After driving for one hour from Athens, you will discover the famous Corinth Canal. The Corinth Canal is a canal that connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. It cuts through the narrow Isthmus of Corinth, and separates the Peloponnese from the Greek mainland, thus effectively making the former peninsula an island. The canal elevated Piraeus’ status as a major Mediterranean port, a project which spanned many centuries. Cut through solid rock, the canal is more than 6 kilometers long and 23 meters wide, with its vertical sides rising 90 meters above the water. You will spend approximately 30 minutes at the canal, with time for photos and refreshments. Following the canal you will continue towards Mycenae, one of the most important cities of ancient Greece. You will see the Mycenaean Acropolis, the tomb of Agamemnon and the ruins of the Cyclopean walls that protected this mighty city. After approximately 1.5 hours at Mycenae, you will have the option to stop at a nearby village or town for snacks or a quick lunch. Your your will conclude with your drop off at the pickup point, or any preferred central point in Athens or Piraeus.

On your day tour of Corinth, you will see ancient ruins, the Corinth Canal, and then a charming coastal town. The ruins of ancient Corinth are the most famous attractions, and they reveal much about the city’s past. See the Temple of Apollo, a huge area dedicated to religious rituals and ceremonies. Explore the Agora, an important public space where citizens met to discuss or take part in civic activities. Learn about what life was like in ancient Corinth on this tour of the city. At 8:30 in the morning, you'll depart from your hotel in Athens. You'll be driven by a private guide and driver to the Corinth Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the Corinth Canal, you'll have one hour of free time to explore by foot. You'll then depart for the ancient city of Corinth. You'll have time to explore the Archeological Museum and walk along the many winding streets before arriving at your hotel in Corinth for lunch at a local restaurant. The tour continues with a visit to the Ancient Agora of Corinth, the site where Socrates taught, Plato and Aristotle studied and Aeschylus wrote. You'll have 30 minutes here to explore the great temple of goddess Athena who was worshiped in Corinth as well. Next it's onto the Acropolis of Corinth which began as one building then grew into a temple complex then into the Citadel of Corinth. There was an ancient port on the Corinthian bay of the Saronic gulf. The Acropolis of Corinth, which had been a temple complex and then a citadel, is now open to the public as it has been since 1893. Archaeological excavations have revealed numerous buildings and temples in various states of preservation. In addition to the well-preserved Temple of Apollo, the most impressive of the Corinthian temples is the Temple of Apollo Epicurius The village of Napfilio is near the canal and is one of Greece's most beautiful villages. Napfilio's most famous landmark is its old monastery, which sits high on a hill overlooking the village. The Canal of Nafplion, which starts in the town of Nafplio and ends at the ancient city of Corinth, passes through many towns and villages. Napfilio is one of the most famous villages on this canal. It is a beautiful small village located near an old monastery. The name Napfilio comes from the word "neb-pilio" which means 'nose'. This is due to the fact that in ancient times, the inhabitants of Napfilio had an acute sense of smell and could distinguish between the forms of animals by scent. The town is situated at an altitude of 987 meters, and it is noteworthy for its olive trees. At the end of this amazing tour, you'll be taken back to your hotel in Athens. The total duration of the tour will be 12 hours from pick up to drop off.

A wine tour in Nafplio will take you to some of the most picturesque vineyards in the region, where you will enjoy a relaxing, enjoyable day among the vines. You will be picked up from your hotel or cruise ship port in Athens by your driver and personal tour guide for this private tour. The amazing highlight of this tour is The Corinth Canal which 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. Live a unique experience and taste great Nemea wines in some of the most well known Greek wineries. Many of the vineyards you visit are owned by famous Greek family wineries, such as the Caraceni Winery that also owns part of the Hilton Hotel in Nafplio. There are many wineries in the Peloponnese, and the region is famous for its wine.The grape of choice is the red-wine made from Saperavi grapes with indigenous white wine made from Moschofilero grapes. Highlights include the Ancient Agora, Palaiokastro Monastery, Archaeological Museum and many more. 12 hours is the total duration of the tour from pick up to drop off.

Nafplio is home and base of Eudaimonia Private Tours. Our personal connection to the area will enhance your visit and make you feel like a local. Besides exploring the famous sites, we can enjoy together an Ouzo or a Greek coffee where and when Greeks do. Special moments that will make the tour unforgettable. This tour weaves through multiple key landmarks from Corinth Canal to the Epidaurus theatre with the best acoustics in the world, to King Agamemnon’s Mycenae site to the Venetian “old town” of Nafplio to Palamadi Fortress, where you will walk down all 999 steps before a breathtaking vista of the peninsula. It is there that you will take in your authentic Greek lunch, drinks, and dessert (all our treats) with the help of your great tour leader. It is a tour your way, the details within your control, but a clear plan laid out so that you can relax and let go for a day. You can optionally include the Ancient Corinth site and/or the Acropolis of Corinth (Acrocorinth). Departing from Athens, Piraeus port, or Nafplio, time permitting, you will have access to complimentary extras such as Greek coffee or Ouzo.