Top 10 Tours in Laconia Region, Peloponnese

No other part in Greece combines scenic hiking trails in stupendous mountain scenery overlooking the sea with an incredible wealth of cultural heritage and notable archaeological sites and monuments. This is the place where gods and heroes walked the earth for the first time. Filoxenia (hospitality) is very strong here, the food, olive oil and wine are Greece's best. Locals claim to have the best of everything to give and that’s no myth. This is where the remains of the famous classical city of Sparta are, against the impressive backdrop of the Taygetos mountains, the highest mountain in the Peloponnese. The Spartan trail, as part of the European walking route E4 is a meeting point for naturalists, photography lovers, hikers, mountaineers and climbers from all over the world. Beautiful forests, fragrant shrubs, gorges and ravines make hiking here a fascinating experience.

Inclusions: All transfers from/to Kalamata or Athens airports, Five nights in Guest Houses and Mountain Huts, All local transfers, All meals (5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners), Professional, English-speaking local guide, Safety equipment (first aid kit, emergency phone, VHF), Organization and implementation of the trip, Luggage transfer from/to lodgings, High quality photographs from the trip, Liability insurance coverage, All taxes, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Everything not mentioned above such as alcoholic drinks, extra food and beverages. You need to book flights to Kalamata or Athens airports. You need to buy travel insurance in case you wish. You need to have adequate amount of pocket money for any further expenditures you wish to make.

Enrich your vacation culturally and attend a one-day mosaic workshop in a natural and relaxed environment and in just 4 hours learn the basics of this ancient art form of mosaics. The workshop setting is in a traditional outside courtyard filled with orange, lemon trees and flowers safe from the sun and rain. Come and have fun, make new friends and in just 4 hours make your own Greek mosaic souvenir to take back home. Workshop is located only 15 minutes south of the City of Sparta and very easily accessable.  The workshops start at 10:00 AM and end approximately 2:00 PM.    Only 5 minutes by foot from the workshop is the main square (platia) filled with cafe's and tavernas for lunch.  For nature lovers and another 5 minutes from the main square is the picturesque Anakolo Gorge, Rasina River and Hellenistic Bridge dating back 2000 years.   For more information please follow www.xirokambi.com

Inclusions: Local taxes, Snacks, Free parking, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected), Hotel pickup and drop-off, Souvenir photos (available to purchase),

Enjoy a day at the famous Sparta whose attitude of life has inspired generations throughout the centuries! Visit Mystras, the second most significant town during the Byzantine Empire!

Inclusions: English speaking tour driver, best-mannered, fully aware of the Greek history & culture, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Licensed tour guide, only upon request and extra charge

Especially three things make this experience unique: a) tasting the Honey Mead (unique liqueur made of fermented bee honey and water | Hydromeli), which is produced exclusively in Greece by the Sotirali Family from neighboring Neapolis town, which has reinvented and patented this forgotten local traditional recipe, b) tasting the rich flavor of our own extra virgin olive oil Benios made of o local olive variety named "Athinoelia", c) Experience tasting the unique local wine "Malvasia", which was very famous and coveted during the middle ages. The original recipe has been discovered and revived recently by Monemvasia Winery, continuing the centuries old wine making tradition of the area.

Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Private transportation

• A nice coastal route in nature. • Idyllic scenery, • Paradise sandy beach, crystal green-blue clear waters. • A peaceful place to relax. • Nice walks in the small fishing village. .

Inclusions: WiFi on board, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Mercedes Air-Conditioned Vehicle, Mineral Cold Water, Infant seats available , included coffee and a small sandwich per person (orange juice for kids), Cost for umbrellas and chairs at Simos beach, Tickets of the ferry boat to and from Elafonisos are included the price

Exclusions: Lunch

Do some serious exploring on this action-packed day trip from Kalamata. Discover the Diros caves and villages of Mani on this guided tour from Kalamata. One of the most beautiful lake caves in the world. Get picked up at your hotel or port and enjoy the transfer with complimentary WiFi. You can also, explore the deep caves and take a 30-minute boat trip. Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver. Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences. Get inside tips from a local. An ideal choice for families.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Luxurious Air-conditioned vehicle (Mercedes)

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Food and drinks

This wonderful tour takes place in a historic estate of Monemvasia in which for over 100 years, olive oil of excellent quality is produced. Follow a specialized English speaking guide at the olive groves and learn about the olive trees, their varieties and their growing. At the olive oil museum the methods of cold press extra virgin olive oil will be presented to you. Afterwards, you will be able to enjoy olive oil tasting of four different varieties of olive oil and three varieties of table olives which are produced in the estate. Smell the aromas and get to know the authentic taste of extra virgin olive oil combining unique local tastes of gastronomy

Inclusions: Transfer/ English speaking driver, Mercedes Minivan vehicle, English-speaking tour guide, Guided tour of olive groves, Guided tour of Olive Oil Museum, Extra virgin olive oil and olive tasting

Exclusions: Accommodation, Any personal expenses

In this full day tour we will drive you to Sparta, the birth place of the toughest, well trained and well known warriors in the ancient world, The Spartans, and also the Byzantine fortified town of Mystras.

Inclusions: English-speaking driver/escort, Transportation by air-conditioned, free wi-fi, nonsmoking private van/car, Local taxes

Exclusions: No entrance fees are included*, Professional licensed guide can be arranged on request*, No meal is included, but can be arranged further your special requests

Enjoy a full-day adventure to the city of Sparta. A city which offers you a ‘laconic’ journey back in time throughout Greek history. Begin the 2-hour drive from Kalamata with a convenient pickup at your hotel, then ride in a comfortable, climate-controlled vehicle over the scenic Taygetos mountains. See significant sites in both modern and historic Sparta, including the Acropolis of Ancient Sparta, the Olive Oil Museum, and more on this guided, small-group tour. Take a full-day private tour to historic Sparta in an air-conditioned vehicle. View the stunning landscape of the Peloponnese peninsula. Learn the history of Ancient Sparta from an informative guide. Enjoy the convenience of hotel or cruise port pickup and drop off.

Inclusions: Private transportation, WiFi on board, Bottled water, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Luxurious Air-conditioned vehicle (Mercedes)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Licensed guide (upon request with extra cost)

Be the knight or princess of your childhood fairy tales in the Byzantine town of Mystras. Head out of Kalamata for the day to explore the fascinating town of Mystras. Enjoy the scenery during the transfer in the comfortable automobile. Perfect for those coming from a cruise ship! Get inside tips from a local. Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences. An ideal choice for families.

Inclusions: Private transportation, WiFi on board, Bottled water, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Driver / guide, Luxurious Air-conditioned vehicle (Mercedes)

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Licensed guide (upon request with extra cost), Food and drinks