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Overview
Step into a mythological realm that has inspired countless tales on this six-day road trip that goes deep into the Peloponnese, the southernmost part of continental Greece. This tour is perfect for lovers of history, mythology, culture, and natural beauty.
Walk among the ruins of the ancient sites of Mycenae and Corinth. See the ancient stadium of Epidaurus and visit a pottery. Stand on the earth made famous by King Leonidas and his ancient Spartan warriors. Visit the subterranean wonderland of the Caves of Diros and the Byzantine ghost town of Mystra, a UNESCO world heritage site. Shop and dine in the pretty Venetian port town of Nafplio and the medieval-feeling city of Nafpaktos. Conclude your tour in the mountains of Delphi and visit the ancient ruins of what used to be considered the center of the world.
We pride ourselves on helping travelers get off-the-beaten path and getting an authentic experience. Please communicate with your driver any special requests or wishlist items.
What's included
Private transportation
5 x night hotel; 1 x breakfast ; Transportation with English experienced Chauffeur
Breakfast
Flights fare Sites ; tickets and guides ; Meals, estimated $50/day. Can be added upon request
What to expect
Day 1: Corinth canal, Ancient corinth, Nemean valley, Ancient site of Mykines
Corinth Canal
1h · Admission ticket not included
Departure from Syntagma square at7:40AM
Travel from Athens along the route of the Eleusinian Mysteries across the Corinth Canal. Visit the ruins of Ancient Corinth
Nemea
1h
Ascend the Acrocorinth for a view of the Nemean Valley
Lunch break
Mykines
1h
Visit of Mykines and Mycenae, where there is an archaeological, ruling place of king Agamemnon
Nafplio
2h
This is the first capital of Greece
Drop off at Hotel
Free time enjoying pedestrian streets of the city
Dinner
Overnight
Day 2: Fortress of Palamidi, Ancient theater of Epidaurus, South of Peloponnese
Palamidi Castle
1h · Admission ticket not included
Departure from hotel at 9:0 AM
Visit the fortress of Palamidi. The fortress was built by the Venetians during their second occupation of the area (1686–1715)
Mystras
3h
Direction site of MISTRA (2/3 hours)
Visit of site
Monemvasia
1h
Direction MONEMVASIA
Drop off at hotel
Walk around the village
Dinner
Overnight
Day 3: Caves of Diros, Mistra
Monemvasia
4h
After a night in Monemvasia
Enjoy a morning beach time
Drive direction of Olympia (3hrs)
Olympia
4h
Lunch at Olympia
Drop off at the hotel
Free time: relaxing by the pool
Walking around the village of Olympia
Dinner
Overnight
Day 4: Ancient site of the Olympic games, Museum, Rio Andirio bridge, Delfi
Archaeological Museum of Olympia
2h · Admission ticket not included
Visit of the ancient site of Olympia.
Visit the archaeological museum of games and its museum
Charilaos Trikoupis Rio-Antirrio Bridge
2h
Drive on the western side of the PELOPONNESE
Direction Nafpaktos crossing Rio-Antirrio bridge.
It is one of the world's longest multi-span cable-stayed bridges and longest of the fully suspended type.
Nafpaktos Old Port
1h · Admission ticket not included
Can visit the Venetian Castle, on top of the hill above the town, and the picturesque port with the intense Medieval feeling.
Drive along the coastline towards Delphi (or Delfi), the "Center of the Universe"
Delphi
3h
Arrival at Delphi
Drop off at the hotel
Free time
Dinner
Overnight
Day 5: Visit of the "center of the universe", Museum; battlefield of Thermopylae
Delphi Archaeological Museum
2h · Admission ticket not included
Visit of the ancient site of Delphi and the Archaeological museum of Delphi. For nearly 2,000 years, the Oracle of Delphi was the most prominent religious figure of the Ancient Greek world.
Campo della battaglia delle Termopili
2h · Admission ticket not included
On the way to Meteora
Visit of the battlefield of Thermopylae. the battle was fought in 480 BC between Persian Empire and alliance of Greek city-states led by Sparta under Leonidas I. This battle was revived in 2007 by the movie "300", with Gerard Butler Directed by Zack Snyder.
Lunch
Meteora
3h
Arrive at Meteora
Drop off at the hotel
Free time
Dinner
Overnight
Overnight
Day 6: Visit of the monasteries
Great Meteoron Monastery
3h · Admission ticket not included
After breakfast, visit two other monasteries,
Relaxing departure from Hotel
Visit 2/3 monasteries from a list of many, most of them are built on top of rocks or mountains some examples are:
The Monastery of Great Meteoron
The Monastery of Varlaam
The Monastery of Holy Trinity
The Monastery of Roussanou
The Monastery of St. Nikolaos....
Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada)
4h · Admission ticket not included
The Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada) at Meteora is one of the most photographed monuments in the area. At the same time, it’s the most difficult to reach. If you make it you will be rewarded with the breathtaking panoramic view of the surroundings.
Visit ateliers of handicrafts
Lunch
Drive back to Athens (4hours)
Drop off at Hotel
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Syntagma Square, at the entrance of Ermou street, in front of the McDonald’s facing the square
End point
Syntagma Square, at the entrance of Ermou street, in front of the McDonald’s facing the square
Pickup details
Syntagma Square, at the entrance of Ermou street
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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
