Kalamata, Greece
Monterrasol Travel private tour in minivan.
Private tour package 16 days in GreeceGreece off the beaten track 16 days tour from Athens. Explore Peloponnese non touristy areas.tour ID: #399
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Tour highlightsGreece off the beaten track 16 days tour from Athens. Monterrasol Travel private tour in minivan. Explore Peloponnese non touristy areas. We welcome you to come with us to Greece off the beaten track 16 days tour from Athens. With this tour, we will explore non-touristy areas of the Peloponnese. Prepare yourself for breathtaking views, ancient Orthodox monasteries in mountains, mountain narrow gauge railroad, non-touristy archaeological sites, small villages, amazing viewpoints, and local roads. We will visit the archaeological sites of Nemea, Midea, Asini, Tainaro, Messene, and Iniades. We will see Methoni castle, fortresses Pylos and Kardamyli. We will come to the following ancient and very important Orthodox monasteries: Elonas, Andromonastero, Prodromou, Filosofou New and Filosofou Old, Mega Spileon, Prousos, and Holy Kipinas. We will take a mountain railroad from the coast up to the mountains. On the route, we will pass amazing viewpoints, picturesque gorges, beautiful beaches, panoramic views, and meet authentic Greek cuisine in real local tavernas, together with local wine, beer, and spirits. The tour will start in Athens (Greece) and tour finishes in Igoumenitsa (Greece), and will take 16 days (15 nights). During this tour you will visit Corinth, Nemea, Nafplio, Midea, Asini, Argos, Plaka, Elonas, Kosmas, Gytheio, Mani, Tainaro, Vathia, Porto Kagio, Kardamyli, Kalamata, Messene, Andromonastero, Methoni, Pylos, Prodromou, Filosofou, Kalavryta, Mega Spileon, Nafpaktos, Oeniadae, Prousos, Holy Kipinas located in Greece. We will pick you up at any hotel or place, in or around Athens. Drop off is possible at any hotel or place, in or around Igoumenitsa. Overall, with this tour you will visit 7 sites currently on the UNESCO Tentative List (sites that were submitted to the World Heritage Committee, and are awaiting to consider for nomination, and therefore suitable for inscription on the World Heritage List). This page describes details of the multi-day private car tour #399 offered by Monterrasol Travel. We, Monterrasol Travel, are an independent tour operator specialized in cultural and destination tourism. This sightseeing tour has been developed by Monterrasol Travel for private travelers based on our own experiences and belongs to the group of car tours with pre-designed itineraries. If you like this tour but you would like to change something, please do not hesitate to contact us and mention the ID number of this tour: #399. The custom itinerary will cost you nothing, it's free from our side. We, at Monterrasol Travel, practice the Slow Tourism philosophy. That means that we work our tours at a pace that allows to our clients have a more authentic experience and a true exploring of each destination that features in our itineraries. This tour can be booked by solo traveler as exclusive solo tour (the tour will be for you only, without other travelers in the vehicle). The price for 1 person reflects it. We provide for this tour a special discount for pensioners (seniors citizens). Border crossing for this tripThis tour does not require border crossing. Money and paymentsIn each country of your trip you can use main credit and debit cards. You can use ATM to withdrawal cash or pay at purchase point with card. More information on currencies, payments, and use cards you can read on this our page: On the trip: currencies, payments, card use. Last reviewed: 30 October 2024 Tour itineraryTour starts in: Athens, Greece day 1: travel to Corinth Diolkos, visit Corinth Diolkos landmark, travel to Nemea to see Nemea archaeological site, visit Nemea museum; travel to Nafplio for accommodation Tour finishes in: Igoumenitsa, Greece Planned distance of this tour: 1637 km. How to understand if this itinerary is good for you? Read our advice: what is a good itinerary for a multi-day tour! If you like this private tour and itinerary but you would like to change something, please do not hesitate to contact us and mention the ID number of this tour: #399. We do not charge for development a custom car tour itinerary, it will cost you nothing. We will be glad to discuss with you the details of your future trip and plan it following your ideas and wishes. Visited places during the tourOur tour will pass several