15 Ancient Sites in Nafplio: Which One to Actually Book

1.Ancient Corinth & Nafplio Full Day Trip with Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 523 reviews · from $44Our pick

Leave Athens from Halandri Metro Station for Ancient Corinth, the Temple of Apollo, and its museum, then continue to Nafplio for local food, old-town streets, and Arvanitia Beach. English-speaking guides such as Apostolos, Vivian, Theo, and Chrysa bring the route to life. Swimming is offered in summer, with extra Nafplio time in winter.

“We loved visiting all of the monuments and having free time Nafplio to swim.”

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2.Ancient Corinth & Nafplion Guided Premium Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 237 reviews · from $34

Travel from Athens to the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, and Nafplion with an English-speaking licensed guide. Expect a comfortable air-conditioned coach, guided access to the archaeological site and museum, time in Nafplion’s old town, and an optional seaside tavern lunch. Guides such as Irene, Sofia, Anastasia, and Dorina have earned high praise for clear, lively explanations.

“The guide was super informative and we had enough allotted time to explore Nafplio freely by climbing the Palamidi castle after lunch 😍would highly recommend”

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3.Ancient Corinth, Epidaurus, Nafplio full day private tour from Athens

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 206 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $229Top rated

This 8 to 9-hour private drive from Athens visits the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Epidaurus, and Nafplio. Your English-speaking driver, such as Alex, George, Petros, or Panos, provides commentary but does not enter the sites. Expect flexible timing, Wi-Fi, bottled water, optional Greek lunch, and two-way pickup.

“Loved the trip and the day went fast. Our driver was on time and very professional. We saw many wonderful historic locations.”

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4.Mycenae Archaeological Site Ticket & optional SG audio tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 203 reviews · 1 day · from $30Best value

Visit Mycenae and its archaeological museum at your own pace with a one-day ticket costing about $30. You’ll see the Lion Gate, Cyclopean Walls, royal tombs, and Treasury of Atreus. Choose an optional self-guided audio tour in several languages, but remember that only the Treasury requires a fixed entry time.

“One of the most amazing historical sites in the world”

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5.Archaeological Site of Mycenae: E-Ticket with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 144 reviews · 1 day · from $41

Visit Mycenae and its museum with a pre-booked e-ticket and self-guided Clio Muse audio tour. Walk through the Lions’ Gate, Cyclopean Walls, palace remains, and the Tomb of Agamemnon, then study Bronze Age frescoes and artifacts. You need your own transport, charged phone, headphones, and a ticket downloaded before arrival.

“La copertura internet al sito non è buona Quindi abbiamo avuto problemi a ricevere i biglietti il giorno della visita. Mandateli prima visto che sono pure pagati da settimane.”

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6.Ancient Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Nafplio full day private tour from Athens

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 130 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $265

Spend 9 to 10 hours in a private, air-conditioned vehicle from Athens, visiting the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus, and Nafplio. Drivers such as George, Panos, Spiros, and Notis provide English commentary, local tips, Wi-Fi, and bottled water. A Greek lunch upgrade is available.

“We thoroughly enjoyed our time on this excursion. George was a great driver and guide, making sure we were able to see everything on our list and giving great recommendations. Excellent experience that allowed us to see a lot in one day.”

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7.Explore Ancient Corinth & Charming Nafplion

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 77 reviews · from $40

Travel from Athens to the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, and Nafplion with an English-speaking guide. Visit the Temple of Apollo, walk ancient streets, tour the archaeological museum, then enjoy free time in Greece’s first modern capital. The day includes a comfortable air-conditioned bus, Wi-Fi, headsets, and a €15 entrance fee.

“Our guide was very knowledge. Great balance between informative and free time in all 3 locations.”

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8.Ancient Sparta Ancient Corinth Private Tour from Athens/ Nafplio

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $265

Spend about 10 hours with a private English-speaking driver exploring the Corinth Canal, ancient Sparta, Leonidas’ monument, and Ancient Corinth. You can adjust the pace, add stops when time allows, and travel from Athens or Nafplio in a sedan, minivan, or minibus. Archaeological guides cost extra.

“Ancient Corinth was amazing. Our driver was professional, courteous and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend to try this out.”

