In the footsteps of Alexander the Great - Macedonian kingdom - 8 hrs

Itinerary
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Stop At: Archaeological Site at Pella, 39 km west of Thessaloniki Greece

The first half of the day is a private guided visit to the birthplace of Alexander the Great, ancient Pella archaeological site and its new excellent museum.
Pella was the second ancient capital of the Macedonian kingdom, known as the birthplace of Alexander the Great.
We will see the unique ancient mosaic pebble floors in the rich mansions and in the archaeological museum together with many other valuable finds of the area.


Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Archaeological Museum of Pella, Pella 58005 Greece

All the important finds of the Pella area, including pottery, jewelry, mosaics, coins, are to be seen in this excellent new museum

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina), Imathia, Vergina 590 31 Greece

We then continue to the first ancient capital of the Macedonian kingdom, Aigai, nowadays called Vergina. We'll see the tomb of king Philip II (father of Alexander the Great) and the tomb of the Prince and the exhibition housing their gold and silver royal treasures.
The most important archaeological discovery of Greece in the 20th century.
Go underground to admire the treasures of gold, silver and ivory hidden in Great Tumulus.


Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes