10-Day Peloponnese Islands Tour Packages
The Peloponnese deserves plenty of your time! Explore ancient sites like Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, Sparta, Byzantine and Mystras. Nafplio makes a beautiful base with Venetian architecture and fortress. The peninsula combines history with beaches, with wine regions around Nemea, and coastal cycling routes. Time here reveals mainland Greece beyond just Athens and the islands.
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9 Days in Greece, incl. Athens and Olympia
The 9-day cultural tour winds through 8 Greek cities, from Athens to the Peloponnese peninsula. Ancient Olympia's Temple of Hera stands as a highlight, while Byzantine-era Mystras captivates visitors. Nemea's 3,000-year-old winemaking traditions come alive with exclusive tastings at family-owned farms. Costs approx. $490 per day.
- Days 1-2
Athens:
Start in Athens with two full days to explore. Get to the Acropolis before 8:30 AM to avoid crowds and heat. Visit the Panathenaic Stadium in late afternoon when the marble has cooled. Book your stay in the Plaka neighborhood for easy access to major sites and local tavernas.
- Day 3
Athens to Olympia:
Stop at the Corinth Canal mid-morning for the best photos of the 260-foot-deep channel. Take the historic Odontotos rack railway through Vouraikos Gorge. The one-hour ride climbs 750 meters with stunning canyon views. Pack sturdy shoes for the uneven platforms.
- Day 4
Olympia:
Visit the archaeological site early before it gets hot. You can run the ancient Olympic stadium track just like athletes did thousands of years ago. In the afternoon, visit a local honey farm to learn about Greek beekeeping. Bring cash for honey products.
- Days 5-6
Kalamata and Sparta Region:
Explore Kalamata's olive culture and visit Pylos, a coastal town with a Venetian castle overlooking the bay. In Sparta, walk the Byzantine ruins of Mystras. The paths are steep but the valley views are worth it. Stay in boutique hotels near the Taygetos mountains.
- Day 7
Nemea Wine Region to Athens:
Stop in Nemea on your way back to Athens. Try the local Agiorgitiko red wines during late morning tastings when your palate is fresh. The drive to Athens takes about 2 hours.
- Day 8
Aegina Island Day Trip:
Take a 40-minute ferry from Piraeus to Aegina. Start at the Temple of Aphaia, then visit a pistachio farm. One visitor said, "The pistachios here have an amazing sweet flavor you won't find anywhere else. Make sure to try the pistachio butter!" Catch an afternoon ferry back for sunset views of Athens.
- Day 9
Athens:
Spend your final morning walking through the National Gardens or shopping at the Monastiraki flea market. Plan to leave for the airport at least 90 minutes before your flight due to unpredictable traffic.
9 Day Greece Food Itinerary, incl. Athens and Kardamyli
Peloponnese reveals its treasures over 9 days, from Nafplio's Venetian fortress to Kardamyli's rugged coastline. Local olive mills, traditional home cooking, and ancient sites like Mycenae's Treasury of Atreus create an authentic experience.
- Days 1-2
Athens & Aegina
Meet your group at 6pm in Athens for a local taverna mezze feast. "The balance between cultural excursions and food exploration was perfect, especially the visits to small family producers," shared one traveler. Take a 1-hour ferry to Aegina Island the next morning. Visit a pistachio farm first thing to avoid peak heat, then spend time at a dairy farm learning to make rizogalo and tasting local cheese.
- Days 3-4
Poros & Hydra
Travel by ferry to Poros, an island famous for lamb dishes and olive groves. Join a cooking class with a local chef. Remember to wear closed-toe shoes since you'll spend time standing in the kitchen. Take a 40-minute ferry to Hydra Island, which is completely car-free. Walk the marble streets and stop at a traditional café for hydraika amygdalota (almond sweets) with Greek coffee.
- Days 5-6
Nafplio
Travel to Nafplio with stops at a family apiary for honey tasting and the ancient site of Epidaurus. Pack a hat and water for Epidaurus since shade is limited. Learn about ouzo at a local distillery, take a boat trip to Bourtzi fortress (summer only), and visit Mycenae's Treasury of Atreus with an expert guide.
