The 10 Best Day Trips from in Nafplio, Peloponnese

September 10, 2021 Joeann Galban

Nafplio (Greek: Ναύπλιο) is a seaport town in the Peloponnese in Greece that has expanded up the hillsides near the north end of the Argolic Gulf. The town was an important seaport held under a succession of royal houses in the Middle Ages as part of the lordship of Argos and Nauplia, held initially by the de la Roche following the Fourth Crusade before coming under the Republic of Venice and, lastly, the Ottoman Empire. The town was the capital of the First Hellenic Republic and of the Kingdom of Greece, from the start of the Greek Revolution in 1821 until 1834. Nafplio is now the capital of the regional unit of Argolis.
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1. Mycenae/Epidaurus/Nafplio Private Trip from Athens/Nafplio Including GREAT Lunch

Eudaimonia Private Tours
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Immerse yourself in a truly private and intimate adventure through Ancient Greece. This tour weaves through multiple key landmarks from Corinth Canal 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 desserts included with your tour leader. This 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. Departing from Athens, Piraeus, or Nafplio expect extras such as Greek coffee or Ouzo; time permitting. * Comprehensive full-day tour * Private for 1-8 people, all within your group * Flexible itinerary * Driver/tour leader known to be friendly and knowledgeable * Features multiple UNESCO-listed sites: Lions Gate and Cital in Mycenae and classical theater in Epidaurus * See the ruins of Ancient Greece up close

Inclusions: Hotel/port pickup from Athens or Nafplio or cruise ship., Private tour for 1 to 8 people in a private party., Private non-smoking driver/tour leader & non-smoking vehicle., Flexible itinerary & pickup time if starting from a cruise ship., Transport by brand new air-conditioned 2019-2020 vehicles., In-car information booklet with details on sites to be visited., A HIGHTLIGHT OF THE TOUR; traditional Greek lunch&drinks in a nontouristy taverna favored by locals., Onboard bottled water, and information booklet with all details of the tour, Optional: Vegetarian lunch can be arranged in most cases. Please let us know in advance., This tour is part of and can ideally be combined with our 5-Day Peloponnese tour.

Exclusions: No shopping or 'pottery' stops unless specifically requested by yourselves., Pickup and drop-off in areas outside Athens (subject to additional costs)., Entrance fees: €12 at Mycenae, €8 at Palamidi fortress, and €12 at Epidaurus, Excess luggage is not permitted, unless preagreed., Optional professional guide at sites , Gratuities

Reviewed By Cx5morgan

I had a terrific trip touring Mystras, Sparta, Delphi, Meteora, and Thermopylae with my guide Nikos! Nikos put together a custom itinerary with places in Greece that I had not yet visited. The highlight of my trip was visiting the clifftop monasteries at Meteora. We had marvelous weather for picture taking, and Nikos, knew where the best spots were. Hiking up several of the monasteries was also a unique experiences, and Nikos knew the best ones suitable for me. An AWESOME trip!!

2. One Day Peloponnese

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This tour will take us to the major sites of the Peloponnese, both ancient and modern, from the Homeric city of Mycenae, to Epidauros, Palamidi Castle in Nafplio and the Corinth Canal. The kingdom of Mycenae was one of the first great centres of the Greek culture; settlement on this site dates back to the second millennium BC. According to Homer, Mycenae was the seat of Agamemnon, who led the Greeks against the Trojans to take back Helen, the wife of his brother Menelaus.You will see the Lion Gate, which formed the entrance to the royal court and palace. We will also travel to Epidaurus and see the world-renowned Epidaurus theatre. Built in the 4th century BC, it is famous for its acoustics, which are so perfect that words spoken on stage can be heard perfectly wherever you are in the audience. Stepping forward in history, we will see the Palamidi Castle in Nafplio, built by the Venetians and famous for supposedly having 999 steps.

Inclusions: Transportation from and to your central hotel in Athens or Piraeus, Transportation from and to the cruise terminal of Piraeus port and ATHENS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, Private tour (your party only), Air condition, Wi-Fi in vehicle, fuel surcharge and tolls, Professional English-speaking driver. Gives information & tips but does not come in the sites, Everything that involves the vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Professional guide at sites (if wanted, with an extra charge, you can hire in the site), Admission fees

Reviewed By aac23rd

Our Airbnb host suggested we could use Cat Taxis to transfer from the airport to the apartment. Terry was very helpful when I phoned to book and, on our arrival and transfer, gave so much information, hints and tips to help us make the most of our stay in Athens. We would not have received so much advice and information had we just booked a standard transfer with a holiday company. We were so impressed and grateful that we decided to use them again for our transfer back at the end of our holiday.

3. Argolis, Trip to Culture (Nafplio, Epidaurus, Mycenae)

Enjoy Tours Greece
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We’ll get on the car and first drive to the famous Corinth Canal. I will give you information about its history and take a lot of photos. Second stop will be the ancient Theater of Epidaurus. This construction is known to be the most perfect sample of an ancient theater in Greece and one of the most amazing ones in the world, from a symmetry and perfect acoustics point of view. we will do an acoustic experiment and explain the connection of theater to medical science in the ancient years. Next stop will be the picturesque and seaside city of Nafplio, the first capital of modern Greece. We will explore together the old city and discover its hidden beauties, talking at the same time about its history. We will see the historic buildings, the squares and Palamidi, the castle above the city. Finally we will visit the archaeological site of Mycenae where we will admire the tombs of the Kings, the great Walls and the museum.

