Itinerary
Day 1: Corinth Canal - Mycenae - Nafplio town - Epidaurus
Stop At: The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, Epidavros 210 52 Greece
Epidaurus, another Unesco World Heritage Site, is home to an ancient, beautifully preserved theater. The oldest theater with amazing acoustics.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Archaeological Site Mycenae, Mycenae 21200 Greece
Mycenae is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home of King Agamemnon and the Mycenean civilization with some of Greece’s most famous ancient ruins. Wander around the archaeological site and accompanying museum.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Palamidi Castle, Eikostis Pemptis Martiou, Nafplio 211 00 Greece
The Venetian castle with the awesome walk of 999 steps down to the Old Town. Enjoy the views of water next to the peninsula and take some great photos.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Corinth Canal, Isthmia, Loutraki 201 00 Greece
The Corinth Canal 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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Nafplio, Nafplio, Argolis Region, Peloponnese
Nafplio's port, Palamidi castle with the 999 steps and old Venetian town are the main attractions of one of the most beautiful towns in Greece.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Ermioni town opposite Hydra island: In a beautiful guest house with a balcony facing the Aegean and Hydra island.
Day 2: Hydra island
Stop At: Hydra Town, Hydra Town, Hydra, Saronic Gulf Islands, Attica
Visit the very historic and cosmopolitan island of Hydra; the hiding place of the rich, the famous and the artists from all over the world. No cars, no noise but still extremely popular and relaxed! Explore on foot and enjoy the views.
Duration: 6 hours
Stop At: Lazaros Koundouriotis Historical Mansion (National Historical Museum), Idra 180 40, Greece
The house was built in 1750 and it is a great example of upper class island life of the 18th and 19th century when Hydra was the home to the shipping families. Inside the Manor of Lazaros Kountouriotis are displayed family heirlooms, personal belongings, paintings and exhibits from the folkoric and historical collections, which belong to the National Museum of History.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Metochi, Metochi, Platanias, Chania Prefecture, Crete
After a very quick drive from your accommodation we arrive at Metochi pier to catch the boat to Hydra. This is a lovely, easy and quick 25 minutes ride (each way) from the Peloponnese mainland to take you to Hydra island and back.
Duration: 50 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast on a self-catering basis with all necessary items included, which are local & some home-cooked products.
Accommodation included: Same as day1: Ermioni town opposite Hydra island.
Day 3: Spetses island
Stop At: Spetses, Spetses, Saronic Gulf Islands, Attica
Spetses is an island boasting a long naval tradition and is famous for its significant contribution to the 1821 War of Independence. The island has managed to retain its individual traditional character thanks to its well-preserved grand captain mansions that witness to the island’s glorious past. The picturesque old harbour is where the heart of the island’s entertainment beats.
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Athens, Athens, Attica
Back to Athens and to your base/accommodation. You can optionally be dropped off at your cruise ship or even the airport.
Do remember that you can combine this tour with several other unique sites of the Peloponnese with our most popular being the 5-Day Peloponnese tour.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast on a self-catering basis with all necessary items included, which are local & some home-cooked products.
Accommodation included: Return back to Athens and drop off at your hotel.
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
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