Spectacular Peloponnese Exploration and Nature

Day 3
Epidaurus, Mycenae, Nafplion
Set off from Athens and drive to the Corinth Canal and see this
incredible feat of engineering. The canal that divides mainland
Greece from the Peloponnese peninsula.
Sightseeing Mycenae and Epidaurus
Walk under the famous Lion gate up to the Mycenaean
acropolis and the Palace. Mycenae is very impressive as it is
possible to feel the city as you retrace the steps of the ancients.
See the tomb of Agamemnon and the ruins of the Cyclopean
walls that protected this mighty city.
The site of Epidaurus, which is listed as a world heritage site
by Unesco, is vast. With ruins of temples and hospital
buildings devoted to the healing gods; it is considered to be
the birthplace of Asklepios. The sites monuments, particularly
the temple of Asklepios, the Tholos and the Theatre are
considered some of the purest masterpieces of Greek
architecture and date from the 4th century BC. For most
travelers Epidaurus is known for the magnificent theater that
still stands there – and is still used for plays and other
performances. Take the time to walk the grounds leading up to
the theater and there we shall check the famous acoustics. The
theater is considered a marvel of engineering as the acoustics
are unrivaled even by today’s standards.
Nafplio
Your journey today will end in Nafplion. The city itself is a pleasure
to walk around with great views to the waterfront and some lovely
neoclassical buildings which manage to maintain the grand feel of
this city. Nafplion is one of the most beautiful and historical towns
of Greece.
Overnight at Nafplion.
Breakfast
Driving hours approx: Athens to
Nafplion 2 hours