Peloponnese: The Old Heart of Greece
Experience Greece’s most iconic ancient sites and UNESCO-listed treasures on a journey from Athens through the Peloponnese. Begin at the Acropolis before setting off with your dedicated driver and guide for 7 days of discovery. Walk Olympia’s original Olympic grounds, explore Mystras’ medieval ruins, and uncover Mycenaean tombs. Travel through historic Corinth, Nafplio, and Monemvasia, expertly tailored by your Destination Expert.
- Duration
- 10 days, 9 nights
- Route
- Athens · Nafplio · Olympia · Sparta · Monemvasia
- Style
- Private and tailor-made: your own guide and driver throughout
- From
- $12,710 per person, hotels, guides and transfers included
- Stand atop the Acropolis, gazing at the Parthenon as your guide unveils Athens’ golden age.
- Visit Olympia’s sacred grounds and stand where the first Olympians competed for glory.
- Explore Ancient Messene’s untouched ruins, before driving through the Peloponnesian countryside.
- Stroll Monemvasia’s castle town, then explore stone-built mountain villages untouched by time.
- Unwind in Arcadia’s secluded mountains at a top retreat handpicked by your Destination Expert.
Every day, already yours.
You’ve Arrived
Upon arrival to Athens airport, an English-speaking Meet & Greet Assistant will welcome you and escort you to your waiting driver. They will travel with you to your accommodations to ensure a smooth check-in and be on hand to answer any questions you may have about your itinerary or the destination.
- Private Airport Transfer with Meet & Greet Assistance
- Greece Arrival Welcome Package
- Dining Reservation at Dionysos Zonar’s
See the Signature Sights in Style
Walk through the heart of Athens with your private guide, beginning at the UNESCO-listed Acropolis, where marble pathways, weathered columns, and open views over the city bring ancient Athens into sharp focus. A short transfer brings you to the base of the hill, passing landmarks such as the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, and the Panathenaic Stadium along the way.
- Private City Tour with Acropolis, New Acropolis Museum & Plaka Stroll | 5 hrs
- Golden Hour Rooftop Aperitifs & Craft Cocktails at Your Leisure
Get a Lay of the Land
Over the next seven days, you’ll be traveling with the same dedicated private driver and English-speaking guide-local experts who’ll feel like friends. They’re not just navigating the roads; they’re picking up on your interests, whether it’s finding a tucked-away village for a quiet stroll, steering you to the best family-run taverna, or even tailoring the day to a unique passion. With them, every day feels personal and full of surprises.
- 6 Day Driver & Guide Service
- via Corinth Canal, Epidaurus & Mycenae en Route to Nafplio (Full Day)
- Dining Reservation at Aiolos Tavern
A Healthy Dose of History
Depart Nafplio and journey west to the legendary archaeological site of Olympia, the sacred ground where the ancient Olympic Games began. With your expert guide, visit the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, where myths and history converge, and step into the Ancient Stadium, imagining the roar of spectators and the athletic prowess that filled these grounds millennia ago.
- Exploring the Birthplace of the Olympics
A Journey Back in Time
Journey onwards from Olympia to Ancient Messene, a beautifully preserved archaeological site where grand temples, towering columns, and ancient theaters bring Greece’s forgotten past to life. Far from the crowds, this hidden gem lets you walk through history at your own pace, imagining the daily life of a once-great city.
- via Ancient Messene (Full Day)
Tastes and Traditions
Start the day exploring Mystras, Greece’s own Game of Thrones set, where mighty walls, hidden chapels, and a medieval palace whisper stories of a lost empire. Stop in modern Sparta for a quick visit to the Olive Oil Museum before heading south to Gytheion, a charming port town, for a lunch break (on your own).
- via Mystras, Olive Oil Museum & Gytheion (Full Day)
It’s All Ancient History
Wander the storied lanes of Monemvasia’s castle city before venturing into Arcadia’s lush mountains. Pause in timeless villages like Dimitsana or Vytina, where stone homes and quiet squares seem untouched by time. As night falls, retreat to the luxurious Manna Resort, nestled in the heart of the wild forest.
- Castle Streets & Hidden Mountain Villages
Relax and Recharge
Spend a day in Arcadia’s peaceful beauty at the elegant Manna Hotel. Relax at the wellness center, lose yourself in a book, or explore nearby trails. Whether you choose adventure or calm, this is your chance to unwind, recharge, and enjoy every moment at your own pace.
- Other - Day at Leisure
A Dazzling Drive
Wake up to Arcadia’s natural beauty before setting off on your journey back to Athens. En route, stop at Ancient Corinth, a once-mighty Greek powerhouse with roots stretching back to the Neolithic era. Walk among its ruins, with the Doric Temple of Apollo standing as a striking reminder of its architectural legacy. By late afternoon, arrive in Athens, wrapping up your journey with memories of Greece’s history and landscapes still fresh in your mind.
- Via Ancient Corinth: Stand Before the Temple of Apollo
At leisure
Sofitel Athens Airport is just 50m away from the arrival and departure terminals of Athens International Airport and is accessible by covered walkway from the hotel lobby.
- Walking Transfer (Sofitel Athens Airport)
Where you will wake up.
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3Sixty Hotel & Suites
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Olympion Asty Hotel
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Mystras Grand Palace Resort & Spa
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Kinsterna Hotel
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Manna Hotel
Perched in the heart of Arcadia’s pristine mountains, Manna Hotel offers a serene retreat surrounded by lush forests and alpine beauty. The boutique hotel combines modern elegance with natural charm, featuring contemporary architecture and spacious rooms with breathtaking mountain views.