--- title: Ancient Corinth Canal Epidaurus Nafplio Luxury Tour lang: en type: tour city: Athens country: Greece price: 142 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.93 reviews: 30 duration_minutes: 510 languages: [el, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 35 of 63 (Corinth, Mycenae & Peloponnese Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/tours/ancient-corinth-canal-epidaurus-nafplio-luxury-tour/ --- # Ancient Corinth Canal Epidaurus Nafplio Luxury Tour In our comparison: #35 of 63 in Corinth, Mycenae & Peloponnese Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview "Journey through Greece’s legendary past on this captivating tour of the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Epidaurus, and Nafplio!** Begin at the engineering marvel of Corinth Canal, where the Aegean and Ionian Seas nearly meet. Then, step back in time at Ancient Corinth* , one of antiquity's most powerful cities. Walk along the same paths where St. Paul once preached, explore the impressive **Temple of Apollo**, and see the legendary **Bema** in the Agora. Next, stand in awe at **Epidaurus**, home to the world-famous ancient theater with **perfect acoustics**—still used for performances today! Finally, unwind in **Nafplio**, Greece’s most romantic city, with its Venetian fortress, charming old town, and stunning seaside views. This **full-day tour** blends **mythology, history, and breathtaking landscapes** into one unforgettable experience. Perfect for history lovers, culture seekers, and photographers alike!"** ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 8 start times: between 07:00 and 10:00 - Food not included: Meal in Nafplio - Lunch stops are… - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €142 per person - Duration: 8h 30m - Rating: 4.93/5 from 30 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Yomadic.Tours & Transfers - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: EL, English - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 07:00, 07:30, 07:45, 08:00, 08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.93 from 30 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 30 of 30. - 5 stars: 28 (93%) - 4 stars: 2 (7%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Experienced, professional drivers who speak fluent English and have deep knowledge of Greek histoRY - Pick-up and drop-off service: Athens Hotel, Airbnb residence or Port - Car Seats: Book in advance if you require infant or child seats. - Transportation via modern, first-class private vehicle - All vehicles with WiFi, A/C, Bottled Water - Small private groups (up to 5 guests) in a luxury minivan—each passenger enjoys their own space. ## Not included - Licensed guide to accompany you into archaeological sites - Optional airport pick-up, available at an additional cost. - Entrance fees for archaeological sites and museums. - Meal in Nafplio - Lunch stops are scheduled, but meal costs are not included. ## Itinerary 1. **Corinth Canal** (20m) - The Corinth Canal is a waterway that crosses the narrow isthmus of Corinth to link the Gulf of Corinth to the Saronic Gulf. As such, the canal separates the Greek mainland from the Peloponnese, turning it into an island The canal, though executed in the late 19th century, has... 2. **Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)** (1h 30m) - Corinth was a city-state 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. The modern city of Corinth is located approximately 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) northeast of the ancient... 3. **Archaeological Museum of Corinth** (40m) - 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... 4. **Temple of Apollo** (10m) - The Temple of Apollo at Corinth was constracted in 550 BC.Temple of Apollo one of the earliest Doric temples in the Peloponnese and the Greek Mainland with monolithic columns rare in the ancient world built around 560 BCE 5. **Acrocorinth** (30m) - , "Upper Corinth", the acropolis of ancient Corinth, is a monolithic rock overseeing the ancient city of Corinth, Greece. With its secure water supply, Acrocorinth's fortress was repeatedly used as a last line of defense in southern Greece because it commanded the Isthmus of... 6. **Epidavros** (1h) - The Epidaurus amphitheatre: Famous for its classic Greek construction and astounding acoustics. Enjoy the arts! Be captivated by the theatrical performances from Euripides, Sophocles, Aristophanes and Aeschylus. Drop a pin or coin on the stage... it will be heard even if you... 7. **Epidaurus Archaeological Museum** (30m) - Archaeological Museum of Epidaurus is a museum in Epidaurus, in Argolis on the Peloponnese peninsula, Greece. The museum, noted for its reconstructions of temples and its columns and inscriptions, was established in 1902 and opened in 1909 to display artifacts unearthed in... 8. **Sanctuary of Asklepios** (15m) - The Temple of Asclepius was a sanctuary in Epidaurus dedicated to Asclepius. It was the main holy site of Asclepius. The sanctuary at Epidaurus was the rival of such major cult sites as the Sanctuary of Zeus at Olympia and Apollo at Delphi. The temple was built in the early... 9. **The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus** (45m) - is a theatre in the Greek city of Epidaurus, located on the southeast end of the sanctuary dedicated to the ancient Greek God of medicine, Asclepius. It is built on the west side of Cynortion Mountain, near modern Lygourio, and belongs to the Epidaurus Municipality. It is... 10. **Nafplio** (1h) - Free Time For Lunch Coffe Shopping Nafplio is a seaport town in the peloponnese in Greece that was expanded up the hillsides near the north end of the Argolic Gulf.The town was an important seaport held under a successsional of royal houses in the middle Ages as a part of the... 11. **Palamidi Castle** (30m) - One of the most well-preserved castles in all of Greece, Palamidi offers spectacular views of the city from its loopholes, wonderful routes inside and terrifying terrain in the hole-prison of Kolokotronis, Palamidi is a fortress to the east of the Acronauplia in the town of... 12. **Akronafplia Fortress** (pass by, no stop) - The Akronaufplia is the oldest part of the city of Nafplio in Greece.Until the thtirteenth century it was a town on its own.The arrival of the venetians and the Franks trensformed it into part of the towns fortifications.Later part of it was used as a prison until the Greek... 13. **Bourtzi** (10m) - Enjoy the view of the water castle of Bourtzi a Venetian Castle located in the middle of the harbor of Nafplio and take fascinating photos from the Harbor side ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 07:00, 07:30, 07:45, 08:00, 08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Corinth, Mycenae & Peloponnese Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #35 of 63** | €142 | 8h 30m | 4.93 (30) | shared | | [Private Luxury Biblical Tour: Apostle Paul’s Footsteps – Corinth](/greece/athens/tours/private-luxury-biblical-tour-apostle-paul-s-footsteps-corinth/?format=md) | €168 | 5h | 4.99 (262) | private | | [Private Luxury Biblical Tour: Apostle Paul in Athens & Corinth](/greece/athens/tours/private-luxury-biblical-tour-apostle-paul-in-athens-corinth/?format=md) | €210 | 8h | 4.98 (240) | private | | [Biblical Tour Letters ToThe Corinthians St Paul’s Footsteps 6Hour](/greece/athens/tours/biblical-tour-letters-tothe-corinthians-st-paul-s-footsteps-6hour/?format=md) | €150 | 6h 15m | 4.94 (1625) | shared | Ranked #35 of 63 in Corinth, Mycenae & Peloponnese Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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