Description

Thessaloniki to Vergina and Pella – Private Day Trip

Take a deep dive into the culture of the ancient Kingdom of Macedonia during this full-day small-group visit to the Pella and Vergina archaeological sites. Travel to explore Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great, and Vergina, the ancient capital city that today is home to a museum with artifacts like the royal tomb of King Philip the Second.

• Discover the ancient cities of Pella and Vergina during a full-day tour
• Learn about the ancient Kingdom of Macedonia and its famous ruler, Alexander the Great
• Discover the intricate mosaic-tile floors of Pella at the local museum
• Visit Vergina, the ancient capital of Macedonia and explore the artifacts in the museum
• Perfect excursion for ancient history lovers

Thessaloniki to Vergina and Pella – Private Day Trip | Description

INCLUDED

• Pick up and drop off service from your hotel in Thessaloniki
• Transportation by air-conditioned V.I.P. car or mini van
• Professional chauffeur (English-speaking)
• Wifi on board (free)
• Bottle of water and coffee during the route (free)
• After the trip you will receive with email edited photos and a small video of your trip.

NOT INCLUDED

• Gratuities (optional)
• Licensed Guide who speaks your language
• English Speaking Licensed Guide (optional, you can choose from the list)
• Entrance fees
• Coffee, tea, refreshments, drinks or juice at local coffée place
• Lunch or dinner cost

Additional info

• Participants under the age of 12 must have a parent or guardian.
• There are many sights worth seeing but a day trip is not enough to visit all of them, before starting the trip we will present to you all possible sights to choose what you are more interest for.
• There are many beautiful sights. You are encouraged to bring a camera along. But if you don’t… we have a camera for you!
• Weather will not affect the operation of the tours.
• However if canceled due to unfavorable weather conditions, you will be given the option of an alternative date
• Pick up from your hotel in Thessaloniki
• Departure time: 09:00 am
• Duration: 9 hours (approx.)
• Return details: Returns to original Pick up point

What To Expect

Receive a morning pickup from your hotel in Thessaloniki and travel by luxury vehicle to Pella, the birthplace of the famous ruler Alexander the Great. Explore an archaeological site in Pella and visit a local museum highlighting some of the more interesting discoveries unearthed in this historic town. The museum’s collection of intricate mosaic-tile floors that once adorned Pella’s grandest ancient mansions are worth a look. The mosaics depicting the “Amazonomachy” (Battle of the Amazons), the Abduction of Helen, and the Deer Hunt are especially noteworthy. Leave Pella and travel to Vergina. Learn about the city’s role as the one-time capital of the ancient Kingdom of Macedonia, and visit the museum highlighting artifacts from this historic civilization. You’ll see the royal tomb of King Philip the Second (father of Alexander the Great), and explore a variety of other gold relics. You’ll return to your Thessaloniki hotel at the end of the tour.

Indicative Itinerary

1. Archaeological Site and Museum of Pella
   Depart at 09:00am in the morning for the village of Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great, and visit the archaeological site and the museum.
   Arrival Time: 10:00
   The excavations have brought to light the interesting findings of the ancient city, exhibited at the local museum. You will certainly be impressed by the outstanding mosaic floors that used to decorate the city’s grand mansions – the most famous are the ones depicting the Abduction of Helen, Rapture, the Amazonomachy (the battle of Amazons), and the Deer Hunt.
   Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
2. Archaeological Site and Museum of Vergina
   Depart at 12:00 from Pella.
   Arrival Time to Vergina: 13:00
   The ancient capital of the Macedonian Kingdom, where nowadays it is one of the most beautiful museums of Greece.
   Visit the Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina), which contains the Royal Tomb of King Philip the 2nd, father of Alexander the Great, along with gold and other artifacts of incredible beauty and value.
   Visit the Palace of Aigai and
   Visit the New Polycentric Museum of Aigai.
   Duration: 3 hours
3. Lunch Time: 16:00 or 13:00 (approx.) — Optionally, we can stop for lunch before the guiding tour to Vergina or to overtake it.
   Duration: 1 hour (approx.)
4. Depart Time to Thessaloniki: 17:00 (approx.)
5. Arrival Time to Thessaloniki: 18:00 (approx.)

Thessaloniki to Vergina and Pella! Let’s travel!

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