The 6 day wine tour Greece to Ancient Nemea, Peloponnese & Santorini tour is suitable for serious wine lovers, who seek an escape from the ordinary and are looking for a different type of excursion. In the wineries of Ancient Nemea, you will have the chance to taste varieties of wines like Agioritiko, Roditis, Malagousia, Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon.
It is said that the climate and the altitude in Nemea is the ideal one for vineyards and that is what makes the wines produced here excellent and well known all over the world. Santorinian wine is one of those subjects that can cause deep scenes into the heart of even the most confident, well-seasoned traveler. Its solid reputation is built on close relationships with various wine growers, in-depth knowledge of each wine – its climate, vines, composition, taste – and a clever storage set-up.
We will pick you up from your hotel, Piraeus port (cruise ship)
Pick you up from your hotel at 08.30 we will have our first stop, at the Canal of Corinth with the amazing view of the 6 km length and 80m height! We will visit 2 wineries in Nemea
Afterwards we continue to reach Nemea, one of the most famous places in Greece for the vineyards and the productions of excellent and tasteful wines (mostly red ones) and above all this, the area of Ancient Nemea, where viniculture continues non-stop for 3,500 years! At Nemea area we will visit one of the most famous winery. More than 300 stremmas (area equal to 1000km) planted mostly with AGIORGITIKO, but also with Rodites, Malagousia, Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah can lavishly offer wines of quality names.
We continue to visit the second one brilliant winery at the area of Peloponnese which we will visit the vineyards and taste a vast array of wines. This winery cultivates the indigenous varieties grown in Argolida, Corinthia, Mantinia and Nemea, which are Roditis, Alepou and Moscofilero (all pink-skinned grape varieties, but usually used in white wine production), as well as reds like Agiorgitiko and, more recently, Mavrostifo of Argos, an old and almost extinct variety of the region. In addition, cosmopolitan varieties are also cultivated, such as Chardonnay, Viognier, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Merlot.
At noon we will reach in one of the beautiful towns of Greece and the first capital city at the Modern Greek history, the seaside town of Nafplio! Here you can have a delicious traditional lunch. At the end of the tour we will drop of at your hotel in Nafplio
After your breakfast, we will explore the seaside town of Nafplio. You can stroll between the ancient castles with amazing view, you also may simply stroll through the quaint streets of the old town, surrounded by bougainvillea or you will visit the Castle of the Town, with the 999 steps (!) with the amazing view, to the small island of Bourtzi, in the middle of the city’s harbor, the fort on the sea and Nafplio’s trademark.
we will visit the Ancient Mycenae, the center of Greek civilization, home to the kingdom of mythical Agamemnon. Visit the Cyclopean Walls, the famous Lion’s Gate and the ‘’Atreus King Tomb’’!
Afterwards, we will have our last stop at the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus of the 15.000 spectators and the breathtaking acoustics and then, we will return at your hotel in Athens late in the afternoon.
Our driver will meet you at your hotel at 05.45 to transfer you to Piraeus Port to take the fast ferry for the famous Santorini Island departing 07.00
You will arrive at the port of Santorini and our local driver will transfer you to your hotel. Free time to enjoy its beauty and Cycladic culture of Santorini, soak up the sun, swim in the Volcanic Pool in Santorini, walk at rim of Caldera and the thousands of narrow streets of the town Fira and get memorable photos.
(optional with extra cost) Embark on an enchanting Santorini cruise starting with a pick-up at the your hotel. Visit the therapeutic Hot Springs on Palea Kameni and enjoy a refreshing swim. Capture stunning photos of Aspronisi, the Ancient Lighthouse, Akrotiri, and Indian Rock. Explore the famous Red Beach with its unique volcanic sand and the secluded White Beach accessible only by boat. Indulge in a delightful onboard BBQ buffet featuring fresh seafood, grilled meats, salads, and desserts. Conclude the journey with a magical sunset view in Oia, as the Caldera and the village turn into a golden spectacle against the violet sky, creating an unforgettable experience.
The Estate Argyros (a modern style winery) winery is one of the most imposing on the island. Surrounded by vineyards, the cutting-edge production facilities are matched with a beautiful, relaxing, airy wine tasting hall, making Estate Argyros an impeccable experience including the famous Vinsanto, coupled with artisanal cheeses and cold cuts. Do not miss to taste and buy the Handmade Chocolate (Chocolate desserts) with Vinsanto paste filling. Flavored with Vinsanto wine from the island of Santorini, covered with a sumptuous dark chocolate frosting and punctuated with the smooth tang of Greek honey.
We will visit "Venetsianos Winery" with wonderful view to Caldera, as it is one of the best place in Santorini to taste wine while watching the sunset over the caldera! You will taste "Assyrtiko" as is the dominant white grape variety, which thrives in its homeland, the volcanic land of Santorini. You can choose to taste any of the various styles of wines that they produce, all the finest expressions of Santorini volcanic vineyard and Assyrtiko grape variety.
The visit at the winery includes tasting of the whole range of the wines and tour at the wine making areas. A series of packages of nine different wines are available for tasting. Gavalas's sommeliers and enologists will guide you step by step from the production of the wine to the glass on your table. During the tour, participants learn about the history, tradition, and latest developments of winemaking, while walking from the old stone-built cellars to the modern establishments. At the end of the tour we will transfer you back to your hotel.
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you at the Port to take the ferry to Piraeus
Upon your arrival in Piraeus our driver will wait to pick you up and transfer you at your hotel in Athens. Our services end
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If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
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