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10
days
1020 km
distance
20.1 h
driving
35
curated stops

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Day 1 Athens → Nafplio

4 curated stops
Transit
3h52
Finish
~17:15
Temperature
11.2°C–22.5°C
Rainy days
~4
Daylight
14.0h
09:00
Acropolis of Athens read more map ↗
Stand in awe of grand columns and temples atop ancient heights.
50 min · Athens
10:00
Plato's Academy read more map ↗
Stand among ruins where Plato once guided young minds.
50 min · Athens
14:20
Bourtzi read more map ↗
Visit this iconic island fortress at the port entrance.
50 min · Nafplio
15:25
Arkadiko Bridge read more
Cross one of Europe's oldest preserved bridges.
50 min · Nafplio
16:15
Popeye search
Savor fresh Italian-style pizzas and Greek microbrew beers.
60 min · Nafplio
Overnight: Nafplio
e.g. Camping Xeni · DownTown Hotel
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 2 Around Nafplio

4 curated stops
Transit
0h26
Finish
~13:55
Temperature
11.2°C–22.5°C
Rainy days
~4
Daylight
14.0h
09:00
Tiryns odysseus.culture.gr read more map ↗
Explore well-preserved Mycenaean palace walls and structures.
50 min · Nafplio
open: 08:00-15:00
10:05
The War Museum search map ↗
See war relics and paintings in a historic military school.
50 min · Nafplio
open: Tu-Sa 09:00-14:00, Su and national days 09:30-14:00
11:05
The Archeological Museum search map ↗
Discover artifacts in a beautifully restored Venetian building.
50 min · Nafplio · Entrance €2 general, €1 over 65 or non-EU students, free under 18 and EU students
open: M 13:30-20:00, Tu-Su 08:00-20:00
12:05
Palamidi read more map ↗
Stand atop this legendary fortress with panoramic views.
50 min · Nafplio · Adult €8
open: Daily 08:30-15:00
12:55
Kipos (Garden) search
Dine on Mediterranean and Italian cuisine in a garden setting.
60 min · Nafplio
Overnight here
e.g. Camping Xeni · DownTown Hotel
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 3 Around Nafplio

4 curated stops
Transit
0h24
Finish
~13:25
Temperature
11.2°C–22.5°C
Rainy days
~4
Daylight
14.0h
09:30
The Komboloi Museum search map ↗
Learn about traditional Greek worry beads and their history.
50 min · Nafplio · €3
open: Daily 09:30–21:30
10:30
The Peloponnesian Folklore Foundation Museum search map ↗
Experience Greek town life through diverse exhibits.
50 min · Nafplio · Full admission: €4 (morning)/€3 (afternoon), Reduced admission for persons over 65m and an adult accompanying a child. Museum Tour: €3
open: Exhibition W-M 09:00-14:30, 18:00-21:00, Tu 18:00-21:00. Museum shop W-M 09:00-14:30, 18:00-21:00, Su 18:00-21:00
11:30
Vouleftikon search map ↗
Visit the first Greek parliament, once an Ottoman Jami, south of Syntagma Sq.
50 min · Nafplio
12:35
The National Gallery search
Admire famous Greek paintings in a former hospital.
50 min · Nafplio
Overnight here
e.g. Camping Xeni · DownTown Hotel
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 4 Around Nafplio

4 curated stops
Transit
0h19
Finish
~12:50
Temperature
11.2°C–22.5°C
Rainy days
~4
Daylight
14.0h
09:00
St Spyridon church search map ↗
Stroll through the 1702 church where the first governor was killed.
50 min · Nafplio
10:00
Frangokklisia search map ↗
Explore layers of history in this ancient church.
50 min · Nafplio
11:00
St Nicolaus search map ↗
Discover the 18th-century church on Philellinon square by the port.
50 min · Nafplio
12:00
The Ouzo museum karonis.gr map ↗
Explore the history of ouzo in a distillery setting.
50 min · Nafplio
Overnight here
e.g. Camping Xeni · DownTown Hotel
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Day 5 Monemvasia

3 curated stops
Transit
4h20
Finish
~16:40
Temperature
18.1°C–21.1°C
Rainy days
~2
Daylight
14.0h
13:00
Monemvasia search map ↗
You will see ancient stone walls and narrow cobblestone streets overlooking the sparkling Aegean Sea.
90 min · Monemvasia
14:45
Church of Agia Sofia read more
Marvel at a stunning Byzantine church with sea views.
50 min · Monemvasia
15:50
Church of Elkomenos Christos read more
Visit a historically significant restored main church.
50 min · Monemvasia
Overnight here
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Day 6 Kalamata

4 curated stops
Transit
3h14
Finish
~16:50
Temperature
15.1°C–23.4°C
Rainy days
~3
Daylight
14.0h
12:00
Military Museum search map ↗
See uniforms and armored vehicles from Greece's wars.
50 min · Kalamata · Free entrance
open: closed on Mondays
13:00
Archeological Museum of Messenia search map ↗
Admire ancient mosaics and artifacts in a Venetian building.
50 min · Kalamata
14:00
Saint Apostles search map ↗
Feel the quiet history in the Byzantine heart of the old town.
50 min · Kalamata
15:00
Historical and Folkloric Museum of Kalamata search map ↗
Explore revolutionary relics and traditional Messinian life.
50 min · Kalamata
15:50
O Tzimis facebook.com map ↗
Savor smoky souvlakia and crispy gyros from a square-side stand.
60 min · Kalamata · €2
Overnight here
e.g. Alexandrion Hotel · Ostria Hotel
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 7 Around Kalamata

4 curated stops
Transit
0h18
Finish
~12:50
Temperature
15.1°C–23.4°C
Rainy days
~3
Daylight
14.0h
09:00
Temple of the Visitation of the Saviour search map ↗
Worship in a grand 19th-century Byzantine-style temple.
50 min · Kalamata
10:00
Nunnery of Saints Constantine and Helen search map ↗
Learn Byzantine silk traditions beside the ancient castle.
50 min · Kalamata
11:00
Castle of Kalamata search map ↗
Stand atop a pine hill, gazing out over the sea from historic walls.
50 min · Kalamata
12:00
Railway park search map ↗
Stroll among vintage trains in a green, family-friendly park.
50 min · Kalamata
Overnight here
e.g. Alexandrion Hotel · Ostria Hotel
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 8 Around Kalamata

3 curated stops
Transit
0h24
Finish
~12:00
Temperature
15.1°C–23.4°C
Rainy days
~3
Daylight
14.0h
09:00
Municipal Library search
Discover donated artworks that survived a great earthquake.
50 min · Kalamata
10:05
Municipal Conservatoire search
Enjoy live music events held on steps above a temple.
50 min · Kalamata
11:10
Pantazopouleio Cultural Centre search
Experience art and performances in Aristomenous Square.
50 min · Kalamata
Overnight here
e.g. Alexandrion Hotel · Ostria Hotel
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 9 Olympia

2 curated stops
Transit
2h29
Finish
~13:55
Temperature
11.9°C–24.1°C
Rainy days
~3
Daylight
14.0h
11:20
Archaeological Site of Olympia olympia-greece.org read more map ↗
You will see ancient ruins and iconic statues from Olympic history.
50 min · Olympia
12:25
Olympia Land winery olympiagi.gr map ↗
Taste unique local wines in a sleek, modern tasting room.
90 min · Olympia
Overnight here
e.g. Hotel Kronio · Neda Hotel
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 10 Olympia → Athens

0 curated stops
Transit
4h17
Finish
~13:20
Temperature
11.9°C–24.1°C
Rainy days
~3
Daylight
14.0h
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