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Boat Ride To Venetian Bourtzi Fortress And Karathona Beach Break

Day Trip, Group Tour
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Combine the perfect blend of history and relaxation in Nafplion, with the iconic Bourtzi Fortress tour and a relaxing beach escape on the tranquil shores of Karathona Beach.

Boat Ride to Venetian Bourtzi Fortress and Karathona Beach Break

Discover the charm of Nafplion on this delightful shore excursion, blending rich Venetian history with laid-back beach relaxation. Explore the iconic Bourtzi Fortress and unwind on one of the region's most inviting beaches--perfect for history enthusiasts and sun-seekers alike.

Your journey begins at the historic Nafplion cruise port, conveniently located in one of Greece's most picturesque coastal towns. Step aboard a boat for a leisurely ride across the sparkling Argolic Gulf to the enchanting Bourtzi Fortress, a majestic Venetian-era fort built on its own tiny island. Once ashore, your expert guide will lead you through its storied corridors, sharing fascinating tales of naval battles and ancient defenses while offering spectacular panoramic views of Nafplion's charming old town and its scenic coastline--ideal for unforgettable photos.

After your historical exploration, you'll head back to shore and enjoy a short scenic drive to the idyllic Karathona Beach, a hidden gem known for its soft golden sands and crystal-clear waters. Here you'll find your personal slice of paradise with provided sunbeds and beach umbrellas, allowing you to relax comfortably under the Greek sun. Take a refreshing dip in the turquoise sea, lounge peacefully on the sand, or simply soak in the tranquil coastal ambiance, far from the crowds.

This excursion offers an ideal balance of guided sightseeing and free time, ensuring you'll experience the very best of Nafplion's rich history and natural beauty. Your tour includes all transportation, entrance fees, boat transfers, sunbeds, umbrellas, and a friendly guide--making your day stress-free and enjoyable from start to finish.

Spaces fill quickly, so reserve your spot today for a memorable day exploring Nafplion's captivating fortress and sun-kissed coastline!

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Tour Type
Group
 
Group Size
Small
 
Activity Type(s)
Beach
 
Tour Duration
4.5 Hours
 
Activity Level
Moderate
 
Tour Leaves From
An approximate 3 to 5-minute walk from the cruise ship tender pier is required to reach your departure location. Full details will be provided in your electronic ticket upon confirmation.
 
Food/Beverage Provided
Not Included
 
Special Instructions
We recommend wearing your swimsuit under comfortable, light clothing and sensible, flat-soled walking shoes. A hat, sunglasses, towel, and sunscreen are also suggested.
 
Restrictions
This tour is not wheelchair accessible, and motorized scooters are not permitted. However, collapsible wheelchairs, walkers, strollers, and luggage are allowed.

A moderate amount of walking is required. Guests must be prepared to navigate steps, stairs, even, uneven, paved, unpaved, flat, and sand surfaces. Therefore, this tour would be difficult for individuals with mobility challenges due to uneven pathways, steps, and moderate physical activity, so please keep this in mind when considering joining this tour.

All passengers must provide birth dates of each participant at the time of booking, and carry a valid ID or passport at all times during the tour.
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About Shore Excursions Group
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About Us
Shore Excursions Group is the market leading and world's largest shore excursion company. Since 2008, we've provided cruise passengers with higher-quality, lower-priced, and smaller group shore excursions from a portfolio of nearly 4,000 tours in over 300 ports. Over the last 16 years, we've delivered more than 4.6M excursions with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating from more than 47k reviews.

Exceptional travel experiences are created by exceptional people. Our incredible team of cruise and travel experts has more than 100 years of combined industry experience, and we work in close collaboration with a network of exceptional tour operator partners dedicated to providing personalized and immersive excursions to cruise passengers in the ports they visit around the world.

Our excursions are higher quality, lower priced, and travel in smaller groups averaging just 12 guests per departure, allowing our guests to truly connect with the local culture and enjoy a more enriching travel experience. Our website provides a personalized shopping experience highlighting the top-rated and most popular excursions in each port of call with authentic photos, videos, and reviews from other guests.

Our proprietary itinerary search technology makes booking easy by displaying the excursions guaranteed to work for your ship's scheduled arrival and departure into each port of call. We also feature hand-curated multi-port packages with the top-rated excursion for each port bundled together at an additional discount.

Our Unique Approach
While the cruise lines and other companies also offer excursions, we are the experts and our experience and approach set us apart. Our exceptional excursions travel in smaller groups and visit more interesting and authentic locations, using more personalized tour guides.

Our team uses a comprehensive approach to select the leading guides and best tour providers around the world. Every excursion is carefully curated and closely monitored through quality control and customer feedback.

