Vergina and Veria Full-Day Tour from Thessaloniki
Enjoy a full day trip (10 hours) back in history to two important archaeological sites of northern Greece. Set out on a guided magical journey through time visiting Vergina, the ancient first capital of the Kingdom of Macedonia and Veria, a town well-known for its religious history as St.Paul preached there on his 2nd missionary journey.
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Stop At: Veroia, Veroia, Imathia Region, Central Macedonia
Following early morning pick-up from Thessaloniki, enjoy your trip by luxurious air-conditioned bus to Veria, a town well-known for its religious history as St.Paul preached there on his 2nd missionary journey. During your free time explore the interesting Byzantine and post-Byzantine churches, stroll around the old quarters among which, the Jewish one and of course taste the local sweet called revani.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina), Imathia, Vergina 590 31 Greece
Afterwards we will head towards Vergina, the first capital of Ancient Macedonia. Together with our professional guide we enter the New Museum of Aigai, a gate to the History of the Royal metropolis of the Macedon, which was recently inaugurated. There you will be informed about the history, the culture and the daily life of Macedons . More specifically, its exhibitions focusing on the architecture, sculpture and grave goods house impressive and unique findings like ancient weapons, pottery and precious jewelry.
After the visit to the Nea Museum of Aegae, we will continue our excursion to the Royal Tombs of Vergina. Before entering them, we will have free time for lunch at Vergina Village.
Seize the opportunity to get under the tumulus that covers impressive funerary monuments like the royal tomb of Philip II, father of Alexander the Great and houses extraordinary golden treasures dated back to 4th B.C, a breathtaking scenery which will stay in your memories forever.
Duration: 4 hours
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Start Time:
08:30 AM
Duration: 10 Hours
Start location: Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos, Egnatia 78, Thessaloniki 546 24, Greece
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.