10-Day Peloponnese Islands Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 10-day Peloponnese Islands tour itineraries

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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.

  

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  • 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.

    

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• Greece Real Food Adventure

  

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  • Athens Greece

    22 mi

  • Aegina Greece

    20 mi

  • Poros Greece

    7 mi

  • Hydra Greece

    7 mi

  • Poros Greece

    23 mi

  • Epidaurus Greece

    15 mi

  • Nafplion Greece

    10 mi
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  • Mycenae Greece

    10 mi

  • Nafplion Greece

    56 mi

  • Kardamyli Greece

    12 mi

  • Kalamata Greece

    12 mi

  • Kardamyli Greece

    83 mi

  • Corinth Canal Greece

    40 mi

  • Athens Greece

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• 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.

  

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  • 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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