Classical Greece and the Peloponnese in 8 Stages

Embark on a unique cycling experience through classical Greece and the Peloponnese peninsula. A trip that combines historic roads, charming coastal villages and Mediterranean landscapes, with the comfort of carefully chosen accommodations and authentic gastronomy. From monumental Athens to the medieval fortress of Monemvasia, passing through legendary Sparta and the birthplace of the Olympic Games in Olympia, you’ll ride among ancient ruins, hidden coves and legendary mountains.

The Best of the Trip

• Visit to the Acropolis of Athens and the Corinth Canal

• Cycling route through the mountains of Arcadia and the Taygetos valley

• Discovery of the medieval fortress of Monemvasia

• Riding through the Mani peninsula, one of the most authentic areas of Greece

• Entry to the archaeological sites of Olympia and Mystras

• Traditional Greek gastronomy: fresh seafood, olive oil, local wines

• Accommodation in charming 3 and 4-star hotels

Featured Accommodations (subject to availability)

• Athens · Hotel Jason Inn 3* or Athens Center Square Hotel 3*

• Corinth · Ephira Hotel 3*

• Nafplio · Amalia Hotel Nafplio 4*

• Sparta · Menelaion Hotel 3*

• Monemvasia · Byzantino Boutique Hotel 3*

• Gythio · Pantheon City Hotel 3*

• Areopoli · Mani Hotel 3*

• Olympia · Hotel Europa 4*

• Patras · Astir Hotel Patras 4*

Selected Restaurants

• Traditional taverns in Plaka (Athens) and Nafplio

• Fresh seafood in Palamos (Gythio)

• Homestyle mountain cooking in Arcadia

• Mani specialties in Areopoli

• Farewell dinner at a typical tavern in Patras

📍 Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 · Arrival in Athens
Group reception and check-in at 3* hotel. Guided visit to the Acropolis, Plaka and the Roman Agora. Welcome dinner at a traditional tavern.

Day 2 · Athens – Corinth · 85 km
First stage across the Attica plain to the Corinth Canal. Visit to the ruins of Ancient Corinth and overnight stay.

Day 3 · Corinth – Nafplio · 70–95 km
Rolling route with the option to visit Mycenae and the theatre of Epidaurus. Arrival in Nafplio, a charming coastal town.

Day 4 · Nafplio – Sparta (Mystras) · 90 km
Climb through the mountains of Arcadia and arrival in Sparta. Visit to Mystras, a Byzantine UNESCO World Heritage city.

Day 5 · Sparta – Monemvasia · 90 km
A transitional stage to the coast, finishing at the impressive medieval fortress of Monemvasia.

Day 6 · Monemvasia – Gythio · 70 km
Coastal route with views over the Aegean Sea. Arrival in Gythio, a picturesque port with neoclassical houses.

Day 7 · Gythio – Areopoli (Mani) · 60 km
We head into the Mani peninsula, land of stone towers and ancestral traditions. Optional visit to the Diros Caves.

Day 8 · Areopoli – Olympia · 80 km
We cross the interior of the Peloponnese to Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games. Visit to the stadium, Temple of Zeus and archaeological museum.

Day 9 · Olympia – Patras · 90 km
Final stage to Patras, a lively port city. Farewell dinner with views of the Rio–Antirrio Bridge.

Day 10 · Patras
End of our services

INCLUDES

• Accommodation in 3 and 4-star hotels with breakfast

• Breakfast and lunch

• Support vehicle and mechanical assistance

• Luggage transport between accommodations

• Cycling guide

• Road or gravel bike rental

• Tickets included: Acropolis, Mystras, Olympia, Mycenae and Epidaurus

Single room supplement: +€240

Payment and Cancellation Policy

To confirm the trip booking, payment will be made in three instalments:

• 25% at the time of booking.
• 50% due 2 months before the trip.
• Final 25% due during the last month before departure.

Cancellation Policy

• Up to 60 days before the trip: full refund of amounts paid.
• Between 59 and 31 days before: 50% refund.
• With less than 30 days before the trip: no refunds will be issued.