Top Activities on the Ground in Corinth

Eat and sightsee your way around old Nafplio on this 3-hour food walking tour, led by a local guide. Stroll the charming streets past neoclassical mansions and Venetian balconies, and call at several food stops to sample enticing culinary treats. Snack on pungent cheeses and sausages; sip delicious wine, and savor aromatic Greek coffee and fruity ice cream as you learn the traditions behind them. Along the way, view top Nafplio landmarks such as Syntagma Square and Mpourtzi fortress, and listen as your guide shares their history and secrets.

Mix Greek wine, mythology, and history on a tour to Nemea from Nafplio. Travel to picturesque Nemea, the Peloponnese’s major wine-growing region, with a local guide. Learn how the mythical Hercules killed a lion here as one of his 12 tasks, and explore ancient Nemea; the site of the Nemean Games between the 6th and 2nd centuries BC. See the ruins of the Stadium of Nemea and continue to two wineries. Discover the winemaking process and taste some top-notch Nemean wines such as Agiorgitiko reds and whites.

Explore Corinth by chauffeured car with this convenient tour though the region’s ancient monuments. Visit the Canal of Corinth, the Acrocorinth castle, Ancient Diolkos, and other significant sites in a comfortable, modern, climate-controlled vehicle equipped with WiFi and digital TV. Avoid the stress and hassle of renting a car and let a professional, licensed, non-smoking driver shuttle you from site to site with sufficient time to explore at each stop.

The one-time capital of Greece, Nafplio is a charming port town in the Peloponnese. On this tour, even less experienced paddlers can get active out in the calm waters of the Argolic Gulf. Enjoy views of the town’s three fortresses—Akronafplia, Palamidi, and Bourtzi—and take a break from paddling at scenic snorkeling and swimming spots.

Explore the ancient wonders of Mycenae and Epidaurus on a 6-hour tour with a local guide. Departing from Nafplio, wind through the picturesque scenery of the Argolis region to Mycenae, home to the UNESCO-protected hilltop ruins of a city dating from the 2nd millennium BC. After seeing highlights including the Lion’s Gate and vaulted tombs, journey to Epidaurus, a sacred ancient Greek center of healing. Here, admire the incredible theater, built in the 4th century BC as part of the healing center of Asklepios, before your return to Nafplio.

Private taxi transfer/airport shuttle and take the worry out of your return to the airport. No searching for public transport connections or unknown routes, your driver will be waiting for you and will take you to the airport. Price per vehicle for up to 4 passengers. Transferring visitors to Athens International airport is a large part of 3T Transfers Travel Tours business ensuring a comfortable journey on your return to the airport. Our drivers are experienced, English speaking and will make your trip relaxing. Arriving at the airport in an air-conditioned vehicle starts your journey home in the best possible way, rested, cool and relaxed. Catch up with family and friends letting them know that you are on the way with our free WiFi connection. Spend as much time in your hotel, on the beach or relaxing instead of taking public transport to the airport travel in style with 3T Transfers Travel Tours!

The Ancient Sunken City Tour is a combination of our Medieval Castles Nafplio Tour and our Wilderness Tour, combining the famous Ancient Sunken City, the Small Ancient Theater of Epidavros, with breathtaking and wild scenery, pine trees hanging above the turquoise coloured waters of Argolida’s coastline and wonderful secluded beaches for our stops. Our first site is the Small Ancient Theatre of Epidavros, built in the 4th century B.C. Our second site is none other than the Ancient Sunken City built, also known as Argolida’s Lost Atlantis. In some places the ancient breakwater is still preserved. Only two meters in depth, this makes it a terrific location for underwater site-seeing, snorkelling, underwater pictures. For people who have chosen the extended version (6h), we paddle to a pristine, isolated beach to have our homemade lunch. After some snorkelling, sunbathing, or why not a siesta, we can finally admire the journey back, with all senses having been satisfied and fulfilled.

Get to know the best of Nafplio on a 2-hour walking tour of the city led by a local guide. As you stroll between the sights, hear fun facts and history about the city, including how it served as the first capital of Greece. Stop for photos of the prettiest landmarks such as the Old Mosque, Vouleftikon and harbor island fortress of Mpourtzi. Meander along picturesque lanes and stepped streets; pass handsome neoclassical mansions and flower-filled balconies; and discover examples of the city’s Frankish, Venetian and Ottoman periods.

