EPIDAURUS & MYCENAE

• 08:00–10:00 | From modern Athens to the Peloponnese

Departure from Athens by coach. As the city gives way to open roads, the landscape shifts to hills, farmland, and olive groves. The drive sets the pace for the day — moving steadily from present-day Greece into its ancient past.

• 10:00–11:45 | Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus

At the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, guests will see one of the best-preserved ancient theaters in Greece. The site features a large semicircular arrangement of limestone seating rising up the hillside, a clearly defined orchestra at its center, and uninterrupted views of the surrounding pine-covered hills. Visitors will observe the theater’s precise symmetry, steep seating rows, and architectural design that allows sound to travel evenly throughout the structure.

• 11:45–13:15 | Through the Argolid countryside

Departure toward Mycenae. While traveling through the Argolid region, guests will see wide plains with vineyards, citrus groves, olive trees, and low mountain ranges in the distance. The route passes through a rural landscape with small villages, traditional houses, and agricultural fields, reflecting the long-standing farming character of the area.

• 13:15–14:30 | Lunch break near Mycenae

Free time to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. A relaxed pause before returning to history, allowing time to rest and take in the quieter rhythm of the region.

• 14:30–16:15 | Mycenae

At the archaeological site of Mycenae, guests will see the fortified hilltop citadel, massive Cyclopean stone walls, and the iconic Lion Gate at the main entrance. Inside the site, visible remains will include palace foundations, stone pathways, and royal burial structures. From the upper areas, visitors will have views across the Argolid plain, highlighting the strategic position of the ancient settlement.

• 16:15–18:15 | Return to Athens

Departure from Mycenae and return to Athens. The afternoon light softens the landscape as the journey comes to a close. Guests arrive back in the city with lasting images of ancient theaters, monumental stonework, and legendary kings.