1 day
Full Day
About this activity
Depart at 8:30am in the morning for the village of Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great, and visit the archaeological site and the museum. 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.
Departure to Vergina, the ancient capital of the Macedonian Kingdom, where nowadays is one of the most beautiful museums of Greece. Visit the museum, which contains the royal tomb of King Phillip the 2nd, Alexander the Great’s father, along with golden and other artifacts of an incredible beauty and value.
Free time for lunch (optional) and return to Thessaloniki at approximately 6:30pm.
Included
  • Transport by luxury bus
  • Professional English speaking guide
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • All taxes
Not included
  • Entrance fees (20 Euro per person *half price during winter season)
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers
Features
Tourism
80% Cultural
70% Nightlife
30%