9-Day Classic Greece Tour through the Peloponnese and Ancient Olympia

9 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Explore Classic Greece on a 9-day journey from Athens through the Peloponnese, uncovering the Bronze Age legacy of Mycenae and Tiryns, the fortified landscapes...

Duration: 9 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Athens, Patras, Corinth, Argos, Sparta, Nafplio, Mycenae, Ancient Corinth, Olympia, Mystras, Tiryns, Loutraki · Languages: English, Spanish

Know before you go: This tour is offered during the off-season period from September 1 until March 22 of the following year. We recommend planning your travel outside the high season to avoid heat and crowds while ensuring all attractions remain open. It is especially suitable for elderly travelers who require reduced sun exposure and moderate temperatures.; A minimum booking lead time of 30 days before the tour start date is required.; This experience operates as a fully private tour, with participation limited to your group only.; Bookings are available for a minimum of 1 person and a maximum of 5 people.; An exclusive solo tour option is available, where a single traveler receives a fully private experience without sharing the vehicle. This is reflected in the pricing for one participant.; A mandatory single supplement applies for solo travelers requiring a private room, except when the booking is made for one person.; Tour services are available in English and Spanish.; The itinerary can be customized based on travel plans, personal interests, and schedule preferences.; Daily breakfast only is included. Guests are encouraged to explore local cuisine independently for lunch and dinner due to single-night stays in each location.; Transportation is provided in an air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking driver. Flexible stops for photography, rest, or coffee breaks are available upon request.; Accommodation is included in 3-star hotels with breakfast, typically located outside historical pedestrian centers. Upgrades to more centrally located or higher-quality hotels are available upon request.

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Ancient Corinth

Get a private guide from Everest Global Hub to help you unveil the secrets of ancient Corinth as you weave between the Temple of Apollo and colonnades, crumbling marketplaces from the 4th century and soaring fortifications of the citadel.

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What's Included

Transportation with a driver
Transportation in an air-conditioned minivan
Transportation exclusively for your group, with no other travelers
Company tour guide
Tour guide available with you at all times
Accommodation in 3-star hotels or guesthouses
Accommodation with breakfast only
Accommodation in double rooms
Accommodation always includes 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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Day 01

Athens to Mycenae and Coastal Nafplio

Depart from Athens and drive to Mycenae. Explore the Mycenae archaeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the Mycenae archaeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Mycenae Museum to gain a deeper understanding of Mycenaean civilization. Visit the Mycenae Museum to gain a deeper understanding of Mycenaean civilization. Continue to the coastal town of Nafplio. Continue to the coastal town of Nafplio. Check in and stay overnight in Nafplio.
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Day 02

Fortified Nafplio and Ancient Argos

Explore the fortified town. Visit Palamidi Fortress for panoramic views. Visit Palamidi Fortress for panoramic views. Walk through the historical fortifications of Akronafplia. Walk through the historical fortifications of Akronafplia. Drive to Argos and explore its archaeological site. Drive to Argos and explore its archaeological site. Return to Nafplio and stay overnight. Return to Nafplio and stay overnight.
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Day 03

Tiryns and the Legacy of Sparta

Depart from Nafplio and drive to Tiryns. Explore the Tiryns archaeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the Tiryns archaeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue to Sparta. Continue to Sparta. Visit the monument of King Leonidas. Visit the monument of King Leonidas. Explore the archaeological site of Sparta. Explore the archaeological site of Sparta. Stay overnight in Sparta.
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Day 04

Byzantine Mystras and Sparta

Drive to Mystras. Explore the Mystras archaeological site and its Byzantine monuments. Explore the Mystras archaeological site and its Byzantine monuments. Visit monasteries and admire preserved artworks. Visit monasteries and admire preserved artworks. Return to Sparta. Return to Sparta. Visit the Olive Oil Museum. Visit the Olive Oil Museum. Stay overnight in Sparta.
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Day 05

Ancient Messene to Olympia

Depart from Sparta and drive to Messene. Explore the archaeological site of Ancient Messene. Explore the archaeological site of Ancient Messene. Visit the Messene Museum. Visit the Messene Museum. Walk along the walls of Ancient Messene. Walk along the walls of Ancient Messene. Continue to Olympia. Continue to Olympia. Stay overnight in Olympia.
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Day 06

Ancient Olympia and Its Sacred Heritage

Explore the Olympia archaeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Olympia Museum. Visit the Olympia Museum. Learn about the ancient Olympic Games and their historical significance. Learn about the ancient Olympic Games and their historical significance. Stay overnight in Olympia.
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Day 07

Olympia to Historic Patras

Drive from Olympia to Patras. Drive from Olympia to Patras. Visit Patras Castle overlooking the city. Visit Patras Castle overlooking the city. Explore the Roman sites of Patras. Explore the Roman sites of Patras. Visit the Cathedral of Saint Andrew. Visit the Cathedral of Saint Andrew. Stay overnight in Patras.
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Day 08

Patras to Loutraki via Rio Fortress

Visit the Patras Archaeological Museum. Drive to Rio Fortress. Drive to Rio Fortress. Learn about its Ottoman history and strategic importance. Learn about its Ottoman history and strategic importance. Continue to Loutraki. Continue to Loutraki. Stay overnight in Loutraki.
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Day 09

Ancient Corinth and the Corinth Canal

Visit the Corinth Canal viewpoint. Explore the Ancient Corinth archaeological site. Explore the Ancient Corinth archaeological site. Visit the Ancient Corinth Museum. Visit the Ancient Corinth Museum. Drive back to Athens and conclude the tour. Drive back to Athens and 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.