2 Days Private Tour Peloponnese Sparta, Mystras and Monemvasia

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
CORINTH CANAL-NEMEA-SPARTA-MYSTRA-MANI
6 stops
1
Corinth Canal
We will begin with a drive along the coast. On the way you will view of some Greek seaside villages and the island of Salamis where the historical naval battle took place between the Athenians and the Persians. Our first stop the Corinth Canal. Opened in 1892 separating the Peloponnese peninsula from the rest of Greece and connecting the Saronic Gulf to the Corinthian Sea. You will have time to walk across on a pedestrian bridge to admire the canal closer, if you’re game on some days bungee jumping is an option.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
2
At the end, We will visit the best winery in Greece!Their Syrah has been awarded as the Best all over the World in 2013.Situated among vineyards, the Domaine Skouras winery is an ultra modern winemaking facility, with an elegant Greek architecture.A unique experience for unique travelers. The visit is optimal
50 minutes • Admission ticket not included
3
Archaeological Site of Mystra
Walking in the site on the upper point you will reach the citadel and enjoy a magnificent view of the surrounding areas while walking down hill you will meet the palaces and the Royal courtyards. Although known as the ghost city most of the monasteries are still in use and the monks will gladly show you around their small society. Before you exit you will come across the chapel of St. Demetrios, on its floor survives a plaque depicting a two head eagle the symbol of Byzantium. It was on this very plaque that Konstantine Palaiologos kneeled before he was crowned the last emperor of the Byzantium.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
4
Archaeological Museum of Sparta
The Archaeological Museum of Sparta is a museum in Sparta in Greece. It houses thousands of finds from the ancient Acropolis of Sparta, known as the Lakedaemonia, but also from the rest of the municipality of Laconia. The collection's pieces date from the Neolithic Age to the late Roman Period. There are seven rooms of an approximate area of 500 square metres 5,400 sq ft which display only a small part of the collection
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
5
Sparta
Following that we will spend the rest of our time in Sparta known as the eternal rival city of the Athenian Democracy. Sparta revolved around a different Cosmo theory for the ancient Greek standards. Initially known as the birth place of Helen of Troy and the Kingdom of Menelaus (in Mycenaean period), Sparta was organized as a purely military society in the ancient Greek period. It was the city of the two Kings were a few aristocrats ruled and of course the city where Leonidas and his 300 Spartans marched from to face the Persian army Thermopylae in 480 BCE.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
6
Leonidas Monument
Continuing we will pass in front of the stadium where the statue of King Leonidas stands marking the ending point of Spartathlon race Athens Sparta 245,3 km.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Monomvasia-Gytheio-Areopoli
4 stops
7
Monemvasia
Monemvasia, founded by the Byzantines in the sixth century, is a breathtaking medieval tower town located on the south eastern coast of the Peloponnese. Take the opportunity to explore this mystical stone built settlement, nestled at the edge of a big rock by the sea, and immerse yourself in a unique medieval atmosphere!
1 hour • Admission ticket free
8
Monemvasia Castle
Upon entering the castle, your journey through time begins. Peer into the history of the fortress the so called Gibraltar of the East, which was occupied by the Byzantines, the Crusaders, the Venetians, and the Turks in the past. Wander around its narrow cobbled streets, and admire the beautifully restored stone buildings. Taste culinary delights at a fine restaurant on the roof of a tower house, and spend a romantic night at a stone-built tower. The Kastro or castle is divided into two parts, the lower and upper town.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
9
Areopoli
Nestled in the foothills of the Saggias mountains on the western coast of the Peloponnese’s Mani Peninsula, Areopoli is often referred to as “Mani’s heart of stone”—a monicker that, it should be noted, has more to do with the town’s traditional stonemasonry buildings than with the (actually rather friendly and welcoming) disposition of its townsfolk. Mani, part of the district of Laconia, has emerged as a popular destination thanks to its winning combination of breathtaking rugged beauty and local history and culture, which you can delve deeper into with every village you visit. Just one glance at the map reveals that the region is dotted with scenic spots—gorgeous wild coves, tranquil beaches, and enchanting caves—as well as historical and built heritage sites, all within a stone’s throw from each other.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
10
Gytheio
A holiday in Gytheio is a holiday in the “Land of the Gods" literally as well as metaphorically! The town’s name is derived from "gyia" (land) and “theos” (god), but while you might think this reflects the area’s beauty, there’s actually another myth behind the name. When the ancient city was being built, Hercules and Apollo fell out over the sacred Delphic Tripod. However, since neither of them won the struggle for the tripod, the city was not named after either of them, but was instead called the "Land of the Gods”
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
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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