Overview
A unique opportunity to visit both the UNESCO World Heritage site and the historic 42 B.C. battlefield of Philippi plus, upon return to Thessaloniki, to interact with the battle's strategies with strategic games experts, while buffet dining.
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- Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup offered
What's included
Ticket to the archaeological site of Philippi
Dinner
In-vehicle air conditioning
War gaming with the equipment and under the game instructions of members of the Hellenic Association of Friends of History and Strategic Games
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Return to Thessaloniki, at the Ticking Clock events venue, for the war gaming experience. No transport to the hotel is foreseen afterwards.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Philippi
3 hours
Visit with an accredited guide the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Philippi, named after himself by Philip II, the father of Alexander the Great.
In a city that flourished as a Christian metropolis after Apostle Paul founded there the first Christian Church in European territories in 49-50 A.C., a 4th c. B.C. theatre, a Roman Forum, three early Christian basilicas, an Octagon Church and the assumed spot where Apostle Paul was imprisoned after curing a girl are among the highlights to be seen.
Entrance fee to the site is included.
Outside the city lies the field of one of the greatest battles of the Roman Civil War, involving about 200,000 men, where the forces of Marcus Antonius and Octavianus clashed in 42 B.C. with those of Brutus and Cassius, in order to avenge for Julius Caesar's assassination. -
Thessaloniki
3 hours
In the evening, back in Thessaloniki, members of the Hellenic Association of History and Strategic Games Friends will guide you to the strategies of the Battle of Philippi with the modelling representation they have created themselves.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Athens).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Full-Day Private Tour of Philippi with Pick Up
Can I cancel Full-Day Private Tour of Philippi with Pick Up for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 12–15 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
Return to Thessaloniki, at the Ticking Clock events venue, for the war gaming experience. No transport to the hotel is foreseen afterwards. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Ticket to the archaeological site of Philippi
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- War gaming with the equipment and under the game instructions of members of the Hellenic Association of Friends of History and Strategic…
What's not included?
- Lunch
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Operated by Ticking Clock
