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Day Tour at Royal Tombs of Aigai and Museum of Pella
4.4
21 Ratings
Vergina
During the tour, the driver will share their knowledge about the location. You will have the opportunity to admire two different sites and experience ancient times by walking through them. Additionally, you will visit the tomb of King Philip, the father of Alexander the Great.
During the tour, the driver will share their knowledge about the location. You will have the opportunity to admire two different sites and experience ancient times by walking through them. Additionally, you will visit the tomb of King Philip, the father of Alexander the Great.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina) - The tour starts in Thessaloniki and follows the National Road to reach the Royal Tombs of Vergina. This small village gained fame in 1977-78 when the renowned Greek Professor and Archaeologist Andronicos discovered the Royal Tombs. Known as Aigai, it was the first capital of Ancient Macedonia until…
- Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina) - The tour starts in Thessaloniki and follows the National Road to reach the Royal Tombs of Vergina. This small village gained fame in 1977-78 when the renowned Greek Professor and Archaeologist Andronicos discovered the Royal Tombs. Known as Aigai, it was the first capital of Ancient Macedonia until 400 BC, when the capital moved to Pella. It was believed to be the burial site for all Macedonian Kings. Enter the underground structure with your guide and marvel at some of the most significant artifacts that once belonged to Philip II, including the King’s shield decorated with ivory and gold, the King’s gold-trimmed iron breastplate, exquisitely crafted Gold Diadems, the Golden Wreath of oak leaves, the gold-plated collar, and the Silver Burial Urns. Pay close attention as your guide describes the discovery of a Golden Chest inside King Philip’s tomb, which contained the King’s bones, washed with wine and wrapped in purple cloth.
- Archaeological Museum of Pella - Pella is an ancient city in Central Macedonia, Greece, located 45 km from Thessaloniki. It is best known as the historical capital of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedonia during the time of Philip II and Alexander the Great. The Archaeological Museum of Pella is situated on the site of the ancient city and is a must-visit.
- Archaeological Site at Pella - Stroll through and admire the archaeological site of Pella. It offers insights into the daily lives of people in the ancient Macedonian capital.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
What's Not Included
- Royal tombs
- Pell Museum Tickets & archaeological site
- Royal tombs
- Pell Museum Tickets & archaeological site
Additional Information
- Travel time is already included to the total tour duration
- Travel time is already included to the total tour duration
Location
Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina)
Imathia,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.4
(21 Ratings)
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Gustavo_k
Aug 11, 2025
Amazing experience with Michael!!! - Michael was an amazing tour guide. Very kind, knowledgeable and always going one step further. The tour ended at 3 PM. We were back at 4 PM
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Mina_r
May 22, 2025
Fantastic Day - We had a wonderful day. Michalis was a safe driver. He was very knowledgeable on local history of Agai and Pella. We ended our day at a lovely Taverna in Pella.
I would highly recommend this tour to others. The 3 of us loved our day immersed in Macedonian History..
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Jane_h
May 18, 2025
The tour was a great... - The tour was a great contrast to being in Thessaloniki, the site of the city of Pella, while fascinating didn’t have great information but the Museum made up for it. I would recommend eating lunch at the Museum as the cafe at the Royal Tombs has a limited choice. The Royal Tombs was quite amazing and we thoroughly enjoyed our day.
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Rene_c
May 16, 2025
A super tour with Alexandros - I' m very satisfied with my tour. Alexandros is an exceptional guide. He's passionate and very friendly. He knows to convey his knowledge very clearly. He' s well- éducated, cultived and intelligent. I would be happy to get another tour with him.
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Anonymous
Apr 24, 2025
Marvelous! - Breathtaking experience! Mr Alexandros was marvelous! It was like having a professional tourguide with us!
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Dimitra_l
Apr 22, 2025
A Perfect Blend of History and Hospitality - This tour was the highlight of our stay in Thessaloniki. Visiting the ancient capital of Pella and the royal tombs in Vergina felt like stepping back in time. The museums were beautifully curated and full of incredible artifacts from the time of Alexander the Great. Our driver, Mr. Alexandros, was fantastic—polite, professional, and very knowledgeable. He gave us plenty of tips and background info without overwhelming us. The car was super comfortable, and the whole day felt relaxed and well-organized. Highly recommended for anyone who loves history, culture, and stress-free travel!
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Earringfan
Apr 21, 2025
Meteora tour with Mt Olympus views - Michael provided a fantastic experience, both on the journey to and from Meteora, and during the monastery visits. He provided valuable background and historical info that enhanced the experience. We also enjoyed views of Mt Olympus from all sides
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Vrushali_p
Mar 23, 2025
Wonderful very well... - Wonderful very well arranged trip. Our guide Alexandros was fantastic. He made sure we are able to see everything and he is very well informed about history
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Charles_e
Jun 12, 2025
Well worth it. - This was an excellent place to visit. The tour guide was very good. He provided helpful perspective about the area and the history of the sites/kings. But since he was not a licensed tour guide, he was not able to enter the ticketed areas for further guidance. For this reason I rated four instead of five stars. Despite that, this was still a fair price for a very good tour.
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Magda_c
Jul 5, 2025
Great tour to the Royal Tombs - Visiting the Royal Tombs Museum was absolutely a great historical visit. Our driver/ guide was very kind and knowledgeable, however, here's a few key points in the future: 1. Punctuality is important (pick up 48 min late), 2. Please don't text on your phone while driving as this was very stressful for the kids and my wife. 3. The description of the tour is misleading as we were expecting an "English guided tour" when in reality, it's a driver not a guide. Overall we enjoy our visit.
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