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10 Day itinerary in Greece, Europe

Drive in Peloponese, The Island of Pelops

Peloponese, literary, the island of Pelops, actually it is not an island as it is connected to European mainland by the Canal of Corinth. It is a land rich, of history, nature, agro-tourism, beaches, and charming villages and ports. Discover the history of Olympia, where every 4 years the Greek citi... Read More

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Overview

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GUIDANCE

On Some Day Trips

starting point

Athens

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Classic Sights

Outdoors & Nature

Beach & Sea

Start/End

Night

Highlights

1

Explore the old quarters of Athens, as well as archaeological sites, while tasting local dishes

2

Enjoy a kayaking tour in the Nafplion seas and its limpid waters following the Argolid coast

3

Embark on a tour of the medieval castle and visit of an olive oil manufacturer in Kalamata

4

Hike in the mountains of Messene, through the rivers and waterfalls of Polylimnio

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Airport Transfer

Arrival in Athens, and transfer to your hotel. Night in the Hellenic capital, in the center of Athens, between historic neoclassical houses and a thousand-year-old archaeological site, under the light of the heroes of Olympians.

Accommodation:

  • Mid-Range Accommodation: 3* Hotel
Day 2

place Athens City Tour and Transfer to Nafplio

Morning dedicated to visiting the center with our local guide. Tour of the old quarters of the center, through neoclassical and modern houses, archaeological sites, while tasting local dishes. After noon, pick up the rental car and drive to Nafplio, one of the most beautiful towns in the Peloponnese with a rich history, as well as the region where many ancient civilizations lived. Athens to Nafplio - 139kms

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Mid-Range Accommodation: 3* Hotel
Day 3

place Nauplia Argolid Region

Morning city tour with our guide who will show you the secrets of Nafplion, its historic buildings, its traditional passages, and the places where you will taste local and seasonal specialties. After, free time to visit the archaeological sites including Mycenae, a civilization over 4000 years old, and the site of Epidaurus with its ancient theater with perfect acoustics, still in use today.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Mid-Range Accommodation: 3* Hotel
Day 4

place Kayaking tour and transfer to Monemvassia

Kayaking day to have fun in the Nafplion seas and its limpid waters following the Argolid coast. Free afternoon to relax or discover the history of the region, the Palamide Palace, the archaeological sites of Tyrinth and Argos. Road to the south of the Peloponnese on the medieval peninsula of Monemvassia, a village that remains in Byzantine time. Nafplio to Monemvassia -168 kms

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Mid-Range Accommodation: 3* Hotel
Day 5

place Transfer to Kalamata

Departure to your next destination through the villages of Mani, Gythion, Aeropoli, Itilo, Mani, Kardamyli, and not to miss the cave of Diros where small boats make you navigate between stalactites and stalagmites. Arrive at Kalamata, the main port of the South Peloponnese, with its promenade by the water and countless cafeterias. Monemvassia to Kalamata - 145 km

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Mid-Range Accommodation: 3* Hotel
Day 6

place Transfer to Pylos and tour of the Medieval Castle

Morning with a local guide to discover the city, its history, its Frankish castle, and also discover an olive oil manufacturer with tasting. After noon, departure west to Pylos, passing through the ancient site of Messene, which is very well-preserved. Pylos has been known since antiquity, when King Nestor participated in the Trojan War, to see the archaeological site 30 min away where his villa is located. The museum of Pylos is full of vestiges of the region since the ancient period, and is located at the castle of the city. Also, worth visiting is the very beautiful Voidokilia beach, voted as one of the most beautiful in the world, the villages of Koroni and Methoni at the southern tip are very charming. Kalamata to Pylos - 56 km

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Mid-Range Accommodation: 3* Hotel
Day 7

place Hiking in the mountains of Messene and transfer to Olympia

Morning with your guide for a hike in the mountains of Messene, through the rivers and waterfalls of Polylimnio, bridges, gorges, then a swim to cool off. After a small picnic with local dishes, the guide will teach you archery. After noon return to Pylos and drive to Olympia. Possibility to see the temple of Apollo Basae on the way, before arriving at Ancient Olympia. Pylos to Olympia - 107kms

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Mid-Range Accommodation: 3* Hotel
Day 8

place Olympia City Tour and transfer to Loutraki

Visit of ancient Olympia with your local guide, who will show you the stadium, the temples, the places of rest and athletes. The museum is full of magnificent works of art such as the Hermes by Praxitele. Road to Loutraki passing by the wine estate of Achaia Clauss to visit the place and also do some wine tasting with local grape varieties. Continuation to Loutraki, on the way, if the weather allows it you can take the little train to the village of Diakopto to get off at the first stop and walk down the rails, through streams and waterfall. Olympia to Loutraki - 178 km.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Mid-Range Accommodation: 3* Hotel
Day 9

place Free Day in Loutraki - Corinth Region

Rest in Loutraki. Relaxing day, in the thermal waters of the region, but also the possibility of visiting the archaeological site of Heraion under the Hellenic and Roman period and the lighthouse of the region, passing by Lake Vouliagmeni. Possibility to visit the site of ancient Corinth, rival city of Athens, but also to choose different activities and excursions, such as the cruise on the canal that separates mainland Greece from the Peloponnese (not included).

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Mid-Range Accommodation: 3* Hotel
Day 10

place Transfer back to Athens

Last day in Greece, following the departure of your flight, a short detour near the airport, at Cape Sounion to admire the temple of Poseidon by the sea, and live one last memory before taking off. Loutraki to Athens - 113 km.

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

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  • 3* Hotel

Meals expand_less

  • Breakfast (9)

Transport expand_less

  • Car rental on day 2 taken at the Athens hotel and returned on the last day at the airport

Activities expand_less

  • Guided City tour and tasting in Athens
  • 3 hour guided tasting tour in Nafplio
  • Kayak tour in Nafplio
  • Tour of the medieval castle and visit of an olive oil manufacturer in Kalamata
  • Hike to the waterfalls of the in region and picnic in Pylos
  • Guided Olympia Tour in the site and the museum

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