Alexander the Great Experience: Private Tour Vergina and Pella

Name: Alexander the Great Experience: Private Tour Vergina and Pella
Brand: Viator
Price: 234.93 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (15 reviews)

5.0(15)7 hoursEnglishBook 8 hours aheadThessaloniki, Greece

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$235

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During this private 7-hour tour of the Pella and Vergina archaeological sites, take a deep into the culture of the ancient Kingdom of Macedonia. Explore Pella, Alexander the Great’s birthplace, and Vergina, the ancient capital city that now houses a museum with relics including as King Philip II royal tomb.

Included

Bottled water
English speaking driver with local knowledge
Basic travel insurance
Round-trip transportation with fully A/C vehicle

Not included

Lunch
Official Licensed Guide
Entrance Fees

What you'll do

Vergina (or Aige in ancient Greek) is located only 82 km away from Thessaloniki, in central Macedonia
Vergina is Unesco World Heritage Site, where among the other antiquites you will have the chance to see the nicely preserved tomb of King Philip II (father of Alexander the Great) and the tomb of Alexander IV (son of Alexander the Great).
1 hourAdmission not included
The new museum at Vergina showcases remarkable discoveries, including the golden larnax and other royal treasures
Exhibits focus on the era of Philip II and Alexander the Great, offering a deep dive into Macedonian history. With special exhibitions and ongoing research, visitors can explore new findings and gain fresh insights with every visit.
40 minAdmission not included
Visit the birthplace of Alexander the Great and explore the archaeological site and museum
Discover impressive artifacts from the ancient city, including stunning mosaic floors. Highlights include scenes like the Abduction of Helen, the Amazonomachy, and the famous Deer Hunt.
1 hourAdmission not included

Meeting and pickup

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Pickup details

We pick-up guests from all hotels and Airbnbs in Thessaloniki. If hotel is inaccessible by car due to restrictions, pickup will be held from a nearby location withing short walking distance. Cruise ship travelers: Meeting point is the exit of the cruise port terminal. Your driver will hold a name board with travelers name on.

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Davitel The Tobacco Hotel
Agiou Dimitriou 25, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Hotel Orestias Kastorias
14 Agnostou Stratioti, Thessaloniki, Greece
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COLORS Urban Hotel
13 Tsimiski Street, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Blue Bottle Boutique Hotel
Episkopou Amvrosiou 16, Sigrou Corner, Thessaloniki, Greece
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The Mood Luxury Rooms
Katouni 31, Plateia Emporiou, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Imperial Plus Urban Smart Hotel Thessaloniki
Egnatia 8, Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Hotel Nea Metropolis
22 Sigrou, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Hotel Esperia
58 Olimpou Str., Thessaloniki, Greece
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Egnatia Hotel
16 Adigonidon, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Zaliki Boutique Hotel
6 Zaliki Grigoriou, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Elisabeth Boutique Hotel
Katholikon 2, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Bahar boutique hotel
Edessis 10 & Katouni, Ano Ladadika, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Egnatia Palace Hotel & Spa
Egnatias 61, Center, Thessaloniki, Greece
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City Hotel Thessaloniki
11 Komninon Street, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Le Palace Art Hotel
12 Tsimiski Ioanni, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Mediterranean Palace Hotel
Salaminos 3, Karatassou, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Anatolia Hotel Thessaloniki
13 Miki Theodoraki av., Anatolia Hotel Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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The Excelsior Hotel Thessaloniki
10 Komninon St, 23 Mitropoleos Av., Thessaloniki, Greece
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El Greco Hotel Thessaloniki
Egnatias 23, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Pella Hotel
63 Dragoumi Ionos, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Plaza Hotel
Paggaiou 5 Ladadika, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Domotel Olympia
65 Olympou St, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Telioni Hotel
Agiou Dimitriou 16, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Hotel Luxembourg
Komninon 6, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Holiday Inn Thessaloniki By IHG
Monastiriou 8, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Hotel Ilios
27 Pros Egnatias, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Vanoro Hotel
6 Dodekanisou Str., Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Hipsters
Papadopoulou 2, At The Crossroads Of Ionos Dragoumi And Papadopoulou, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Modern Revival Luxury Hotel
Egnatias 41, Syngrou 17, Thessaloniki, Greece
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No 15 Ermou Hotel
Ermou 15, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Tourist Hotel
21 Mitropoleos Street, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Stella Family Hotel
Gr. Solomou 8, Sindos, Greece
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The Mavili Urban Stay
1 Kosti Palama, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Noa Hotel
Navarchou Kountouriotou 7, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Boho Rooms
Vakchou 17, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Ano Ladadika
Leontos Sofou 8, Thessaloniki, Greece
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The Maroon Bottle Hotel
Filippou 9, Thessaloniki, Greece
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MonAsty, Thessaloniki, Autograph Collection
45 Vassileos Irakleiou Street, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Minerva Premier Hotel
Egnatias 44, Corner with Sigrou 12, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Amalia Hotel
33 Ermou, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Hotel Ilisia
24 Egnatia, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Imperial Palace Classical Hotel Thessaloniki
13 Adigonidon, Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Electra Palace Thessaloniki
9 Aristotelous Square, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Mandrino Hotel
Egnatia 29, Antigonidon 2, Thessaloniki, Greece
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The Oscar Olympic Hotel
Egnatias 25, Thessaloniki, Greece
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On Residence, Small Luxury Hotels Of The World
Leoforos Nikis 5, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Andromeda Thessaloniki
5 Komninon, Aristotelous Square, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Zenith Premium Suites
12 Mitropoleos, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Europa Hotel
24 Egnatia, Thessaloniki, Greece
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End point

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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

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