Athens to Epidaurus Theatre Private Transfers
From €250 per vehicle
Private Return Transfer
Sedans & Mini-vans
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Every year from June to August, the ancient theatre of Epidaurus comes alive with a full programme of theatre as part of the annual Athens and Epidaurus Festival.
Why Athens is pleased to offer special private return transfers from anywhere in Athens to Ancient Epidaurus (and back) on the days that performances are held at the Epidaurus theatre for the all-inclusive cost of €250 for a Mercedes Taxi Sedan (up to 4 people) or €360 for a Mercedes Mini-van (up to 7 people).
The ancient theatre of Epidaurus before a performance by the National Theatre of Greece. Photo: Thomas Daskalakis/NTG
Your Epidaurus private theatre transfer at a glance:
- * luxury private air-conditioned transport to and from the theatre
- * departs from your address in Athens at 6:00pm (18:00)
- * stop at the Corinth Canal for a photo opportunity (time permitting)
- * arrive at ancient Epidaurus in time for refreshments before the show and to experience the theatre
- * express return to your address in Athens at the end of the performance
Please note: This private transfer does not include theatre tickets, visitors must purchase their own theatre tickets in advance from the Athens Festival. Please refer to the full programme here with ticket pre-purchase information.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
The famous ancient theatre of Epidaurus was constructed in the late 4th century BC, around the time when Athens was flourishing in art, philosophy, science and of course theatre and has a capacity of more than 12,000 spectators. Epidaurus theatre is located within the archaeological site of the Sanctuary of Asklepios in Palea Epidaurus in the region of Argolis, approximately a two-hour drive from central Athens.
Departure from Athens
Your professional driver will collect you from your hotel or apartment in Athens at 6:00pm (18:00) on the day of the performance. You will be transported in a luxurious air-conditioned Mercedes E-class taxi or Mini-van to the ancient theatre of Epidaurus.
Photo Opportunity in Corinth
Along the way, your driver will stop at the impressive Corinth Canal, the point of which connects the Aegean Sea with the Ionian Sea and separates the Peloponnese from the Greek mainland.
Arrival at ancient Epidaurus
On arrival, you will have approximately 45 minutes to have a short meal or refreshment at one of the casual tavernas found within the grounds of the theatre before the performance commences at 9:00pm (21:00).
Return to Athens
20 minutes after the performance finishes, your driver will be waiting at a designated area to take you back to Athens. You will be dropped off directly to your accommodation back in Athens. Please note: Arrival return times to Athens vary depending on the duration of the performance and traffic. Estimated return arrival time in Athens: 1:30am.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
The famous ancient theatre of Epidaurus was constructed in the late 4th century BC, around the time when Athens was flourishing in art, philosophy, science and of course theatre and has a capacity of more than 12,000 spectators. Epidaurus theatre is located within the archaeological site of the Sanctuary of Asklepios in Palea Epidaurus in the region of Argolis, approximately a two-hour drive from central Athens.
Departure from Athens
Your professional driver will collect you from a designated meeting point around Syntagma Square in the centre of Athens at 6:00pm (18:00) on the day of the performance. You will be transported in a luxurious air-conditioned shuttle bus to the ancient theatre of Epidaurus.
Photo Opportunity in Corinth
Along the way, your driver will stop at the impressive Corinth Canal, the point of which connects the Aegean Sea with the Ionian Sea and separates the Peloponnese from the Greek mainland.
Arrival at ancient Epidaurus
On arrival, you will have approximately 45 minutes to have a quick meal or refreshment at one of the casual tavernas found within the grounds of the theatre before the performance commences at 9:00pm (21:00).
Return to Athens
20 minutes after the performance finishes, your driver will be waiting at a designated area to take you back to Athens. You will be dropped off in Syntagma Square which will allow you easy access to taxis or walking distance to central accommodation. Please note: Arrival return times to Athens vary depending on the duration of the performance and traffic. Estimated return arrival time in Athens: 1:30am.
IMPORTANT BOOKING INFORMATION
You will be provided with your drivers contact details after you have confirmed your booking.
- * You must arrange your own theatre ticket in advance from the festival
- * The price is inclusive of all costs for your return transfer between central Athens & Epidaurus theatre
- * High heel shoes are not permitted into the theatre. We recommend flat comfortable shoes
- * Children under the age of 6 are not permitted into the theatre on performance nights
- * The photo stop in Corinth is scheduled, however on the rare occasion that time does not permit, it may be skipped in order to arrive at the theatre on time. Our priority is to ensure you arrive at the theatre on time.
- * The transfer cost does not include any entrance fee to the archaeological site (should you wish to enter prior to the performance)
- * You may cancel your private transfer reservation without penalty up to 7 days before the scheduled transfer date
- * Cancellation less than 7 days prior does not entitle you to a refund - no-shows or late arrivals will not be refunded
- * This transfer is independently run by a professionally licensed third-party operator that we have selected with care. The operator of the transfer may contact you to organise your meeting point and start time closer to the date of the performance