About this experience
Highlights
- Museum ad Archaeological site of Pella
- Museum of the Royal Tombs and New Museum of Aigai (Vergina)
Tour Includes
- Round-trip transportation to Vergina and Pella
- English speaking trip attendant-archaeologist
- Basic travel insurance (during transportation)
- Assistance with the ticket issuance process for anyone who wishes to avoid the queue in the ticket office
Not Included
- The entrance fee to the Museum of Vergina (15€ Summer Season / 8€ Winter Season) and to the museum and the archaeological site of Pella (8€ Summer Season / 4€ Winter Season)
- Tour-guide to the museum of Vergina and to the museum and the archaeological site of Pella
- Cost of lunch at the restaurant
- Our meeting point is at Aristotelous Square in front of Venizelos Statue (Egnatias street 78).
- Our trip attendant shall wear a clothing with the Ammon Express marking so that he will be recognisable easily.
- You should be at the departure points 10’ before the time indicated in the schedule. The bus cannot remain at designated stops, except for boarding.
- Free of charge entrance for children and young people up to the age of 25, from EU member-states, upon presentation of their ID card or passport for verification of their age and country of origin
- Free of charge entrance for children up to the age of 5, from non-European Union countries, upon presentation of their passport for verification of their age and country of origin
- Reduced entrance fee (-50%) is valid for Children and young people aged between 6 and 25 years, from non-European Union countries, upon presentation of their passport for verification of their age and country of origin.
- Reduced entrance fee (-50%) is valid also for Senior citizens over 65 from Greece or other EU member-states and the European Economic Area, upon presentation of their ID card or passport for verification of their age and country of origin.
- In winter season, 01/11 - 31/03, the general entrance fee to the museum of Vergina is 8€ and to the archaeological site and museum of Pella is 4€
- Wear comfortable shoes to walk around the archaeological sights
- In summer season bear in mind to have sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat
- Please be consistent with the exact appointment times specified by the Ammon Express escort, so that the excursion will remain unforgettable to all participants
- Have a nice trip and an unforgettable experience!
- Don’t forget to share pictures and comments from your experience!
Excursion back in history to the Macedonian Kingdom of Alexander the Great and Philip II
Get to know the imperial capital Pella, the ancient city where Alexander the Great was born and raised and where the great philosopher and tutor Aristoteles was invited to educate him. The archaeological treasures of the glorious Macedonian Kingdom of Alexander the Great and his father Phillip II, as detailed by Herodotus, invite you to a unique immersion into history! The excursion travels you to the ancient greek, byzantine and modern history bringing back in light the lost prestige of Aigai, the first capital of the Macedonians and their royal necropolis. Discover the museum of the royal tombs of Aigai; a World Heritage site of UNESCO, as well as the New Museum of Aigai against the natural beauty of the area and the view of the Macedonian plain that travels our eye till the end of the horizon.
Providing
- The host will provide:
- Round-trip transportation
- English speaking trip attendant-archaeologist
- Basic travel insurance (during transportation)
- Bring with you:
- Personal ID or Passport
- Reservation Voucher
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Cancellation Policy
The guest can cancel free of charge until 24 hours before the excursion (minus any transfer costs 1-3%). The guest will be charged 100% of the total price if they cancel within 24 hours of arrival. If the guest doesn't show up, they'll be charged the total price of the excursion.