towns and places along the route. Each town and place has something to offer from a tourist's point of view. We will stop in each place and explore its attractions. The exact attractions for each place or town can be seen in the tour's itinerary. Here is the list of places visited during this tour, in the order they appear in the itinerary. Corinth, GreeceKnown for ancient theatre, archaeological site, beach, bridge, coastal town, fortress, landmark, viewpoint The Corinth currently mean few important places. Before all, it is two cities, Corinth (as modern city) and Ancient Corinth, brothers, one with shops and long sandy beach, and other, smaller, with ancient ruins. Exist also so called Acrocorinth, the acropolis of Ancient Corinth, which is a monolithic rock overseeing the ancient city of Corinth. Currently, Acrocorinth is one of the most important medieval fortress sites of Greece. And last, exist the Corinth Canal that connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. It cuts through the narrow Isthmus of Corinth and separates the Peloponnese from the Greek mainland, arguably making the peninsula an island. Nemea, GreeceKnown for archaeological site, winery Nafplio, GreeceKnown for castle, coastal town, fortified town, fortress, historical center, marina, monument, museum, promenade, viewpoint; fortress is a UNESCO Tentative List Site; castle is a UNESCO Tentative List Site; fortified town is a UNESCO Tentative List Site Nafplio is a seaport town in the Peloponnese that has expanded up the hillsides near the north end of the Argolic Gulf. To the Nafplio belong 2 castles and its center is old fortified town. Midea, GreeceKnown for archaeological site, viewpoint Asini, GreeceKnown for archaeological site, viewpoint Argos, GreeceKnown for ancient settlement, ancient theatre, archaeological site, castle, orthodox cathedral; archaeological site is a UNESCO Tentative List Site According to mythology, it is considered the most ancient city of the world. Built at the center of the fertile Argolic plain, along with Thebes, it was the most powerful city of Ancient Greece. Argos, one of the beauties of the famous Peloponnese, is an enchanting destination just a stone’s throw from Athens. The surrounding area has plenty of other sights as well. Plaka, GreeceKnown for beach, coastal town Elonas, GreeceKnown for scenic road, viewpoint, orthodox monastery The Elonas Monastery is situated in the southern Parnon Mountains, specifically in the region of Kynouria, at an altitude of 650 meters. It is located approximately halfway between the towns of Leonidio and Kosmas, making it a significant landmark in the area. The road is narrow with hairpin turns, especially if coming from Leonidio, making the journey to the monastery as scenic as the destination itself. Kosmas, GreeceKnown for mountain town Gytheio, GreeceKnown for ancient theatre, island, viewpoint Mani, GreeceKnown for peninsula Tainaro, GreeceKnown for archaeological site, viewpoint Vathia, GreeceKnown for architecture, scenic road, viewpoint Porto Kagio, GreeceKnown for beach, coastal town, marina, viewpoint Porto Kagio is a a peaceful seaside village on the eastern side of the Mani Peninsula. Kardamyli, GreeceKnown for medieval old town Kalamata, GreeceKnown for beach, castle, museum, orthodox cathedral Kalamata is the second most populous city of the Peloponnese peninsula (southern Greece) and the largest city of the homonymous administrative region. Kalamata is renowned as the land of the Kalamatianos dance and Kalamata olives. Messene, GreeceKnown for ancient settlement, ancient theatre, archaeological site, landmark, museum, viewpoint; archaeological site is a UNESCO Tentative List Site The vast Archaeological Site of Ancient Messene, relatively new, has been largely excavated and restored to the point that is one of most impressive sites in Greece. Highlights are the theater, the stadium, the gymnasium architectural complex and the Hellenistic sanctuary of Asclepius among others. Andromonastero, GreeceKnown for orthodox monastery Methoni, GreeceKnown for beach, castle, coastal town, viewpoint; castle is a UNESCO Tentative List Site This lovely coastal town is a real gem not only because its ancient history and fine golden sandy beaches but also because it houses an impressive medieval castle. Pylos, GreeceKnown for beach, bridge, castle, coastal town, fortress, marina, venetian empire, wildlife Pylos, a picture-perfect town, welcomes you with famous beaches, historic castles, Mycenaean palaces, important