Half Day Ancient Corinth Akrocorinthos Canal Private Tour 4Hours
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amazed by the modern engineering masterpiece of the Corinth Canal (Isthmus Canal).
Discover and explore the ancient passage from the Corinthian to the Saronic gulf and the subducting bridge. Here you can enjoy a coffee or a snack at a wonderful cafe while you admire the views and wait for boats to pass through the canal.
Explore the large citadel of Acrocorinth. Through its imposing entrance gates, you will enter the castle and you will discover its hidden gems. You will also experience the spectacular panoramic views which will amaze you.
Time for a break! We enjoy a delicious authentic Greek lunch at an authentic Greek in ancient Corinth or a seafood lunch on the water at the Baths of Helen of Troy area.
Explore the incredible archaeological site of ancient Corinth with the fabulous museum, courtyard, temple of Apollo, fountain of Glauke, Sacred Spring, Peirene, Asklepieion, Odeion, Bema, Agora and much more.
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Half Day Ancient Corinth and Isthmus Canal Private Tour 4Hours
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What's included in Half Day Ancient Corinth Akrocorinthos Canal Private Tour 4Hours
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
AthensPass-by Only
The Rich and Powerful Ancient Corinth With abundant water, important natural resources for export, an imposing acropolis (Acrocorinth), large fertile land, and its unique strategic position, the city soon became one of the greatest commercial centers of the Greek world. Visiting Corinth and the Acrocorinth is a must-do for history buffs and fans of ancient Greek mythology. These two important historic sites are some of the most important in the Peloponnese and can easily be seen together in one day these cities, Corinth retains a number of impressive ancient Greek ruins that are worth visiting today. For hundreds of years, Corinth was a major Greek city until the Romans destroyed the city in 146 BC but they built a new city in its place Ancient Corinth was one of the largest and most important cities of Greece, with a population of 90,000 in 400 BC. The Romans demolished Corinth in 146 BC, built a new city in its place in 44 BC, and later made it the provincial capital of Greece
Corinth Canal
Corinth Canal The Corinth Canal is a waterway that crosses the narrow isthmus of Corinth to link the Gulf of Corinth to the Saronic Gulf. As such, the canal separates the Greek mainland from the Peloponnese, turning it into an island The canal, though executed in the late 19th century, has been a 2000-year-old dream. Before its construction, ships in the Aegean Sea that wanted to cross to the Adriatic or anchor in Corinth, a rich shipping city, had to circle the Peloponnese, which would prolong their journey an extra 185 nautical miles. It is believed that Periander, the tyrant of Corinth (602 BC), was the first to conceive of the idea of digging the Corinth Canal. As the project was too complicated given the limited technical capabilities of the times, Periander constructed the diolkos, a stone road which allowed ships to be transferred on wheeled platforms.
The Diolkos
The Diolkos was a paved trackway near Corinth in Ancient Greece which enabled boats to be moved overland across the Isthmus of Corinth. The shortcut allowed ancient vessels to avoid the long and dangerous circumnavigation of the Peloponnese peninsula. The phrase "as fast as a Corinthian", penned by the comic playwright Aristophanes, indicates that the trackway was common knowledge and had acquired a reputation for swiftness. The main function of the Diolkos was the transfer of goods, although in times of war it also became a preferred means of speeding up naval campaigns. The 6 km (3.7 mi) to 8.5 km (5.3 mi) long roadway was a rudimentary form of railway, and operated from c. 600 BC until the middle of the 1st century AD. The Diolkos combined the two principles of the railway and the overland transport of ships, on a scale that remained unique in antiquity.
Inclusions
- Pick-up and drop-off service: Athens Hotel, Airbnb residence or Port
- Groups of 1-3 people are transported in luxurious sedan vehicles.
- Car Seats: Book in advance if you require infant or child seats.
- Transportation via modern, first-class private vehicle
- All vehicles with WiFi, A/C, Bottled Water
- Groups of 4-7 people are transported in comfortable mini vans.
- Private Tour you can customize the program according to your needs
- English-speaking tour driver well-versed in Greek history.
- Entrance fees for all the attractions
- Licensed tour guide (upon request and depending on availability & Extra cost
- Kindly note that gratuities and tips are not included in the price and are left to your discretion.
- Meal in Ancient Corinth - Lunch stops are scheduled, but meal costs are not included.
- Optional airport pick-up, available at an additional cost.
- Licensed guide to accompany you into archaeological sites
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 2 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Traveler pick up is offered. This is a private Tour, only your group will participate. You to the pick up time is adjustable upon your request. Your Personal Driver will pick you up and return you to the same place or to the point you prefer. In case of a hotel, he will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby. In Case of an Apartment, he will be waiting at the entrance of the Building. For AirPort pick up, he will be waiting for you at the arrival Hall, just as you disembark, holding a sighn with your name on it to spot him upon arrival. We will monitor your flight and our driver will be there on time. For Port pick ups he will be waiting for you at the gate, just as you disembark holding a sigh with your name on it spot him upon arrival.
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