Corinth & Swimming with Helen of Troy Private Tour from Athens
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Athens, Greece
8 hours (approx.)
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Overview
This tour is a great opportunity to combine the magnificent landscape of the Saronic Gulf and one of the major archaeological sites of Greece, Ancient Corinth, and swim at “The baths of the beautiful Helen”.
What's Included
- Hotel/ AirBnb/ Port pick up & drop-off
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history. [Not licensed to accompany you in any site.]
- Ancient Corinth, Acrocorinth, Isthmia
- Licensed Tour guide upon request depending on availability [Additional cost – 380€]
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
Corinth Canal
This tour will give you an excellent taste of the history of Ancient Corinth and gives you the opportunity to swim where Helen of Troy did!
On the way you will view of some Greek seaside villages and the island of Salamis (where the historical naval battle took place between the Athenians and the Persians).
Our first stop the Corinth Canal. It was a task since the antiquity and finally opened in 1892 separating the Peloponnese peninsula from the rest of Greece and connecting the Saronic Gulf to the Corinthian Sea. You will have time to walk across on a pedestrian bridge to admire the canal closer, (if you’re game,) on some days bungee jumping is an option.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)
Ancient Corinth, located at the foot of the hill includes the Roman Agora of Corinth, the temple of God Apollo and a small museum.
Apart from its archaeological and historical interest Ancient Corinth (one of the strongest and wealthiest cities of Ancient Greece) is also one of the most popular religious destinations in Greece as this was where the Apostle Paul preached Christianity, was judged by the tribunal in the Agora and established the best organized Christian church of that period.
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Temple of Apollo
We will visit the Temple of Apollo which is located in the in the Ancient city of Corinth. The temple of Apollo at Corinth is one of the earliest Doric temples in the Peloponnese and the Greek mainland. Built around 560 B.C.E., of local monolithic limestone on top of an imposing, rocky hill to the north of Acrocorinth, the Archaic temple was an emblem for the Greek city of Corinth, reflecting its growth and prosperity.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Acrocorinth
Ancient Corinth is dominated by the hill of Acrocorinth, the oldest and largest castle in southern Greece. We will stop here for some incredible photos.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Archaeological Site of Isthmia
The Sanctuary of Poseidon at Isthmia, including a temple, a stadium and a theatre was an important cult and athletic centre where the Panhellenic Games, called "the Isthmia", took place every two years in honour of Melicertes - Palaemon or Poseidon. Worth visiting its museum excibits athletic equipment, weapons and great panels of glass mosaic found in Kechries port.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kechries
The ancient port of Kechries was the heaven of ancient Corinth and a very important commercial and military port of ancient Greece. In this area, pioneering port facilities and warehouses were used, as well as shops and public buildings. Many of the findings of the area are stored in Isthmia museum.
From this port Apostle Paul disembarked to Ephessus back in 52AD.
The site in actualy in the sea and you can see the arms of the harbour, sanctuaries, basilicas and other buildings.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Loutra Elenis
You may have heard that Cleopatra was a fan of milk baths, but what was the secret of Helen of Troy, also known as Helen of Sparta? The answer is believed to be the thermal baths she was having in this little village. This traditional belief resulted in the name of the village “Loutra Oraias Elenis” which is Greek for “The baths of the beautiful Helen”.
The settlement of Loutra Oraias Elenis offers a long pebble beach which is organized and equipped with taverns and café bars that attract a great amount of visitors.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Our company complies with all the health instructions of the World Health Organization about COVID-19.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- The drivers are not licensed to accompany you inside any site or museum. If you require a licensed guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. If you have any questions you can contact us on the phone number provided by City Boat Tours .
- The duration of the tours is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Corinth & Swimming with Helen of Troy Private Tour from Athens?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-63145P68
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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What is the cancellation policy for the Corinth & Swimming with Helen of Troy Private Tour from Athens?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Hotel/ AirBnb/ Port pick up & drop-off.
- Bottled water.
- Private transportation.
- Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history. [Not licensed to accompany you in any site.].
The following is NOT included:
- Ancient Corinth, Acrocorinth, Isthmia.
- Licensed Tour guide upon request depending on availability [Additional cost – 380€].
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
The minimum age to participate is 1..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Corinth & Swimming with Helen of Troy Private Tour from Athens is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Our company complies with all the health instructions of the World Health Organization about COVID-19.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Corinth & Swimming with Helen of Troy Private Tour from Athens will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Hotel/ AirBnb/ Port pick up & drop-off
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history. [Not licensed to accompany you in any site.]
- Ancient Corinth, Acrocorinth, Isthmia
- Licensed Tour guide upon request depending on availability [Additional cost – 380€]
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Our company complies with all the health instructions of the World Health Organization about COVID-19.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- The drivers are not licensed to accompany you inside any site or museum. If you require a licensed guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. If you have any questions you can contact us on the phone number provided by Viator.
- The duration of the tours is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
