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In The Footsteps Of Alexander The Great - Macedonian Kingdom - 8 Hrs
This is the only place where a visitor can experience unique finds you can see nowhere else in the world. The Vergina gold treasures and royal tombs are the most important archaeological discovery of the 20th century in Greece and a UNESCO site. The classical pebble mosaics of Pella are the only ones from the 4th century BC found in such a good condition in the ruined villas. Visit the two Macedonian kingdom capitals at your own pace, learn about this great ancient kingdom of Philip and Alexander and enjoy a traditional taverna lunch in between.
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- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 15 travelers
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Itinerary
Select a stop or tap a pin on the map to see details. 3 itinerary stops
Road route is approximate — path follows driving directions between stops.
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Archaeological Site at Pella
The first half of the day is a private guided visit to the birthplace of Alexander the Great, ancient Pella archaeological site and its new excellent museum. Pella was the second ancient capital of the Macedonian kingdom, known as the birthplace of Alexander the Great. We will see the unique ancient mosaic pebble floors in the rich mansions and in the archaeological museum together with many other valuable finds of the area.
45 minAdmission not included - 2
Archaeological Museum of Pella
All the important finds of the Pella area, including pottery, jewelry, mosaics, coins, are to be seen in this excellent new museum
60 minAdmission not included - 3
Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina)
We then continue to the first ancient capital of the Macedonian kingdom, Aigai, nowadays called Vergina. We'll see the tomb of king Philip II (father of Alexander the Great) and the tomb of the Prince and the exhibition housing their gold and silver royal treasures. The most important archaeological discovery of Greece in the 20th century. Go underground to admire the treasures of gold, silver and ivory hidden in Great Tumulus.
90 minAdmission not included
What's included
- Private certified guide for the whole full-day tour
What's not included
- Lunch: No meals or drinks are included. Bottled water is provided en route
- In-vehicle air conditioning: The price of private tour transportation depends on the number of persons & the type & size of vehicle needed each time
- Admission fees: Archaeological Museum of Pella
- Admission fees: Archaeological Site at Pella
- Admission fees: Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina)
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tour options
Flexible times and meeting
taxi, limo, minivan, mini bus: Transportation price is extra and varies depending on the type of vehicle and number of persons to travel
In the footsteps of Alexander the Great - Macedonian kingdom - Pella & Vergina
taxi, limo, minivan, mini bus: Transportation price is extra and varies depending on the type of vehicle and number of persons to travel
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