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An ancient doorway with a decorative frieze above it. 1
An art gallery with glass display cases containing various artifacts. 2
A paved pathway flanked by stone walls and lush greenery, leading to a covered entrance. 3
Ancient stone columns in a historical site. 4
A collection of green ceramic bowls and pots on display. 5

Small-Group Thessaloniki Shore Excursion: Vergina Royal Tombs

By AVALON TRAVEL
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Overview

  • Visit Vergina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Explore the underground Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai
  • See the Tomb of King Philip II
  • Visit the Polycentric Museum of Aigai
  • Admire gold treasures, weapons, and ancient frescoes

Activity location

  • Vergina Royal Tombs
    • 590 31, Vergina, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Avalon Travel
    • "Alexander the Great" Thessaloniki Cruise Terminal
    • 546 26, Thessaloniki, Greece

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What's included, what's not

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    Port pick up & Drop off
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    Round-trip transportation from and to Thessaloniki Port
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    Professional, licensed English-speaking guide
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    All entrance fees
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Small Group Size - max. 18 pax
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Cruise-friendly schedule with guaranteed return to ship
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food - Drinks

Know before you book

  • Entrance fees to the museums are included.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended due to uneven surfaces.

What you can expect

Discover the ancient kingdom of Macedonia on this small-group shore excursion from Thessaloniki, designed especially for cruise passengers seeking a comfortable, well-paced cultural experience. Travel to Vergina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Greece’s most important archaeological discoveries.

Your visit begins at the Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai, an extraordinary underground museum built around the original burial mounds of the Macedonian kings. Walk through the preserved royal tombs, including the one traditionally identified as King Philip II of Macedon, father of Alexander the Great.

Admire impressive gold artifacts, weapons, frescoes, and ceremonial objects that reveal the power of ancient Macedonia.

Continue to the Polycentric Museum of Aigai, where modern exhibitions and original findings bring the history and legacy of the Macedonian kingdom to life in a clear and engaging way. After the guided experience, enjoy some free time for photos before returning comfortably to Thessaloniki Port.

Location

Activity location

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    Vergina Royal Tombs
    • 590 31, Vergina, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Avalon Travel
    • "Alexander the Great" Thessaloniki Cruise Terminal
    • 546 26, Thessaloniki, Greece
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    "Alexander the Great" Thessaloniki Cruise Terminal
    • 546 26, Thessaloniki, Greece