According to Greek mythology, Perseus founded Mycenae. He used Cyclopes to build the citadel walls so that no human could move them. The earliest mention of the city appears in Homer’s works. Join us for a tour of this fascinating center of Greek civilization and former military stronghold. Notable curiosities include the Lion Gate access way and the circular burial areas. The ruins are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as they played a vital role in the development of Classical Greece from the 15th to 12th centuries BC. The Mycenaean culture is the source of ancient epics and legends such as the labors of Hercules, the Trojan War, and Agamemnon’s tragic life and death. We’ll then continue on to Nafplio, founded by the son of Poseidon as recounted in Greek mythology. Have fun discovering this charming, romantic city dominated by the Palamidi Fortress high on the hill. We’ll also see the Bourtzi Castle, built by an Italian engineer in 1473, just off the coast of the city.
PLEASE NOTE
- The order of the visits can change.
- Times are approximate.
According to Greek mythology, Perseus founded Mycenae. He used Cyclopes to build the citadel walls so that no human could move them. The earliest mention of the city appears in Homer’s works. Join us for a tour of this fascinating center of Greek civilization and former military stronghold. Notable curiosities include the Lion Gate access way and the circular burial areas. The ruins are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as they played a vital role in the development of Classical Greece from the 15th to 12th centuries BC. The Mycenaean culture is the source of ancient epics and legends such as the labors of Hercules, the Trojan War, and Agamemnon’s tragic life and death. We’ll then continue on to Nafplio, founded by the son of Poseidon as recounted in Greek mythology. Have fun discovering this charming, romantic city dominated by the Palamidi Fortress high on the hill. We’ll also see the Bourtzi Castle, built by an Italian engineer in 1473, just off the coast of the city.
PLEASE NOTE
- The order of the visits can change.
- Times are approximate.
Cruises
This shore excursion is available for one or several cruises
From Dubrovnik to Athens The Bay of Kotor, the Meteora, and the Corinth Canal (port-to-port cruise)
DUBROVNIK - KOTOR - IGOUMENITSA - PATRAS - ITEA - CORINTH - ATHENS
Set sail from Croatia for Montenegro and the singular Bay of Kotor. The adventure continues in Greece at the imposing Meteora monasteries perched high on the summit of massive columns. Explore fascinating antique ruins in Delphi and Olympia, the location of the first Olympics. Top this all off with a passage through the Corinth Canal to reach Athens, where the Acropolis awaits.
Mediterranean Wonders from Malta to Ancient Greece (port-to-port cruise)
VALLETTA - KATAKOLON - GYTHIO - NAFPLIO - ATHENS
Discover the soul of the Mediterranean on a cruise from Valletta to Athens. Begin by exploring the timeworn streets of Valletta before traveling to Olympia, where ancient ruins bring you back to another era. Mystras will reveal its medieval mysteries before a stop in Nafplio to experience its seaside beauty and authentic charm. After, explore vestiges in Mycenae, overflowing with legendary myths. Lastly, the majestic Parthenon and the views from the Acropolis in Athens await you.