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Thessaloniki: Vergina and Pella Day Trip
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Overview
- Travel back to 3 fundamental periods of Greek history
- Take a road trip into the land of Alexander The Great and the Macedons
- Explore the Museum and Archaeological site of Pella, the capital of the kingdom of Macedon
- Visit the Museum of the Royal Tombs and New Museum of Aigai (Vergina)
- Enjoy lunch at a traditional Greek tavern in the area
Activity location
- Thessaloniki
- Thessaloniki, Greece
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Egnatia 78, Thessaloniki 546 24, Greece | Meet at Aristotelous Square & Egnatia Street at the Venizelos Statue at 08:00 A.M. Due to road restrictions, the bus cannot wait for late arrivals.
- Thessaloniki, Greece
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Thessaloniki: Vergina and Pella Day Trip
- 8h 30m
- English
What's included, what's not
- Return transport by modern A/C bus
- Basic travel transport insurance
- Skip-the-line assistance at the sites
- Entry tickets to the Museum of Vergina and the Museum and Archaeological Site of Pella (€15 and €8 during summer; €8 and €4 during winter)
- Lunch
- Guide at the Archaeological Site and Museum of Pella and the Museum of Vergina
- Tips
What you can expect
Embark on a journey to Pella with Ammon Express at 8:00 from Aristotelous Square & Egnatia Street (at the white Statue of Venizelos). The distance of 50km takes about 45 minutes to reach. Once in Pella, discover the new and modern museum, as well as the archaeological site boasting unique mosaics. Delight in the “Abduction of Helen” and “Amazonomachy” mosaics in the ancient market, and see artefacts from the daily lives of the people that illustrate the lifestyle during ancient times.
Venture to Vergina, where you'll find the Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai, situated on the borders of the village. The museum exhibits the Golden Larnax, an urn with the cremated remains of Phillip II marked with a 16-rayed sun, the symbol of Macedonia. The Sun of Vergina, a characteristic symbol of the Argead Dynasty of King Phillip II and Alexander the Great, was found alongside the excavations that revealed his father's Royal Tomb. Admire the Golden Oak Wreath Phillip II wore during his funeral pyre, military armour, various grave goods, and other tombs that were brought back to light.
Enjoy lunch at a traditional Greek restaurant before stopping at the grand New Museum of Aigai, where you'll uncover artefacts and findings excavated from the old capital. An impressive portrait of Alexander the Great greets you and invites you to discover the roots of history. Take in the temporary numismatic exhibition showcasing coins from every corner of the Hellenistic world, including coinage of Macedonian kings and Alexander's successors. View monumental sculptures, sárissa spears and helmets of the Macedonian phalanx soldiers, high-class painted pottery, banquet utensils from aristocratic symposiums, and the queen burials with all their jewellery and royal insignia. Your journey concludes with your return to Thessaloniki at approximately 15:30, making the same stops where you started.
Location
Activity location
- Thessaloniki
- Thessaloniki, Greece
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Egnatia 78, Thessaloniki 546 24, Greece | Meet at Aristotelous Square & Egnatia Street at the Venizelos Statue at 08:00 A.M. Due to road restrictions, the bus cannot wait for late arrivals.
- Thessaloniki, Greece