Our Remote Islands Tour is the ideal tour if you want to escape the crowded and touristic beach of Tolo. Starting from the picturesque port, we aim to encircle 3 remote islands. The main remote island, called Romvi, also known as Aphroditi’s island in mythology, is considered an archeological site, with rare birds and plants which beautify the area, and last but not least a Medieval Fort built right at its peak. The waters around those islands are crystal clear and take its beautiful colours from its white sand sea bed. The narrow passage between the mainland and the island looks like a passage from a pirate novel, which happens to be actually true, as the island has been used as a lair of pirates in the past, full of folklore stories which we are eager to share with you as we paddle. The beach at the bay of the island is our main lunch stop at which you will be able to explore the island, snorkel, play games, sunbathe, or simply admire the view while listening to our stories.

Starting your trip from Nafplion, your first stop is the archaeological site of Mycenae. You will travel to the mythical Kingdom of Agamemnon, where one of the most brilliant cultures of Greek prehistory, the Mycenaean civilization, developed. You will then head to the Lions Gate, the monumental entrance of the palaces. Next, you will see the Cyclopean walls around the Acropolis, and the tholos tombs of Atreus and Clytemnestra’s. The next stop is the Corinth Canal, which connects the Corinthian bay with the Saronic Gulf and Ancient Corinth, with the famous temple of Apollo and the steps of Apostle Paul. You will continue the tour of ancient Epidaurus, where you will explore the ancient theatre of one of the most famous archaeological monuments in Greece. You will also visit the Asclepieion of Epidaurus, which was the centre of healing serious diseases for the whole of ancient Greece. Many monuments developed around it, most notably the temple of Asklepios, Tholos and others.

Step back in time on a tour showcasing the ancient Greek sights of Mycenae, Epidaurus, and Nafplio. Because it’s a private tour, you’ll have plenty of time to explore highlights like the Venetian fortress of Palamidi and the ancient theater of Epidaurus. Included lunch, round-trip transportation from your Nafplio hotel or the cruise port, and a choice of departure times add extra value.

Our day begins by meeting with you and traveling towards the area of Nemea, where we begin our tour at the ancient stadium of Nemea, built in the 4th century BC, next to the temple of Zeus. Next, we will visit two award-winning wineries in the area, where we will learn about the vintage process, the wine-making stages and see the way wine is produced. We will share with you all the secrets of wine, through tasting some of the various local varieties. Our tour ends with a return trip to our pick up destination.

Enjoy a wonderful walking tour in Nafplion, one of the most romantic cities of Greece. Meet your tour leader at your hotel inside the city limits or at the Land Gate, ready for your adventure in the Venetian city. Pass by the point where Ioannis Kapodistrias, the first ruler of Greece, was assassinated and end up in the Syntagma Square, where Venetian and neoclassical buildings dominate your surroundings. Explore the old town's picturesque alleyways, where you will see historical buildings such as the First Parliament of the Greek State and the Archaeological Museum. You will then walk uphill to the Acropolis of Nafplion and marvel at the unique panoramic views of the bay. Continuing the tour, you will experience the food culture of Nafplion by visiting a local restaurant to taste local produce such as Tsipouro and wines from Nemea. These tastes will complement the history of Nafplion and complete a perfect tour.

Discover the wine & food culture of Nemea. Savor a unique lunch in the winery with typical dishes of the region, enjoy the breath-taking landscapes and delight yourself with the best wines in 3 renowned wineries. In each winery you will be introduced to its history, visit the production facilities and barrel rooms and taste at least 4 premium wines which will be selected according to your personal taste. For lunch, you will be served a delicious traditional lunch served in one of the wineries. If you want a wonderful day in Nemea, this tour is for you. Our team will take care of everything. You just have to sit back and enjoy the day.

Learn about olives and olive oil, both central to Greece’s traditional and healthy diet, on this action-packed tour from Nafplio. Journey into an olive-growing region and stop at a village famous for olive oil production. Stroll through the olive groves and visit a modern mill to see how the fruits are pressed into rich, pure olive oil. Lastly, sample some exquisite oils with traditional olive-based treats and snacks including olive paté, bread, and feta cheese. The optimal time for this tour is during the olive-harvesting season between October and January.

