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Ancient Sparta and Nemea Wine Land Day Tour from Athens
Athens, Greece, Europe
$447.36
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they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Sparta is one of Greece's most fascinating archaeological sites. Save hours by taking this day excursion, which includes air-conditioned private transportation to Sparta and the neighboring remains of Mystras. The tour also includes a visit to the award-winning Domaine Skouras winery for a tasting.A unique private tour that includes history, culture and tastings.Once known as the wonder of Morea, the ancient city of Mystras is an impeccably-preserved Byzantine city built into a towering mountain. It can be difficult to make your own way to Mystras; this private tour takes that difficulty out of the equation. Explore the city described by the UNESCO World Heritage List as a splendid complex of palaces then drive to historic Sparta, where you’ll visit an ancient citadel and the statue of King Leonidas.Learn about the history of the Spartan city-state at the Archeological Museum of Sparta.Enjoy an authentic mediterranean lunch at quaint local taverna.
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Ancient Sparta and Nemea Wine Land Day Tour from Athens
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Printed guide
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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- Professional English-speaking driver. Gives information & tips but does not come in the sites
- Private transportation
- Transportation with MiniVan or Mercedes Benz or Scoda Fabia 2023
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Airbnb/Hotel/Airport/Port Pick up - drop off
- Private transportation
- The guide driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you at any site/museum.
Meeting point
McDonalds Ermou 2 Syntagma Athens: Our driver will wait you in front of the entry of McDonalds with a signboard with the name of tour.
Return details
McDonalds Ermou 2 Syntagma Athens: Our driver will wait you in front of the entry of McDonalds with a signboard with the name of tour.
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Corinth CanalWe will begin with a drive along the coast. On the way you will view of some Greek seaside villages and the island of Salamis (where the historical naval battle took place between the Athenians and the Persians). Our first stop the Corinth Canal. Opened in 1892 separating the Peloponnese peninsula from the rest of Greece and connecting the Saronic Gulf to the Corinthian Sea. You will have time to walk across on a pedestrian bridge to admire the canal closer, (if you’re game) on some days bungee jumping is an option.
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Leonidas MonumentContinuing we will pass in front of the stadium where the statue of King Leonidas stands marking the ending point of Spartathlon race (Athens – Sparta 245,3 km).
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Archaeological Site of MystraWalking in the site on the upper point you will reach the citadel and enjoy a magnificent view of the surrounding areas while walking down hill you will meet the palaces and the Royal courtyards. Although known as the ghost city most of the monasteries are still in use and the monks will gladly show you around their small society. Before you exit you will come across the chapel of St. Demetrios, on its floor survives a plaque depicting a two head eagle (the symbol of Byzantium). It was on this very plaque that Konstantine Palaiologos kneeled before he was crowned the last emperor of the Byzantium.
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Archaeological Museum of SpartaThe Archaeological Museum of Sparta is a museum in Sparta in Greece. It houses thousands of finds from the ancient Acropolis of Sparta, known as the Lakedaemonia, but also from the rest of the municipality of Laconia. The collection's pieces date from the Neolithic Age to the late Roman Period. There are seven rooms of an approximate area of 500 square metres (5,400 sq ft) which display only a small part of the collection
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Acropolis and Ancient TheaterFollowing that we will spend the rest of our time in Sparta known as the eternal rival city of the Athenian Democracy. Sparta revolved around a different Cosmo theory for the ancient Greek standards. Initially known as the birth place of Helen of Troy and the Kingdom of Menelaus (in Mycenaean period), Sparta was organized as a purely military society in the ancient Greek period. It was the city of the two Kings were a few aristocrats ruled and of course the city where Leonidas and his 300 Spartans marched from to face the Persian army Thermopylae in 480 BCE.
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Domaine Skouras WineryAt the end, We will visit the best winery in Greece!Their Syrah has been awarded as the Best all over the World in 2013.Situated among vineyards, the Domaine Skouras winery is an ultra-modern winemaking facility, with an elegant Greek architecture.A unique experience for unique travelers. The visit is optimal
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Ancient Sparta and Nemea Wine Land Day Tour from Athens
Athens, Greece, Europe
$447.36
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!