BEST Peloponnese Wine Roads Tour with Ancient Nemae

Athens, Greece
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Duration7h - 9h
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Exclusive to your group, we visit two of the best boutique wineries of the Peloponnese chosen for their quality production and their use of local indigenous varieties of grape. Experience a rare selection of some of the best wines Greece has to offer as well as informative tours of each learning about the various stages of production. Tastings are accompanied by cheese & cold cut platters and are led by the in-house experts at both wineries.

In addition, our tour visits to the important archaeological site of Nemea, the Museum and the nearby ancient Stadium.

With return transfers from your hotel or cruise ship and in the comfort of one of our new Mercedes E Class or Minivan models, our 'go at your own pace' tour aims to provide you with one of the most outstanding experiences of your visit.

Options

FULL DAY OPTION

Duration: 8 hours: 8 Hour Tour
TYPICAL ROUTE (tailorable): First Winery • Second Winery • Archaeological Site of Nemea & Ancient Stadium
TRAVEL IN LUXURY: Groups of 1 to 3: Mercedes EClass Luxury Sedan; 4-7 Mercedes Minivan; 8-14 Mercedes Sprinter. A/C / Free Wifi / Bottled Water
Pickup included

FULL DAY OPTION LUNCH INCLUDED

Duration: 8 hours: 8 Hour Tour
TRADITIONAL GREEK LUNCH: A reserved table awaits you in one of the best local Restaurants with a choice of menu. Vegetarian Options Available.
TYPICAL ROUTE (tailorable): First Winery • Second Winery • Archaeological Site of Nemea & Ancient Stadium
TRAVEL IN LUXURY: Groups of 1 to 3: Mercedes EClass Luxury Sedan; 4-7 Mercedes Minivan; 8-14 Mercedes Sprinter. A/C / Free Wifi / Bottled Water
Pickup included

HALF DAY & DISCOUNT OPTION

Duration: 5 hours: 5 to 6 Hour Tour
TYPICAL ROUTE (tailorable): First Winery • Archaeological Site of Nemea & Ancient Stadium
TRAVEL IN STYLE: Groups of 1 to 3: Superior Class Sedan; 4-7 Mercedes Minivan; 8-14 Mercedes Sprinter. A/C / Free Wifi / Bottled Water
Pickup included

What's included

  • First class transport: Mercedes E-Class Sedan or Minivan. Free WiFi, A/C, Chilled Bottled Water
  • Tour 100% exclusive to your group
  • Expert led Tours of both Wineries. Facilities & Production
  • Pickup and return from your Athens Hotel, Residence, Cruise ship
  • Professional English speaking experienced Tour driver throughout the day
  • Expert led Tastings of 5 Wines at each winery with a Sommelier with accompaniments
  • Visits to the Archaeological site, museum and Ancient Stadium at Nemea
  • Entrance fees
  • Athens Airport transfers or pickup locations outside Athens: arranged on request with extra cost

What to expect

  1. Corinth Canal
    30m
    After leaving the City our first stop will be at the Corinth Canal, which connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea.

    This short 6km but Historic Canal separates the Peloponnese from the Greek mainland and was a project first conceived by a ruler of Ancient Corinth, and began by Roman emperor Nero, although not completed until 1893.
  2. Nemea
    1h 30m
    Entering into the region of the Peloponnese we follow rolling countryside full of olive groves & orchards making a wonderful transition to your first winery. Here you will be led by an expert Sommelier who will provide a tour of the facility where you will learn about the production & cultivation of various local wines followed by a tasting of five quality wines along with accompaniments.
  3. Ancient Nemea
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    The Archaeological Site of Nemea. Nemea was famous in Greek mythology in relation to Hercules and the Nemean Lion, and was the site of regular athletic games.

    The centrepiece of the Nemea Archaeological Site is the Sanctuary of Zeus at Nemea developed at the beginning of the 6th century BC and was a Classic Doric Temple, with a number of other buildings & monuments which were used in the religious and athletic ceremonies of the ancient Nemean Games.
  4. Ancient Nemea
    Pass by
    The Stadium can also be seen at the Archaeological site and had a length of 178m. Athletes and the judges entered the Stadium through a vaulted tunnel and the baths in particular are well preserved with the original sinks still in place.
  5. Ancient Nemea
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    The Nemea Archaeological Museum is located within the Archaeological site. It contains a variety of associated artifacts from the coins of ancient visitors to pottery, tools, weapons and jewellery from the Mycenaean cemetery.
  6. Nemea
    1h 30m
    Finally, we visit our second winery of the day. The second winery is chosen for its production with different grape varieties & production in order to both broaden & deepen your knowledge & experience of the entire region. Similarly, you will sample a variety of wines along with accompaniments with the guidance from an in-house Sommelier.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

o Pick up time flexible on request. We suggest 07:30 but if a later time is preferred we will start according to your needs

o For Airport pickup and locations outside of Athens there may be a supplement. We will advise on booking.

o For Airbnb's please provide the exact address

o If you have luggage please provide details of quantity so we may provide the appropriate vehicle

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • LUNCH OPTION: Please let us know if anyone in your group has food allergies

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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