Private Rib Day Cruise from Athens to Epidaurus and Methana
Private Rib Day Cruise from Athens to Epidaurus and Methana
Escape Athens for a day to magnificent Epidaurus and Methana.
Visiting Places: Ancient theater of Epidaurus and Methana
Duration: Full day
WHY WE LOVE IT
Escape Athens to Epidaurus, a unique archaeological location with world-class cultural importance; combining top sightseeing and refreshing beach time, this boat trip is one of the best things to do from Athens this summer!
Activity Description
*** 50% prepayment required to secure your slot, the remaining balance payable cash to the host directly on the activity date, after suitable weather conditions have been confirmed ***
The ancient theatre of Epidaurus represents the finest and best-preserved example of a classical Greek theatre. Even by today's standards, this monument stands out as a unique artistic achievement through its admirable integration into the landscape and above all the perfection of its proportions and incomparable acoustics. It was built in 330-20 BC and enlarged in the mid-2nd century AD. The overall 55 rows of seats rest on a natural slope and face the stage area set against a backdrop of lush landscape. The ancient theatre is marvelled for its exceptional acoustics. Any sound on the open-air stage, whether a stentorian voice or a whisper, a deep breath or the sound of a match struck is perfectly audible to all spectators, even in the topmost row of seats, that is, nearly 60 m away. The ancient theatre of Epidaurus, is the most beautiful theater in the world!! It is a Unesco World Heritage Site in Greece and you should definitely visit it.
Methana was in the territoty of Troezen. The peninsula is entirely of volcanic origin and contains over 30 volcanic eruption centers. The last volcanic eruption occurred near present-day Kameni Chora in 230 BC and a submarinne volcano erupted in 1700.
You will stop to the beautiful volcanic peninsula- land of Hephaestus for lunch and swim !
Detailed schedule:
08:30 AM: Pick up from your Hotel in Athens with a VIP Van
09:45 AM: Arrival to the starting point (host’s office) in Lavrio
10:00 AM: Transfer with a RIB to Epidaurus
12:00 PM: Arrival at Epidaurus theatre. A taxi driver will pick you up and transfer you to the ancient theater.
12:00 – 15:30: Free time to visit the theater
15:45 – 18:00: Transfer with the Rib to Methana island for lunch and swimming
18:15 – 19:30: Transfer with the RIB back to Lavrio port
19:30 – 20:45: Transfer back to your Hotel with the VIP Van
Special Features
An amazing day cruise to a world-class archaeological site
Swimming in refreshing crystal waters of Methana peninsula
Services of an expert skipper
Complementary light lunch and water
Complementary snorkelling equipment and towels
Private transfers with first class vehicle
Drone photography upon request (extra charge)
Activity Snapshot
Dates | Start Time: Daily , All Year (subject to suitable weather conditions) | Flexible starting time
Duration: Full day
Meeting Point: Athens Hotel pickup, upon arrangement
Group Size: Max 6 passengers per boat
Pace: Suitable for persons comfortable at sea, all ages (family, children, group of friends)
Spoken Language: English
Included: Transfer by van from your Hotel to starting point in Lavrio port, equipment (snorkelling, towels), water, light lunch (fresh fruit, wraps or sandwiches), experienced skipper, all fuel and port charges
Excluded: Meals and refreshments other than those specified, entry to archeological site and museum tickets, drone photography (€130 extra charge)
Note: It is recommended to bring with you sun cream, hat/cap, swimsuit. Itineraries may be subject to minor changes depending on weather conditions. At extra charge, you can hire an experienced drone photographer to accompany you all day long and capture all magical moments from your trip.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund up to 20 days prior activity date, minus credit card payment processing fees; 50% refund up to 7 days before the activity date minus credit card payment processing fees; thereafter no refund. Special condition for weather : if it is very windy (more than 7 Beaufort), the cruise will take place in the next suitable date. If trip cancelled by the host and/or due to unsuitable weather conditions and no alternative date works, full refund is provided including payment processing fees.
Additional Info
50% prepayment required to secure your slot, the remaining balance payable cash to the host directly on the activity date, after suitable weather conditions have been confirmed
Cruise is subject to suitable weather conditions. In case of cancellation due to weather you will be given the option to join the cruise on an alternative date. If you are unavailable on a different date, you are entitled to full refund
Confirmation to be received as soon as possible (within 24 hours from booking)
Although it is not necessary, you can present either a print out or an electronic booking confirmation for this activity
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