Explore nature & history in Kalavryta

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8 to 9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

A day full of history, culture and nature...Kalavryta!!

We will get on our Van and drive to Diakofto where a trip to your dreams awaits. Boarding the scenic train, the Cog Railway, you will go up on the green slopes of Helmos, a tour described as one of the six rarer train tours in the world. You will cross the beautiful gorge of Vouraikos and after 60 minutes you will reach the beautiful village of Kalavryta.

Then we will visit the monastery of Agia Lavra which was built in the 10th century and became the center of the national liberation fight of the Greek people.

After that you will have free time in the village of Kalavryta for a coffee, lunch or shopping.

The last stop of the tour is “Mega Spileo” (the Great Cave), one of the most famous and ancient monasteries in Greece. According to legend, in a remote cave a miraculous carved image of Holy Mary was found by chance, made of resin and wax.

What's Included

Visit "Agia Lavra" monastery (Optional)
Visit "Mega Spilaio" monastery
Free time in Kalavryta
English speaking escort
Transportation
Visit Cave of the Lakes (optional)
Cave of the Lakes entrance ticket
Lunch
Certificated guide
Cog Rail Ticket
Mega Spilaio entrance fee

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up all travelers from hotels, apartments, houses. We will contact you a few days before departure by phone or email for the specific pick up location.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Get on the famous rack railway through Vouraikos Corge

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Visit the historic monastery built in the rock

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Optinal visit to the Caves of the Lakes

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    Historic monastery and museum (Optional Visit)

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Visit Kalavrita village. Free time for lunch

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Enjoy Tours Greece

Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Rail Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup

Cancellation Policy

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

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