In today's fast paced world, vacations are an important way to relax, reconnect with family and friends, and discover new and interesting places - and our portfolio of the highest quality tours was created to provide authentic and rewarding travel experiences on your next trip.

High quality service is very important to travelers and leads to better experiences with higher satisfaction. We encourage you to call us, so our experts can answer your questions and help you select the best excursions for your cruise.

Our Exceptional Tours
Our priority is providing cruise guests with exciting and enriching tours with personalized service and smaller groups.

Our small group tours range from 2-12 people - far less than other tour companies with larger tours up to 50 people. We also offer outstanding private excursions - exclusive experiences for only you and your group with options to fully customize your tour.

Our "Scenic" tours provide up close and personal access to some of the most spectacular natural environments on Earth from majestic glaciers in Alaska to spectacular reefs in the Caribbean.

Our "Cultural" tours allow customers to experience local customs, entertainment and culinary delights ranging from tribal dances in Alaska to an outstanding local meal in Santorini, Greece.

Our "Active" tours offer a multitude of exciting and adventurous ways to experience our destinations. Kayak the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, hike to a spectacular waterfall in Hawaii, or bicycle through quaint villages in France.

Our "City" tours allow travelers to see the highlights of great cities around the world with unique insights provided by our expert tour guides.

Our Guarantee
We stand by our excursions, and we're committed to meeting your expectations. Our team and our guides are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences, which we've achieved consistently over many years and millions of tours. To the extent you are in any way dissatisfied with the experience we deliver, we will work to resolve your concerns - up to and including a full refund of your tour price. For more information visit the Shore Excursions Group website.

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About Shore Excursions Group

About Us
Shore Excursions Group is the market leading and world's largest shore excursion company. Since 2008, we've provided cruise passengers with higher-quality, lower-priced, and smaller group shore excursions from a portfolio of nearly 4,000 tours in over 300 ports. Over the last 16 years, we've delivered more than 4.6M excursions with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating from more than 47k reviews.

Exceptional travel experiences are created by exceptional people. Our incredible team of cruise and travel experts has more than 100 years of combined industry experience, and we work in close collaboration with a network of exceptional tour operator partners dedicated to providing personalized and immersive excursions to cruise passengers in the ports they visit around the world.

Our excursions are higher quality, lower priced, and travel in smaller groups averaging just 12 guests per departure, allowing our guests to truly connect with the local culture and enjoy a more enriching travel experience. Our website provides a personalized shopping experience highlighting the top-rated and most popular excursions in each port of call with authentic photos, videos, and reviews from other guests.

Our proprietary itinerary search technology makes booking easy by displaying the excursions guaranteed to work for your ship's scheduled arrival and departure into each port of call. We also feature hand-curated multi-port packages with the top-rated excursion for each port bundled together at an additional discount.

Our Unique Approach
While the cruise lines and other companies also offer excursions, we are the experts and our experience and approach set us apart. Our exceptional excursions travel in smaller groups and visit more interesting and authentic locations, using more personalized tour guides.

Our team uses a comprehensive approach to select the leading guides and best tour providers around the world. Every excursion is carefully curated and closely monitored through quality control and customer feedback.

In today's fast paced world, vacations are an important way to relax, reconnect with family and friends, and discover new and interesting places - and our portfolio of the highest quality tours was created to provide authentic and rewarding travel experiences on your next trip.

High quality service is very important to travelers and leads to better experiences with higher satisfaction. We encourage you to call us, so our experts can answer your questions and help you select the best excursions for your cruise.

Our Exceptional Tours
Our priority is providing cruise guests with exciting and enriching tours with personalized service and smaller groups.

Our small group tours range from 2-12 people - far less than other tour companies with larger tours up to 50 people. We also offer outstanding private excursions - exclusive experiences for only you and your group with options to fully customize your tour.

Our "Scenic" tours provide up close and personal access to some of the most spectacular natural environments on Earth from majestic glaciers in Alaska to spectacular reefs in the Caribbean.

Our "Cultural" tours allow customers to experience local customs, entertainment and culinary delights ranging from tribal dances in Alaska to an outstanding local meal in Santorini, Greece.

Our "Active" tours offer a multitude of exciting and adventurous ways to experience our destinations. Kayak the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, hike to a spectacular waterfall in Hawaii, or bicycle through quaint villages in France.

Our "City" tours allow travelers to see the highlights of great cities around the world with unique insights provided by our expert tour guides.

Our Guarantee
We stand by our excursions, and we're committed to meeting your expectations. Our team and our guides are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences, which we've achieved consistently over many years and millions of tours. To the extent you are in any way dissatisfied with the experience we deliver, we will work to resolve your concerns - up to and including a full refund of your tour price. For more information visit the Shore Excursions Group website.

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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.