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Corinth Canal - The Corinth Canal is a waterway that crosses the narrow isthmus of Corinth to link the Gulf of Corinth to the Saronic Gulf. As such, the canal separates the Greek mainland from the Peloponnese, turning it into an island
The canal, though executed in the late 19th century, has been a 2000-year-old dream. Before its construction, ships in the Aegean Sea that wanted to cross to the Adriatic or anchor in Corinth, a rich shipping city, had to circle the Peloponnese, which would prolong their journey an extra 185 nautical miles.
It is believed that Periander, the tyrant of Corinth (602 BC), was the first to conceive of the idea of digging the Corinth Canal. As the project was too complicated given the limited technical capabilities of the times, Periander constructed the diolkos, a stone road which allowed ships to be transferred on wheeled platforms.
The Corinth Canal connects the Gulf of Corinth in the Ionian Sea with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea.
- Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history
- Complimentary bottle of water
- Travel in style with a Limo Mercedes or Skoda Limo Car
- Fluent English-speaking driver
- Air-conditioned vehicles for your comfort
- Convenient hotel or port pickup and drop-off
- Exclusive private transportation
- Free on-board WiFi
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges included
- Lunch, other beverages and meals.
- Entrance fees for all the attractions
- Licensed tour guide (upon request and depending on availability& Extra cost
- Tips and gratuities
- Airport pick-up and drop-off (additional cost 45.00€)
Depend on those who know the area well!
The Corinth Canal is a man-made channel that cuts through the slender Corinth isthmus, connecting the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf. Consequently, the canal turns the Greek mainland and the Peloponnese into separate landmasses, making the latter an island.
Witness the awe-inspiring mountains, extensive olive plantations, citrus groves, and radiant azure sea of the Peloponnese, and unfold the unquestionable importance of wine in Greek heritage spanning nearly 6,000 years. The trip comprises of a privately-guided exploration to a globally recognized ancient monument, and a professional orientation into winemaking at one of the nation’s highly-acclaimed wineries.
Revel in the mesmerizing landscapes, remarkable ancient landmarks, and premier wineries of the Peloponnese. An ideal journey for wine enthusiasts eager to delve into Greek history, undertake a winery trip, sample some of the top wines of the region, and unfold the interlaced narratives of viticulture and ancient Hellenic civilization.
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