Corinth & Olive Oil Tasting Private Tour from Athens

The half-day tour of Corinth and Olive Oil Mill is a great opportunity to combine the magnificent landscape of the Saronic Gulf and one of the major archaeological sites of Greece, Ancient Corinth and learn everything about the most famous greek product, the Olive Oil, in an olive oil tour & tasting, including a virtual reality presentation!

1. 1

   Corinth Canal

   20 min

   We will begin with a drive along the coast. On the way you will view of some Greek seaside villages and the island of Salamis (where the historical naval battle took place between the Athenians and the Persians). Our first stop the Corinth Canal. Opened in 1892 separating the Peloponnese peninsula from the rest of Greece and connecting the Saronic Gulf to the Corinthian Sea. You will have time to walk across on a pedestrian bridge to admire the canal closer, (if you’re game) on some days bungee jumping is an option.

2. 2

   Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)

   1 hour

   Ancient Corinth, located at the foot of the hill includes the Roman Agora of Corinth, the temple of God Apollo and a small museum. Apart from its archaeological and historical interest Ancient Corinth is also one of the most popular religious destinations in Greece as this was where the Apostle Paul preached Christianity, was judged by the tribunal in the Agora and established the best organized Christian church of that period.

3. 3

   Temple of Apollo

   10 min

   We will visit the Temple of Apollo which is located in the in the Ancient city of Corinth. The temple of Apollo at Corinth is one of the earliest Doric temples in the Peloponnese and the Greek mainland. Built around 560 B.C.E., of local monolithic limestone on top of an imposing, rocky hill to the north of Acrocorinth, the Archaic temple was an emblem for the Greek city of Corinth, reflecting its growth and prosperity.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   15 min

   Ancient Corinth is dominated by the hill of Acrocorinth, the oldest and largest castle in southern Greece. We will do a short photo stop at the imposing fortress.

5. 5

   Athens

   Pass by

   We will drive back to Athens.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The drivers are not licensed to accompany you inside any site or museum. If you require a licensed guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. If you have any questions you can contact us on the phone number provided by Viator.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.