Swap the city for a relaxing horseback ride on this 2-hour experience from Nafplio. Whether you’re a first-timer, have a few rides behind you, or a seasoned rider, leave Nafplio behind and head for a riding school located just outside the city. If you’re a beginner, enjoy a ride and learn the basics in an enclosed field with guidance from instructors. Alternatively, if you’re an experienced rider, choose a horse from those available, and take an enjoyable hack through the local countryside and traditional villages. All riding equipment is supplied.

Visit four of the Peloponnese’s historical highlights on this private, full-day tour from Nafplio. Travel deep into the Peloponnese, one of the crucibles of ancient Greek history and mythology, in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Explore UNESCO-listed Mycenae, a hilltop city from the 2nd millennium BC. See the Lion’s Gate and other highlights, and then view the Corinth Canal and Ancient Corinth, a crumbled Greco-Roman city. Lastly, take in the ruins of Epidaurus, an ancient healing center notable for the UNESCO-listed Sanctuary of Asklepios and a spectacular classical theatre.

One unique tour from the sunken city to the ancient theater to the food tour through the time the history and civilization : Four and half hours incredibly beautiful and amazing tour

This whistlestop adventure from Corinth is perfect for independent travelers who’d like the luxury of private transport between attractions. Take the stress out of navigating public transport by having private taxi pickup, drop-off, and transfers included. You’ll travel with ease between dispersed sights, with air-conditioning and Wi-Fi. Attractions you’ll visit include the Ancient Epidaurus Theater, the Archaeological Museum of Epidaurus, and the Canal of Corinth.

Explore the ancient seaside city of Nafplio with a fun and affordable hop-on, hop-off bus pass. Choose your departure time—buses run from 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.—and travel at your convenience while enjoying a narrated, multilingual audio tour. Check out the Acronauplia, a section of the city from pre-classical times, the Venetian-built fortress of Palamidi, and other landmarks at your own pace.

Begin this amazing food experience with a tour in the picturesque alleys of Nafplio with its neoclassical mansions and Venetian balconies. The first stop is at a traditional grocery store where we taste local varieties of cheese and sausage and we learn their little manufacturing secrets by its owner. Continue to the Syntagma Square, the heart of the city, where we will have the opportunity to taste traditional Greek coffee and we learn more about this historic square and the surrounding buildings. Next stop is the neighborhood of 'Yialos' where we taste local varieties of wines as well as ouzo and tsipoulo listening from the owner of a traditional cellar-wine shop all the secrets about the art of wine. Our culinary excursion ends in an ice cream shop where we taste Greek ice cream tastes. Having our ice cream at hand we walk to the old port of Nafplio in order to admire the Venetian fortress of Bourtzi and to learn more about its historic existence over the centuries.

With the help of our certified olive oil sommelier, you will discover the wide spectrum of aromas and flavours that olive oil has to offer! As part of this activity, you will first walk through a traditional olive grove, touch the trees to understand the variety characteristics, apply olive picking tools as an example of harvesting, witness agricultural practices and understand how nature works to give us a high quality extra virgin olive oil! After the walk, you will enjoy an olive oil tasting session where you will taste different olive oil samples, sniff for the fruitiness and the aromas, taste the peppery and bitter notes and learn how to evaluate olive oil quality on your own. You will become an olive sommelier for a day, discussing the food pairings of olive oil and the many uses in the kitchen while you will learn about the health benefits of olive oil and the Mediterranean diet.

Explore the mountain terrain of Argolis and enjoy panoramic views over Greece’s rugged coastline on this hiking tour in Nafplio. Choose from a range of hiking trails of varying difficulty. Hike through olive groves, fruit orchards and dense vegetation, and gain insight into the region’s native flora and fauna. Follow ancient pathways past historic monuments and pass traditional villages where life ticks by at a relaxing pace. Hike coastal paths over the headland and descend to sandy beaches where the waves roll gently in.

Nafplio is widely considered among the Peloponnese region’s must-see destinations, but organizing transportation to explore takes time and effort. On this in-depth city tour, spin around Nafplio with ease by sightseeing coach—with round-trip travel from central Nafplio included. Reach top attractions including Acronafplía and the 18th-century fortress of Palamidi in comfort, and gain insight into their history and heritage via your audio-guide—available in eight languages.