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Full Day Private Tour to Monemvasia Medieval Fortress Town and Sparta

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Athens

Embark on a full day private tour to the enchanting Monemvasia medieval fortress town and the historic city of Sparta. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Peloponnese countryside, indulge in authentic Greek delicacies, and create unforgettable memories.

Duration: 11 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Athens - We will pick you up from your accommodation on your private car or van
Corinth Canal - After leaving Athens, in about 1 hour drive, our first stop will be the Corinth Canal where you can gaze the breathtaking view from the bridge and take great photos. The Corinth Canal connects the Gulf of Corinth in the Ionian Sea 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. The canal was dug through the isthmus at sea level and has no locks.
Archaeological Site of the Acropolis of Sparta - After about 2 and a half hour drive we will reach Sparta which is known as the eternal rival city of the Athenian Democracy. Sparta revolved around a different Cosmo theory for the ancient Greek standards. Initially known as the birth place of Helen of Troy and the Kingdom of Menelaus (in Mycenaean period), Sparta was organized as a purely military society in the ancient Greek period. It was the city of the two Kings were a few aristocrats ruled and of course the city where Leonidas and his 300 Spartans marched from to face the Persian army Thermopylae in 480 BCE.
Leonidas Monument - Continuing we will pass in front of the stadium where the statue of King Leonidas stands marking the ending point of Spartathlon race (Athens – Sparta 245,3 km).
Museum of the Olive and Greek Olive Oil - The Museum of Olive and Greek Olive Oil, in Sparta, transports you to the culture, history and technology of the olive and olive oil production in the Greek realm, from prehistoric times to the early 20th century. The Museum’s objective is to highlight the ineffable relation of the olive with the identity of our country and, more generally, the Mediterranean basin. The olive and olive oil are presented here from different optical angles: the economy, nutrition and the olive’s uses, religious worship, art and technology. The Museum of the Olive and Greek Olive Oil offers you the opportunity to see the very first testimonies about the presence of the olive tree and the production of olive oil in Greece: Rare fossilized olive leaves, 50,000-60,000 years old, from the island of Santorini, the oldest findings offering proof of the presence of the olive tree en Greece Linear B Tablets of the 14th century BC (exact replicas), with the first written testimonies about the olive and olive oil.
Monemvasia - After about 1 hour and 30 minutes, we will reach mythical Monemvasia. This is a living medieval city, developed on an island that is connected to the Greek mainland. A fortress and a prosperous city of the Byzantine empire Monemvasia (literally means one entrance) still survives, the narrow streets, the mansions, the small houses, the churches , the wall, the gate and the citadel, the city is still inhabited. Here history comes truly alive, you can have lunch by the sea upon the old wall and walk in the city continually discovering new points of interest.
Athens - We will return to Athens and drop you off at your accommodation.

What's Included

Complimentary pick-up and drop-off from hotel, Airbnb, or port
Private transportation in an executive car or van
Refresh with bottled water provided for your convenience
Travel with professional drivers with extensive local knowledge

What's Not Included

Entrance Fees: Olive Museum is 4 Euro p.p.
Certified private tour guide inside archaeological sites/places of interest
Gratuities
Meals/drinks

Additional Information

Embark on a private full-day excursion across Greece’s picturesque landscapes, traversing olive plantations, orchards, and the stunning azure views of the renowned Peloponnese countryside. Discover the distinct medieval fortress city of Monemvasia and delve into the enduring ancient Sparta. Relax in a luxury sedan or van, visit extraordinary locations, indulge in authentic Greek delicacies, and unwind before the stunning Aegean sea. If it’s a uniquely memorable experience in Greece you desire, this tour offers distinctive moments you’ll cherish forever.

Attraction duration are about 8H30, and the rest of the time is for transportation

Location

Athens

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Elizabeth_b

Apr 12, 2024

Definitely worth it. - Harry was fantastic driver, he was very knowledgeable and friendly. Sparta was a cool little town.Views at Monemvasia were picturesque. The whole drive was beautiful. It was a long day but 100% worth it.

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462marcelv

Mar 28, 2024

Sparta and Monemvasia by Crispy Local - We had a wonderful trip to Sparta and Monemvasia with Crispy Local. Anthony is an excellent guide, driver and host! It is quite a distance from Athens but it absolutely worth it. The views on the way to Sparta and Monemvasia are most of the time breathtaking (except for the industrial part of Attica). The Olive Museum is worth a visit. Sadly the remains of old Sparta are little, but you must have seen it, especially with the majestic Tayetos mountains at the horizon. Monemvasia is a fortified medieval town with small, labyrinth-like streets and great views over the see.