Stop At: Archaeological Museum of Pella, Pella 58005

Embark on a journey to Pella with Ammon Express at 8:00 from Aristotelous Square & Egnatia Street (at the white Statue of Venizelos). The distance of 50km takes about 45 minutes to reach. Once in Pella, discover the new and modern museum, as well as the archaeological site boasting unique mosaics. Delight in the "Abduction of Helen" and "Amazonomachy" mosaics in the ancient market, and see artifacts from the daily lives of the people that illustrate the lifestyle during ancient times.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina), Imathia, Vergina 59031

Next, we reach Vergina where we visit the Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai, situated in the borders of the village. The characteristic Golden Larnax (funerary casket), an urn with the cremated remains of Phillip II is marked with a 16-rayed sun, the symbol of Macedonia. The Sun of Vergina (or Star of Vergina), which is characteristic symbol of the Argead Dynasty (of the King Phillip II and Alexander the Great) was found together with the excavations that brought back to light his father’s Royal Tomb. 4 of the sun rays represent of the 4 classical elements and the other 12 sun rays represent the 12 Olympian Gods. Admire the golden oak wreath that Phillip II had during his funeral pyre, military armors.

Later, we enjoy our lunch break in a restaurant with greek traditional flavours.

Last stop before our departure is at the grand New Museum of Aigai, hosting findings and artifacts unearthed from the soil of the old capital;

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

• Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
• Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
• Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
• Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
• Departure Time: 08:00 AM
• Return Details: Returns to original departure point
  

• Transportation to and from the Museum of Vergina and Pella.
• Basic travel insurance (during transportation)
• English-speaking trip attendant.
• Gratuities (Optional)
• Entry tickets to the Museums of Vergina (15€ during summer season; 8€ during winter season)
• The cost of the lunch at the restaurant
• Entry tickets to archaeological site of Pella (8€ during summer season; 4 during winter season)
• Guided tour inside the monasteries and museums

• Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
• Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
• A Smile!

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Our trip attendant shall wear 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 entry to the Museum of Vergina is available to the students of Universities, Technological Educational Institutes or equivalent institutes of EU countries by showing their student ID, and to young people up to the age of 19 by showing their ID card
• Reduced entry to the Museum of Vergina (€ 6) is available to all citizens of the EU aged over 65, by showing their ID card or passport, as well as students from countries outside the EU.
• Free entry to the Museum of Pella is available to the students of Universities, Technological Educational Institutes or equivalent institutes of EU countries by showing their student ID, and to young people up to the age of 18 by showing their ID card.
• We wish you a pleasant excursion and have fun!

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.