Greece is calling! Roadtripping the best of the Peloponnese 🇬🇷

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Hi, my name is Chris and I would like to invite you on an adventure! I am half English, and half Dutch and have been living in Athens since 2016! I work in tourism, and traveling is both my profession and my passion! I'd love for you to join my trip, which will be a mix of the highlights of the Peloponnese, whilst also showcasing some lesser-known and more local experiences. This 3-day trip will whisk you out of Athens and explore two very different areas of the Peloponnese. The Argolida area, features the beautiful town of Nafplio, the Ancient theater of Epidaurus, and the amazing archeological site of Mycenae. Our second night will be in the Lakonia region, and we will see the unique fortified castle town of Monemvasia, a place that has to be seen to be believed. We will explore the cultures and history of the area as well as enjoy the stunning scenery and delicious food which the region is famous for. Never heard of these places? Let me give you some info! Argolida region: We will be based in the city of Nafplio (or Nauplio as Greeks spell it) which is a city with a rich history. Built by the Venetians, the architecture is very different from Athens and is in fact modern Greece's first Capital city. The city is beautiful, especially at night, and is known for its popular attraction for locals and tourists. From Nauplio we will explore the nearby sites which the region is famous for. Firstly, we will see the ancient theatre at Epidaurus, an ancient theatre still in use today and famous for its acoustics. Secondly, we will visit the magnificent ancient city of Mycenae, filled with famous names and stories. Lakonia region: If you ask any Greek about Monemvasia, you will be greeted by a series of oohs and ahhs. All Greeks will know of this place, as it truly is one of the gems of the country, but many tourists simply haven't heard about. Technically an island, connected with a land bridge, this is a fortified town with a long history. Once inside the walls, there are no cars, and no cares! What is included in this trip? - Private transportation and all associated costs (tolls, fuel, etc.) - 2 nights accommodation in Nauplio and Monemvasia (one night each place) in a twin sharing - Entrance fees for the archeological sites of Epidaurus and Mycenae - 2 restaurant meals (either two dinners or one lunch and dinner) menus are flexible Other than that, everyone is responsible for their own costs and expenses! Please let me know if you have any other questions or anything at all about this trip. Before, during, and after, I am here to help you and to make sure that this is a fun experience for everyone.
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Athens

Tag 1
This is the start of the adventure! We will meet, grab a takeaway coffee, and hit the road! Traveling northwest, we will head out of Athens and stop at the Corinth Canal to see what makes the Peloponnese an island.
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Corinth Canal

Tag 1
Before the Panama Canal, there was the Corinth Canal! This originally was the dream of the Roman emperor Nero, but wasn't completed till the late 19th century. It saved ships the long sail all around the Peloponnese on their way to and from Italy. 6.4 km long but only 25 meters wide, it was a marvel of engineering, but nowadays, it's just a photo stop as modern commercial boats have gotten too big to pass through.
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Ancient Theatre at the Asclepieion of Epidaurus

Tag 1
Mid-morning we will stop at Epidaurus to see the site and marvel at the ancient theater. Amazingly well-preserved, due to it being covered by an earthquake, the theater is still in use today after thousands of years. Famous for its acoustics, you can stand in the middle of the stage and be heard all the way at the top! Built more than 2000 years ago, this theater could hold more than 14,000 people, making it one of the biggest in Ancient Greece.
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Nafplion

Tag 1
After the visit to Epidaurus, we will make our way to Nafplio where we will spend our first overnight. We will have free time for lunch and exploring the town, before checking in to our accommodation. Built by the Venetians, the architecture is very different from Athens and is in fact modern Greece's first Capital city. The city is very picturesque, and I will happily walk you around and find something nice and tasty for lunch! Mid-afternoon, we will head to our second site of the day, the archeological site of Mycenae!
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Archaeological site of Mycenae

Tag 1-2
The walls of Mycenae are described as being Cyclopean because the "Ancient" Greeks who found this bronze-age city in ruins believed that only the Cyclops were capable of building something so enormous! This is a city that pre-dates the Acropolis of Athens by about 1,500 years! The city of Agamemnon that Homer wrote about in the Iliad. Initially thought to be a mythological city, it was discovered by an amateur German archeologist and many of the sites were still full of gold! After Mycenae, we will head back to Nafplio to relax and enjoy the town at night. We will soak up the atmosphere and enjoy our first dinner together
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Sparti

Tag 2
After a leisurely morning in Nafplio, with enough time to do some shopping, visit the castle of Palamidi overlooking the town, or just relaxing and watching the world go by in a nice café on the square, we will leave Nafplio and make our way to Monemvasia! We will stop in Sparta (yes, that Sparta!) for a break/lunch before continuing on to Monemvasia!
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Monemvasia

Tag 2-3
We will arrive in the afternoon in Monemvasia, in time to enjoy the changing colors of the sunset. This is a Medieval Castle Town, exclusively carved on the slopes of a rock. This fantastic place was originally constructed in the Medieval Ages and has been continuously inhabited since then. This town was constructed to be invisible from the mainland to avoid enemy attacks. It can be seen only from the sea, and only a narrow pathway connects it to the mainland. This is how its name came out, meaning a single passage. We'll have the chance to have dinner in this spectacular place!
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Athens

Tag 3
Free time in the morning to explore more of Monemvasia, including the opportunity to climb to the top of the rock and see the Acropolis of Monemvasia. We will then begin the trip back to Athens, arriving back in the city in the evening.
Tripzusammenfassung
Unterkunft
Hotel & Appartement & Bed & Breakfast
3 Tage Trip
Athens, Corinth Canal & 6 weitere
Transportmittel
Car
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