Ancient Corinth & Wine Tasting in Nemea Private Tour
Tour Duration: 8 Hours Tour Destination: Corinth, Nemea Group Size: Up to 7 People Price: 500€ per Group
Visit the ancient city-state of immense wealth, then journey to Nemea to uncover the story of Hercules’ first trial, the famous Nemean Panhellenic Games, and the region’s historic St. George wine.
General Tour Information
Pick Up & Drop Off Locations:
- Piraeus Cruise Ship Terminal
- Zea & Alimos Marinas
- Hotel in Athens
- Athens Airport
Places & Sites To Visit:
- Isthmus Canal
- Ancient Corinth
- Acrocorinth
- Nemea's anc. Stadium & Museum
- Local Winery in Nemea
What's Included
- Brand New Mercedes or Peugeot Minivan
- English speaking Tour Driver*
- Guiding Servises
*Our small team of tour drivers are experts in Greek history and mythology. We speak fluent English and provide the insights you need for a deeper understanding of the archaeological sites you visit. We drive new, luxurious, smoke-free Peugeot and Mercedes minivans, fully air-conditioned and with tinted windows, ensuring an upscale, private experience. We're happy to discuss our culture and any topics of interest, offering a flexible and personalized experience. Please note, however, that our tour drivers are not licensed guides and cannot accompany you inside the archaeological sites.
What's Not Included:
- Archaeological Site & Museum of Corinth: 8€ per Person
- Nemea Museum & Stadium: 6€ per Person
- Wine Tasting incl. local delicacies: 15€ per Person
- Airport Transfer: 100€ per Group
- Lunch or Snacks
Important Information
- Prices are per group, with no hidden costs
- All prices are prearranged—no surprises
- We can safely store and transport your luggage during the tour
- Our tours are Private Only
- Tours are conducted in English
- We are disability- and family-friendly
- Tours can be customized to meet your needs
- We do not offer shared tours
Detailed Private Tour Itinerary
The Full Day Tour of Ancient Corinth begins with a scenic drive along the coast from the port of Piraeus, heading west through the industrial areas of Aspropyrgos and Eleusina. Along the way, you’ll pass oil derricks and shipyards, watching cruise ships and tankers arrive from distant ports.
As you leave Eleusina, the island of Salamis comes into view, offering a glimpse of the bay where the Athenians secured victory over the Persian Empire in the historic naval Battle of Salamis in 480 B.C. The drive continues along the Argo-Saronic Gulf, passing small towns and villages for about 30 minutes, until the Peloponnesian Peninsula comes into sight.
The first stop is the Corinth Canal, where you’ll have approximately 15 minutes to admire this engineering marvel that separates the Peloponnesus from mainland Greece. From there, the tour proceeds across the Isthmus, with a 15-minute drive to the ancient city of Corinth and Acrocorinth, its hilltop fortress.
Before entering the archaeological site, a short drive around the area provides elevated views of the Temple of Apollo, the ancient Agora, the Bema (where Apostle Paul preached), the Imperial Temple, and the Fountain of Glauke. Visitors then have 60 minutes to explore the ruins at their own pace.
On the way out of Corinth, the tour makes a brief stop at the Orthodox Church of the Assumption of Mary. Here, you can view an obelisk displaying the Letters to the Corinthians in four languages, as well as a colorful Byzantine mosaic depicting Apostle Paul’s mission in Corinth.
Next, a 20-minute drive brings you to Nemea, the site of Hercules’ first labor. The first stop is the ancient stadium of Nemea, where the Nemean Games were held. You’ll also visit the Archaeological Museum of Nemea and the nearby Temple of Zeus, along with the bathing area used by ancient athletes. A visit to both the museum and the stadium takes about 40 minutes.
The tour then follows the wine roads of Nemea to a local winery. Here, a wine expert will introduce you to the estate, leading a short tour of the vineyards and facilities. You’ll be offered a selection of St. George wines for tasting, paired with light appetizers.
The tour concludes with a scenic drive back to Athens, with an option to enjoy lunch in Corinth before heading back.
