Top Peloponnese Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 4

Explore the atmospheric villages of the Mani—the wild and mountainous region known for gorgeous coves and fortified houses—and the Caves of Diros too on this private day trip from Kalamata (entrance fees at own expense). Your driver/guide will collect you from your door in a Mercedes vehicle with onboard Wi-Fi, take you to Kardamili, Stoupa, and a selection of mountain villages, and bring you to the dramatic flooded caves.

Explore the ancient wonders of Mycenae and Epidaurus without the hassle of driving yourself on a shared transfer tour from Nafplio. Visit the Archaeological Site Mycenae and the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, where you'll have free time to explore on your own, returning to Nafplio at the end of the day.

This whistlestop adventure from Corinth is perfect for independent travelers who’d like the luxury of private transport between attractions. Take the stress out of navigating public transport by having private taxi pickup, drop-off, and transfers included. You’ll travel with ease between dispersed sights, with air-conditioning and Wi-Fi. Attractions you’ll visit include the Ancient Epidaurus Theater, the Archaeological Museum of Epidaurus, and the Canal of Corinth. Note: this is not a guided tour.

Visit four of the Peloponnese’s historical highlights on this private, full-day tour from Nafplio. Travel deep into the Peloponnese, one of the crucibles of ancient Greek history and mythology, in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Explore UNESCO-listed Mycenae, a hilltop city from the 2nd millennium BC. See the Lion’s Gate and other highlights, and then view the Corinth Canal and Ancient Corinth, a crumbled Greco-Roman city. Lastly, take in the ruins of Epidaurus, an ancient healing center notable for the UNESCO-listed Sanctuary of Asklepios and a spectacular classical theatre.

Mix Greek wine, mythology, and history on a tour to Nemea from Nafplio. Travel to picturesque Nemea, the Peloponnese’s major wine-growing region, with a local guide. Learn how the mythical Hercules killed a lion here as one of his 12 tasks, and explore ancient Nemea; the site of the Nemean Games between the 6th and 2nd centuries BC. See the ruins of the Stadium of Nemea and continue to two wineries. Discover the winemaking process and taste some top-notch Nemean wines such as Agiorgitiko reds and whites.

Explore ancient Olympia like never before! Come along on a trip back in time to the myths and legends of the site that gave birth the Olympics with a local expert and field archeologist. Visit the highlights of the Olympic site, the playground of the Gods and heroes of Greek mythology. See where the Olympic flame is lit for each Olympiad and don't hesitate to run the Olympic track!

Get to know the best of Nafplio on a walking tour of the city led by a local guide. Let your guide take care of navigating as you stroll between the sights, hearing fun facts and history about the city you might not get in the guidebook. Check off top sights such as the Old Mosque, Vouleftikon, and the harbor island fortress of Mpourtzi, plus more, on one convenient tour.

Learn about olives and olive oil, both central to Greece’s traditional and healthy diet, on this action-packed tour from Nafplio that offers deeper insight into local culture than you'd get alone. Journey into an olive-growing region and stop at a village famous for olive oil production. Stroll through the olive groves and visit a modern mill to see how the fruits are pressed into rich, pure olive oil. Lastly, sample some exquisite oils with traditional olive-based treats and snacks, including olive paté, bread, and feta cheese.

Indulge in a 3-hour journey full of flavor on this olive oil tasting and ancient Epidavros tour. Departing from Nafplion, venture through the stunning Argolic plane towards Epidaurus. Visit a charming olive oil production plant where you can wander through the grounds, uncover captivating history, discover the production process, and delight in a tasting of Greek olive oil, olives, and other delicacies. Unravel the mysteries of ancient Epidaurus, taking in the ancient theater, a revered archaeological gem of Greece.

We cooperate with 2 families who are located 40 min drive from Nafplio in a mountainous village, 700 meters altitude. The village is one of the highlights in our region where locals hang out and where you can eat authentic , village food. One family has a restaurant-local tavern and the other one owns a home with a wooden oven.What we are going to do; We drink fresh water at the spring fountain at the village square while we do an introduction about this place. Continuing we drink a mountain tea with honey and a panoramic view of the mountains and the village.Afterwards aprons on and hands on , to start making 2 recipes :The famous Greek tzatziki and Gemista (Stuffed vegetables with sauce and rice) As soon as we finish you will walk just 5 min from the restaurant to meet the second 'chef'-housewife-Greek grandmother (yiayia in Greek)You are going to learn how to cook a cheese pie making your own phyllo and learning how to cook it in a wooden oven-Slow cooking-

Make the most of your limited time ashore at Katakolon—and take all the hassle out of your sightseeing—with this private, half-day shore excursion. Following port pickup, head straight to the major archaeological site of Olympia, where you'll have time for independent sightseeing and can visit the on-site museum (entry own expense). Next, visit a honey producing for a tasting (own expense), and enjoy a refreshing beach visit before returning to port.

Instead of roaming around Olympia alone, let a local field archaeologist give you a tour of the site of the ancient Olympics. Skip the line for admission on this private tour; you’ll meet your guide at the entrance, and they’ll lead you through the historic training facilities. Whether you’re a history buff or exploring Ancient Greece for the first time, your guide can personalize this tour to your interests.