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9.Day tour to Ancient Olympia,Ancient Sparta Mycenae Including Meal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $286

Travel from Athens in a Mercedes sedan, minivan, or Sprinter with a local driver-guide such as Paddy, Sebastian, Ted, or Dallas. Visit Olympia, Sparta, Kaiadas, Mycenae, and the Corinth Canal, then finish with moussaka, Greek salad, tzatziki, and dessert. Expect a very long day, plenty of road time, and no licensed guide inside the monuments.

“This was an amazing tour and an absolute must if interested in seeing the vast beauty of Greece. The tour was as described but also flexible to be tailored to our interests. Sebastian, our guide and driver, made the day! He is a wealth of information on history, culture, and mythology. He was engaging and attentive with our kids. He ensured we knew all about what we were going to see and made it easy to find him again. He went above and beyond to ensure our needs and wishes were honored. At the end of the day, I felt this tour was a great value for the cost and…”

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10.Ancient Corinth & Nafplio Full Day Trip with Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $47

Leave Athens by air-conditioned bus for Ancient Corinth, where an archaeologist guide brings the Temple of Apollo and museum to life. Then stroll Nafplio, Greece’s first modern capital, before swimming at Arvanitia Beach. Guides such as Costas, Demi, Julia, and Theo are known for lively explanations. Swimming changes to extra Nafplio time in winter.

“Small group, very knowledgeable archeologist. No hurries. “Demi” was super as our driver/archeologist”

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11.Ancient Corinth & Nafplion One-Day Tour from Athens

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 32 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $47

Leave central Athens at 8:00 am for a guided visit to the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, and Nafplio. You’ll travel by air-conditioned bus with WiFi, use headsets to follow the guide, and have free time in Greece’s first capital. Check your voucher carefully, as some departures have followed a different route through Daphni Monastery.

“A half-day tour with no hassle on pick up and drop off. Good enough time to explore and understand 3 sites: the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth City and the Daphni Monastery.”

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12.Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Nafplio and Epidaurus Private Tour from Athens

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $228

Travel privately from Athens or Piraeus with an English-speaking driver such as Alex, George, or Andreas. Visit the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Acrocorinth, Nafplio, Palamidi Castle, and Epidaurus in one long day. Your driver provides commentary but does not enter archaeological sites as an official guide.

“Punctual pick up by driver Alex. He is a one in a million person. Well educated, punctual, knowledgeable of the sites, good, cautious and relaxed person. The tour was well organized and beautiful places. Would highly recommend the tour/experience. Thank you ever so much.”

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13.Biblical Ancient Corinth Canal Epidaurus Nafplio Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $240

Travel from Athens to the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Epidaurus, and Nafplio in a private car or minivan. Your English-speaking driver handles the route, water, Wi-Fi, tolls, and hotel or port pickup, while you choose how much time to spend at each stop. Site tickets, lunch, and a licensed guide are extra.

“This tour was amazing! It was a great trip for varying ages and abilities. There were 7 of us from teens to 70s and we all had a great time on this private tour. There was something for everyone to see at all the sites. If someone wanted to explore a little more there were opportunities for that. There were also great spots in the shade and in cafes for those who didn’t want to. Everyone had a great time exploring the historical sites, enjoying great views, and shopping! It was very hot but the air conditioned van and water provided were great. Our tour guide, Chris, was also wonderful!…”

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14.Full Day Biblical Ancient Corinth Canal Mycenae Epidauvro Nafplio

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $277

You travel by private Mercedes sedan or luxury minivan from Athens to the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Mycenae, and Nafplio. Drivers such as Chris, Michael, Costas, and Yiannes are praised for history, flexibility, and careful driving. The day includes Palamidi Castle and a seaside lunch stop, but entrance fees and meals cost extra.

“Great experience with our driver Gianny. Professional, knowledgeable and trustworthy. He is a really good driver and the car was confortable. The company is also reliable. Good communication.”

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15.Private Tour of Ancient Corinth, Mycenae and Nafplio

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $226

Travel from Athens with an English-speaking driver such as Giannis to Corinth, Mycenae, Palamidi Fortress, and Nafplio. You get a private sedan for up to four people, hotel, Riviera, or port pickup, onboard Wi-Fi, bottled water, and time to explore at your own pace. Site and museum admission costs extra.

“What an amazing day! We had first-class treatment all day and learned a lot about the area. Everything was perfect!”

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