafplio for accommodation.
Day 4. After 3 nights in Nafplio, we visit the massive Bronze Age citadel of Tiryns (UNESCO World Heritage Site), famed for its cyclopean walls. We then travel to Sparta, where we will see the modern monument to King Leonidas, explore the archaeological site with remnants of the Sanctuary of Artemis Orthia, and visit other historical landmarks. Our accommodation for the night is in Sparta.
Day 5. After staying in Sparta, we explore the magnificent Byzantine city of Mystras (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a 14th-century administrative capital. We visit one of its historic Eastern Orthodox monasteries, like the Pantanassa, and return to Sparta to see the educational Olive Oil Museum. We stay another night in Sparta.
Day 6. After 2 nights in Sparta, we travel to the spectacular ancient city of Messene (UNESCO Tentative List Site), founded in 369 BC with exceptionally preserved fortifications, an agora, and a stadium, explored alongside its museum. We also see its famous ancient defensive walls. Afterwards, we will come to Olympia for accommodation.
Day 7. After staying in Olympia, we explore the revered Sanctuary of Olympia (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the original site of the Olympic Games from 776 BC, including the stadium and Temple of Zeus. We also visit its world-class museum housing masterpieces like the Hermes of Praxiteles. We stay another night in Olympia.
Day 8. After 2 nights in Olympia, we travel to Patras. We explore the city's Byzantine-era castle, Roman sites including a well-preserved odeon, and the grand modern Cathedral of Saint Andrew, a major Greek Orthodox pilgrimage site. After that, we will come to Nafpaktos for accommodation.
Day 9. After an overnight in Nafpaktos, we travel to Messolonghi to experience its unique lagoon ecosystem. We then visit the ancient city of Oeniadae (UNESCO Tentative List Site) with its well-preserved 4th-century BC theatre. We return to explore the scenic historical center of Nafpaktos. We stay another night in Nafpaktos.
Day 10. After 2 nights in Nafpaktos, we explore its impressive Venetian castle and the historic Eastern Orthodox monastery of Adelfotis Metamorfoseos Sotiros. We then travel to the charming coastal town of Galaxidi. Afterwards, we will come to Delphi for accommodation.
Day 11. After staying in Delphi, we explore the magnificent Sanctuary of Apollo at Delphi (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the most important oracle of the ancient world from the 8th century BC, and its exceptional museum housing the Charioteer. We stay another night in Delphi.
Day 12. After 2 nights in Delphi, we travel to the monastery of Hosios Loukas (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a masterpiece of Middle Byzantine architecture and art from the 10th century, dedicated to the Eastern Orthodox hermit Saint Luke. We then visit Livadeia's picturesque medieval old town. Afterwards, we will come to Chalkida for accommodation.
Day 13. After an overnight in Chalkida, we travel to Eretria (UNESCO Tentative List site), an important ancient city-state. We explore its archaeological site with a well-preserved 4th-century BC theatre, house mosaics, and its informative museum. We return to Chalkida for accommodation.
Day 14. After 2 nights in Chalkida, we explore the city's medieval castle and the famous Euripus Strait bridge, known for its unique tidal currents. We then travel to Marathon to visit its museum dedicated to the famous 490 BC battle. Finally, we return to Athens.
tour destinations: Alistrati, Amphipolis, Ancient Corinth, Athens, Chalkida, Drama, Kavala, Litochoro, Palaios Panteleimonas, Philippi, Serres, Thessaloniki, Veria, Volos
Day 1. We begin our tour in Thessaloniki and travel to Serres. We will explore the historic St. John the Forerunner monastery and visit the Serres Natural History Museum. Our accommodation for the night is in Serres.
Day 2. After staying in Serres, we delve deeper into the city's heritage by visiting the Sts. Theodores church and the historic Acropolis landmark. We also see the St. Nicholas of the Acropolis church and the insightful Serres Ecclesiastical Museum. We stay another night in Serres.
Day 3. After 2 nights in Serres, we travel to Domiros to visit the Agia Paraskevi monastery. We then proceed to Alistrati to explore its famous limestone cave network and see the Agia Kiriaki monastery. After that, we will come to Drama for accommodation.
Day 4. After staying in Drama, we travel to Proti to visit the Ascension of the Lord monastery. Our journey continues to the historic and revered Virgin Mary Eikosiphoinissa monastery, a major Eastern Orthodox monastic center. Afterwards, we will come to the coastal city of Kavala for accommodation.
Day 5. After an overnight in Kavala, we explore this picturesque coastal town, including its impressive Byzantine-Ottoman fortress, the historic house of Mehmet Ali Pasha, and a prominent Dormition of the Virgin church. We stay another night in Kavala.
