Corinth Canal Cruise, Ancient Corinth & Acrocorinth Private tour
Description
Dear travellers welcome to Athens! Escape the bustle of Athens and discover Corinth, a land where myth and history meet, just one hour away. Begin at the awe-inspiring Corinth Canal, where the Aegean and Ionian seas unite through one of the world’s greatest engineering feats. For those who choose the canal cruise option, sailing between its towering cliffs is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Continue to Ancient Corinth, once a powerful city where temples, fountains, and marketplaces thrived, and where Apostle Paul spent 18 months spreading his teachings. Rising above, the Acrocorinth fortress invites you to explore a legendary stronghold tied to Pegasus, Medea, and timeless Greek myths! Along the way, admire the countryside, coastline, and mountains of the Peloponnese, and enjoy a traditional lunch in the peaceful village of Ancient Corinth. This tour combines legend, history, and stunning landscapes into an unforgettable day.
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Itinerary
After your driver picks you up from your accommodation follows a beautiful scenic coastal drive to Corinth which is about 50 minutes. Approaching Ancient Corinth we will make a stop to admire this wonder of engineering, the Corinth Canal.
After the amazing view of the canal and on our way to ancient Corinth we will head to the west entrance of the canal to see the famous diolkos, build around 6th century BC. An ancient paved trackway where they would haul ships from one body of water to the other. A true wonder of ancient Greek technology.
The ancient city of Corinth holds a significant place in Greek history for its strategic location, prosperous trade, and influential culture. Situated between the Ionian Sea and the Aegean Sea, Corinth controlled the narrow Isthmus, a key trade route connecting the Mediterranean and the Black Sea and founding location of the Isthmian Games. It had a strong military presence as a strategic location for many wars over its ancient history and it experienced a series of political changes, alternating between periods of independence, Spartan control, and domination by other regional powers. Even after a period of decline during the Roman Conquest, it maintained its cultural importance until it underwent a significant urban renewal project initiated by Julius Caesar and later completed by Emperor Augustus. The city was rebuilt with a Roman architectural style, including temples, basilicas, and a forum. It became the capital of the Roman province of Achaea and a bustling cosmopolitan center.
Now the biggest castle in southern greece. The acropolis of Corinth, this mighty fortress at 700m above the sea level will give you stunning view of the Corinthian and Saronic gulf that are connected through the canal.
Now a nice Greek lunch in the quiet village of Ancient Corinth at a traditional family taverna and then drive back to Athens.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up and drop off included from your accomodation or cruise ship. AIrport pick up or drop off and areas outside of Athens will have an additional cost.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travel time is already included to the total duration.
- Tour start time can be customized to suit your schedule – contact us after booking.
- Acrocorinth involves some hiking so bring good walking shoes
- The Corinth Canal cruise is operated by a third party and may be canceled due to weather conditions or operational reasons beyond our control.
- Ancient Corinth site is closed every Tuesday from November until March
Reviews(42)
excellent, very knowledgeable guide who made the best of fact that the Corinth Canal has been closed for maintenance longer than was expected so a cruise was not possible unfortunately Alexander gave us a very detailed and enjoyable guided tour that is highly recommended. From the Greek Mythology to the Roman Empire and the present day it is very enjoyable and a lot is covered in a relatively short period of time.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Although the Corinth Canal cruise was unavailable due to the extended maintenance closure, I’m very happy you still enjoyed the tour and the historical journey through Ancient Corinth and the region. It was a pleasure sharing the stories of Greek mythology, the Roman era, and modern Greece with you. Your recommendation and kind words are truly appreciated! Hope to see you again in the future for more adventures! Warm regards, Alexander Papageorgiou
We had an amazing day with Alexander! We saw the Corinth Canal, ancient Corinth, the Acrocorinth, and ancient Mycenae. Alexander was an incredible tour guide, with vast knowledge on Ancient Greece and the sites. A truly enjoyable day! My reco, just do it!
Dear Jim! Thank you so much for your kind words and for recommending the tour to other travellers! It was a real pleasure sharing this day with you and exploring these incredible places together. I’m glad you enjoyed the stories and history along the way. Wishing you a wonderful rest of your trip—and hope to see you again for another adventure! Warm regards, Alexander Papageorgiou
This tour deserves a 5+ rating! Alexander provided an amazing tour. He was extremely knowledgeable about the history of Greece and all of the places that we visited. We couldn't transit the Corinth Canal due to repair work from landslides last year, but Alexander reached out to us before our trip and suggested that we add in a trip to ancient Mycenae instead. All of the sites were simply amazing. In ancient Corinth, Alexander arranged a private tour guide for us that covered the footsteps of Apostle Paul in Corinth. Kristina was also fantastic, and extremely knowledgeable. We stopped mid-day and had a wonderful meal right of the seashore. I can't say enough good things about this tour and Alexander. It was a terrific day!
