Do you have a bit of a sailor inside you?? Cruise the Saronic gulf, fish your meal and dry your feet before visiting some of the very highlights of the Peloponnese. A rare combination of the natural beauty and architecture of the Saronic gulf islands, the sea, the food and wine experiences with an immersion in the Greek mythology and history.
What is included in the tour
- Accommodation
- Private Guide
- Meals
- Transport
What is NOT included in the tour
- Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Visit the miraculus Agios Nektarios Monastery
- Visit the magnificent village of Palaia Epidavros
Day 1: The isle of Aegina
Hotel pick up to the port of Piraeus. We take the boat to the island of Aegina, the princess of the Saronic gulf. –Coffee in one of the many Café of the port. Walk around the streets near the port – We visit the miraculus Agios Nektarios Monastery, the Church and the Palaia Chora hill–Then we move towards the famous Temple of Aphaia Athena located in a beautiful pine forest with a marvelous view to the Aegean Sea. We make a micircular round of the island getting to Perdika- a nice coastal fish village. From this fishing port we take the boat to the superb small island of Moni, We swim in the clear crystal waters enjoying Ouzo + Meze in the company of the animals of this uninhabitted island such as the Chamois Cretan goat- deer and peacocks– Return to Aegina city -Dinner-Greek music-Overnighthe
Day 2: Angistri - Epidavros
Leaving Aegina for the isle of Angistri with a small cruise boat. Swimming, Cayaking and snorkeling in the small bays of the central Saronic gulf picturesque uninhabited islands. Barbeque aboard or lunch in a fish tavern. In the afternoon we sail for the magnificent village of Palaia Epidavros built between lemon and orange tree groves. Dinner in a coastal tavern of the village – Overnight in Palaia Epidaurus or Nafplion.
Day 3: Ancient Epidavros - Mycenae - Nauplio
We take the road to Ancient Epidavros. Visit the archaeological site and the huge theatre (a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Monument) -famous for its symmetry and beauty and admired for its exceptional acoustics , used again today for dramatic performances. Then after an easy drive of twenty minutes we get to Nafplio the romantic beautiful city in the argolic gulf. We stroll around the picturesque narrow streets with the many restaurants where we‘ll take our lunch. Then we visit the archaeological site of Mycenae (another UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Monument),.the famous center of the Mycenaean Civilization. The period of Greek history between 1600 BC until around 1100 BC is called “Mycenaean”. Referring to Mycenae Homer first reports the city, describing it as “golden”. We admire among others the Gate of the Lions, the Royal Palace, the treasure of Atreus and the tomb of Klytemnestra. We take the road to Corinthos Canal. Half an hour Stop for a drink and pictures. Continue to Athens. -Dinner – Athens by night.
