Peloponnese Explorer

TRIP CODE - GX | GREECE

Time travel on this comprehensive loop of the Peloponnese’s legend-filled landscapes, from the ruins of Mycenae, whose King Agamemnon famously invaded Troy, to the Mani Peninsula, a chiselled turquoise coastline where the inhabitants share Spartan roots.

OTHER HIGHLIGHTS

Athens | Explore one of the world’s oldest cities including the impressive Acropolis

Delphi | Take a guided tour of the Temple of Apollo, on the rocky slopes of Mount Parnassos

Olympia | Birthplace of the Olympics, discover the magnificent ancient ruins including the arena

AU$3720 per person, trip only. (13 days)

NZ$3860

At A Glance

TRIP PACE: Full On

ACCOMMODATION:

12 nights comfortable hotel

Optional single rooms available

TRANSPORT:

Bus | Public Bus | Taxi

MEALS:

Breakfast: 12

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PRODUCT RATING: MONTHS OF TRAVEL:

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DAY 1: Join trip in Athens.

DAY 2: Orientation walk of Athens including a guided tour of the famed Acropolis.

DAY 3: Public bus to Nafplion with an orientation walk on arrival and the chance to stroll to the local beach.

DAY 4: Walk to Palamidi Fortress. Public bus to Epidavros to see the well preserved ancient theatre.

DAY 5: Drive to Areopolis on the Mani Peninsula via the fascinating ancient ruins at Mycenae.

DAY 6: Free day in Areopolis. Option to join a trip to Monemvasia on a small island off the coast.

DAY 7: Discover the Mani Peninsula including the fortified village of Vathia and Cape Tenaro.

DAY 8: Drive to Pylos via the ruins of medieval Mystras, perched in the Taygetos Mountains.

DAY 9: Visit Neokastro Castle. Free afternoon in Pylos. Option to visit the Venetian fortress at Methoni.

DAY 10: Visit the Vaulted Tomb of Ano Anglianos. Discover Olympia, once home to the ancient Olympic Games.

DAY 11: Guided tour of Delphi, including the Temple of Apollo and visit to the museum.

DAYS 12–13: Visit Lower Delphi en route back to Athens, where our trip ends.