Two days trip from Athens at Argolis and Ancient Olympia

2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

With this three day tour in ancient Sparta, Monemvasia and Olympia you will see another aspect of the ancient Greek civilization. Unlike the Athenians, the Spartans set their lives according to war and for that reason were the best soldiers in the known world. Monemvasia is a very unique town as it is actually a small island in shape of a rock connected with the coast with a bridge. It will give you a taste from the medieval Greece which is very little known.

What's Included

Private transportation
Phone charger
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tour Guides ( available with extra cost)
knowledgable english speaking driver
Free refreshments on board
entrance fees , lunch cost and the accommodation

Meeting and pickup

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

• Our company can pick you up from your hotel,airbnb and etc. or we can arrange a meeting point so our driver can pick you up. • Our driver will wait you at the meeting point (Airport, Piraeus port, Cruise terminals, Railway station) with a sign with your name on it. • If your pick up is from a hotel our driver will inform the reception desk that we arrived.

OR
Meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Ancient Corint Ancient Theater of Epidaurous and Naflio

    5 stops
  • 1

    Our first stop will be at the Corinth Canal, which divides Peloponnese from the mainland of Greece. The attempts of the opening go back in the ancient times but it was realised in 1893, proving that Greece was a modern country, capable to sustain projects like this.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    he theatre astonishes the visitors with its acoustics but it also shows the Greek’s level of knowledge of the human soul. The site that it is located in was dedicated to Asclepius the god of the doctors and was also used as a hospital and a research’s center. Scriptures indicate that ancient science was more advanced than we can imagine.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Nafplion’s contribution to Greek history starts in ancient times when it was a port and reaches its peak when it became the first capital of modern Greece. You will admire the neoclassical architecture and the Castles surround the town such as Palamide, Bourzi and Akronaflplia

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Our first stop will be at the Corinth Canal, which divides Peloponnese from the mainland of Greece. The attempts of the opening go back in the ancient times but it was realized in 1893, proving that Greece was a modern country, capable to sustain projects like this.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    we will head to Olympia where we will spend the night

    10 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Olympia

    2 stops
  • 6

    At Olympia you will wonder around the place that the first Olympic Games were taking place at first as a religious celebration and then till today as a celebration of the human body and spirit. The next day you will visit the site that was sacred and dedicated to Zeus, the father of all gods and all men. Among the various buildings you will see the temple of Zeus where his famous statue was standing and the stadium of the Olympic Games that could fit 45.000 people along with the buildings where the athletes were staying and practicing. The museum is full of treasures ready for you to enjoy them to the fullest. .The beautiful statues will astonish you not only with their details but also with the philosophy behind them

    3 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Athens

    The visit follows a meal at a local traditional restaurant and then we will drive back to Athens

    4 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • English Speaking Driver with History Knowledge
Supplied by Vip Tours Athens

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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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