Thebes & Chalkida Island Private Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore ancient Thebes' archaeological sites
- Visit the picturesque Chalkida Island
- Enjoy scenic drives through Greek countryside
- Experience local culture and traditions
- Flexible itinerary tailored to your interests
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private vehicle transport from Athens
- Professional driver/guide
- Free Wi-Fi on board
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
The Archaeological Museum of Thebes is one of the most important museums of Greece since some of its collections are rare or unique. The exhibits originate from excavations all around Boeotia and cover a long chronological period spanning from the Palaeolithic to the Post Byzantine periods. Considered as one of the best museums in Greece as it also respect its environment, at its yard a Byzantine tower can be visited, while under your feet you can admire through glass floor the ruins of the Bronze Age Acropolis.
Walk around Thebes / Thiva, a town in central Greece that combines modern life with its glorious past. The Mycenaean Palace, or Kadmeion, dates from the 13th century BC and is located almost centrally on the acropolis. The palace was decorated with frescoes and clay tablets in Linear B and amphorae and was destroyed by fire in around 1200 BC.
An Ottoman castle of the 17th century built on the "continental" coast of the city of Chalkis (it is not on the island of Evia) which together with the destroyed castle of Chalkis made the city impregnable.
The tidal phenomenon of Chalkida, observed in the famous Evripos Channel, is a very rare phenomenon of a change of direction in the flow of the sea currents. This phenomenon has provoked the admiration and interest of humans from ancient times, not only from an astronomical and geophysical perspective but also a philosophical one. The mystery and beauty of this phenomenon captivates the visitor, as its combination with the imprint of the channel creates a remarkable panorama.
Thanks to its strategic geographic position, the city has remained a crossroad of cultures and ideas over the centuries, an apple of discord for many foreign conquerors. Today the cosmopolitan city of Chalkida, the administrative and commercial centre of the island built on both sides of Evripos straits, is a popular destination among Athenians for short breaks away from the hustle and bustle of the capital city. Thanks to its impressive ultra-modern cable bridge, the access to the city has now become easier and quicker. It provides a variety of restaurants to enjoy your lunch by the sea.
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour duration is approximately 6 hours
- Private vehicle accommodates up to 4 passengers
- Additional fees may apply for entrance to certain sites
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring archaeological sites
- Bring a hat and sunscreen for sun protection
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- The drivers are not licensed to accompany you inside any site or museum. If you require a licensed guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. If you have any questions you can contact us on the phone number provided by Viator.
- The duration of the tours is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Traveler reviews
Great tour with an excellent guide
Giannis was very professional and friendly guide and told us a lot about the history of the places that we went to. This tour was really enjoyable.
Greatest trip ever
The tour was very interesting but what made it special was our Guide/Driver. He was entertaining, very knowledgeable, and a good driver. He also was very accommodating to our needs. He was willing to discuss is personnel experiences and observations making the trip more interesting. We learned a great deal about Greece. I also left I hat in his car and he brought it bake to our Hotel when he found it. It was by far our best Viator experience and he have never had a complaint.
The Classical City of Thebes
While we were on a two-week group trip with Globus to take us to Athens, Corinth, Delphi, and Olympia, we also wanted to see Sparta and Thebes. We added two days onto our vacation and then contracted with Viator for separate trips to the last two cities. Our driver, George Lalos, picked us up at our hotel and drove us to Thebes. He was very friendly and accommodating during our time with him. The relatively archaeological museum was very nice and we visited the small amount of remaining ruins from the ancient city to include the Elektra Gate. We also visited the Karababa Castle site. Afterward, we all had lunch together at a restaurant in Chalkida. Thebes is only about 54 miles northwest of Athens. The total amount of time we spent on this excursion was 6.5 hours.