Discover Vergina and Pella: Day Trip to Macedonian Kingdom
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8 hours 30 minutes
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Get to know the imperial capital, the ancient city where Alexander the Great was born and raised and where the great philosopher and tutor Aristoteles was invited to educate him. The archaeological treasures of the glorious Macedonian Kingdom of Alexander the Great and his father Phillip II, as detailed by Herodotus, invite you to a unique roadtrip to history. The excursion travels you to the ancient greek, byzantine and modern history bringing back in light the lost prestige of Aigai, the first city of the Macedonians. Discover the museum of Aigai; a World Heritage site of UNESCO, against the natural beauty of the area and the view of the Macedonian plain that travels our eye till the end of the horizon.
Additional Info
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!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Transportation to and from the Museum of Vergina and Pella.
Basic travel insurance (during transportation)
English-speaking trip attendant.
The cost of the lunch at the restaurant
Guided tour inside the monasteries and museums
Tips
archaeological site of Pella
Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina)
Polycentric Museum of Aigai
What To Expect
Archaeological Museum of Pella
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.
Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina)
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;
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Reviews
174 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good times Vergina
Manouel C,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00On time. Stellios provided pertinent info and historical facts professionally and personably. Would recommend to everyone.
Need to see more of the ruins at Agai
Tracy M,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The guide was a lovely lady called Eva and she was very informative. The tour was excellent except for we did not get to see all the ruins of Agai. The tombs were amazing but I would have loved to have seen the palace and theatre of Agai aswell. The museums were excellent. On the whole extremely well organised and would recommend.
Amazing glimpse into...
Michael B,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing glimpse into Macedonian history and the unique opportunity to se one of the very few untouched ancient royal graves
The time to visit is very tight.
Venture19804106571,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It's too early to get up, leave around 8:00, but actually come back at 4:00, there's absolutely no need to arrange for such an early departure, and the time at each place along the way is limited, basically too late to visit carefully, can actually be extended by two hours, so that each place will visit a bit more ample time.
Be ready for a...
Danielle V,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Be ready for a long day of sightseeing: from 8:00 am, departure time and return at 4:20 pm. Beautiful discoveries during visits to three museums + visit to the archaeological site of the ancient city Pella.
Konstantina was great!
Elizabeth F,
Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fabulous! Not nearly the crowds that expected, so I got to enjoy the archeological site at Pella and the royal tombs delightfully uncrushed. Not quite enough time at the archeological site, but a delightful itinerary, all five stops were so worth it and in the end I wouldn't change anything. Just had to keep moving is all! Konstantina was so friendly and well-informed. Highly recommend!
Great day out visiting excellent museums and sites
Graeme I,
Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The trip was well organised, ran punctually and escorted by a knowledgeable and pleasant guide. The museums were excellent
Very well-organized
Paul A,
Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was all really nice and well-organized, guide was competent, bus was very clean and overall it was a very positive experience.
Vergina and Pella
Theodora V,
Aug 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A memorable day! The guide was very knowledgeable about the history of the area, the museums, especially the new one in Vergina, were stunning and the Royal Tombs were definitely the highlight!
Great day out
LOR186,
Aug 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day out. Personable and knowledgeable guide in Stelio. We thoroughly enjoyed the day and would recommend it to anyone interested in the fascinating history of classical Macedonia / Classical Greece
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