14-Day Peloponnese Archaeology Tour with UNESCO Sites and Coastal Towns
About This Tour
Discover a richly detailed 14-day journey through the Peloponnese, exploring iconic ancient sites such as Epidaurus, Mycenae, Ancient Messene, and Olympia, alon...
Duration: 14 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Athens, Patras, Kalamata, Corinth, Argos, Sparta, Nafplio, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Ancient Corinth, Tolon, Olympia, Monemvasia, Mystras, Gytheio, Tiryns · Languages: English, Spanish
Know before you go: Provide this tour during the off-season period from September 1 until March 17 of the following year.; Recommend planning travel before or after the high season to avoid heat and crowds while still enjoying open attractions.; Highlight suitability for elderly travelers who need to avoid strong sun exposure and high temperatures.; Accept bookings only if made at least 30 days before the tour start date.; Operate this as a private tour with participation limited to your group only.; Allow a minimum of 1 person and a maximum of 5 people per booking.; Offer an exclusive solo tour option where a single traveler enjoys a fully private experience.; Require a single supplement for solo travelers who need a private room, except when the tour is booked for one person.; Provide the tour in English and Spanish.; Allow customization of the itinerary based on travel plans, interests, and schedule.; Assign this tour the reference number 172 on Monterrasol Travel private tours platform.; Include breakfast only during the tour to encourage experiencing local cuisine for lunch and dinner.; Provide transportation in an air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking driver.; Allow flexible stops for photos, rest, or coffee breaks during the journey.; Include accommodation in 3-star hotels with breakfast, typically located outside pedestrian historical centers.; Offer upgrades to higher-quality or centrally located accommodations upon request.
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What's Included
- Transport with a driver
- Transportation in a minivan with air conditioning
- Transportation for your group only, with no other travelers
- Company's tour guide
- Tour guide with you at all times
- Accommodation in 3-star hotels or pensions
- Accommodation with breakfast only
- Accommodation in double rooms
- Accommodation always with internet (provided by the property)
- English-speaking driver and guide
Not Included
- Lunch and dinner
- Accommodation in single rooms
- Hotel tourist tax
- Entry fees and tickets
- Flight tickets
- Ferry tickets
- Travel insurance
- Country visas
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Athens to Nafplio via Corinth Canal and Epidaurus
Begin the journey from Athens towards the Corinth Canal and stop at its impressive viewpoint. Continue to the Epidaurus Archaeological Site. Continue to the Epidaurus Archaeological Site. Explore the ancient theatre and visit the archaeological museum. Explore the ancient theatre and visit the archaeological museum. Proceed to Nafplio for accommodation. Proceed to Nafplio for accommodation.
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2Day 02
Nafplio, Acronauplia, Asini and Tolo
Explore the fortress of Palamidi Castle. Visit the Acronauplia Fortress. Visit the Acronauplia Fortress. Continue to the Asini Archaeological Site. Continue to the Asini Archaeological Site. Enjoy the seaside charm of Tolo. Enjoy the seaside charm of Tolo. Return to Nafplio for an overnight stay. Return to Nafplio for an overnight stay.
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3Day 03
Mycenae Excursion from Nafplio
Travel to the Mycenae Archaeological Site. Explore the legendary kingdom of Agamemnon and visit the museum. Explore the legendary kingdom of Agamemnon and visit the museum. Return to Nafplio for accommodation. Return to Nafplio for accommodation.
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4Day 04
From Nafplio to Sparta via Tiryns and Argos
Visit the Tiryns Archaeological Site. Continue to Argos and explore its archaeological remains. Continue to Argos and explore its archaeological remains. Proceed to Sparta for accommodation. Proceed to Sparta for accommodation.
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5Day 05
Sparta Archaeological Exploration
Explore the Sparta Archaeological Site. Visit historical landmarks and monuments across the city. Visit historical landmarks and monuments across the city. Stay overnight in Sparta.
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6Day 06
Mystras and Sparta Museum Visit
Travel to Mystras. Explore the Byzantine city and its remarkable ruins. Explore the Byzantine city and its remarkable ruins. Return to Sparta and visit the archaeological museum. Return to Sparta and visit the archaeological museum. Stay overnight in Sparta.
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7Day 07
Sparta to Monemvasia
Travel to Monemvasia. Explore the fortified town, the historical center, and the lighthouse. Explore the fortified town, the historical center, and the lighthouse. Stay overnight in Monemvasia.
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8Day 08
Monemvasia Upper Town and Sea Views
Explore the upper town and historic churches. Visit scenic viewpoints overlooking the Myrtoan Sea. Visit scenic viewpoints overlooking the Myrtoan Sea. Stay overnight in Monemvasia.
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9Day 09
Monemvasia to Areopoli via Gytheio
Travel to Gytheio and explore the coastal town. Continue to Areopoli. Continue to Areopoli. Explore the fortified town and its historic character. Explore the fortified town and its historic character. Stay overnight in Areopoli.
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10Day 10
Areopoli to Kalamata via Neo Itilo and Stoupa
Visit Neo Itilo and Stoupa. Continue to Kardamyli to see its seaside fortress. Continue to Kardamyli to see its seaside fortress. Proceed to Kalamata for accommodation. Proceed to Kalamata for accommodation.
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11Day 11
Kalamata to Olympia via Ancient Messene
Travel to Ancient Messene. Explore the extensive ruins and museum. Explore the extensive ruins and museum. Continue to Olympia for accommodation. Continue to Olympia for accommodation.
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12Day 12
Olympia Archaeological Exploration
Explore the Olympia Archaeological Site. Visit the archaeological museum. Visit the archaeological museum. Stay overnight in Olympia.
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13Day 13
Olympia to Patras
Travel to Patras. Visit the fortress and the Cathedral of Saint Andrew. Visit the fortress and the Cathedral of Saint Andrew. Stay overnight in Patras.
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14Day 14
Patras to Athens via Rio and Ancient Corinth
Visit the Rio Fortress. Continue to Ancient Corinth. Continue to Ancient Corinth. Explore the archaeological site and museum. Explore the archaeological site and museum. Return to Athens to conclude the tour. Return to Athens to conclude the tour.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Pickup is available from any hotel or location in Athens or the surrounding area. · Tour start: Athens, Greece — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.