The Peloponnese Grand Tour
Drive through the wild heart of Greece. Castles, ancient ruins, and the rugged, unforgiving beauty of the Mani peninsula.
The Itinerary
Nafplio
Arrive in the first capital of modern Greece. Walk the romantic Venetian streets.
Epidaurus
Visit the ancient theatre of Epidaurus at dawn to experience its perfect acoustics.
Monemvasia
Drive south to the 'Gibraltar of the East'. Sleep inside the medieval castle fortress.
Monemvasia
Hike to the upper town and taste local Malvasia wine.
Mani Peninsula
Enter the Deep Mani. Stay in a restored stone tower in Areopoli or Vatheia.
Mani Peninsula
Swim at the pebble beaches of Gerolimenas and eat roasted piglet.
Mani Peninsula
Hike to Cape Matapan, the southernmost point of mainland Europe and the mythical entrance to Hades.
Messinia
Drive up the west coast to the olive groves of Messinia.
Voidokilia
Visit the perfect semi-circle beach of Voidokilia and hike up to Nestor's Cave.
Ancient Olympia
Stand on the original starting line of the Olympic Games.
Arcadia Mountains
Drive into the misty mountains of Arcadia. Stay in the stone village of Dimitsana.
Athens
Return drive to Athens.