Dear Jim! Thank you so much for this wonderful review—it truly means a lot. I’m really glad the adjustment to include Mycenae turned out great for you, sometimes the unexpected changes lead to the most memorable moments. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the experience in Ancient Corinth and the storytelling around Apostle Paul’s journey—Kristina will be very happy to know she made such an impression as well. And of course, a seaside meal is always a good idea in Greece! I’m grateful you trusted me with your day!Wishing you many more great adventures ahead and hope to see you again in the future! Warm regards, Alexander Papageorgiou
We had a fantastic day with Alexander who was extremely knowledgeable and shared so much information in a fun and enthusiastic way. We learned about the places visited and had a wonderful education on Greek mythology which Alexander brought alive! We were unable to take a cruise on the Corinth canal due to renovations taking place but Alexander ensured we saw the canal from the best viewpoints and had the chance to visit other interesting places. Ancient Corinth is not to be missed! We would highly recommend this tour - you will not regret a day spent in Alexander’s company - he also gave some great tips for the rest of our time in Athens.
Dear Lisa! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m really happy you enjoyed the day and the stories—it was a pleasure sharing them with you. Wishing you an amazing rest of your time in Greece, and I hope to see you again one day! Warm regards, Alexander Papageorgiou
Alexander is a very knowledgeable and helpful guide we had a brilliant day
Dear Debbie! Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review and recommending the tour to other travellers! It was a pleasure meeting you! Warm regards, Alexander Papageorgiou
This was such a fabulous tour. Alexander is such a good guide, very friendly, professional, helpful and very knowledgeable. We learnt such a lot about the area and Greece in general. The journey was comfortable and interesting and all of the stops were well worth seeing. The Corinth Canal is a must see sight and was on our bucket list! The Acrocorinth is a truly amazing fortress, we were lucky with the weather and saw some amazing views from the top. Alexander gave us plenty of time for breaks and to fully enjoy all of the sights. We would definitely use him again if we are back in Athens.
Dear Sandra! Thank you so much for your kind words, I really appreciate it! I’m so glad you enjoyed the day in Corinth! It was genuinely a pleasure spending the day with you! Happy and safe travels and I really hope to see you again next time you’re in Athens! Warm regards, Alexander Papageorgiou
Our guide was very knowledgeable, he made it an amazing day even though the sites were closed we didn’t feel like we missed anything. He stopped off at a great fish restaurant for lunch.
Dear Glenda! Thank you very much for your kind review! I’m very glad to hear that you had an amazing day in Corinth and that the experience felt complete despite the site closures. Creating meaningful and enjoyable experiences is always our priority, so it’s great to know you didn’t feel you missed anything — and that you enjoyed the lunch stop as well. I would be very happy to welcome you again for another tour in the future. Warm regards, Alexander Papageorgiou
George was great, on time, knowledgeable, considerate and flexible. There was something happeningon on top of Acrocorinth, so we needed to rearrange certain stops and go back later. The content of the tour was exactly what we desired.
Dear Andrew, thank you so much for your kind words! We’re very happy to hear you enjoyed your tour with George. He’s indeed a wonderful guide—knowledgeable, flexible, and always attentive to our guests’ needs. We are very glad the tour matched exactly what you were hoping for. We hope to see you again for another adventure with Bucket List Tours! Warm regards, Alexander Papageorgiou
Our private tour to Corinth was superb. Our driver Socrates was flexible and provided very interesting information about Greece, its history and the sites we passed on the trip. Our boat cruise through the Corinth Canal was a highlight of the trip. Out private guide in of the Forum and museum in Corinth made the history of the city come alive. We highly recommend this tour!
Dear Stephanie! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your private tour to Corinth and that the cruise through the Canal was such a highlight. Socrates is indeed a valued member of our team, and we’re glad his knowledge and flexibility made your day so memorable. We also appreciate your kind words about the local guide at Ancient Corinth — it’s always special when history truly comes alive. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure with Bucket List Tours! Warm regards, Alexander Papageorgiou
Alexander was amazing and really made this once in a lifetime experience. The weather started out rough and traffic was a bear but he told stories of greek mythology and how they all relate to each other and modern times. The Acropolis of Corinth and museum were so interesting and just the detail of carvings and history wal at own pace never rushed through anything. The canal was a wonder how they dug it out how the Germans tried to blow it up in WWII Boarding the boat cost 25EUR but we'll worth the experience, a don't miss
Dear Sandra! Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review and for your kind words! I’m really glad you enjoyed the day, the stories, and especially the Corinth Canal cruise — it’s such a unique experience. Despite the weather and traffic, your positive spirit made it a wonderful tour. I will always remember Danielle's run up to the Acropolis and waving at us from the top in a few minutes! Hope to see you again for another adventure! Warm regards, Alexander Papageorgiou
