Ancient Corinth and Canal Private Tour from Athens
Description
Corinth is only 1 hour and 15 minutes drive from Athens.Take the pressure off with this tour, direct from your door, with a driver who can tell you all about the history, and onboard Wi-Fi so you don’t waste a minute. You’ll visit the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, and Akrokorinthos (Acrocorinth), the city’s answer to Athens’ Acropolis and other significant sites in a comfortable, modern, climate-controlled vehicle equipped with WiFi. Avoid the stress and hassle of renting a car and let a professional and licensed driver shuttle you from site to site with sufficient time to explore at each stop.Follow in the footsteps of St. Paul on a trip to Ancient Corinth. See the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, and Acrocorinth all in half a day.Visit the region’s major historical monuments on one affordable outing. Travel in a comfortable, climate-controlled vehicle with a professional driver.
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Itinerary
Our first stop is at the impressive Corinth canal as your driver describes its many interesting ill-fated and varied History’s from Ancient times to the present.The Corinth Canal connects the Gulf of Corinth in the Ionian Sea 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. The canal was dug through the isthmus at sea level and has no locks. It is 6.4 kilometres (4 mi) in length and only 21.4 metres (70 ft) wide at its base, making it impassable for many modern ships. From high up, you can enjoy the best view of Corinth's isthmus and admire the steep limestone walls while you observe the vessels below you navigate their way through the canal
Here, you can visit the Archaeological site and the museum of Ancient Corinth, one of the most important cities in Ancient Greece. Here, you have one hour to explore Apollo temple, the temple to Octavia, the baths, the Bema where St. Paul addressed the Corinthians, the Peirine fountain complex, the theatre, the Roman Odeum... Inside the archaeological site you can visit also the museum with exhibits from the area.
The Archaeological Museum of Ancient Corinth was constructed between 1931-1932, with intentions to display the numerous recent archaeological excavations. The museum is located within the archaeological site of Ancient Corinth, Greece, and lies under the jurisdiction of the 37th Ephoreia of the Greek Archaeological Service. Key aspects of the Archaeological site of Ancient Corinth include: • Hadgimoustafa spring • Lechaion Road • Basilica • Fountain of Peirene • Stoa • Agora • Odien • Other temples • Theatre
The Temple of Apollo at Corinth was constructed in 550 BC.
Last stop is the Acropolis of the Ancient Corinth, called Acrokorinthos, a monolithic rock that was continuously occupied from archaic times to the early 19th century. Here you have one hour to visit the castle. You will enjoy the amazing view 575 meters above sea level, and explore the three castle gates, the Upper Pirene springs, the temple to Aphrodite which was Christianized as a church on the top...
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- Infant seats available
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
- The travel drive from Athens to Ancient Corinth is 1 hour and 15 minutes
Reviews(39)
My girlfriend and I had an amazing time visiting Ancient Corinth! The entire experience was unforgettable, and a big part of that was thanks to our driver, Thodoris. He was friendly, professional, and made us feel comfortable throughout the trip. What really made the tour special was how much he shared with us about the history of the area. His knowledge and passion brought Ancient Corinth to life and made us appreciate the site ev more. . We highly recommend Thodoris to anyone looking for a memorable and informative tour. Thank you for a fantastic day—we'll definitely book with you again!
I went with friends and we had a great time. It was such an easy car ride and I almost always get car sick. The tour spots were absolutely beautiful, we had plenty of time to explore and take photos, and the tour guide was so kind he knew his history well!
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you and your friends had such a great time. It's wonderful to know the journey was comfortable, especially since you usually experience car sickness, and that you enjoyed the beautiful stops with plenty of time to explore and take photos. We're also thrilled that our guide's kindness and knowledge made your experience even more enjoyable. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable tour soon!
This was a great tour! Cristiano was fantastic, knowledgeable, professional, and on time. The van was comfortable and cool after walking in the heat. Overall great tour!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you had a great tour and that Cristiano made such a positive impression with his knowledge, professionalism, and punctuality. We're also glad you found the van comfortable and appreciated having a cool place to relax after exploring in the heat. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another memorable tour soon!
Awesome experience traveling from Athens to Corinth. Cristiano and John were excellent drivers and guides. Beautiful place. Would certainly recommend.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so pleased to hear you had an awesome trip from Athens to Corinth. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Cristiano and John—they'll be delighted to know they helped make your experience memorable. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back on another tour soon!
We had a great day trip from Athens to Corinth! Christiano and John were our tour guides and they were amazing!! We had a group of 8 plus a baby and the tour was so easy and our tour guides were very friendly and informative. Would highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you and your group had such a great day trip to Corinth. It's fantastic to know that Christiano and John made the experience enjoyable, informative, and easy for everyone—including your little one! Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate you choosing to tour with us. We hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon!
Great experience, Christiano and John were great guides
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you had a great experience. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Christiano and John—they'll be thrilled to know they helped make your tour memorable. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
My family had Cristiano and John and they were amazing! They taught us a lot about the area and let us explore at our own pace. We highly recommend this tour and having them as your guides.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Cristiano and John made your family's experience so enjoyable. It's great to know they helped you learn about the area while giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to them—they'll really appreciate it. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!
Nikos communicated well and kept us informed. Since its a 'private' tour don't expect a guide. All the stops are self guided. The driver waits with the vehicle and your belongings. Interesting sites. Expect a long climb to the fortress!
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're glad to hear that Nikos kept you well informed and that you found the sites interesting. We hope you had a memorable experience overall and would love to see you again in the future.
Our driver and guide, Xenofontas, was very knowledgeable and personable. He answered all the questions we had. He was even happy to accommodate our request to try Goody’s after our full day of seeing the sights! Highly recommend taking a private tour over the cruise excursions since they do not cost significantly more and the private attention is well worth it!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that Xenofontas made your experience both informative and enjoyable. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to Xenofontas. Wishing you many more amazing travel experiences, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future!
Great tour! We really enjoyed seeing the Corrinth Canal & ruins where St. Paul preached. There is a self guided tour available which was excellent to learn about everything. Our driver was helpful & took us to a great restaurant we at family style at. Excellent tour. Highly recommend it.
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed visiting the Corinth Canal and the historic ruins where St. Paul preached. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again for another memorable tour in the future!
