Ancient Corinth tour Canal, and Nemea wine tasting

Apollo Temple in ancient Corinth

Explore the ancient Corinth and admire the spectacular view of the Canal, the glamorous ancient city and taste the excellent local wine in the famous area.

The breathtaking view of the spectacular Canal, the fascinating and elegant ancient city of Corinth, makes this tour exceptional. Splendid sights, connected with biblical persons, mythical stories and historic facts. Click for details

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Tour overview

We will drive along the coastal road, through the historic cities of Elefsina and Megara. The first short stop is at the impressive Corinth canal, prior to ancient Corinth, where St. Paul lived for almost 2 years and preached. The Christianity establishing a core of Christian community.

Corinth was the great metropolis of the Doric colony-cities in western Mediterranean, and most kept their original Corinthian names, like Syracuse. You will stroll in the ancient Agora of Corinth, also a walk around the most significant monuments of the pre-Roman period, like, the Peirene fountain-spring, the temple of Apollo and the Leheon road. You can see the Bema of Apostle Paul right in the middle of the ancient Agora, the elegant Octavia temple, the remains of the famous Glafki fountain, the Odeon Amphitheater and the ruins of the theater. Ancient Corinth, was the sophisticated Paris and the cosmopolitan New York of that time, where the trends, fashion, innovations and creations. In the Roman time, the first tourist industry began in Greece, making Corinth, Athens and Olympia the main attractions. Corinth is also blessed, with the excellent climate, superb bright environment, decorated with wonderful nature. As a gift of God Dionysos to Corinth, is given the superior quality wine, that the locals cultivate with religious respect and discipline. Seize the chance and taste it!

A lot of wines produced, in the major Corinth and Nemea area, and is distributed all over Europe. While in the area, we will make several stops to see the vineyards and taste the local wines in taverns or wineries. If you wish to extend the tour, add the Nemea visit and we will continue to visit the famous wine district area of ancient Nemea. We will visit their state of art winery facilities and taste some of the best local wines.

The wonderful Zeus Temple, located in the middle of the vineyards, the ancient stadium,of Nemea were the Nemeans, one of the 4 Grand-Slam religious events of Greece. Of course less prominent then the Olympics (also dedicated to Zeus).

Add this tour in to your holidays and you will add a great day in your lives. We guarantee you a very pleasant and comprehensive tour. Detour and return in Athens.

What to expect

The driver-guide will pick you-up from your place of stay. and take you to Corinth in safety and comfort in a air-conditioned vehicle. About the venues and sights, you will hear the commentary in prior, so you will have free to pace your selves, and enjoy on your own, the archaeological attractions. Light sport-shoes and a hat is highly recommended. Your driver-guide will assist and try to meet all of your wishes and needs. We will make, several photo shooting stops at the spots and views. Expect a great memorable day, in fascinating sights and amazing nature. If you wish to extend the tour and enjoy the Nemea visit, you may ask your driver-guide. The tour is private and flexible in the schedule. Mind to reserve bit time and explore the Greece, you don't know. Be our guests.

Important info

Inclusions: Guiding, wine tasting, taxes.
Exclusions: Meals, beverages, gratuities (optional).
Group size: 15 persons max.
Payment method: As suggested
For those with serious walking disabilities or using a wheelchair, this tour is not recommended.
Pick-up from other than Athens locations is possible.
Ask on the day/spot if you wish to add extra time in your tour.
When more then 15 persons, booking 1 week in prior is suggested.