Make the most of your time at shore with this private tour to Olympia, the site of the first Olympic games. Explore the archaeological site and museum to learn about the city’s history. Visit the Temple of Zeus, see where the Olympic torch is lit every four years, and discover ancient antiquities throughout the day.

The Olympia Archaeological Site is the birthplace of the Olympic Games and home to sights, artworks, and monuments with histories not always apparent to independent travelers. This private tour offers round-trip transportation from Katakolon and visits the archaeological site with a local guide who can give historical context. Then, visit the Archaeological Museum nearby, home to statues, tools, ceramics, and weaponry excavated from the site.

On this full-day, luxury excursion, you’ll travel from Kalamata to Sparta on a privately guided tour. Cover both traditional and modern sides of the region, with stops at the Acropolis of Ancient Sparta, a local olive oil museum, and an optional, Mediterranean-style restaurant meal, at an additional cost. Tours include door-to-door hotel or cruise port transfers in an air-conditioned Mercedes.

Joining our tour you will visit one of the oldest and most important cities in Greece, Corinth and an area with great history and long tradition in wine making, Nemea. By walking through the village of anc. Corinth you can get to know its long history, from the ancient times (Temple of Apollo) to the Roman times (roofed passages, public baths) and the Christian times, during which Apostle Pavlos (Saul) taught at its market. In the archaeological museum of the city will have the chance to admire interesting findings. The tour continues in Nemea, known since the ancient years for organizing the great local games “Nemean”, but also known by a famous fable, according to which Nemea was the place where Hercules killed the terrifying lion, that had been devouring the state, and thus completed his first task. We will visit the archaeological site, the stadium and Temple of Zeus right next to wineyards and wineries. This will be a day full of history and nature.

Experience the ancient history and culture of the Peloponnese on this full-day private tour from Nafplio. Depart from your local accommodation in a private vehicle with a driver-guide and make your way to the Corinth Canal, the ancient Theater of Epidaurus, and Mycenae. Enjoy free time to wander through Nafplio independently.

Taste wines in one of the oldest wine regions in Greece on this private excursion to Nemea. You’ll get to try *Agiorgitiko* red wine while you learn about Hercules and his mythical pursuits in the region. You’ll visit either one or two wineries, plus have an optional visit to an archaeological site if you like. Enjoy this with just your private group.

Experience the birthplace of the Olympics on this private all-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel to ancient Olympia in a luxury minivan with a personal driver-guide. Explore the Temples of Zeus and Hera, the Gymnasium, the Stadium, and the site’s immersive Archaeological Museum of Olympia. Finish the tour with a relaxing stroll around the estate of a historic winery and distillery in the Peloponnesian countryside.

Explore the best of Ancient Olympia on this private tour, where you visit several ancient cities in two hassle-free days. Visit Corinth Canal, Mycenae the mythical Agamemnon, and Nafplion, one of Greece’s most romantic cities. You have round-trip transport from your hotels, a driver/guide to take you to all the sights in each place, and the freedom to go at your own pace since this is a private tour.

Explore the incredible world of bees and art of Greek beekeeping on a fun and educational trip from Nafplio. With an informative guide, travel to a traditional bee farm in the pretty Nafplio countryside, don a protective suit, and take a guided tour of the beehives. See a queen bee and get a fascinating glimpse into bees’ complex societies, pollen-collecting, and honey production. Learn the secrets of beekeeping from your friendly beekeeping host, and finish by tasting some of the delicious honeys and sweets made by the farm.

Join me on a private day trip to Monemvasia in a luxurious air-conditioned Mercedes Vito. The old castle town of Monemvasia is a perfectly preserved medieval settlement still inhabited, a world cultural heritage monument and a major attraction for every traveller in the Peloponnese. It has a unique, magical atmosphere and a fascinating history. Monuments and churches are scattered throughout the old town. An important archaeological collection is housed in the old mosque in the Square of Elkomenos Christos.

Come with us to an amazing excursion full of magical nature, amazing history, ancient religion and unique geological phenomenon! Kalavrita is a unique attraction in an area full of villages, hospitable inhabitants, unique environment and the scent of Greek life. In order to write the history of this place we need volumes of books but a trip on the train will give you a real taste! The caves are a unique place of magic, mystery and not just for children or poets. The Cave of the Lakes is not only a superb natural phenomenon, but also a valuable cultural monument! The Mega Spileon Monastery has deep religion history and its architecture and magnificence will blow your mind…Experience the authentic flavors of the Peloponnese at Tetramythos Winery, where organic mountain vineyards, natural wines, and breathtaking Gulf views come together in an unforgettable tasting journey. Come with us and make memories and take photos that will last for a lifetime!!!

Dive into a gastronomic local experience where traditional Greek local food is in focus. Accompanied by a local guide, you will visit selected food shops, meet and speak with local shop owners. You will have the chance to taste Kalamata olives and olive oil, cheese, traditional succulent pork and vegetables, fruits, pastry products and pies, while learning about the Greek food culture, myths and stories and deepening your knowledge about Greece. You will find out about culinary and cultural traditions from the Ancient Greek times till today. Enjoy a personalised experience on this small group food tour and take home with you, memories that will last forever! The tour is provided in French as well, upon request.