Unique things to do in Peloponnese Region

Are you a hiking enthousiast or a history lover? Aegina has a network of paths that used to connect the whole island since old times. Throughout our walks, we approach different sights according the level of difficulty, the needs and the desires of the team! We make sure that the choice suits you! Number one natural sight of Aegina, the Ancient Olive Grove (Eleonas) stands out, on the west, with a plus visit at the village of Pachia Rachi! Above it, the highest top, Mount Ellanion, boasting the remnants of Zeus temple next to a byzantine church! Moving central, the Monastery of Panagia Chrysoleontissa approachable by a scenic circular path! Or a beautiful hike among pine trees discovering old villages. On the north, the byzantine castle city of Palia Chora, plus a possible visit to the Monastery of Saint-Nektarios. Moving South, the village of Perdika, for a round walk including the area of the old bunkers, or heading straight up to Sfentouri area to the Dragon Houses for a panoramic view. Choose one or a combination and there we go!

On this 2-hour tour, we will explore Ancient Olympia, listed as one of the monuments of the world heritage of UNESCO. Olympia looks like an archaeological park. Upon arrival, we will assist to buy the tickets in order to avoid waiting in a long queue. Together, we will explore the land of the Olympics and visit all the Highlights, such as: The ancient training facilities, the famous gymnasium, and palaestra. The workshop of Phidias, the sculptor that created the gold and ivory statue of Zeus which was one of the 7 wonders of the Ancient world! The ruins of the temple of Zeus, the largest one in the Peloponnese! The temple of Hera, that hosts exclusively the ceremony of the lighting of the Olympic torch. The Olympic stadium - the tradition has it that Hercules was the first one that run the track and we may grasp the opportunity to run it, too! We may even make our own olive wreaths and challenge each other for the crown! After, the end of the tour, your expert guide will give you all the required information to visit the nearby Archaeological Museum at your own leisure – A 5-minute walk will bring you to the treasures of the Archaeological Museum of Ancient Olympia. It houses the antiquities from the site excavations, such as the Hermes of Praxiteles statue, the statue of Nike, and the Pediments of the Temple of Zeus. Everything is ORIGINAL Other things to note According to Greek law, only certified tourist guides by the Greek Ministry of Tourism are authorized to provide tours within the sites, monuments, and museums in Greece. Private guided tours can be arranged in several languages, such as: Greek, Spanish, French, Dutch, German, upon request.

Amazing traveler, hop on Nafplio4sail (sailing boat | catamaran cruises) & swim into the most beautiful and secluded beaches of Argolic Gulf! Use our offered snorkeling equipment in crystal clear waters, try the SUP or just lay down and enjoy Greek sun! Our team will go above and beyond to preserve your sea vibes while experiencing complete calmness, privacy & sea games. Program: • We set sail from Nafplio port towards beaches accessible only by boat near Ksiropigado for our first swimming stop • Then, if wind power is enough, we open sails and head for our next stop, a cave and a beach at Daskaleio & Romvi island • We sail around Romvi island, take a look of Tolo and start our way back to Nafplio • Through the cruise, our crew prepares meals, drinks and shares historic facts of the area Additional info: • This semi-private cruise, based on our boat protocol can host up to 12 people on board (10 +2 crew members) • The sailing boat is 36 feet long with 3 cabins and 2 toilets • A full, onboard safety briefing is conducted prior to every departure • All touch-points are frequently cleaned • Due to weather conditions, itinerary may change to a safer destination or not set sails Nafplio4Sail cruises team is ready to set sail with you. Contact us to discover our complete list of offered experiences.

This trip is suitable for everybody but ideal for families and kids. We keep the pace relaxed, take a few breaks ensuring everybody is having a great time at the sea. Before departure your guide will introduce you to the kayaks and equipment. You will learn an easy paddling technique that will help you enjoy the experience. During the trip this relaxing journey along the coastline east of Kalamata we’ll get a chance to see the city from a distance. We will enjoy the friendly Messinian gulf paddling next to scenic harbors, spectacular cliffs and secret coves with sandy beaches. We may be lucky enough to witness wildlife such as the famous Caretta Caretta sea turtle. As you glide through the water you will soon realize how easy and effortless kayaking is. In spots with the most beautiful water we shall take not miss the chance for swimming, snorkeling and hunt for shells. Halfway we shall make another break to relax and taste a delici

