Nafplio, Greece

Bronze Age Capital City of Mycenae

Visit the City of Mythological King Agamemnon Explore the ancient site of Mycenae, city of the mythological conqueror of Troy, King Agamemnon. The history of Bronze Age Greece is shrouded in myth—none more grand than that of the Trojan War. In his epic poems The Iliad and The Odyssey , Homer described how a coalition of Greek city-states led by King Agamemnon destroyed the fabled city. Embark on a scenic drive through a landscape of citrus groves and ancient sites until you reach Mycenae. Located on a hilltop dominating the surrounding plains, Mycenae reached its peak around 1350 BC, during a period of Greek history named after the city. Enter the citadel through the iconic Lion Gate. Admire the city walls, so impressive that ancient Greeks believed them to have been built by mythical one-eyed giants called Cyclops. See the beehive tomb, thought to belong to King Agamemnon himself, as well as the palace complex and other royal tombs. Conclude this informative experience with a visit to the Archaeological Museum of Mycenae, with its display of artifacts collected from the site. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and in