2 Day Private Tour of Sparta, Mystras & Monemvasia Overnight
About This Tour
Discover some of the Peloponnese’s most evocative historic landscapes on this private 2-day journey from Athens to Sparta, Mystras, and Monemvasia. Travel with...
Duration: 2 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Athens, Sparta, Monemvasia, Mystras · Languages: English, Greek
Know before you go: ANIMALS OR PETS ALLOWED; Confirmation will be received at time of booking; Infant seats available. Please notify us upon booking request.; This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate; Although our tour drivers are deeply knowledgeable about both ancient and modern Greek history, they are not licensed guides and cannot accompany you inside archaeological sites and museums. For a more detailed exploration, we offer local licensed tour guides at an additional fee (subject to availability)
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What's Included
- Fully Private Tour
- English speaking tour driver well-versed in Greek history
- Pick-up and drop-off service: Athens Hotel, Airbnb residence or Port
- Transportation via modern, first-class private vehicle
- All vehicles with Wi-Fi, A/C, Bottled Water
- Tour driver's overnight accommodation
Not Included
- Accommodation (option for hotel reservation upon request)
- Entrance fees to fees
- Licensed tour guide to accompany guests into the site and museum (additional cost, on request)
- Food & drinks
- Tips and Gratuities
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Sparta Pickup from your chosen hotel in Athens Drive to Sparta Visit the Sanctuary of Artemis Orthia a cult center associated with the rites of passage the young Spartans underwent through their rigorous training / agogi. Visit the Sanctuary of Apollo of Amyklae, a significant political and religious center of Sparta throughout antiquity. Explore the Menelaeinn at ancient Therapni. Here is attested from at least the 8th century BC the cult of the mythical King of Sparta Menelaus and his wife Helen of Troy! Visit the Spartan Archaeological Museum. Its neoclassical building was constructed between 1874 and 1876 in the center of the city and it has been declared a 'listed' building for it's architectural and historical interest. Visit the archaeological museum houses thousands of finds from the ancient acropolis of Sport known as the Lakedaemonia. The collection's pieces date from the Neolithic Age to the late Roman Period. Mystras Visit the Palace of Despots Must see Byzantine churches... Cathedral of Agios Demetrios , Church of Agioi Theodori, Church of Agia Sofia, Church of Panagia Hodegetria, Church of Panagia Pantanassa, Monastery of Panagia Perivleptos Visit the Mystras Archeological Museum Drive to Monemvasia Check-in at your chosen hotel Late lunch at a traditional restaurant inside the "Rock" Free time to stroll through the cobblestone alleys of the medieval city
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2Day 02
Monemvasia
Breakfast at Monemvasia Discover "The Rock": You will feel overwhelmed by the magical rawness, wildness, history and profound romanticism! Explore the marvelous Medieval castle: Discover the Christos Elkomenos Church featuring the heavily guarded icon of the Crucifixion. The Ritsos family residence together with a total of 40 churches will captivate you. St.Sofia Vathysfero cafe: Enjoy your refreshments and delicious Greek delicacies while gazing out to the Myrtoan sea. Lunch at Matoula's enjoying authentic "village style" delicacies captivated by the breathtaking panoramic views. Drive back to Athens
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Pickup service provided in Athens. · Tour start: Pickup service provided in Athens. — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