- Days 7-8
Kardamyli
Drive to this beautiful coastal town in the Mani Peninsula. Stop at an olive mill to see the full production process. Visit Kalamata's market on an empty stomach to make the most of the tastings. Your time in Kardamyli includes learning to make lalagia (Greek donuts) in a local home. You can also go sea kayaking if booked in advance with at least 6 people, or simply enjoy the beach.
- Day 9
Return to Athens
The 4-hour drive back includes a stop at the Corinth Canal. The tour ends in Monastiraki Square. If you want to see the Acropolis, book an extra night since there's no time on the final day.
9 Days in Greece Ionian Islands, incl. Corfu and Zakynthos
Island hopping takes you through 4 distinct Ionian gems over 9 days. Corfu's UNESCO-listed Old Town, Homer's Ithaca, Kefalonia's hidden caves, and Zakynthos' legendary Navagio Beach await. Accommodations include Oasis, Nostos, Maribel, and Varres hotels.
- Days 1-2
Corfu
Start in Kerkyra (Corfu's main town) and stay in the Old Town area. You'll find great restaurants and historic sites right at your doorstep. The streets can be tricky to navigate, so download an offline map beforehand. Start your first full day at the UNESCO-listed Old Fortress to beat the crowds and avoid midday heat. In the afternoon, head to Paleokastritsa Beach for a swim. Bring water shoes since the shore is rocky, but the water is incredibly clear.
- Day 3
Corfu to Ithaca
The ferry to Ithaca takes about 4 hours. Take motion sickness tablets if needed since the sea can get rough, especially in the afternoon. Once you reach Vathy, Ithaca's main port, stop at one of the waterfront tavernas and try the local bourdeto fish stew.
- Day 4
Ithaca
Start your day in the northern part of Homer's legendary island before it gets too hot. The walk to Odysseus's Cave takes about 40 minutes on uneven ground, so wear good shoes. End your day in Kioni village where you can take beautiful sunset photos of traditional stone houses leading down to the harbor.
- Days 5-6
Kefalonia
The ferry to Kefalonia is about 1.5 hours. Stay in Argostoli or Skala for convenient access to everything. Get to Myrtos Beach before 10 AM to find parking. Plan your Melissani Cave visit for early afternoon when the sunlight makes the water look magical. A recent visitor said: "The underground lake at Melissani is otherworldly, but book your boat tour in advance – lines can stretch to 2 hours in peak season."
- Days 7-8
Zakynthos
Take the 1.5-hour ferry to Zakynthos. Visit the Navagio Beach viewpoint early for the best photos and to avoid tour buses. Book a morning boat tour to the Blue Caves and Navagio Beach from Agios Nikolaos port when the sea is calmer and visibility is better for swimming.
- Day 9
Leave from Zakynthos Airport
Try to book afternoon flights since morning fog can cause delays. Get to the airport 2.5 hours before international flights as the small airport gets crowded quickly.
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What people love about 10-day Peloponnese Islands tours
- Greece Real Food Adventure
Wonderful journey into the heart of Greece. Great balance between cultural excursions and food exploration. The island visits were more touristy, but the visit to the mainland was amazing. The visits to the small producer, husband/wife or family business of wineries, olive oil farm, and honey farm were all educational and stomach-satisfying. Also touching hearing the stories of how they created successful businesses. Tour guide was like guardian angel watching over our group of travelers!
- A Circular Tour around the Peloponense 10 days
There were only two of us on this family run tour and it was customised for our dates, which we appreciated. The scenery was beautiful and the history here is mind boggling. We especially loved the daily lunches that had been hand-picked to represent the best of Greek cuisine. Every day the food was fabulous (and plentiful) - and we often did not need to eat an evening meal. We also enjoyed a wine tasting in the Peleponnese and an olive oil tasting at Delphi. All the hotels selected were very comfortable. Our guide, Argeris was great. He was friendly, helpful (when I lost my camera) and knowledgable about the places we visited. A late amendment to our tour included a three day visit to the island of Aegena, where we had a cooking class with the matriarch of the family, Argena. This was the final sector of an extended vacation, but proved to the highlight of the entire trip. Highly recommended.
- Grand Classical Tour Of Greece plus Mani and Monemvasia (Small group - In depth culture, Historical, Nature, Culinary guided tour)
All the parts of the tour that we did were fantastic!!! Our only complaint is that we missed part of the tour due to a scheduling error on their part.