Vergina tour from Corfu
Overview
A 13 hours trip from Corfu starts at 07.30 to Vergina, a modern village, and following the discovery the site was identified as Aigai, the ancient capital of the Macedonian kings, together with its cemetery.
Vergina is one of those finds which archaeologists dream about - a well preserved discovery, proven association with a famous historical person, and real treasure!
A tumulus measuring about 110m wide by 13m high turned out to cover some tombs. Not just any old tombs, either. One of them was identified as that of Philip II of Macedon, the father of Alexander the Great. Another is thought to belong to Alexander IV, the son of Alexander the Great.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Bottled water
- Driver
- Transport by private vehicle
✗ Not Included
- Lunch
- Professional guide
Itinerary
1
Stop 1
Pick up service from accommodation and embarkation to the ferry from Corfu to Igoumenitsa
2
Stop 2
The ancient capital Aigai of the Macedonian kings and the necropolis. Descending into the underground area of the tombs begins his tour with a reconstruction of the Great Mound, the monument that originally marked the site of the Royal Tombs and which no longer exists. Next are grave stelai and finds from tombs of ordinary Macedonian citizens, who after their death became neighbors of the king, and whose presence provides a yardstick of comparison.
3
Stop 3
On the way to Vergina, passing nearby Ioannina and Pamvotis lake
4
Stop 4
Embarkation on the ferry to Corfu
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Good to Know
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
- Dress code is smart casual
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
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Special Instructions
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time