Day 1: Arrival In Athènes : Welcome To Greece
Arrival at Athens Airport and pick-up of your rental car. Check-in at your hotel and free time for a first exploration of the capital. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of the streets and taste the local cuisine. Overnight stay in Athens.
Day 2: Athens : Ancient Treasures And Urban Charm
Immerse yourself in Greek history with a visit to the Acropolis and its iconic monuments, including the majestic Parthenon. Stroll through the picturesque neighborhood of Plaka, with its cobblestone streets and colorful houses. In the afternoon, head to Cape Sounion to admire the Temple of Poseidon, overlooking the Aegean Sea with an unforgettable sunset. Overnight stay in Athens.
Day 3: Athens / Tolo Or Nafplion : Heading To Argolis
Cross the famous Corinth Canal, an impressive engineering feat separating the Peloponnese from mainland Greece. Continue your journey towards the Argolis region, the birthplace of Mycenaean civilization.
Discover Nafplio, a former elegant capital with cobblestone streets and neoclassical façades, dominated by the Palamidi Fortress. Enjoy a stroll along the waterfront before heading to Tolo, a charming seaside resort with crystal-clear waters, ideal for relaxing after a day of exploration. Overnight stay in Tolo or Nafplio.
Day 4: Tolo Or Nafplio / Kalamata: Fortresses And Traditions
Travel to Monemvasia, a medieval town perched on a rock, and a true historical gem. Stop in Gythio, the former port of Sparta, before continuing to Mystras, a Byzantine site listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its churches and ruined palaces. Overnight stay in Kalamata.
Day 5: Kalamata: The Beauty Of The Peloponnese
Explore Methoni and its picturesque streets, then visit Pylos, a seaside town offering breathtaking views of the Ionian Sea. Discover the Temple of Apollo at Bassae, an architectural masterpiece of antiquity nestled in the mountains. Overnight stay in Kalamata.
Day 6: Kalamata / Olympia: Land Of The Ancient Games
Depart for Megalopolis, then travel through Andritsaina before arriving in Olympia, a major sanctuary of antiquity. Visit the archaeological site where the Olympic Games were held in honor of Zeus and discover the treasures of the museum. Overnight stay in Olympia.
Day 7: Olympia / Athens: Between Mountains And Coastlines
Leave Olympia and cross the diverse landscapes of central Peloponnese. Discover traditional villages such as Karytaina, Dimitsana, Stemnitsa, and Vytina, nestled in the mountains, with their stone houses and picturesque streets.
Alternatively, follow the coastal route via Patras and admire the Rio–Antirrio Bridge, an architectural masterpiece connecting the Peloponnese to mainland Greece. Enjoy the panoramic views before arriving in Athens for your final night.
Day 8: Athènes / Departure : End Of Program
Drop off the car rental at the airport. End of our services
