Tour reviews · NAFPLIO TOURS
A holiday has one spare day too few. These 15 nafplio tours are the ones that earn the slot, laid out so the choice takes two minutes.
Spend 10 hours exploring Mycenae’s Lion Gate and royal tombs, strolling Nafplio’s harbor, and testing Epidaurus’ famous acoustics. An archaeologist guide such as Vivian, Voula, or Stavroula adds context, while comfortable transport from Halandri keeps the day simple. Entry fees and lunch cost extra.
“I really enjoyed the tour. It was full of history and culture.”
Travel by air-conditioned bus from central Athens to the Corinth Canal, Mycenae, Agamemnon’s tomb, Nafplio, and Epidaurus. Your guide explains Greek myths, archaeology, and local life, with free time in Nafplio. Choose carefully between transport-only, entry-ticket, and lunch options, since Epidaurus admission is extra.
“The history is something to behold. in Australia we have nothing of this age to see, except for a handful of very ancient rock artworks...that are infantile in comparison. to sit in a theater where people sat 6000 yrs ago is amazing. the acoutics were unbelievable”
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.”
Travel from Athens into the Peloponnese to explore Mycenae’s Lion Gate and Treasury of Atreus, pause at the Corinth Canal, and walk through Nafplio with a guide. The 10-hour trip costs $78.44, uses an air-conditioned coach for groups of up to 28, and offers optional hotel pickup and lunch.
“Great trip that lets you experience some of the oldest and most iconic places from ancient Greece. Even the bus trip was really scenic! Highly recommend!”
Travel from Athens into the Argolis by bus or van, stopping at the Corinth Canal, Mycenae, and Nafplio. Your guide explains Greek myth, archaeology, and local life along the way. Lunch and entrance fees depend on the option you choose. Some departures may also include Epidaurus or a pottery workshop, so check the exact schedule before booking.
“Matthew has been very helpful, telling story during our journey!I really loved Mycenae and Epidaurus. Perhaps we could have spend some time to visit Nafplio and avoid the stop at the pottery shop. Overall I really enjoyed Thanks”
Travel from Athens in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver such as Spiros, George, or Notis. Visit the Corinth Canal, Mycenae’s Lion Gate and royal tombs, Epidaurus Theatre, and Nafplio. Lunch, hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, and bottled water are included, while site admission costs extra.
“We enjoyed everything about this tour. All of the sites we visited were interesting, lunch was phenomenal, and our tour guide/driver, Notis, was knowledgeable, extremely personable and went out of his way to make our trip enjoyable. It was the highlight of our trip to Greece and we would highly recommend to anyone who wants to explore historical sites outside of Athens.”
Spend about 10 hours visiting Mycenae, Epidaurus, the Corinth Canal, and Nafplio from Athens. An English-speaking escort, audio guide, and VR headset add context, while free time in Nafplio allows lunch, shopping, or a summer swim. Entrance fees are extra, and the schedule can feel rushed.
“The experiance was wonderful. Especially because of helplfull, nice and smile tour leader - Dido. I wish everyone had a tour leader like she was. I will have only good memories. Also big thank you to our driver - Dimitri. Riding with him was a nice experiance too. You could tell he was an experienced driver. The only thing I think could be changed is to shorten the time spent visiting Mycenae (at least by half an hour) and add that time to Nafplio. This city has so much to offer. Despite this, I highly recommend it!”
Join Nafplio4Sail for a 4.5-hour cruise aboard a 36-foot sailing boat with room for up to 10 passengers plus two crew. Skippers such as Nadine, Dimitris, and Konstantinos share sailing tips and local stories while you swim, snorkel, paddleboard, and eat a Greek meal with wine near quiet coves.
“Thanks Nadine for the wonderful & fun sailing trip! We truly enjoyed the whole trip: sailing, snorkling, supping, swimming, socializing with you and the other family. And thanks for the warm welcome to the team, back on shore :)”
Visit Epidaurus at your own pace with a timed entrance ticket to the ancient theatre, Sanctuary of Asclepius, and archaeological museum. The theatre’s shell-like design and famous acoustics are the main event. An English, Spanish, Italian, French, German, Polish, Portuguese, Japanese, or Dutch audio guide is available, depending on the option you choose.
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”
Travel from Athens to the Peloponnese for a guided visit to the Corinth Canal, Mycenae’s Lion Gate, palace, and Tomb of Agamemnon, then explore Nafplio on foot. The 10-hour trip includes air-conditioned coach transport and an English-speaking guide. Lunch and Mycenae admission depend on the option you book.
“Great opportunity to leave hustle and bustle of Athens. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and did an excellent job of providing details in both English and French. Bus was clean, comfortable, and the Wi-Fi worked great. I especially loved the seaside town of Napoli. Overall I would recommend this excursion.”
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.”
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”
Travel from Athens in a clean, air-conditioned minivan with a live English-speaking guide. See the Corinth Canal, walk through Mycenae, enjoy free time and lunch in Nafplio, and hear the famous acoustics of Epidaurus. Small-group and private options are available, with guides such as Theo, Georgia, Patty, and George featured on different departures.
“Absolutely fantastic day trip. My partner is not as excited by Ancient Greece as I am, but we both loved the tour. Theodor had something appealing for the history nerd and novice alike and the sites covered a wide range of Greek history and culture. Theodor and Vasileos were both friendly from the get-go and made us feel welcomed on the tour, and even were kind enough to find a vegetarian restaurant for using Nafplio. A real delight to spend the day with them seeing the stunning sites. Patty was also knowledgable and had great insight into some of the unique features of the museums and archaeology of the area.…”
Spend about 10 hours beyond Athens visiting Mycenae’s Lion Gate and royal tombs, Nafplio’s old town, and Epidaurus Theater. An archaeologist trip attendant, such as Dimitra, Giorgi, or Katerina, provides context mainly during the drive, while you explore the sites independently. Admission fees and lunch cost extra.
“If possible try to get Katerina as your guide. She was very informative and knew the history very well. She seems to truly enjoy her job”
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