Our tour will last for approximately 3 hours exploring and eating on our way through the historical centre of Kalamata. We will stroll around and stop at selected stops where you will taste traditional food and snacks, typical of the region. I have integrated within our tour, expertise and information on valuable nutritional information, gastronomical history facts, interesting knowledge regarding the Mediterranean diet as well as an insight on the food culture of Greece from the ancient times until now. We meet and present ourselves and what we will do and which path we will follow along our food tour. There is little preparation involved and we soon visit our first stop to start the tasting. I will make sure that you walk in the shade, have regular breaks to enjoy the route as well as time to take photographs of the stops, food and surroundings you visit. I believe it is essential that you feel the Greek hospitality and make my best for you to enjoy this tour! Through this tour you will sample Greek traditional food, walk in non-touristic areas of the city, visit the farmers market (extended market days are Wednesdays and Saturdays), eat lunch and meet local people. I hope you enjoy it! Other things to note The tour involves some walking in the morning sun. Consider wearing a hat, sunscreen cream, sunglasses, and flat shoes.

Hike on the beautiful foothills of Mount Taygetos! Visit the Byzantine Gola Monestary with unique icons with ancient Greek philosophers! Enjoy the breathtaking views! See traditional mountain villages!

Olive Tour & Tasting is a unique experience just a 25-minute drive north from Kalamata. Special offers for kids over 12 years old! During your visit, you’ll walk in a century-old olive grove that have been groomed and harvested the antique way for over 4 generations. Next, you’ll learn about the production of olive oil in a private mill. Lastly, you’ll finish with an olive oil tasting lesson and learn about the great benefits of olive oil. A funny lesson that you’ll taste olives and olive oil of different qualities along with some traditional Greek snacks. Live a unique experience! Taste Greece! Other things to note The area is flat, no need for hiking, but a pair of boots is always useful. In the olive mill there is a wc and a kitchen if you need something. Free wi-fi.

We will have the opportunity to visit the wider area of Kalavrita, an area with unique natural beauty and rich history. We will also live the unique experience of crossing the gorge with the traditional Cog - Rail train "Odontotos". I will be your escort to this great experience. We will drive to Diakofto where a wonderful trip awaits. Boarding the scenic train you will go up on the green slopes of Helmos, a tour described as one of the six rarer train tours in the world. You will cross the beautiful gorge of Vouraikos and after 60 minutes you will reach the beautiful village of Kalavryta. Then we will visit the monastery of Agia Lavra which was built in the 10th century and became the center of the national liberation fight of the Greek people. After that you will have free time in the village of Kalavryta for a coffee, lunch or shopping. The last stop of the tour is “Mega Spileo” (the Great Cave), one of the most famous and ancient monasteries in Greece. According to legend, in a remote cave a miraculous carved image of Holy Mary was found by chance, made of resin and wax. Note: Minimum participants 2 persons IMPORTANT: Low availability of Cog Rail Tickets. Book the tour in advance. More days available upon request Pick-up from your place

Our trip starts from Kardamyli’s old harbor, the place we meet. The activity includes 30 min preparation time, 2-2,5 hours paddling exploration 1 hour break for rest,swimming and snorkeling. Before departure, we brief you on trip details, kayak paddling techniques and safety measures. Soon we get into our kayaks and begin a coastal exploration at a relaxed paddling pace. Each little cove hides a special surprise such as hidden sea caves, rock gardens, cliffs with spectacular formation, hidden sandy and pebble beaches. One of the top attractions of this trip is a visit to the Blue Cave. A spectacular natural phenomenon where sunlight passing through a crack in the cave reflects on the sea floor and bathes the entire cave in aquamarine light. A swim into the cave is a must do and a lifetime experience. Weather and time permitting we may head to Stoupa for a stop at the beach of Kalogria with its fine golden sand and turquoise waters. Halfway we make a relaxing stop for swimming, snorkeling and rest. Once the lunch stop is over we paddle back to the starting point to end an adventurous day spent in the coastline of the Mani. Other things to note The Seakayaking in Kardamyli trip is suitable for everyone, beginners and families . We keep a stable and comfortable paddling pace and there's sufficient rest time during our stops.

