The stadium in ancient Messene

Greece is known for its antiquities. Ancient Olympia, Delphi, Epidaurus, and of course the Acropolis. Hundreds of thousands of tourists visit these site every year. But as time passes, more sites are discovered and unearthed. One of those relatively unknown sites is the archaeological site of Ancient Messene.

Messene is a significant ancient city in terms of its size, form, and state of preservation, and still has much to offer. It possesses not only sanctuaries and public buildings, but also imposing fortifications, and houses and tombs. It enjoys, amongst other things, the advantage of never having been destroyed or covered by later settlements, and is located on an unspoiled inland site. Its natural setting combines the grandeur of the mountains of Delphi with the low-lying, riverine tranquillity of Olympia, the dominating bare limestone mass of Ithome, the site of the ancient acropolis, with the low fertile valley around the ancient city.

To reach Messene from Athens you have to drive through the highway Corinth – Tripolis – Megalopolis – Kalamata or Corinth – Patras – Pyrgos – Kyparissia – Meligalas. From Olympia the journey to Messene lasts only 1 and 1/2 hr by car (around 75km.)

If you decide to visit Athens, especially during the summer time you should definitely visit 6 D.O.G.S garden. In a former completely run down place the intervention in the garden of the 6 D.O.G.S Cultural Centre in central Athens, returns the site to its natural state.

In a city that systematically builds on its fragmented open space, the 600 square metre garden supports the operation of a busy cafe and bar with a few key moves that merge with the natural setting. A wooden bar and wooden furniture, plus simple lights hanging from the trees, makes for all the equipment, allowing for a rare sense of the ‘situation of nature’ that is so missing in the area.  Colourful ‘dressing’ of select trees heightens their presence.  The garden as about space before human intervention, a place about the pleasure of nature and the appreciation of the void.

Ai Giannaki beach

A unique chance to get to know part of Greece outside the mainstream tourist destinations. Messinia is located in the Southwest Peloponnese. A diverse land where  mountain slopes covered with olive trees meet extended beaches, cultural sites and picturesque villages.

We have put together a 5 night/6 day program that includes, day trips to ancient Messene, ancient Olympia, hiking on the beach of Ai Giannaki (weather permitting), visits to near by villages monuments, as well as an introduction to the local cuisine.

Ancient Messene

Your accommodation will also be in a newly built hotel, with extraordinary views.

Your room

Ancient Olympia

Kyparissia, a small town 15 minutes from your hotel

1st Day

Departure from Athens, arriving after 3:30 hours

Check in your rooms

2nd to 5th Day

Your program will include:

2 walk paths (30 min duration)

One day trip to Ancient Messene and near by villages with a tour guide

One day trip to Ancient Olympia with a tour guide

Hiking on Ai Giannaki Beach and the pine forest

Breakfast is included.

6th day

Breakfast

Departure for Athens

Note that the program is for small groups.

Find your place

These last two years, Greece has been in the spotlight of Media. Financial crisis and the needed structural changes have led to demonstrations, strikes and many kinds of protests.

So is it safe to come? Undoubtedly yes!

Although we are going through tough times, we know very well that tourism is one the few strong sectors of the economy. This year, in the midst of all, the number of tourists that visited Greece, jumped up 10%. The overall touristic product of Greece has undergone serious improvement in the last decade both in terms of infrastructure  and services.

Although in the tourist business for six decades, Greece remains and unexplored country for many of the foreigners with hidden treasures waiting to be discovered

Limo will pick you up at 9 a.m.

Arriving in Ancient Messene at 12 pm

Private tour with a professional guide of the site and the Museum

Lunch in Kalo Nero Messinias or Olympia

Check in Hotel Europa

Dinner

2^nd Day

Breakfast

Limo will pick you up at 10.am.

Arriving in Ancient Olympia at 10:15

Private tour with a professional guide of the site and the Museum

Lunch in Olympia

Departure for Athens

Arriving in Athens around 7:30 p.m.

Limo will pick you up at 9 a.m.

Arriving in Epidauros at 10.30 a.m.

Private tour with a professional guide of the site and the Museum.

Lunch in Old Epidauros port.

Check in in Nafplia Palace

Exploring the city of Nafplio

Dinner

2^nd Day

Breakfast

Limo will pick you up at 10 a.m.

Arriving in Myceneae at 10:30 a.m.

Private tour with a professional guide of the site and the Museum.

Lunch in Nafplio

Visit of the Nafplio Castle

Departure for Athens.

Arriving in Delphi at 10.30 a.m.

Extensive archaeological tour of the site and the museum with a professional guide.

Lunch in a traditional tavern.

Return to Athens around 7 p.m.

Airticket or boat tickets (From Peiraias)

4 star Hotel, with caldera view

Transfer from the airport to hotel and back

Car rental

Half day tour

Saturday visits to small wineries of the island

Check out Sunday 12 am

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