Day 6. After 2 nights in Kavala, we take a short trip to the ancient city of Philippi (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a key site where the Apostle Paul founded the first Christian church in Europe. We explore its extensive archaeological site, ancient theatre, and excellent museum. We return to Kavala for accommodation.
Day 7. After staying in Kavala, we travel to Amphipolis to explore its significant archaeological park and museum. We also visit the famous Lion of Amphipolis, a 4th-century BC tomb monument. After that, we will come to Thessaloniki for accommodation.
Day 8. After an overnight in Thessaloniki, we visit the city's excellent Byzantine Museum, dedicated to the art of the Eastern Roman Empire. We also visit the 14th-century Vlatadon Monastery, a historic Eastern Orthodox site. We stay another night in Thessaloniki.
Day 9. After 2 nights in Thessaloniki, we travel to Veria (Beroea), a city praised in the Acts of the Apostles. We visit its Byzantine Museum and the historic Podium, a landmark associated with Paul the Apostle's preaching. Afterwards, we will come to Litochoro for accommodation.
Day 10. After staying in Litochoro, we explore the foothills of Mount Olympus. We visit the Olympus National Park information center and travel to the scenic Zilnia viewpoint for magnificent panoramas. We return to Litochoro for accommodation.
Day 11. After an overnight in Litochoro, we travel to the charming traditional mountain town of Palaios Panteleimonas. After exploring its stone streets, we continue our journey south to Volos for accommodation.
Day 12. After staying in Volos, we visit the beautiful 'balcony of Mount Pelion', the mountain town of Makrinitsa, famous for its architecture and views. Afterwards, we will come to Chalkida for accommodation.
Day 13. After an overnight in Chalkida, we visit the city's Archaeological Museum. We then continue our journey to the capital. After that, we will come to Athens for accommodation.
Day 14. After staying in Athens, we explore two profoundly significant historical sites: the Areopagus (Mars Hill), where the Apostle Paul delivered his famous sermon to the Athenians, and the Ancient Agora, the civic heart of classical Athens. We stay another night in Athens.
Day 15. After an overnight in Athens, we travel to Ancient Corinth, another major center of Paul's missionary work. We explore its extensive archaeological site, including the 6th-century BC Temple of Apollo. We also visit the Ancient Port of Cenchreae, mentioned in the New Testament. Finally, we return to Athens, where our memorable journey concludes.
Day 1. We depart Athens and travel to the impressive Corinth Canal, a 19th-century engineering marvel. We then visit the Sanctuary of Asklepios at Epidaurus (UNESCO World Heritage Site), renowned for its 4th-century BC theatre with perfect acoustics and its archaeological museum. After that, we will come to the beautiful seaside town of Nafplio for accommodation.
Day 2. After staying in Nafplio, we explore the towering Palamidi Castle (UNESCO Tentative List Site), an 18th-century Venetian fortress. We see the ancient Acronauplia fortress, visit the Bronze Age Asini archaeological site, and enjoy the coastal charm of Tolo before returning to Nafplio for accommodation.
Day 3. After an overnight in Nafplio, we travel to the legendary city of Mycenae (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a major center of Greek civilization from 1600–1100 BC, famous for the Lion Gate and royal tombs, explored alongside its museum. We return to Nafplio for accommodation.
Day 4. After 3 nights in Nafplio, we visit the massive Bronze Age citadel of Tiryns (UNESCO World Heritage Site), famed for its cyclopean walls. We then proceed to the ancient city of Argos (UNESCO Tentative List Site), one of Greece's oldest continuously inhabited places. Afterwards, we will come to Sparta for accommodation.
Day 5. After staying in Sparta, we explore the magnificent Byzantine city of Mystras (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a 14th-century administrative capital featuring palaces and churches. We visit one of its historic Eastern Orthodox monasteries, like the Pantanassa, still inhabited by nuns. We return to Sparta for accommodation.
Day 6. After an overnight in Sparta, we dedicate the day to the famed city-state, exploring its archaeological site with remnants of the Sanctuary of Artemis Orthia, key historical landmarks, the modern statue of King Leonidas, and the insightful archaeological museum. We stay another night in Sparta.
Day 7. After 3 nights in Sparta, we travel to the iconic 'Gibraltar of Greece', the rock of Monemvasia. We explore its fortified medieval town and historical center, a labyrinth of cobbled streets, and its picturesque lighthouse. Our accommodation for the night is in Monemvasia.
