Travel from Athens to the historic Argolis peninsula with Greeking.me. Visit the iconic Corinth Canal, ancient Mycenae, and the charming coastal town of Nafplion on this 10-hour guided day-trip.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
10 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves moderate walking on uneven ground at archaeological sites.
Wildlife
History
Argolis has been inhabited since the Neolithic era and was a powerful center during the Mycenaean civilization, often linked to Homeric epics.
Conservation
Efforts are ongoing to preserve archaeological sites like Mycenae under UNESCO regulations while managing tourism impact in coastal towns.
Greeking.me
Travel from Athens to the historic Argolis peninsula with Greeking.me. Visit the iconic Corinth Canal, ancient Mycenae, and the charming coastal town of Nafplion on this 10-hour guided day-trip.
Greeking.me is a Greece-based travel operator headquartered in Athina, Greece, offering a broad portfolio of guided tours, private experiences and shore excursions across the Greek islands and mainland.
The company arranges island sailing trips (including full-day Mykonos sailing with Delos and Rhenia stops), private jeep safaris, walking tours, archaeological visits and themed family activities like Percy Jackson–inspired quests. Several Athens experiences are led by specialists, including archaeologists on select Acropolis tours, while island offerings include wine tastings in Santorini and Nemea, traditional cooking classes in Crete and Paros, and food tours in Athens, Nafplio and Corfu.
Greeking.me provides a mix of private and small-group options with durations ranging from short 2.5–3 hour walking tours to full-day excursions. Selected itineraries include transportation and shore pickup for cruise passengers. Local guides and subject-matter experts lead many experiences, and some tours explicitly include tastings, hands-on cooking lessons and visits to major archaeological sites such as Knossos and Mycenae.
Travelers looking for curated island days, food-and-wine experiences, historical tours or family-friendly adventures will find a wide selection across Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Crete (Heraklion, Chania), Corfu, Naxos, Paros and Nafplio. Scheduling options, private transfers and tailored itineraries are available on many departures.
Headquarters
Athina, Greece
Based on mainland Greece
Tours Offered
59 tours
Across islands and mainland
Tour Types
Private & Group
Options for families and couples
Local Experts
Guides & specialists
Includes archaeologists on select tours
Check availability for popular dates, secure private transfers, and reserve island sailing, culinary classes or archaeological tours today.
Bring sturdy walking shoes
Uneven terrain at the Mycenae ruins requires comfortable footwear with good grip.
Carry a hat and sunscreen
The Argolis peninsula offers little shade during midday; protect yourself from sun exposure.
Keep your camera ready
The Corinth Canal and Nafplion’s seafront provide exceptional photo opportunities that you won’t want to miss.
Stay hydrated
Bring a water bottle to stay refreshed during outdoor walking segments in warm weather.
Comfortable walking shoes
For stable footing on rocky ruins and town cobblestones.
Sun hat
Protects from sun during long outdoor periods.
spring|summer|fall
Light jacket or layers
For changing temperatures, especially mornings and evenings.
fall|winter|spring
Camera or smartphone
To capture iconic landscapes and historic sites.