Explore Mystras’ Byzantine charm and Diros Caves’ natural wonders. Join a Spartan day tour for a mythical journey through history and nature.
Explore Mystras’ Byzantine charm and Diros Caves’ natural wonders. Join a Spartan day tour for a mythical journey through history and nature.
- Athens - Begin the journey with a pick-up from your accommodation and a 3-hour drive.
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Monemvasia Fortress - Day 1
Explore the enchanting Monemvasia Castle-city. Experience the magic of being a knight or princess from childhood fairytales on this Byzantine rock island, established by the Byzantines in the 6th century. - Gytheio - Day 2…
- Athens - Begin the journey with a pick-up from your accommodation and a 3-hour drive.
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Monemvasia Fortress - Day 1
Explore the enchanting Monemvasia Castle-city. Experience the magic of being a knight or princess from childhood fairytales on this Byzantine rock island, established by the Byzantines in the 6th century. -
Gytheio - Day 2
Stay overnight in Gytheio. Discover the Diros Cave, a breathtaking natural wonder untouched by human hands. The cave’s humidity, saltiness, and low lighting create a serene atmosphere as a boat glides through, revealing stunning white stalactites and stalagmites that adorn every corner, offering an awe-inspiring view.
Gytheio, the port of the Spartans, is a charming and lively town with beautiful neoclassical buildings. Despite being on the mainland, it exudes an “island vibe.” Enjoy a walk to Cranae Island, a stroll along the long waterfront, visit nearby beaches, or explore the museums. Gytheio also offers a wide range of dining, entertainment, and shopping options – everything you could wish for! - Acropolis & Fortification Castle of Mystras - Discover the mystical tower town of Mystras, located northwest of Sparta. Be captivated by its medieval grandeur, including the Palace of the Despots (Anaktora), the stunning Cathedral of Saint Dimitrios, and the impressive Monasteries of Our Lady Pantánassa and Our Lady Perivleptos. Imagine Frankish princes and princesses residing in grand mansions, foreign delegations arriving with gifts, and bustling streets filled with peasants, pilgrims, and traders. This is where the Spartans relocated after the Crusaders. In 1448, the last Byzantine emperor, Spartan Constantine XI Palaeologos, was crowned here. The first Byzantine emperor was the great Constantine from Rome in 306 AD, and the last was Constantine from Sparta, who died in 1453 at the walls of Constantinople, fighting the Ottomans like King Leonidas fought the Persians in 480 BC.
- Sparta - Explore the archaeological site of Sparta and its museum.
- Corinth Canal - Visit the canal that connects the Aegean and Adriatic seas.
- Athens - Return to Athens with a drive back.

- In-vehicle air conditioning
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- archaeological site : Mistras
- entrance site : Diros caves
- Accommodation for day 1 and 2
- Ticket Sparti museum
- archaeological site : Mistras
- entrance site : Diros caves
- Accommodation for day 1 and 2
- Ticket Sparti museum
Live your myth with the Spartans on a day tour that traces the footsteps of ancient Spartans through the centuries.
In the cave of Diros, you’ll encounter a nearly painterly landscape, untouched by human hands. The humidity, saltiness, and low lighting create an atmosphere where your boat calmly glides past curtains of sparkling crystals. From the simple…
Live your myth with the Spartans on a day tour that traces the footsteps of ancient Spartans through the centuries.
In the cave of Diros, you’ll encounter a nearly painterly landscape, untouched by human hands. The humidity, saltiness, and low lighting create an atmosphere where your boat calmly glides past curtains of sparkling crystals. From the simple landscape of Mani, nature has sculpted a miracle beyond imagination with incomparable art and patience. White stalactites and stalagmites adorn every corner, creating an unparalleled sight that takes your breath away.
Wander through the districts of Mystras and the Castle, where you’ll feel as if you’ve stepped into a fairy tale. Byzantine princes, noblemen, and concubines with their retinues emerge from rich mansions, while foreign delegations make their way to pay respects to the ruler of the state. The streets fill with people, creating a dreamlike image from the Byzantine past.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.