Athens & the Peloponnese
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- Soak up the history of ancient Athens and the winding lanes of Plaka on a private tour.
- Visit a local olive oil producer and learn about the importance of olive oil to the Greeks.
- Sail along the coast of the Peloponnese on a private boat.
- Stay on the island of Hydra where all transportation is carried out by mule.
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Accommodation options: NJV Athens Plaza, Herodion Hotel, Hotel Grande Bretagne & New Hotel
On arrival in Athens, you’ll be met by your private driver and transferred to your hotel. After some time to settle in you’ll set off on a privately guided panoramic tour of the capital to get your bearings and see some of the city’s highlights.
Accommodation options: NJV Athens Plaza, Herodion Hotel, Hotel Grande Bretagne & New Hotel
Meet your guide in the hotel this morning for a private tour of the Acropolis, including the Parthenon, and the Plaka area of Athens.
Accommodation options: Hotel Ippoliti & Nafplia Palace Villas
You’ll leave Athens this morning with your private driver and travel to the Peloponnese. Cross the Corinth Canal before arriving in Epidavros where you’ll have a private tour of this archaeologic...
Accommodation options: Hotel Ippoliti & Nafplia Palace Villas
Learn about the history of Nafplio today and gain a better understanding of the historical heart of the town on a privately guided walking tour.
Accommodation options: Hotel Ippoliti & Nafplia Palace Villas
Experience the coast of the Peloponnese from the water today on a private sailboat cruise. There’ll be time to swim, snorkel and relax on deck. The afternoon is free to explore more of Nafplio.
Accommodation options: Bratsera Hotel & Hotel Leto Hydra
Your driver will meet you at the hotel this morning for a transfer to the ferry dock in Metochi from where you’ll sail across to the island of Hydra. You’ll have the afternoon to explore the shops and restaurants of the port area and see the little mules which transport all the goods on the island.
Accommodation options: Bratsera Hotel & Hotel Leto Hydra
See the less-visited area of Hydra today on a hike to the Monastery of Agia Matrona with your private guide. This rustic trails offer a quiet escape and the views of the sea and town are remarkable.
Accommodation options: NJV Athens Plaza, Herodion Hotel, Hotel Grande Bretagne & New Hotel
You’ll return to Athens today by ferry for a final night in the city before departing. You’ll have a private transfer from the port to your hotel, and later spend your last evening learning how to prepare traditional Greek dishes with a cooking class and dinner at a local family home.
You’ll have a private transfer to the airport this morning for your flight home.
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