Ancient Corinth
Description
Visit Ancient Corinth and the Corinth Canal. The location of countless ancient myths, like the myth of Sisyphus and there were games like the Olympics held in the devotional area of Isthmia. Although the city was destroyed by Romans,The ancient city was destroyed by the Romans, who built a new city in its place; we can still see the extensive ruins (including the columns of the Temple of Apollo) that testify to Corinth’s great prosperity. It is also one of the places that Saint Paul visited and wrote letters to. As we cross the Isthmus, we stop to see the great feat of engineering that finally opened the route between the Gulf of Corinth and the Saronic Gulf - the Corinth Canal. It was finished in 1893, even though the idea existed at least as far back as 602 BC!
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In 400 BC it had a population of 90,000 people. In addition to being in a strategic location, at the intersection between east and west, it was also on fertile soil. It was also the location of countless ancient myths, such as the myth of Sisyphus. Games – including the Olympics – were held in the devotional area of Isthmia. The ancient city was destroyed by the Romans, who built a new city in its place. It is also one of the places that Saint Paul visited and wrote letters to.
As we cross the Isthmus, we stop to see the great feat of engineering that finally opened the route between the Gulf of Corinth and the Saronic Gulf - the Corinth Canal. It was finished in 1893, even though the idea existed at least as far back as 602 BC!
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Pickup Locations & Times
Please contact us, to confirm final details. We pick you up from all Hotels from Athens and Piraeus. The port and cruise terminal or address you have given us.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain; otherwise the driver will do their best for you to see most of the sites
- Departure time is between 6:30am-9:30am, based on your preference!
- Duration: 5 to 7 hours
- Our drivers are professional, friendly and knowledgeable. Their priority is your satisfaction and safety. All our drivers speak English and are ready to help and to provide tips!
- Our cars are well-maintained, clean, and have free Wi-Fi. Baby chairs, wheelchairs and most phone chargers are available on request, at no additional charge
- Professional guide at the site (if wanted, with an extra charge, you can hire in the site)
- All prices are for 1 tour, for 1 to 4 passengers, with a taxi or sedan, and up to 7 (on request 8 passengers) passengers with a minivan
- We reserve the right to cancel a booking for a full refund in the case of bad weather, health issues or site closures
Reviews(29)
We had an incredible experience with CATTaxi. Our guide/driver was Terry. He picked us up at the Athens airport and drove us to Corinth to see some of the sights there before ending at our hotel in Nafplio. Terry was always prompt, courteous, and full of historical knowledge. He made sure to tell us what to see while we were in Nafplio. Then he picked us up at the end of our stay and took us to more ancient sites in the Peloponnese before dropping us off at our apartment in Athens. The trip/tours were seamless and well choreographed. We felt safe. Well worth the money and would do it again!
I had a fantastic experience with CAT Taxi! From the moment I landed in Athens, everything was smooth and well-organized. I booked a private transfer to a retreat near Corinth, with some sightseeing along the way, and it honestly became one of the highlights of my trip. Terry was responsive and accommodating throughout the booking process, and the planning felt effortless on my end. He was professional, punctual and knowledgeable — sharing local insights and stories without ever being intrusive. The car was spotless, comfortable, stocked with water and great air conditioning. On the return trip before my evening flight, I also arranged a full-day scenic tour that was perfectly paced. The entire experience was excellent value for the quality of service provided. If you’re traveling in Greece, I can't recommend them enough. Thank you again, Terry! 🙏
Beautiful archaeological site in the ancient city, well maintained, not very large to visit, with attached small museum. The view of the surrounding mountains is also beautiful. It's worth it.
Top Notch tour! Our guide was very knowledgeable and did a great job. We had a wonderful deluxe van and were very comfortable. I have used CATTaxi for a tour in the past and it was wonderful as well. I travel to Athens twice a year for work, and always use CATTaxi for my transfers and excursions. Terry is the best and takes great care of his customers. Use CATTaxi! You won't be disappointed!
Excursion was good. Ancient Corinth is a very impressive site and the museum is excellent However, the trip was expensive and, in our view, over priced.
Thank you for finding the time to leave a review. I agree it is expensive. It is something out of my hands. When the trip is +200km, The litre of fuel is €2, +Tolls, 13-24% VAT, + Insurance and more then 25% Commission. It’s very difficult to keep low prices with good quality and always being legal. Hope to see you again in Greece.
Sophia and the driver were amazing on our trip to Corinth visiting the canal, the ruins, Apollo’s temple, and an extra special place on the way. We had free time to eat lunch and enjoy the ancient Corinth town.
The sites and experience were captivating. Our tour guide was very welcoming, knowledgeable, and accommodating. This was the highlight of our trip to Greece.
Our driver was excellent. Very well informed and fun. It was a great experience visiting where Paul would have walked.
Outstanding service, tour, and overall day! Terry provided rich information about the historic sites and showed us a wonderful day. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and Terry's professionalism and hospitality. I travel twice a year to Athens for work and always use CATTaxi for transfers and tours. They take great care of their customers.
Our driver (Demetri?) was very friendly and conscientious and he pointed out extra things to see along the way. He never rushed us through the sites and gave us all the time we needed.