From Thessaloniki: Private Tour to Vergina Royal Tombs
ID: GYG1171586-1795790
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Land: Griekenland
Duur:
05:00 uren
Beschrijving
Private tour from Thessaloniki to Vergina, featuring the underground Royal Tombs Museum and the archaeological site of ancient Aigai, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Travel from Thessaloniki on a private tour to Vergina, home to one of Greece’s most important archaeological discoveries and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Your visit begins at the Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai, an underground museum built around the original burial mounds of the ancient Macedonian kings. Explore the remarkably preserved royal tombs, including the tomb traditionally identified with King Philip II of Macedon, father of Alexander the Great. As you walk through the museum, your guide will explain the historical significance of the artifacts, weapons, frescoes, and gold treasures discovered on site.
Continue to the archaeological site of Aigai, the first capital of the Kingdom of Macedon. Learn about the city’s role in ancient Greek history and the royal ceremonies that once took place here, gaining a deeper understanding of Macedonian power and culture during antiquity.
This private tour allows you to explore at a comfortable pace with personalized guidance and time to ask questions, making it ideal for travelers seeking a deeper historical perspective. After your visit, relax during the return journey to Thessaloniki, concluding a culturally enriching experience focused on one of Greece’s most significant archaeological landmarks.
The itinerary is planned with cruise schedules in mind and includes a timely return to Thessaloniki Port, ensuring a smooth and worry-free shore excursion.
Hoogtepunten
- Private guided visit to the UNESCO-listed Royal Tombs of Vergina
- Explore the underground Museum of the Royal Tombs
- Visit ancient Aigai, the first capital of the Kingdom of Macedon
- Learn Macedonian history and royal traditions with a private guide
Talen
BELANGRIJKE INFORMATIE
This tour is designed as a shore excursion for cruise passengers departing from Thessaloniki Port.
Please bring your passport or a valid photo ID.
Your tour departs just outside the cruise terminal, only a few yards from the gangway.
Upon debarkation, follow the signs to the Cruise Terminal (Passenger Terminal A).
A member of our team will be waiting for you just outside the terminal. Please look for the Avalon Travel sign
INCLUDED
- Private driver-guide
- Transport from Thessaloniki to Vergina
- Entrance to the Museum of the Royal Tombs
- Guided tour of the Archaeological Site of Aigai
NIET INBEGREPEN.
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
Wanneer moet ik boeken?
Om de beschikbaarheid te garanderen, dient u zo snel mogelijk te reserveren. Vroegboekkorting is het overwegen waard, vooral als u de reis plant tijdens het hoogseizoen, zoals op feestdagen of in het weekend.
Annuleringen
Deze excursie kunt u kosteloos annuleren tot: annuleringstijd voor aanvang van de reis. Bij annulering na: annulering na: annuleringstijd of niet aanwezig zijn op de excursie wordt de volledige prijs van de activiteit alsnog in rekening gebracht. Te laat komen bij het ophalen of vertrekken wordt beschouwd als niet komen opdagen.
