Our route starts before the archaeological site of Mycenae. The first thing that impresses us is the hidden and forgotten Mycenaean bridge into the gorge called Chavos which is in a very good condition.
Continue along the ancient path that appears and disappears as we walk—lost and found again—through olive and orange groves, along agricultural roads and hidden trails.
Suddenly we meet in our path one strange building. Probably, it was a guard room to keep an eye οn the gοddess Hera while she passed with her carriage to go to her temple of ancient Heraio (that is the story we hear from local farmers).
The path has a lot of uphill and downhill turns and on our way, we meet a small chapel with a nice view to rest and have a break.
As we continue, the view while we approach the ancient Heraio becomes more and more majestic. You can see and observe everything! The surrounding villages, mountains, Argos & Nafplio cities, the sea..
One more surprise is waiting for us… one Mycenaean vaulted tomb, hidden in an olive field… It’s amazing how gracious it is…
The best part is at the end of our tour. The archaeological sight of ancient Heraio.
We can stop our walking tour in ancient Heraio or can go back to Mycenae through agricultural roads, making a circular route.
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Important Information
Starting point: Mycenae
Level: Easy
Distance: 6 km one way or 12 km circular route
Duration: Approx. 3.5 or 5 h
Hot spots: Hidden Mycenaean bridge, base of ancient guard room, walking through olive fields, majestic panoramic view of Argolis gulf & of Argolis plain, hidden Mycenaean vaulted tomb, picturesque small chapels, the sacramental beauty of the archaeological site of ancient Heraio.
Ways of crossing: On foot, by bicycle
Book your seat, ask details via email: info@grecopaths.gr
Included: Transportation from your hotel in Nafplio and back, local, English speaking tour escort, traditional snack, personal insurance, walking poles, backpack (if necessary), photographs from the tour.
Extra Activity: Visitation to a local farmer’s manor to see his local crops, sheep, the traditional outdoor stone oven, and the panoramic view to taste ouzo or tsipouro and meze or to have dinner/lunch or just a cup of coffee or tea with handmade dessert.