Day 8. After staying in Monemvasia, we further explore this Byzantine hilltop area, visiting one of its many historic churches, like the 12th-century Agia Sofia, and taking in stunning viewpoints from the upper town. We stay another night in Monemvasia.
Day 9. After 2 nights in Monemvasia, we travel to the port town of Gytheio. We then continue to Areopoli, a traditional Maniot town famed for its 18th-century stone tower houses and fortified architecture, and explore its old fortress. We will stay in Areopoli.
Day 10. After staying in Areopoli, we enjoy the coastal scenery at Neo Itilo and Stoupa before visiting Kardamyli to see its Venetian-era fortress. Afterwards, we will come to Kalamata, famous for its olives, for accommodation.
Day 11. After an overnight in Kalamata, we travel to the spectacular ancient city of Messene (UNESCO Tentative List Site), founded in 369 BC with exceptionally preserved fortifications, an agora, and a theatre, along with its museum. We then continue to Methoni for accommodation.
Day 12. After staying in Methoni, we explore its imposing Venetian Castle (UNESCO Tentative List Site), a key stronghold from the 13th century. We travel to nearby Pylos to see its Ottoman-era Neokastro fortress and its historical museum. After that, we will come to Olympia for accommodation.
Day 13. After an overnight in Olympia, we explore the revered Sanctuary of Olympia (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the original site of the Olympic Games from 776 BC, including the stadium and Temple of Zeus. We also visit its world-class museum housing the Hermes of Praxiteles. We stay another night in Olympia.
Day 14. After 2 nights in Olympia, we travel to Patras. We explore the city's Byzantine-era fortress overlooking the Gulf, other historical landmarks, and the grand modern Cathedral of Saint Andrew, a major Greek Orthodox pilgrimage site. Our accommodation is in Patras.
Day 15. After staying in Patras, we see the well-preserved Rio Castle, a late 15th-century Ottoman fortress. We then visit Ancient Corinth, a major classical city-state famed for its Temple of Apollo (6th century BC) and its rich archaeological museum, before returning to Athens.
This off-season 18 days tour is good for people who would like to touch the history of Greece through visit UNESCO Word Heritage sites, UNESCO tentative list sites, and some of Greece non-touristy places all around of Central Greece.
With this tour you will walk ancient historical places where are roots of the culture of our civilization. You will visit old fortresses, ancient theaters, sites of few Greece oracles, and of course famous Greece archaeological museums in differ areas.
Greece is so rich with history that visit all UNESCO sites in one tour will take very long time. Because of that we, Monterrasol Travel, created this tour to be able to visit the most important Central Greece UNESCO sites in one tour.
This off-season 19 days tour will allow you to visit not only some of Greece's eighteen UNESCO World Heritage sites but also some of the country's fourteen sites in the UNESCO tentative list, together with other top destinations across this beautiful Mediterranean land. Come and visit this stunning country in the off-peak months! You will quickly understand why Greece is much more than just a perfect summer destination. Greece is a truly year-round destination!
It boasts plenty of things to do: from fascinating museums to imposing archaeological sites, and from mouthwatering gastronomy to perfect- picture villages and towns. Greece is the ideal destination if you enjoy nature and dramatic landscapes, regardless the time of the year you plan to visit it.
We welcome you to all-seasons 3 weeks tour across Greece mainland. With this tour you going to see main attractions of Peloponnese and Central Greece. The tour will bring to to famous UNESCO places, fascinating museums and imposing archaeological sites, picturesque panoramas of see and mountains, dramatic landscapes and scenic routes.
We going to visit well known from the history of civilization towns, coastal and mountain villages, enjoy famous Greek cuisine in local tavernas, climb ancient steps of fortified towns and monasteries, walk the walls of medieval fortresses and castles. Greece is the ideal destination if you enjoy history and nature regardless the time of the year you plan to visit it.
This 23 days tour is part 1 of extended touring across Greece mainland, focused on famous Peloponnese peninsula. The tour is intended for people who would like get to know deeply the history and current style of life in Greece. Do you want to walk ancient historical places where are roots of culture of our civilization? Do you want to feel the touch of Greece? Would you like to feel Greek atmosphere in towns and villages, castles and fortresses, museums and tavernas?
The main idea of this tour is visiting together with famous UNESCO attractions also off the beaten patch places of Greece, some of them are hard to reach, some of them are remote, and some are cannot be visited with large bus at all.
This tour can be extended for few days to spend a few days in Athens, to visit Athens attractions and get to know this famous city and places around. Ask us for that!
