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The 15 Best Mycenae & Nafplio Day Trips from Athens

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Cross into the Peloponnese for the Lion Gate at Mycenae, the acoustics of the theatre at Epidaurus, and an afternoon in harbour-side Nafplio. Below are the best Argolid day trips from Athens: what each itinerary covers, how long you get at every stop, and which to book for the fullest day.

From Athens: Small-Group Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Trip

From Athens: Small-Group Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Trip - Corinth Canal stop: the quick break that sets the mood

1.From Athens: Small-Group Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,805 reviews · 10 hours · from $34Our pick

Small-group 10-hour Peloponnese day trip from Athens to Mycenae, Nafplio, and Epidaurus with an archaeologist guide.

“Our day trip to the Peloponnese was wonderful, and provided insights into over 2000 years of history on the peninsula. Our guide, Apostilos, explained the events that surrounded the rise and fall of the Mycenaean civilization as we approached the hill of Mycenae, provided background on the Classic and Hellenistic eras before we reached Epidaurus, and gave us a driving tour of Nafplio that highlighted the Venetian influences of this beautiful modern town. Great locations, beautiful weather, and a knowledgeable guide made for a great day - thank you!”

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4-Day Classical Greece Tour: Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora

4-Day Classical Greece Tour: Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora - Hotels, breakfasts, and dinners: the part you’ll notice most

4.4-Day Classical Greece Tour: Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 732 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $766

Four days of Classical Greece: Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora, with hotels, most meals, and guided UNESCO stops from Athens.

“The tour was great! Seeing every important place that is needed to see from ancient Greece perspective. Absolutely amazing were the tour guide and driver! They made the trip better”

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Athens: Ancient Corinth & Nafplio Full Day Trip with Swim

Athens: Ancient Corinth & Nafplio Full Day Trip with Swim - Ancient Corinth: the Temple of Apollo plus museum time

Mycenae and Nafplion Day Trip from Athens with Official guide

Mycenae and Nafplion Day Trip from Athens with Official guide - The Corinth Canal: Quick Stop, Big Impressions

Argolis: Full-Day Tour in Mycenae & Nafplio

Argolis: Full-Day Tour in Mycenae & Nafplio - Entering Mycenae: Lion’s Gate and the Agamemnon Connection

7.Argolis: Full-Day Tour in Mycenae & Nafplio

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 350 reviews · 10 hours · from $41

A full-day guided van trip from Athens to Corinth Canal, Mycenae, and Nafplio, with expert storytelling and real city time.

“the stories the gude told us gave is the historical, mythological, HOmor significance and how events and poems were connected. Enlightening. Guide kept us safe by warning of slippery surfaces and on time by clearly pointingout meetig places and tiem to gather. The pottery stop was wonderful and really gave an insight into ancient techniques vs painting on portery.”

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3-Day Classical Greece Tour: Epidaurus, Mycenae, Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi

3-Day Classical Greece Tour: Epidaurus, Mycenae, Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi - Epidaurus: The Ancient Theatre + a Small Museum Stop

8.3-Day Classical Greece Tour: Epidaurus, Mycenae, Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 342 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $520

3 days of Greece’s top archaeology: Epidaurus, Olympia (UNESCO), and Delphi, with guided coach rides, tickets, and 2 nights’ hotels.

“A good overview of the major archaeological sites. Plenty of time to visit both museums and sites. The administration of the tour was a bit chaotic at the beginning but once we got going it was fine. The hotels were rather dated but mostly adequate”

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Athens: Corinth Canal, Mycenae & Nafplio Premium Guided Tour

Athens: Corinth Canal, Mycenae & Nafplio Premium Guided Tour - Getting From Athens: Bus Comfort and Why It Changes the Day

9.Corinth Canal, Mycenae & Nafplio Premium Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 322 reviews · 10 hours · from $32Best value

Athens day trip to Corinth Canal, Ancient Mycenae and Nafplio, with guided Mycenae site tours and free time in a classic seaside town.

“The highlight for me was to see Ancient Corinth & the areas Paul walked. I appreciated Sophia pointing out the many sights along the way with the history. Our driver (Christoph) delivered us safely to our destinations & navigated the Athens city traffic expertly coming back. I choose not to join the meal in Nafpoli based on reading the reviews on here. I had a delicious cup of coffee & took a snack; using the time to walk this quaint seaside town. There are plenty of options to eat there.”

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Mycenae, Epidaurus, Nafplio Full Day Private Tour from Athens

Mycenae, Epidaurus, Nafplio Full Day Private Tour from Athens - Mycenae: Lion Gate, Cyclopean walls, and the myth at full volume

10.Mycenae, Epidaurus, Nafplio Full Day Private Tour from Athens

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 270 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $229Top rated

Private day trip from Athens to Corinth Canal, Mycenae, Epidaurus, and Nafplio with Wi‑Fi, lunch, and a friendly driver.

“We had a wonderful day with our driver/guide, George. He was super knowledgeable about Greek history, including lots of fun facts, as well as being kind and easy to be around. We highly recommend this tour.”

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Athens: Corinth Canal, Mycenae and Nafplio Day Tour

Athens: Corinth Canal, Mycenae and Nafplio Day Tour - Entering Mycenae through the Lion Gate

11.Corinth Canal, Mycenae and Nafplio Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 252 reviews · 10 hours · from $129

A full-day Peloponnese escape from Athens to Corinth Canal, Mycenae, and Nafplio, with guided ruins, skip-the-line entry, and waterfront time.

“Really enjoyed the trip, was able to pack loads into one day trip and see things we never would have otherwise. Our guide was great and very interesting too.”

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Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Full-Day V.R audio guided Tour

Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Full-Day V.R audio guided Tour - Athens to Corinth Canal: the quick 30-minute engineering wow

From Athens: Mycenae, Nafplion and Epidaurus Day Trip

From Athens: Mycenae, Nafplion and Epidaurus Day Trip - Mycenae and the Lion Gate: the fastest route to feeling awe

13.From Athens: Mycenae, Nafplion and Epidaurus Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 246 reviews · 10 hours · from $33

Day trip from Athens to Mycenae, Nafplion and Epidaurus with an archaeologist guide, scenic breaks and Epidaurus theater acoustics.

“We really enjoyed our trip. We had a great guide. Getting out of Athens took a very long time but wasn't the fault of our excellent driver. It seemed a bit rushed especially in Nafplion where we had lunch and also at Epidaurus .”

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From Athens: Mycenae, Nafplio and Epidaurus Small Group Tour

From Athens: Mycenae, Nafplio and Epidaurus Small Group Tour - Corinth Canal Photo Stop: Quick Views, Better Timing Than You Think

14.From Athens: Mycenae, Nafplio and Epidaurus Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 232 reviews · 9 hours · from $106

From Athens, tour Mycenae, Nafplio and Epidaurus with expert guides, Corinth Canal photos, and an ancient theater still in use.

“Our guide George was excellent. Spoke flawless contemporary idiomatic English which he used for his rich narration of the countryside we drove through and of the sites we visited. Logistics were fine. Traffic on the way back is not a problem any tour group can solve.”

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

Ancient Corinth, Epidaurus, Nafplio full day private tour from Athens - Ancient Corinth and the Corinth Museum: where Paul’s footsteps make the stones talk

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

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

Private day trip from Athens to Corinth, Epidaurus, and Nafplio with flexible pickup, Wi‑Fi, and a traditional Greek lunch.

“Not really a tour - more of a cab ride. Driver was friendly and accommodating. Entrance Fees required along the way - a very long day. Lunch provided but parameters were unclear.”

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