Relaxed Kalamata25th May 2027
From:$5,360
Summary
Tucked into the southwestern folds of the Peloponnese, the region of Messenia rewards those who seek it out with a richness of history that few parts of Greece can match. This is a landscape where Bronze Age palaces stand above olive-clad hillsides, where the walls of one of antiquity's most complete cities rise from a fertile plain, and where Crusader fortresses guard rocky headlands above a glittering Ionian sea. Yet for all its extraordinary heritage, Messenia remains refreshingly peaceful, a place where you can explore magnificent ancient sites with relatively few crowds. With relaxed pacing and time to soak up the rhythms of modern Greek life, this new tour offers a richly layered introduction to a lesser-visited corner of the Peloponnese. Combining archaeological insight, literary connections and striking coastal landscapes, it promises an immersive and deeply rewarding experience for travellers eager to explore Greece beyond the familiar.
What to Expect
- Admire the splendid Mycenaean Palace belonging to Nestor, the wise King described by Homer
- Explore Messne one of the most complete and legible Hellenistic cities anywhere in the Greek world
- Discover the untamed, rugged landscape and fierce, independent history of the Mani
- Visit the magnificent Venetian sea fortress at Methoni and a key piece in Venice's network of maritime fortifications
Day by Day Itinerary
Kalamata
Meet the group at our hotel in Kalamata, the principal city of Messenia and our base throughout the tour.
Meals Included: Dinner
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