wetland and more! All packaged in an ideal holiday destination. Prodromou, GreeceKnown for viewpoint, orthodox monastery Filosofou, GreeceKnown for hiking pass, river, scenic road, viewpoint, orthodox monastery The Filosofou Monasteries, located near the town of Dimitsana in the Peloponnese region of Greece, is a significant historical and cultural site that attracts tourists for its unique blend of natural beauty, architectural heritage, and spiritual significance. The monasteries are nestled within the stunning Lousios Gorge, providing a picturesque backdrop of natural beauty. Kalavryta, GreeceKnown for cave, hiking pass, mountain town, nature, railroad, resort, scenic road, sightseeing, viewpoint, orthodox monastery Kalavryta is a town and municipality located in the mountainous east-central part of the regional unit of Achaea, Greece. The town is nestled at the foot of Mount Chelmos, offering a picturesque landscape with steep mountains and lush forests. Kalavryta is also know for a station of Rack Railway toward to Diakopto. The train can reach high altitudes and operate on steep grades, passing through territories of unique interest and spectacular views. Mega Spileon, GreeceKnown for viewpoint, orthodox monastery Nafpaktos, GreeceKnown for beach, castle, coastal town, marina, monument, museum, promenade, viewpoint Nafpaktos, also known as Lepanto during part of its history, is one of Greece's most beautiful beach towns, located on a bay on the north coast of the Gulf of Corinth. Nafpaktos will seduce you with its traditional character and peaceful atmosphere. Oeniadae (Iniades), GreeceKnown for ancient settlement, ancient theatre, archaeological site, walls; archaeological site is a UNESCO Tentative List Site The archaeological site of Oiniades is a treasure trove for tourists interested in ancient history and architecture. The site's well-preserved ruins, including the theatre, shipyard, and fortifications, provide a unique glimpse into ancient Greek urban planning and engineering. The strategic location and historical significance of the city make it a fascinating destination for those interested in exploring the remnants of ancient civilizations. Prousos, GreeceKnown for viewpoint, orthodox monastery Holy Kipinas, GreeceKnown for scenic road, viewpoint, orthodox monastery The Holy Kipinas Monastery is a remarkable example of medieval engineering, with its buildings seamlessly integrated into the natural rock formations. To protect against armed raids and Ottoman attacks, the monks built fortress-like structure with high walls and a solid wooden bridge that could be retracted during an attack. The monastery has been a beacon of faith for centuries, and serve as a reminder of the enduring legacy of Christianity in Greece. #399 Tour mapTour starts in: Athens, Greece 
day 1: Corinth Diolkos landmark, Nemea archaeological site, Nemea museum; accommodation in Nafplio Tour finishes in: Igoumenitsa, Greece Planned distance of this tour: 1637 km. Availability of this tourPlease check below for the availability of this private tour for a specific month and year. In addition, for this tour, a 45 days cut-off period is in effect. Of course, you are always welcome to contact us with questions about availability. Check availability for specific period:
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Price from€ 5,306
The min amount of people in this tour: 1 This private tour is available all year round. SRS means single room supplement. Prices above depend on the season. Read our pricing policy. Maybe you want?What the tour includes• transport with driver • transportation in car with air conditioner • the car is minivan by default • company's tour guide • English spoken driver and tour guide • tour guide all the time with you • transportation for your group only, no foreigners • accommodation in *** hotels or guesthouses • accommodation with breakfast only What the tour does not include• lunch and dinner • accommodation in single rooms • hotel tourist tax • professional tour guide • entry fees and tickets • flights tickets • ferry tickets • travel insurance • country visas Safe TravelsThe Safe Travels stamp allows travelers to recognize destination companies around the world that have implemented health and hygiene protocols that are aligned with WTTC's Global Safe Travels Protocols. Monterrasol Travel Private tours has implemented health and hygiene protocols. Monterrasol Travel is the Safe Travels company.  |
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