Inclusions: Transportation, English Speaking Escort, Refreshments, Hotel Pick Up, Visit Ancient Theater of Epidaurus, Free time in Nafplio, Visit Mycenae site, Visit Corinth Canal

Exclusions: Admission Fees to the archaeological sites, Certificated Guide, Lunch, Personal Expenses

Reviewed By FrequentFlier101377

Everything was perfect! Many thanks to Dimitris and his wife Irene who guided us all day. She was really sweet and her comments were really helpful. My family and I will definitevely recommend it. Thanks again!

4. Private Castle Tour from Athens

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Looking for something a little more personalized? Greece's expansive history is reflected in its countless archaeological and cultural sites, which can be found all over the country. Some are incredibly famous, but many others await. With its abundant history, Greece houses relics and remains from all eras, including 18 UNESCO World Heritage Sites! More than a collection of age-old monuments and pristine islands, Greece has an extraordinary variety of landscapes. Whether it be the fairy tale landscape of Meteora, the stunning sea view of Sounio, the rugged terrain of the Peloponnese. Do something unique, take some time to travel back hundreds of years in history and discover some of the extraordinary sights and tastes of Peloponnese like a local, with a local. We see the Corinth canal, Acrocorinth castle, Palamidi castle and Nafplio the first capital of modern Greece.

Inclusions: Transportation from and to your central hotel in Athens or Piraeus, Transportation from and to the cruise terminal of Piraeus port and ATHENS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, Admission fees, Private tour (your party only), Air condition, Wi-Fi in vehicle, fuel surcharge and tolls, Professional English-speaking driver. Gives information & tips but does not come in the sites, Everything that involves the vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Professional guide at sites (if wanted, with an extra charge, you can hire in the site)

Reviewed By aac23rd

Our Airbnb host suggested we could use Cat Taxis to transfer from the airport to the apartment. Terry was very helpful when I phoned to book and, on our arrival and transfer, gave so much information, hints and tips to help us make the most of our stay in Athens. We would not have received so much advice and information had we just booked a standard transfer with a holiday company. We were so impressed and grateful that we decided to use them again for our transfer back at the end of our holiday.

5. Private Day Trip to Canal,Ancient Corinth,Myceane and Nauplion

Athens Limo Tours
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Our 25 years experience and the combination of stunning natural scenery and the legacy of a fascinating and diverse cultural heritage of Pelloponese makes this day trip from Athens an irresistible option. You will discover the fascinating historical, cultural and geographic landscape of the regions.

Inclusions: WiFi on board, Mineral Cold Water, Fuel and tolls, English Speaking Driver(not allow to escort you into the sites/museums), Mercedes Air-Conditioned Vehicle, We can accommodate 8people also(Bookable by contacting us on the phone number provided by Viator)

Exclusions: Licensed Tour Guide (Bookable upon request by contacting us on the phone number provided by Viator), Gratuity(optional), Lunch, Entrance Fees

Reviewed By MatinaTs15

We used Athens Limo Tours services for my daughters birthday celebrations. Both the communication, the car and the service were amazing. My daughters and her friends had an exquisite time. We will definitely be using again this service and I would recommend it to anyone 100%!!!

6. Private Day Tour to Canal,Ancient Corinth,Myceane,Nauplion from Athens/Pireaus

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Our 25 years experience and the combination of stunning natural scenery and the legacy of a fascinating and diverse cultural heritage of Pelloponese makes this day trip from Athens an irresistible option. You will discover the fascinating historical, cultural and geographic landscape of the regions.

Inclusions: WiFi on board, Mineral Cold Water, Fuel and tolls, Mercedes Air-Conditioned Vehicle, Adjusting/customizing itinerary to skip the long lines, English Speaking Driver(not allow to escort you into the sites/museums), We can accommodate 8people also(Bookable by contacting us on the phone number provided by Viator)

Exclusions: Licensed Tour Guide (Bookable upon request by contacting us on the phone number provided by Viator), Gratuity(optional), Lunch, Entrance Fees

Reviewed By trippintheworld

I am very late with my review as my trip was in September 2019, but it was so amazing I didn't want to miss sharing it with all of you. We were on a cruise and Athens was a port of call. We hired Dennis for 7 plus hours and together we designed a fantastic itinerary. He showed me where to go to purchase tickets ahead of time and all things were a go from the moment we got off the ship. We saw everything! Dennis was helpful, polite, flexible and we were so lucky to get him to show us around the great sights of Athens. Athens is a HUGE city. If you are not in town long please take my advice and hire Tours of Athens for a PRIVATE air conditioned tour. We had plenty of time in each place and it was very very hot so having a vehicle just waiting for us was a no brainer. We had 6 people total and I believe we each around 80 euros for the entire day. Well worth it. Time is money! Thank you Dennis and I am so sorry for the late review.

