Corinth canal, Ancient Corinth, Nemean valley, Ancient site of Mykines

Corinth Canal - Departure from Syntagma Square at 7:40 AM
Travel from Athens along the route of the Eleusinian Mysteries across the Corinth Canal. Visit the ruins of Ancient Corinth.

Nemea - Ascend the Acrocorinth for a view of the Nemean Valley.

Lunch break

Mykines - Visit Mykines and Mycenae, the archaeological site and former ruling place of King Agamemnon.

Nafplio - The first capital of Greece.
Drop off at hotel.
Free time to enjoy the pedestrian streets of the city.
Dinner.
Overnight stay.

Fortress of Palamidi, Ancient theater of Epidaurus, South of Peloponnese

Palamidi Castle - Departure from hotel at 9:00 AM
Visit the fortress of Palamidi, built by the Venetians during their second occupation of the area (1686–1715).

Mystras - Head towards the site of Mistra (2/3 hours).
Visit the site.

Monemvasia - Head towards Monemvasia.
Drop off at hotel.
Walk around the village.
Dinner.
Overnight stay.

Caves of Diros, Mistra

Monemvasia - After a night in Monemvasia.
Enjoy a morning at the beach.
Drive towards Olympia (3 hours).

Olympia - Lunch in Olympia.
Drop off at the hotel.
Free time to relax by the pool.
Walk around the village of Olympia.
Dinner.
Overnight stay.

Ancient site of the Olympic games, Museum, Rio Andirio bridge, Delphi

Archaeological Museum of Olympia - Visit the ancient site of Olympia and its archaeological museum.

Rion-Antirion Bridge - Drive on the western side of the Peloponnese.
Head towards Nafpaktos, crossing the Rio-Antirrio bridge, one of the world’s longest multi-span cable-stayed bridges and the longest of the fully suspended type.

Nafpaktos Old Port - Visit the Venetian Castle on the hill above the town and the picturesque port with its intense Medieval atmosphere.
Drive along the coastline towards Delphi, the “Center of the Universe.”

Delphi - Arrival in Delphi.
Drop off at the hotel.
Free time.
Dinner.
Overnight stay.

Visit the “center of the universe”, Museum; battlefield of Thermopylae

Delphi Archaeological Museum - Visit 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 in the Ancient Greek world.

Battlefield of Thermopylae - On the way to Meteora.
Visit the battlefield of Thermopylae, where the battle was fought in 480 BC between the Persian Empire and an alliance of Greek city-states led by Sparta under Leonidas I. This battle was depicted in the 2007 movie “300,” starring Gerard Butler and directed by Zack Snyder.

Lunch

Meteora - Arrive in Meteora.
Drop off at the hotel.
Free time.
Dinner.
Overnight stay.

Visit the monasteries

Great Meteoron Monastery - After breakfast, visit two other monasteries.
Relaxed departure from the hotel.
Visit 2-3 monasteries from a list of many, most of which are built on top of rocks or mountains. Some examples include:
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) - The Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada) at Meteora is one of the most photographed monuments in the area. It is also the most difficult to reach, but those who make it are rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view of the surroundings.

Visit ateliers of handicrafts.

Lunch

Drive back to Athens (4 hours).
Drop off at hotel.

• Private transportation
• 5 nights hotel accommodation
• Daily breakfast included
• Experienced English-speaking chauffeur

• Flights fare Sites ; tickets and guides ; Meals, estimated $50/day. Can be added upon request

Embark on a journey through a mythological landscape that has inspired numerous stories on this six-day road trip into the heart of the Peloponnese, the southernmost region of mainland Greece. This tour is ideal for enthusiasts of history, mythology, culture, and natural beauty.

Explore the ruins of the ancient sites of Mycenae and Corinth. Discover the ancient stadium of Epidaurus and visit a pottery workshop. Stand on the historic grounds made famous by King Leonidas and his legendary Spartan warriors. Experience the underground marvel of the Caves of Diros and the Byzantine ghost town of Mystra, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy shopping and dining in the charming Venetian port town of Nafplio and the medieval-like city of Nafpaktos. Conclude your adventure in the mountains of Delphi and explore the ancient ruins once considered the center of the world.

We take pride in helping travelers venture off the beaten path for an authentic experience. Please communicate any special requests or wishlist items to your driver.

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