Philosophy for me is...to walk and talk!! It's a mythological tour, like...going into a time macchine, abandoning in this mythological narrative living path...experiencing it as a representation ! So...from the springs of Ancient Lerna (now Myloi) to the river delta. Where ''Lerna Hydra'' was living...a huge snake with nine heads. This snake was causing huge damage to the area. Only Hercules (the second legendary Labour of the 12) was able to kill it. What was going on, in the position of each head cutting by Hercules, two more were falling out. So he thought that when he was cutting each head to burn immediatly it with fire and came out no more. That's how the legend stayed! Then from this mythological river of Ancient Lerna we will walk...to visti the older harbor with the lighthouse ...a huge trading hub from the 1889, to Argolikos, the Aegean and the Mediterranean! Then moving towards it the most famous Greek railway Station in the Peloponnese and in Greece... the old Mill Station since 1882...with trains and engines machines, charcoal pumping stations...as ever! An outdoor museum, in essence!!! Finally, we will end up at the older house of Myloi (stone made by my bis grandfather in 1806) the CASA LELA, to enjoy the worthy chef Antonella (my wife) variety with Ouzo. Because Philosophy without a Symposium does not exist!! Other things to note, Is important...respecting

We will meet at Loutraki area and we’ll talk about the experience, who we are and what is our scope. I will be your companion in a unique tasting experience in the largest and oldest wine region in Greece. We’ll then get on the car and drive to Nemea. We’ll see briefly the famous Corinth Canal, the mountain that hosts the Acropolis of Corinth and Ancient Corinth and we’ll head towards the mountainous part of the region where Nemea is. We will have the opportunity to talk about the wine and the whole process from fruit harvesting to extracting the grape juice, the process of fermentation to wine and finally the bottling process. We’ll take a closer look to all facilities of the winery and explain how it works. We’ll be more than happy to take any questions arise. At the end, we’ll taste delicious wine, enjoy this amazing wine-tasting experience and mingle. Other things to note Minimum 2 persons The price includes wine tasting in one winery. There is the possibility of visiting more than one winery. More days available upon request Pick-up from your place

Join our Cooking Classes in Nafplio. Our chef will transform your cooking class into a warm, joyful life experience. He will use his profound knowledge of traditions as well as the Avant Garde cuisine techniques to create with you a meal measuring up to a 5 Star Restaurant. Savor a hands on experience. You will cook all the plates you have decided and then will enjoy them drinking wine which has been compined accordingly. Gain with us an experience to remember.

We welcome you at our meeting spot at the ferry point on Poros Island. Then we take you on a short drive to our start spot in Russian Bay. After a short introduction we jump into the kayaks and start paddling around the island for some amazing photos. Our journey takes us to a small and beautiful island of Daskalio with a little church on it where still marriages take place. We will continue to Love Bay and the calm little gulf of Neorio where we will see beautiful boats and enjoy the nature. As the sun sets down we will slowly kayak back and on our way keep our breath for the views – just relaxing and being in the moment. You will feel the beauty and magic of the sunset in this area. Finally we arrive at Russian Bay again and take you back to our meeting point. Our stops in short: Meeting point (Start and End): Ferry Boat Poros Photoshoot Tour: Russian Bay – Daskalio Island - Love Bay – Neorio – SUNSET - Russian bay Please arrive 10minutes prior to our departure time. Other things to note For all levels of fitness and experience. Ask more by message.

Our hike to the highest peak of 'Prophet Elias' starts from the refuge of the Sparta mountaineering club at 1550m. Reaching the alpine meadows the smell of the fragrant shrubs and wildflowers dominate our senses where the most important the endemic herbal tea is dominant. On our way we stop to enjoy the spectacular vistas the mountain generously offers. We continue uphill to the so-called ''Portes'' meaning gates, a split of the ridge that marks our entry into the final part of our hike to the summit. Soon we will be walking the so-called ''immortal ridge''. A few more steps and we touch the summit plateau ''conquering'' the highest peak of the mountain at 2407m. The view from the top is breathtaking to all corners of the horizon. After tasting a delicious picnic that will get our batteries charged, we take the way back.

Wake up a bit earlier and join us to try something totally different in the sea. Flyboard will give you amazing feeling of flying and balance. As for us, we are gonna be ready to share with you all secrets about this beautiful activity! Private sessions for two with coach and a lot of unbelievable photos are guaranteed! The price 230€ is for TWO PERSONS! Includes: Full equipment for Flyboard session Instructions 4 Flyboard sessions (2 for each person)