Private Tour to Corinth Canal and Ancient Corinth from Athens

Private Day Trip to Corinth Canal with Wine Tasting

Overview

Escape the city on a Private Day Trip to Corinth Canal with Wine Tasting, with an easy, flexible itinerary and pickup from your Athens accommodation. With your local, English speaking driver, you can follow the suggested route or customize stops and timing to match your interests.

🗺️ What to Expect

Your day begins with a comfortable drive from Athens to the famous Corinth Canal, a striking engineering landmark and a perfect first photo stop. From there, continue into the rich history of Ancient Corinth, where you can explore iconic ruins and viewpoints at a relaxed pace.

Next, head up to Acrocorinth, a dramatic fortress on a monolithic rock that overlooks the region. If you choose the optional stop in Nemea, you can round out the day with a winery visit and tasting, then finish with seaside time and lunch in Lechaio before returning to Athens.

✨ Highlights

• 📸 Admire the breathtaking Corinth Canal, linking the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf
• 🏛️ Visit the well preserved Temple of Apollo in Ancient Corinth, built around 540 B.C.
• 🏰 Explore Acrocorinth, the “Upper Corinth” fortress with panoramic views
• 🚗 Enjoy a relaxed ride with pickup directly from your Athens accommodation
• 🧭 Customize the route and time at each stop with your local driver
• 🍷 Optional Nemea wine tasting at one of the region’s famous wineries
• 🌊 End the day with lunch by the sea in Lechaio

📍 Itinerary

Pickup from your accommodation in Athens, start at your preferred time.

• Corinth Canal, photo stop and time to enjoy the views
• Ancient Corinth, Temple of Apollo, Doric peripteral temple constructed around 540 B.C.
• Acrocorinth, fortress and acropolis overlooking Ancient Corinth
• (Optional) Nemea, winery visit and wine tasting, plus a visit to the Temple of Zeus
• Lechaio, lunch by the sea
• Return to Athens

✅ What’s Included

• Private day trip from Athens (7 hours)
• Pickup from your accommodation in Athens
• Friendly, informative English speaking local driver
• Customizable itinerary and flexible time at stops

❌ Exclusions

• (Optional) Nemea wine tasting fees, not included
• Wine tasting pricing, 19€ per person for 4 wines, 28€ per person for 6 premium
• Lunch in Lechaio

ℹ️ Important Information

• Duration: 7 hours
• Difficulty: Easy
• Pickup: Your driver will pick you up directly from your accommodation in Athens
• Start time: You choose the starting time and provide the pickup point name
• Customization: There is a suggested itinerary, but you can edit the route and time at each stop with your driver
• Local expertise: Drivers are locals and can share local tips and historical facts about the attractions visited
• Optional stop note: The Nemea winery visit and tasting is optional, and tasting fees are paid separately

🚀 Secure Your Corinth Escape Today

Book your Private Day Trip to Corinth Canal with Wine Tasting for a smooth, flexible day beyond Athens, featuring the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, and the option to add a memorable Nemea wine tasting experience.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

1) How long is the tour?
The tour lasts 7 hours. It is designed as an easy, relaxed day trip from Athens with flexible timing at each stop.

2) Where does pickup take place?
Your driver will pick you up directly from your accommodation in Athens. You choose the starting time and provide the pickup point name.

3) Can I customize the itinerary?
Yes, Welcome Day Trips are customizable and you can select the points of the visit and the time you want to allocate at each stop. There is always a suggested itinerary, but you are free to edit the route according to your preferences.

4) Is the wine tasting included in the price?
No, the optional winery stop in Nemea has separate tasting fees. On the Private Day Trip to Corinth Canal with Wine Tasting, the pricing is 19€ per person for 4 wines, or 28€ per person for 6 premium.

5) What are the main stops on the tour?
You will visit the Corinth Canal, the Temple of Apollo in Ancient Corinth, and Acrocorinth. The Private Day Trip to Corinth Canal with Wine Tasting can also include an optional Nemea winery visit and a stop for lunch by the sea in Lechaio.