Greece: the Treasures of the Peloponnese
11
Days
10
Nights
This itinerary combines historical exploration with leisurely activities, offering a rich and diverse experience of Greece's cultural heritage.
- Ancona: Brief exploration before boarding the ferry.
- Patras: Overnight stay after ferry arrival.
- Olympia: Visit the historic archaeological site and museum.
- Androusa: Olive oil mill tour and tasting.
- Mystra: Guided tour of the Byzantine city.
- Sparta: Explore the ancient city.
- Nafplio: Discover the romantic city and climb to the Palamidi fortress.
- Athens: Visit Plaka, Monastiraki, Psiri neighborhoods, and the Acropolis.
- Loutraki and Corinth: Relax at Loutraki's beach and visit the Corinth Canal.
Itinerary
Departure from Paris towards Ancona.
Day 2 :
Ancona
2:00 p.m.: Arrival in Ancona.
Activities: Free time to explore Ancona.
End of Day: Boarding the ferry. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3 :
Patras
7:30 p.m.: Arrival in Patras.
Activities: Check-in at Airotel Achaia (3 stars).
Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 :
Olympia and Pyrgos
8:00 a.m.: Departure towards Olympia.
10:00 a.m.: Arrival in Olympia.
Activities: Visit the UNESCO heritage site, the ancient stadium, temples, and the museum.
3:00 p.m.: Departure towards Pyrgos.
3:30 p.m.: Arrival in Pyrgos.
Activities: Free time to explore Pyrgos.
Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at the 4-star Europa Olympia Hotel.
Day 5 :
Androusa and Mystra
8:00 a.m.: Departure towards Androusa Messinia.
10:00 a.m.: Arrival in Androusa.
Activities: Informative visit on olive oil production, olive oil mill tour, and tasting.
1:30 p.m.: Departure towards Mystra.
3:00 p.m.: Arrival in Mystra.
Activities: Guided visit of the Byzantine city (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
6:30 p.m.: Departure towards the hotel.
Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Mystras Grand Palace & Resort & SPA (5 stars).
Day 6 :
Sparta and Nafplio
8:00 a.m.: Departure towards Sparta.
Activities: Independent exploration of Sparta.
1:00 p.m.: Departure towards Nafplio.
3:30 p.m.: Arrival in Nafplio.
Activities: Free afternoon to explore Nafplio, Palamidi fortress.
Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at the 4-star Amalia Hotel Nafplio.
Day 7 :
Athens
8:30 a.m.: Departure towards Athens.
11:00 a.m.: Arrival in Athens.
Activities: Free day to explore Plaka, Monastiraki, Psiri neighborhoods.
Accommodation: Night at Airotel Athens Parthenon (4 stars).
Day 8 :
Athens
Morning: Breakfast at the hotel.
Activities: Guided tour of the Acropolis (UNESCO World Heritage Site), free time.
Accommodation: Overnight at the 4-star Airotel Athens Parthenon hotel.
Day 9 :
Loutraki and Corinth
8:00 a.m.: Departure towards Loutraki.
9:30 a.m.: Arrival in Loutraki.
Activities: Free time to explore Loutraki.
12:00 p.m.: Departure towards Corinth.
12:30 p.m.: Arrival in Corinth.
Activities: Photo stop at Corinth Canal, free lunch.
1:00 p.m.: Departure towards Patras.
3:00 p.m.: Arrival in Patras.
End of Day: Boarding the ferry. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 10 :
Ancona
4:00 p.m.: Arrival in Ancona.
Activities: Departure towards Paris.