West coast Peloponnese tour

Arrival at Athens airport – Visitors will meet with the car rental company to pick up their car. Drive to the hotel. After the check-in and depending on the time, free time to make a first connection with the Greek capital. We propose a walk to enjoy the nightlife of Athens or a drive to the southern coastal part of the city. Overnight in Athens.

After breakfast drive south-southwest towards Peloponnese. The first shortstop will be in Corinth Channel for photos. Continue to Nafplion, the first capital of Greece. Check-in at the hotel. Walk in the old town and get the feeling of tradition. Drive to the top of Palamidi Hill and enjoy one breathtaking view of the Gulf of Argolis. Enjoy a Dinner in one of the numerous Taverns by the seaside. Overnight in Nafplion.

After breakfast, visitors can drive towards Kalamata via the mountainous scenic route of Arcadia. Arrive in Kalamata the capital of Messinia Prefecture and check in at the hotel. A walk in the wonderful city centre is suggested. Overnight in Kalamata.

Breakfast. Start the day’s drive to Ancient Messini and then on the way back drive to Finikounda village and enjoy one of the best Fish dinners in the area. Overnight in Kalamata.

Early breakfast. Explore the West Coast of the Peloponnese with a day´s visit to the birthplace of the Olympic Games. This is the site of Zeus’ most magnificent sanctuary. The centrepiece of the shrine, his gold and ivory statue, crafted by Phidias, stood 13.5m tall and was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Both the site and the museum offer a vivid picture of the splendour of a civilization that gave so much to the world. Overnight in Olympia.

Start early, a short stop in the area of Diakofto is suggested. Arrive in Athens. Free time to enjoy one last walk in the vibrant city. Overnight in Athens.

Breakfast. Depending on the flight time, visitors should estimate the time needed at the airport on time and return the rental car.