We had an amazing time on our tour to Ancient Corinth and the Corinth Canal. Xenofontas was the perfect guide — knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely passionate about the history of the region. He explained everything with clarity and enthusiasm, making the ancient sites come alive in a way we’ll never forget. His communication was excellent, the tour was organized beautifully, and the pacing was perfect — never rushed, never dragging, just smooth and enjoyable. The transportation was comfortable, and the whole experience felt thoughtfully tailored to us. This experience was a highlight of our time in Greece. We left with a deeper appreciation for the area and its history, thanks entirely to Xenofontas’ expertise and warm personality. Highly recommended — especially if you enjoy learning, laughing, and spending time with a guide who clearly loves what he does.
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Private tour in Athens Xenofontas D
Half Day Private Tour From Athens:Ancient Corinth and Canal Private Tour from Athens
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Hello from Greece, My name is Xenofontas! I was born and raised in Athens. I am a graduate of the University of Economics and I worked for years as an accountant until my passion for history and culture led me to quit accounting and work as a driver tour guide in a tourist office. I have been working for the past 10 years as a professional licensed tour driver all over Greece. I spent several years as a driver tour guide gaining the necessary experience and finally created my own travel business. I have a license from the Ministry of Tourism. In order to improve the quality of my services to travelers, I studied and graduated of Master of Business of Tourism and at the same time passed the exams and obtained a proficiency certification of Michigan University. With years of experience and love for tourism, I organize private minivan tours, providing all the comforts to the customers. The minivans are new vehicles and in excellent condition, offering customers all modern comforts such as air conditioning and WiFi. During a trip I want to give information, to tell stories like myths so that the client can assimilate the culture and the traditional with the best way. Greece is a country with a rich cultural heritage and history and offers me the opportunity to share my knowledge with people who are interested in learning about our culture and civilization. I feel very lucky doing this job. Every time on the tour I will give my best so that travelers can learn useful things about modern Greece, ancient Greece, food, traditions, arts and culture I am a guide-driver but not a licensed guide . This means I provide many information, but I don't follow you inside of the historical monuments. My aim is the travellers get an unforgettable experience.
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Follow in the footsteps of St. Paul on a trip to Ancient Corinth
Overview of your Athens tour
Corinth is only 1 hour and 15 minutes drive from Athens. This tour is the best option if you want to have a taste of the Greek countryside. You’ll visit the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, and Akrokorinthos (Acrocorinth), the city’s answer to Athens’ Acropolis and other significant sites in a comfortable, modern, climate-controlled vehicle equipped with WiFi. Follow in the footsteps of St. Paul on a trip to Ancient Corinth. You will also see the Bema where he made his speech to Corinthians, which is mentioned inside the Bible. Explore the remnants of the Temple of Apollo and the ancient Agora, offering a glimpse into the city's rich history. You will visit the region’s major historical monuments in half day and you'll learn many things in this private tour about their history and mythology.
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This was a great way to spend a day!!!! We learned a lot and saw beautiful ruins as well as the canal....our guide was fun and very well informed!
Nicos was very sweet and willing to accommodate our needs. And when a watch was left in the van, he turned around and drove an hour out of his way to deliver it safely back to us. It was nice to have a private driver and to hear his perspective on life in Greece.
Best tour ever! Yannis guided my group of 8 friends to the Courtney Canal and thru the amazing ruins of Acrocorinth. Yannis made it the best day of our entire 3 week trip. Also, it was a lifelong desire of mine to see the canal. It did not disappoint. Yannis took us to several places from which to view it. What a joy of an experience on the last day of our trip.
This was truly our best tour in our four days of an Athens pre-cruise tour. Xenofontas exceeded our expectations with his extensive knowledge of Greek life, past and present. He was a pleasure to be with, and his welcoming attitude showed the pride he had in his country. We would certainly recommend him for any of his tours, and when we return to Greece, we will definitely book another tour with him.
Your Athens tour itinerary
•After your breakfast, I will pick up from your hotel. We will drive from Αthens to Ancient Corinth with private transportation (MiniVan or car). •Our stations: •Corinth Canal, 15 minutes.There you will have the chance to admire the breathtaking views and take many pictures of this amazing sight •Archaiological Sight, 30 minutes. The archaeological site and Museum of Ancient Corinth. The place St Paul lived and taught. here you will also see the step from where he spoke to the Corinthians. •Archaeological Museum of Corinth, Old Corinth, 30 minutes •Temple of Apollo, Ancient Corinth, 20 minutes. •Acrocorinth, Corinth 1 hour . 575 meters high rises the impressive castle with the fortified acropolis of the ancient and medieval city. •Finally, in 1 hour and 15 minutes we will be back in Athens and I drop you off at your hotel. *Also this tour itinerary is customizable to fit your visit plans, so please do not hesitate to contact with me.
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan
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