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

My Athens Transfers
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Venture south of Athens to discover highlights of the Peloponnese. Cross the Corinth Canal to leave mainland Greece and explore the Ancient Corinth, Epidaurus and Nafplion. Starting in Ancient Corinth, antiquity’s most powerful commercial crossroads, then on to Epidaurus, with its theater and healing center that were milestones in the evolution of western civilization and ending up at Nafplio, the country’s most picturesque town, we take a route that is one of the most important historically speaking, in a country steeped in history. - Full-day tour of Peloponnese highlights from Athens - Travel the Isthmus of Corinth with its picturesque yet imposing natural beauty - Check out the perfect acoustics at Epidaurus's 4th-century amphitheater - Explore the harbor village of Nafplion

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities, Official tour guide (optional)

Reviewed By Theajulian

Jorge was an incredible driver, he explained everything and was very kind. He took us to eat at an amazing restaurant by the sea, he had a lot of patience with each stop and made sure to replace the time we were in traffic. I highly recommend the tour, even more if you go with Jorge

8. Argolis, Trip to Culture (Nafplio, Epidaurus, Mycenae) from Athens

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We’ll get on the car and first drive to the famous Corinth Canal. I will give you information about its history and take a lot of photos. Second stop will be the ancient Theater of Epidaurus. This construction is known to be the most perfect sample of an ancient theater in Greece and one of the most amazing ones in the world, from a symmetry and perfect acoustics point of view. we will do an acoustic experiment and explain the connection of theater to medical science in the ancient years. Next stop will be the picturesque and seaside city of Nafplio, the first capital of modern Greece. We will explore together the old city and discover its hidden beauties, talking at the same time about its history. We will see the historic buildings, the squares and Palamidi, the castle above the city. Then there is the possibility of lunch in the old town. Finally we will visit the archaeological site of Mycenae where we will admire the tombs of the Kings, the great Walls and the museum.

Inclusions: Visit Corinth Canal, Visit Mycenae site, Visit Ancient Theater of Epidaurus, English Speaking Escort, Refreshments, Free time in Nafplio, Hotel Pick Up, Transportation

Exclusions: Admission Fees to the archaeological sites, Certificated Guide, Lunch, Personal Expenses

Reviewed By FrequentFlier101377

Everything was perfect! Many thanks to Dimitris and his wife Irene who guided us all day. She was really sweet and her comments were really helpful. My family and I will definitevely recommend it. Thanks again!

9. Corinth,Canal,Mycenae,Epidaurus,Nafplion.Taxi Multiple Destination Transfer

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One of the Best choice tour in Greece. Corinth unique canal.Ancient Corinth museun.Mycenae.The world famus theater of Epidaurus.Nafplion,the beautiful traditional city. Travel comfortably between dispersed sites in a private vehicle. Enjoy the convenience of hotel,airport or cruise ship pickup and drop-off. Explore with locals drivers,English speech. Guarantee pick up and drop off at the agreement places. Because this is Private tour: If you like Licensed Professional Guide and Escort inside the archaeological areas & museums Let us know soon as possible to book one of the best. WARNING:This is extra cost.Contact us for details.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation, Bottled water

Exclusions: Licensed Professional Guide, Escort inside the archaeological areas & museums, Gratuities, Food and drink

Reviewed By arisae700606

Mr Loukas is an excellent professional, always available and keen to help. He is also a really nice person. My family and I have been using his services for routes in Athens whenever needed and are always extremely satisfied. I recommend him without hesitation.

10. The Top Peloponnese Greece Luxury Private Tour

Four Seasons Greece Tours
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Immerse into the archaeological Greek Heritage, famous ancient sites and UNESCO Monuments in this unique, private, full day tour. Your knowledgeable professional driver picks you up with one of our luxury cars and you travel to your first stop at Corinth Canal, an awe-inspiring engineering miracle. Then, you follow the paths walked by Apostle Paul and admire the ancient marvels of Greek civilization at Ancient Corinth, you trail the imposing ruins of the citadel of Mycenae, drive through olive and orange groves, visit Nafplion, a beautiful Venetian Medieval town and have lunch by the sea overseeing the Burtzi castle. Finally, walk at the most impressive and fully functional ancient theatre of Epidaurus located within the archaeological site of the Sanctuary of Asklepios. A truly memorable day in Greece!

Inclusions: Free Residence/Hotel pick up and return, Professional English speaking experienced Tour driver, Private and Exclusive Luxury Transfer, Free chilled mineral water for every passenger, Live commentary by your professional driver, Brand new luxury vehicles with WiFi and A/C

Exclusions: Meals and drinks (Unless Lunch Option), All entrance fees to the sites, Gratuities

Reviewed By 936christosm

We visited caves,lakes,rivers and the scenery of the mountains in Peloponnese peninsula was amazing!!! We had traditional products in every lunch and dinner. We loved Yiannis our very experienced driver who was so kind and answered every question we had on these two days.Thank you for one more time for this incredible tour.

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