Private Tour of Alexander the Great's Macedonia: Pella & Vergina

$1,131
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12 hours
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Discover the Macedonian Kingdom of Alexander the Great and Philip II in a full day trip from Athens. Explore the Archaeological site of Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great and the historical capital of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedonia, as well as Vergina, home to the Royal Tombs of Aigai where Alexander's father Philip II is buried. Optionally have a licensed tour guide.

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Inclusions

Private transportation
Hotel pickup and drop-off
6 Hours Vergina and Pella private tour with A/C vehicle
Services of English-speaking driver
Air tickets Athens - Thessaloniki - Athens by Aegean Airlines
All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions

Entry tickets to the Museum of Vergina (12€ summer season; 6€ winter season)
Entry tickets to the Museum and archaeological site of Pella (8€ summer season; 4€ winter season)
Lunch, personal expenses & gratuities
Optional Licensed Tour Guide

Tour Plan

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Day 1 On the northeastern edge of the archaeological site is where Pella's museum is situated.

After touring the region, you will get here where you may appreciate many of the archaeological discoveries and relate them to the local monuments in order to comprehend many aspects of daily life in the Macedonian capital.

Day 2 After leaving Pella, you will visit the beautiful village of Vergina. Vergina was known as Aigai in the past and served as the first capital of the Kingdom of Macedon.

In Vergina, in 1977, the archaeologist Manolis Andronikos oversaw excavations and discovered four burial sites, three of which, in the majority of experts' opinions, belonged to Alexander the Great's father Philip II, one of his wives, and Alexander IV of Macedon. The Museum, the Palace, the city, the Acropolis, and the surrounding territory make up the larger Vergina archaeological site. The Royal Tombs in the historic necropolis of Aigai are the most significant sight.
In the same area as the graves, which have been submerged in mud for so long, is a museum exhibiting the discoveries. The gold larnaca (funeral box) decorated with the star of the Macedonian Dynasty and holding King Philip II's bones and the remains of his golden wreath is the museum's most significant display.

Meeting / Pickup

Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats available
  • Passport required

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • We will give you all the relative information about your flight details in advance or at your hotel.
  • Please wait for us outside of your hotel or message us via viator for further details regarding your pickup.

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