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Private Tour: Explore UNESCO World Heritage Site Vergina and Historical Veria City
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Vergina
Embark on a private tour to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Vergina and the historical city of Veria. Visit the tomb of King Philip II and stroll through Veria’s narrow quarters, with stops at the altar of Apostle Paul, the Orta Mosque, and the oldest Synagogue in the Balkans.
Embark on a private tour to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Vergina and the historical city of Veria. Visit the tomb of King Philip II and stroll through Veria’s narrow quarters, with stops at the altar of Apostle Paul, the Orta Mosque, and the oldest Synagogue in the Balkans.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina) - Located at the archaeological site of Aige (Vergina), this museum houses the royal tombs of Macedonian kings, including King Philip II, father of Alexander the Great. Visitors can explore the impressive tumulus that conceals these ancient tombs, where vibrant frescoes, sculptures, and rich burial…
- Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina) - Located at the archaeological site of Aige (Vergina), this museum houses the royal tombs of Macedonian kings, including King Philip II, father of Alexander the Great. Visitors can explore the impressive tumulus that conceals these ancient tombs, where vibrant frescoes, sculptures, and rich burial artifacts showcase the grandeur of the Macedonian royal family. Additionally, the remains of the ancient palace, featuring mosaics and the foundations of monumental buildings, offer a glimpse into the city’s former magnificence.
- Polycentric Museum of Aigai - The new museum at Vergina presents remarkable discoveries, including the golden larnax and other royal treasures. Exhibits focus on the era of Philip II and Alexander the Great, providing an in-depth exploration of Macedonian history. With special exhibitions and ongoing research, visitors can discover new findings and gain fresh insights with each visit.
- The Jewish Synagogue - The Jewish Synagogue in Veroia, Greece, is a beautifully preserved landmark in the historic Jewish Quarter. Built in the 19th century, it stands as a testament to the once-thriving Sephardic Jewish community. The synagogue features traditional architecture, including a wooden ark and a women’s balcony. Although no longer in regular use, it remains a significant cultural and historical site. Visits inside the Synagogue are available upon request.
- Veroia - Visitors will explore the city of Veria, wander through its narrow preserved quarters, and see the altar of Apostle Paul. There is also an optional opportunity to enjoy lunch here.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Entrance Fees to Royal Tombs of Vergina: Single ticket €20
- Lunch or Refrechments
- Gratuities
- Entrance Fees to Royal Tombs of Vergina: Single ticket €20
- Lunch or Refrechments
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Explore Vergina (known as Aige in ancient Greek) with a licensed guide. Located just 82 km from Thessaloniki in central Macedonia, Vergina is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Among its many ancient treasures, visitors can admire the well-preserved tomb of King Philip II, father of Alexander the Great, and the tomb of Alexander IV, his son. The guided tour…
Explore Vergina (known as Aige in ancient Greek) with a licensed guide. Located just 82 km from Thessaloniki in central Macedonia, Vergina is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Among its many ancient treasures, visitors can admire the well-preserved tomb of King Philip II, father of Alexander the Great, and the tomb of Alexander IV, his son. The guided tour continues to the city of Veria, where you can wander through its charming, narrow quarters, visit the altar of Apostle Paul, explore the Orta Mosque, and see the oldest synagogue in the Balkans. Enjoy some free time for lunch at one of Veria’s many taverns before returning to Thessaloniki in the afternoon.
Location
Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina)
Imathia,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(18 Ratings)
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Iangrecos
Aug 24, 2025
Great day trip with Gina and Giannis! - Vergina was amazing – the Macedonian royal tombs and museum are a must-see, so atmospheric and full of history. Veria city was quieter but charming, with nice stops like the Apostle Paul’s Tribune and a chance to enjoy coffee in a local square. Also, Pella was fascinating – walking through the ancient city ruins and seeing the beautiful mosaics really made the history of Alexander the Great’s hometown come alive.
Perfect mix of history and relaxation!
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961mitchelg
Aug 22, 2025
Vergina and Veria Jewish Heritage - Great trip to vergina and veria. Had John as your guide. Great job. Got us private access inside the oldest synagogue in the balkans! Well worth it
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Federico_p
Aug 5, 2025
Tour Absolutely must do if you arrive on a cruise in Thessaloniki - Almost tailor-made hike. The museum opened at 12.00 so we agreed to do the route in reverse. Very interesting both museums visited in particular the royal tombs. Very good our guide. Knowing also the Italian we could easily communicate with him despite the tour being in English. They picked us up and brought us back in front of the passenger terminal ...
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Travhapi
May 16, 2025
Excellent choice with flexible options and great driver/guide - This was an excellent choice for us. Good web site, prompt responses and flexible options. We added one way transfer to Meteora instead of a round trip back to Thessaloniki. It was a full day - Vergina and a stop for lunch at the base of Mt Olympus. Then we continued on to Kastriki to our next hotel. Dimitris our guide/driver was really excellent. We had interesting and entertaining conversations the entire way - which is pretty amazing given the length of the day. We definitely recommend booking with this company. And don't miss the Royal tombs at Vergina. It was one of our favorites on a four week trip full of great sights.
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Marci
May 13, 2025
Amazing Experience! - Amazing Trip was done bei Iannis, the Guide and Stella in Backoffice. The whole Team is amazing. We had 4 daytrips in total!!
All the best, highly recommended!! Just call and ask, they will make everything possible!
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Maia
Apr 11, 2025
Interesting and well-organized tour - The Royal Tombs are quite spectacular and this was a well-organized and managed tour. The van was clean and comfortable, pick up was convenient and on time, and Stella was a delight. Definitely recommend this!
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Maia_g
Apr 11, 2025
Excellent tour to the Royal tomb of Philip II - The Royal Tombs at Vergina are truly spectacular and well worth your time and money to visit. The new Aigio Museum is also very interesting, though I would have liked more information on the individual artifacts on display. This tour was a convenient and well-organized experience—everything was handled very professionally. The van was clean and comfortable and our guide Stella was delightful. Highly recommended experience for anyone visiting Thessaloniki.
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Q3201dsjoseg
Jan 17, 2025
Highly recommend! - Our tour of Vergina and Veria with John and iGoHellas was absolutely incredible! His deep knowledge of the ancient history of Macedonia kingdom and archaeological sites of the area, especially the Royal Tombs of Vergina, made the experience so much richer. John’s passion for the area and engaging storytelling brought the past to life. He also took us through the beautiful town of Veria, sharing its hidden gems like Barbouta and Ortza mosque. If you're looking for an unforgettable tour of these historical sites, John is the perfect guide.
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Angela_b
May 27, 2024
Convenenience - The convenience factor cannot be stated enough to having a personal driver to see the sights while on a limited time stopover in the region. He met us at the cruise port and drove us straight to the highlights. He told us a bit about the region and was even able to add in highlights of an additional stop since we still had the available time on the meter.
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Kathryn
Jul 7, 2023
Great Trip - I had a great trip I was very happy with the standard of driving & the destination. Solon is a very calm & welcoming person.
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