Discover the world of Alexander the Great through the extraordinary treasures, royal secrets, and family stories of ancient Macedonia. Departing from Thessaloniki, this journey to Vergina and Pella connects you with the places where his dynasty ruled, lived, and left its mark on history.
Your driver welcomes you with an introduction to the region, sharing local knowledge and stories along the way. Our passion for Alexander’s life runs through the experience, connecting the monuments you visit with the people behind them: their ambitions, relationships, achievements, and struggles for power.
Vergina: Beneath the Royal Burial Mound
Your first stop is Vergina, the site of ancient Aigai, Macedonia’s first capital and the burial place of its kings. Here, descend beneath the great burial mound into an atmospheric museum where royal tombs and remarkable treasures bring the Macedonian court into vivid focus.
Stand before the tomb attributed to Philip II, Alexander the Great’s father, and admire the extraordinary craftsmanship of the objects discovered within it. A golden burial chest, an intricate gold wreath of oak leaves, ceremonial weapons, and precious objects reveal the wealth and prestige of the royal family.
Beyond their beauty, these treasures open a window into royal life, beliefs, and burial traditions. Discover the story of archaeologist Manolis Andronikos’s remarkable discoveries and explore the questions these tombs continue to raise about Alexander’s family.
Pella: Walk Through Alexander’s Birthplace
Continue to Pella, the later capital of ancient Macedonia and the birthplace of Alexander the Great. Walk through the archaeological site and picture a thriving city of spacious homes, busy streets, and public gathering places.
Admire exquisite pebble mosaics dating to around 300 BC, whose hunting scenes and mythological figures reveal the artistry and tastes of the ancient city’s inhabitants.
At the Archaeological Museum of Pella, discover objects that bring you closer to everyday life in the Macedonian capital. Together, the site and museum reveal the world in which Alexander grew up, before his campaigns carried him far beyond Macedonia.
Throughout the journey, vivid storytelling and a love of the region connect these two remarkable places. Bring your curiosity, ask questions, and discover how the story of one extraordinary family became part of world history.
