BEST Peloponnese Wine Roads Tour with Ancient Nemae
Exclusive to your group, we visit two of the best boutique wineries of the Peloponnese chosen for their quality production and their use of local indigenous varieties of grape. Experience a rare selection of some of the best wines Greece has to offer as well as informative tours of each learning about the various stages of production. Tastings are accompanied by cheese & cold cut platters and are led by the in-house experts at both wineries.
In addition, our tour visits to the important archaeological site of Nemea, the Museum and the nearby ancient Stadium.
With return transfers from your hotel or cruise ship and in the comfort of one of our new Mercedes E Class or Minivan models, our 'go at your own pace' tour aims to provide you with one of the most outstanding experiences of your visit.
Options
FULL DAY OPTION
Duration: 8 hours: 8 Hour Tour
TYPICAL ROUTE (tailorable): First Winery • Second Winery • Archaeological Site of Nemea & Ancient Stadium
TRAVEL IN LUXURY: Groups of 1 to 3: Mercedes EClass Luxury Sedan; 4-7 Mercedes Minivan; 8-14 Mercedes Sprinter. A/C / Free Wifi / Bottled Water
Pickup included
What's included in BEST Peloponnese Wine Roads Tour with Ancient Nemae
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Corinth Canal
After leaving the City our first stop will be at the Corinth Canal, which connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. This short 6km but Historic Canal separates the Peloponnese from the Greek mainland and was a project first conceived by a ruler of Ancient Corinth, and began by Roman emperor Nero, although not completed until 1893.
Nemea
Entering into the region of the Peloponnese we follow rolling countryside full of olive groves & orchards making a wonderful transition to your first winery. Here you will be led by an expert Sommelier who will provide a tour of the facility where you will learn about the production & cultivation of various local wines followed by a tasting of five quality wines along with accompaniments.
Ancient Nemea
The Archaeological Site of Nemea. Nemea was famous in Greek mythology in relation to Hercules and the Nemean Lion, and was the site of regular athletic games. The centrepiece of the Nemea Archaeological Site is the Sanctuary of Zeus at Nemea developed at the beginning of the 6th century BC and was a Classic Doric Temple, with a number of other buildings & monuments which were used in the religious and athletic ceremonies of the ancient Nemean Games.
Inclusions
- First class transport: Mercedes E-Class Sedan or Minivan. Free WiFi, A/C, Chilled Bottled Water
- Tour 100% exclusive to your group
- Expert led Tours of both Wineries. Facilities & Production
- Pickup and return from your Athens Hotel, Residence, Cruise ship
- Professional English speaking experienced Tour driver throughout the day
- Expert led Tastings of 5 Wines at each winery with a Sommelier with accompaniments
- Visits to the Archaeological site, museum and Ancient Stadium at Nemea
- Entrance fees
- Athens Airport transfers or pickup locations outside Athens: arranged on request with extra cost
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- LUNCH OPTION: Please let us know if anyone in your group has food allergies
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
o Pick up time flexible on request. We suggest 07:30 but if a later time is preferred we will start according to your needs o For Airport pickup and locations outside of Athens there may be a supplement. We will advise on booking. o For Airbnb's please provide the exact address o If you have luggage please provide details of quantity so we may provide the appropriate vehicle
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IMPORTANT - CONTACT DETAILS • For all tour questions please Email: [email protected] • For telephone inquiries call: +30 6970026750 • HOTEL PICK UP: We will meet you at the hotel reception area. • AIRBNB OR ATHENS ADDRESS: We will meet you outside the address at street level • CRUISE SHIP PICK UP: For Cruise ship pick up please provide the ship name; all passenger names; one passport number. • LUGGAGE & EXCESS LUGGAGE: Please advise us of any luggage so we may supply the appropriate vehicle. Please note we are not responsible for luggage safety.
