5h30

Half Day

About this activity

After a morning pickup from your hotel, take an educational trip to learn about wine making in antiquity by visiting a wine museum in the district of eastern Attica and visit the unique archaeological site of Amphiareion sanctuary in Oropos.

Ancient Greeks believed that wine was a gift from the gods. They worshiped Dionysus, a creature with the mind of man and the instincts of a beast, as god of wine. The history of wine is believed to have been introduced in Greece around 4000 BC, during Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations, and ancient Greeks used to drink wine to praise the gods and expand their mind.

Visit the unique archaeological site of Amphiareion sanctuary in Oropos, devoted to the worship of Amphiaraos, one of the most prominent Greek heroes, thought to be the second Asclepius. The hero had many sanctuaries around Greece of which the most well known is the Amphiareion of Oropos, near Athens.

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Included

Private half-day excursion
Transport by private car or mini van
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Experienced tour leader/driver
Fuel and toll expenses
Informative material
Liability Insurance
All applicable taxes

Not included

Gratuities
Personal expenses
Entrance fees to the archaeological site of Amphiareion (ticket price: full: €3, reduced: €2)
Guided tour with certified tourist guide for the archaeological site (available upon request with extra charge)
Wine tasting seminar at the wine museum
Food, drinks and beverages

Additional

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy an extra seat
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Features

Tourism

95%

Cultural

80%

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