We welcome you to explore non-touristic sites of Greece with our extended off-season discovery 26-day circle tour from Igoumenitsa. We will explore several famous mainland regions of Greece: Central Greece, Peloponnese, Epirus, and even Zagori, recently nominated as UNESCO World Heritage site for cultural landscape.
Few of visited sites are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites, and few are UNESCO Tentative List sites. We will visit castles and fortresses, coastal and mountain towns, ancient monasteries and cathedrals, archaeological sites and ancient bridges, off the beaten track attractions and beautiful taverns.
We will start the tour with visiting town Parga famous fort castle and beaches. Next attraction where we will walk is ancient city Nicopolis (UNESCO Tentative List site), and come to explore and sleep in coastal town Preveza. Through the only under sea tunnel in Greece we will come to coastal town Nafpaktos, and on the way will visit archaeological site Oeniadae (UNESCO Tentative List site) with shipyard and small ancient theater.
In Nafpaktos we need to see a fortress; in historical center we need to say Hello to Miguel de Cervantes which statue is located in old port. Next day, after exploring two fortresses, Antirrio and Rio, take images of beautiful bridge from ferry, we will come to Patras, to see famous castle, cathedral, and few attractions from Roman time.
Starting from Patras, we are already in the Peloponnese region, where located the most attractions of this our tour. We will come to famous Olympia, explore archaeological site and 3 museums. Next our locations are fortresses Pylos and Methoni, and we will stay in lively town Kalamata with long beautiful coastal line and beach. From here we also will visit archaeological site Messene (UNESCO Tentative List site).
From Kalamata, with short walk in medieval part of town Kardamyli, we will come to explore Mani peninsula famous for specific tower houses and people who claim be descent from the ancient Spartans. We will see the heart of Mani, the historical capital of the Mani Peninsula town Areopoli, its historical center, charming stone tower houses and cobblestone alleyway.
After Mani, we will pass coastal town Gytheio and will come to see amazing medieval fortified town Monemvasia, and will explore both lower and upper towns there.
Next important places we will explore are famous town Sparta and archaeological site Mystras (UNESCO World Heritage site) with still active monastery. From Sparta, passing by mountain road cute mountain town Kosmas and cliff monastery Elonas, we will come to Nafplio, where around are located several important attractions like Argos, Tiryns (UNESCO World Heritage site), Midea, Asini, Tolo.
On the way to Ancient Corinth we will walk over stones of ancient civilization in Mycenae (UNESCO World Heritage site). Around Corinth we will wonder on Corinth canal and explore ancient fortress Acrocorinth.
Next important attraction to visit is Hosios Loukas monastery (UNESCO World Heritage site). We will have overnight in mountain town Arachova, and from there will come to see famous complex of monasteries in Meteora (UNESCO World Heritage site).
From Kalampaka, the town of Meteora monasteries, we will come to Ioannina to see its castle and nice Silversmith museum. The rest of tour we will spend in Zagori (the whole region is UNESCO World Heritage site), learn the stories of this not usual region, see several ancient bridges and mountain towns.
March 25, 2026 Brauron, Greece. Brauron is an ancient archaeological site in eastern Attica, Greece, famous for its sanctuary dedicated to Artemis, the goddess of the hunt and nature. Brauron draws visitors with its well-preserved ruins and ties to ancient rituals. Tourists love exploring this peaceful archaeological park for a glimpse into classical Greek worship and daily life.
January 12, 2026 Ávila (Avila), Spain. Avila, a charming town in central Spain, is famous for its impressive medieval walls that surround the historic center. These stone fortifications are remarkably well-preserved, offering visitors a glimpse into the town's rich past and its strategic importance during the Middle Ages.
December 28, 2025 Baeza, Spain. Baeza, a picturesque town in Andalusia, southern Spain, is famous for its outstanding Renaissance architecture. Together with neighboring Ubeda, it was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003 under the name Renaissance Monumental Ensembles of Ubeda and Baeza, for its cultural significance.
December 6, 2025 Veria, Greece. Veria, also spelled Veroia or Beroea, is a city in Central Macedonia, northern Greece, known for its rich history, Byzantine architecture, and proximity to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Aigai (modern Vergina). Historically an important center since antiquity and the Byzantine era, it is built on the foothills of Mt. Vermion and crossed by the River Tripotamo. The city has numerous churches, and is nicknamed ＂Little Jerusalem＂ for its many religious sites.
November 23, 2025 Kardamyli, Greece. Kardamyli is a coastal gem perched on the west side of the Mani Peninsula in southern Greece, only 35 kilometers from Kalamata. Surrounded by mountains and the brilliant blue Messenian Gulf, the village is famed for its natural scenery, tranquil beaches, and timeless charm.
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