Kalavryta History Nature and Action Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Travel by train: Athens Airport, Athens train station, Elefsina, Megara, Corinth, Kiato, Kalavryta.
1 stop
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Kalavrita
Start your journey by train from either Athens Airport or the Central Athens Railway Station. This wonderful route perfectly combines history and nature. The train passes through areas of significant archaeological interest, including Elefsina, Megara, and Ancient Corinth. You will enjoy unique changes of scenery: mountains, plains, and the endless blue of the Saronic Gulf, with views of Salamina Island. A highlight is the elevated view of the imposing Corinth Canal, which connects the Aegean with the Ionian Sea, linking West with East. The train journey concludes in Kiato. There, we welcome you aboard our private bus and continue to your final destination: the heroic Kalavryta, the capital of the Peloponnese ski resorts. Upon arrival at the hotel, you will check in for a rest and get acquainted with the town. We will organize your activities, followed by a tasting of Kalavryta’s famous traditional local cuisine.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Seasonal activities: Winter - Spring - Autumn - Summer.
4 stops
2
Spileo Limnon
Visit one of the most beautiful and rare caves in the world, the Cave of the Lakes. It is unique due to its 13 successive, cascading underground lakes spread across three different levels. Visitors can explore approximately 500 meters of the developed section via elevated artificial bridges. The experience is unforgettable, as impressive stalactites and stalagmites are reflected in the still waters, creating a mesmerizing sight. The cave also serves as a paleontological site; fossilized human and animal bones, including those of a hippopotamus, were found on the lower floor. The Natural History Museum is housed within the same complex. In addition to your tour office guide, specialized guides are provided inside the cave and museum, and their services are included in the ticket .
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
3
Winter in Kalavryta: Snow and ski enthusiasts, fully prepared with the necessary equipment and information provided by our office, head up to the Kalavryta Ski Center on Mount Chelmos after breakfast. Skiers receive their unlimited lift passes from us and immediately start their snowy adventure on the slopes. If you wish to learn the technique and secrets of skiing or snowboarding, experienced instructors are waiting to provide lessons. For others, the ascent is made via the aerial lift cabin. We stop at the first outdoor chalet to play in the snow and enjoy a hot beverage. We continue to the summit, where the view is breathtaking: a panorama that unites the mountain with the sea. Next, enjoy an exciting journey through the snow with a Snowmobile, and we visit the magnificent Cave of the Lakes. We close our day with homemade food, local wine, and warm rakomelo (raki with honey).
8 hours • Admission ticket not included
4
Kalavryta
During autumn, summer, and spring, we offer hiking on the beautiful trails of Kalavryta. Accompanied by experienced guides, you will explore the flora and fauna of this UNESCO-protected Geopark. Options include hiking around the natural environment of Lake Doxa, enjoying canoeing, or opting for an off-road adventure with 4x4 Buggy vehicles. Afterwards, we visit the Historic Mega Spilaio Monastery (Great Cave), Greece’s oldest monastery, founded in 362 AD. Built impressively into a cliff face and dedicated to the Virgin Mary, it houses her iconic image, traditionally believed to have been crafted by the Evangelist Luke using mastic and wax. Following a meal at a traditional local tavern,we will visit the area's oldest winery,which belongs to the Monastery. We will see the vineyards,learn how the monks produced wine historically versus today and conclude with a wine tasting of their renowned labels. Finally, we return to Kalavryta for rest. In the evening, relax with a drink and music.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
5
Kalavrita
During spring, summer, or autumn, we continue from the Cave of the Lakes towards the Ladon River. There, experience rafting! Fully equipped and with expert guides, you will enjoy unique moments of action in a stunning natural environment. Leaving the river, on our way to Kalavryta, we will witness two natural wonders: 1. Pausanias’ Vine (Klima): In the village of Pagkrati stands an ancient, centuries-old grapevine. The famous ancient traveler Pausanias documented it in 500 BC. Today, this plant is over 2,500 years old—a surreal sight. 2. Planitero: A visit to the picturesque village with its magnificent plane forest. You will see the Aroanios River literally gushing from the depths of the earth at its springs. The area features trout farms and traditional taverns where we will sit to enjoy fresh fish, local wine, and raki. Return to the hotel for relaxation. In the evening, unwind with music and a drink at one of Kalavryta's local bars.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
TRIP WITH THE RACK RAILWAY - DIAKOPTO - CORINTH CANAL - CORINTH TRAIN STATION - ATHENS
2 stops
6
Our three-day journey in historic Kalavryta concludes today. After breakfast, we depart for a visit to the Kalavryta Municipal Museum of the Holocaust [1]. Housed in the old primary school, the museum stands as a monument of remembrance and honor for the tragic events of the Occupation, offering a moving look into the history of this place. Following the museum visit, you will have free time for a stroll through the picturesque town and its traditional shops. You can purchase famous local products such as PDO barrel-aged feta cheese, honey, oregano, tea, walnuts, chestnuts, and spoon sweets—ideal souvenirs for you and your loved ones. At midday, we board the legendary Diakofto–Kalavryta Rack Railway, one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world. The little train traverses the impressive Vouraikos Gorge, passing through tunnels and over 49 bridges, offering unique images of wild natural beauty. In Diakofto, our bus will be waiting to transfer at famous Corinth Canal.
4 hours • Admission ticket not included
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Isthmus of Corinth
Arriving at coastal Diakopto, our bus will collect you for the next stop: the emblematic Isthmus of Corinth. There, you will admire this magnificent engineering feat up close. The Isthmus is the narrow strip of land connecting mainland Greece to the Peloponnese. The idea for the canal's opening preoccupied rulers like the 6th century B.C. tyrant Periander of Corinth and the Roman Emperor Nero. The vision became reality in July 1893 with the inauguration of the modern canal, which connects the Saronic with the Corinthian Gulf. We will stop at special viewing points to capture the impressive, vertical cliffs, reaching up to 79 meters high, that frame the narrow channel. After our brief stop, the itinerary concludes with your transfer to the Corinth train station, from where you will depart by train for Athens. Thank you very much for choosing to travel with us on this special experience. We wish you always health and joy in your lives! Have a safe journal.
3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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