From Athens: Nemea Wine Tour with Corinth Canal Stop
ID: GYG937656-1462631
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
The site of Ancient Nemea lies in an upland valley in the modern Greek province of Korinthia and in the eastern foothills of the Arkadian mountains.
Greek people make wine since 1500BC there.
Discover the celebrated wineries of Nemea on a guided tour from Athens. Stop at the Corinth Canal, visit the archaeological site and museum in Nemea, and enjoy a wine tasting at a family winery.
Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Athens. Make a short stop at the Corinth Canal, an engineering marvel that was dug out in the late 19th century. Enjoy the spectacular view and snap some pictures.
About 30 minutes later, arrive in the town of Nemea. Visit the archaeological site and museum before the wine tour begins. Visit one of the most beautiful family wineries with a long history in the ancient city of Nemea.
Wine experts will explain in detail the entire wine-making process as you stroll around the picturesque countryside. After the tour, enjoy some traditional cheeses, olive oil, olives, and other delicacies, of course, accompanied by the famous local wine.
Purchase a bottle or two to take home with you. After the end of the tour, your driver will drop you off at your hotel in Athens.
Highlights
- Take a break from the city and visit the picturesque town of Nemea
- Visit a family winery with a long history in the ancient city of Nemea
- Learn about the wine-making process from experts as you stroll around
- Enjoy a wine tasting with traditional cheeses, olive oil, and olives
- Stop at the Corinth Canal and take in the spectacular views
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
Bring a camera to capture the beautiful scenery.
Sun protection is advised.
Drinking age is 18+ for wine tasting.
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Visit to Corinth Canal
- Tour of a family winery in Nemea
- Tour Driver ( driver will be the person who will give you information about the region and the Tour ).
- Cold bottles of water .
NOT INCLUDED
- Gratuities (optional)
- Personal expenses
- Entrance fees at the archeological sites and museums.
- Wine Tasting (including the snacks cheese ,olives,olive oil, bread,salami) they have an extra cost of 15€ each person .
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
