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Corinth Canal & Ancient Corinth

Ancient, Christian and Modern in a single trip

Information

All Day Trip (8 hours)

Description

The Corinth Canal, one of the most important constructions of modern Greece, has played a catalytic role in the development and expansion of trade through the Mediterranean Sea. It connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf to the Aegean and separates the Peloponnese from Greek mainland. The Canal was inaugurated in 1893, although several rulers of antiquity dreamed of digging a cutting through the isthmus  and is 6.4 km long and only 21.4 meters wide. Ancient Corinth, due to its key position, was one of the largest and most important cities in the ancient world. It was inhabited since the Neolithic years (6,500-3,250 BC) and for Christians it is known from the letters of Apostle Paul. Akrokorinthos was the acropolis of ancient Corinth and is the oldest, largest and most impressive remaining castle in the Peloponnese.

 

Top attractions

  • Corinth Canal
  • Archaeological Museum of Ancient Corinth
  • Temple of Apollo
  • Agora
  • Roman Conservatory
  • Sanctuary of Asclepius
  • Bema (rostra) of St. Paul
  • Castle of Acrocorinth

 

Includes

  • Road tolls & taxes
  • Transfer in new, luxury non-smoking A/C Mercedes mini van
  • Free Wi-Fi on the mini van

 

Whats Not Included

  • Entrance tickets for museums/archaeological sites.
  • Drinks & Meals
  • Professional tour guide (available upon request)
All our vehicles are brand new, with low mileage, fully air-conditioned, equipped with GPS, Wi-Fi hot spot, children seat and are driven by professional, experienced, English speaking drivers. Also all of our vehicles are licensed by the Greek National Tourism Organization.