Mercedes Private Tour Corinth Canal-Ancient Nemea & Wine Tasting

Discover the allure of ancient Greece through a captivating Mercedes private tour. Explore the engineering marvel of the Corinth Canal, uncover the storied ruins of Ancient Corinth, and indulge in the rich winemaking heritage of Nemea. This immersive cultural experience promises to whisk you away to a bygone era, leaving you eager to delve deeper into the region’s enchanting past. Unravel the stories that linger within these historic sites and savor the flavors that define the local terroir.

Key Points

Key Points:

• Offers a private Mercedes E-class tour combining cultural exploration and wine tasting in Greece, including visits to the Corinth Canal and Ancient Corinth ruins.
• Provides round-trip transportation from Athens with comfortable vehicle and amenities, enabling immersion in the activities.
• Highlights the Corinth Canal, a remarkable 19th-century engineering feat with towering limestone cliffs, and the Ancient Corinth ruins, a powerful economic and cultural hub.
• Includes a visit to the Nemea museum showcasing the history of ancient athletic games and a wine tasting at a local winery in the renowned Nemea wine region.
• Allows for an exclusive and personalized experience of Greece’s history, culture, and wine heritage.

Tour Overview

The tour combines cultural exploration and wine tasting, allowing visitors to discover the Corinth Canal and the ancient ruins of Nemea.

It includes visits to the Ancient Corinth ruins, stadium, and Nemea museum.

At a local cellar in Greece’s wine country, guests can enjoy a wine tasting.

The tour is private, ensuring only your group participates.

It’s an opportunity to take in the region’s history and sample its renowned wines.

Transportation and Logistics

Round-trip transport from your hotel or designated location in Athens is provided for this tour.

You’ll be whisked away in a comfortable Mercedes E class vehicle with free WiFi and bottled water on board.

The tour offers these convenient features:

1. Pickup options available; you’ll receive confirmation details at booking.

2. No need to worry about transportation – it’s all taken care of.

3. Relax and enjoy the scenery as you’re driven to the Corinth Canal and Ancient Nemea.

This seamless transportation ensures a hassle-free experience, allowing you to fully learn about the cultural and wine-tasting activities.

Corinth Canal

Traversing the Corinth Canal, a remarkable feat of 19th-century engineering, is the first highlight of this captivating tour.

Cutting through the narrow strip of land that separates the Peloponnese peninsula from mainland Greece, the 4-mile canal allows ships to pass directly between the Gulf of Corinth and the Saronic Gulf.

Visitors will marvel at the towering limestone cliffs that flank the waterway, a stunning natural landscape that has been meticulously carved and sculpted.

Towering limestone cliffs flank the waterway, a stunning natural landscape meticulously carved and sculpted.

This iconic destination offers a unique perspective on Greece’s rich history and serves as a testament to the ingenuity of its people.

Ancient Corinth

After traversing the iconic Corinth Canal, the private tour moves on to explore the ruins of Ancient Corinth. The city was once a powerful economic and cultural hub in ancient Greece.

Visitors can wander through the well-preserved ruins, including:

1. The ancient Agora, the commercial and civic center of the city.

2. The Temple of Apollo, one of the best-preserved Doric temples in Greece.

3. The Bema, an elevated platform where St. Paul is said to have preached.

The tour also includes a visit to the Corinth Archaeological Museum, which houses an impressive collection of artifacts from the site, providing a deeper understanding of Ancient Corinth’s rich history.

Nemea

From Ancient Corinth, the private tour ventures into the renowned wine region of Nemea.

The group will visit the Nemea museum, which houses artifacts and exhibits on the history of the ancient athletic games held in Nemea. Travelers can explore the ancient stadium where the Nemean Games took place, one of the four Panhellenic games of ancient Greece.

After the cultural exploration, the tour takes guests to a local winery for a tasting, showcasing the award-winning wines produced in Nemea’s unique terroir.

This stop allows visitors to fully enjoy the region’s wine heritage.

Nemea Museum

The Nemea Museum stands as a testament to the region’s rich athletic and cultural heritage.

Nestled in the heart of Greece’s wine country, the museum offers visitors a captivating glimpse into the ancient Nemean Games.

Highlights include:

1. Impressive collection of artifacts, including bronze and stone statues, votive offerings, and inscriptions from the Nemean sanctuary.

2. Interactive exhibits that bring the ancient games to life, with multimedia displays and reconstructions of the ancient stadium and gymnasium.

3. Opportunity to learn about the history, traditions, and significance of the Nemean Games, which were one of the four major Panhellenic athletic festivals of ancient Greece.

Wine Tasting

Along With the cultural exploration of the ancient Nemean Games, the Mercedes Private Tour also includes a wine tasting experience at a local cellar nestled in Greece’s renowned wine country.

Guests will have the opportunity to sample a variety of regional wines, learning about the unique terroir and winemaking traditions of the area.

The knowledgeable staff will guide participants through the tasting, providing insights into the flavors and aromas of the wines.

This experience allows visitors to delve deeper into the rich viticultural heritage of the Peloponnese peninsula, complementing the tour’s exploration of Corinth and Nemea.

Pricing and Reviews

While the Mercedes Private Tour boasts a special offer price of $195.63 per person (originally $230.15), the experience has been highly recommended by previous guests.

With a perfect 5.0 rating based on 3 reviews, this tour is a hit among history and wine enthusiasts.

Key highlights include:

1. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of the tour.

2. Convenience of pickup from your hotel or designated location in Athens.

3. Private tour ensures only your group participates, enabling a personalized experience.

The Sum Up

This Mercedes Private Tour offers a captivating blend of cultural exploration and enological delights. The journey begins at the engineering marvel of the Corinth Canal, followed by the historic ruins of Ancient Corinth. The tour culminates in the renowned wine region of Nemea, where visitors can savor award-winning vintages and discover the area’s rich wine heritage. This immersive experience is perfect for those seeking to enjoy Greece’s ancient wonders and modern wine culture.