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Peloponnese Private Day Trip with Dinner

From$237.5
10 hours
Athens, Greece

About this activity

Experience the rich history of Ancient Olympia, Sparta, and Mycenae on a private day trip from Athens, including a traditional Greek dinner.

Highlights

  • Explore Ancient Olympia's historic ruins
  • Visit the ancient city of Sparta
  • Discover the archaeological site of Mycenae
  • Enjoy a traditional Greek dinner
  • Experience the rich history of the Peloponnese region

Full description

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the ancient wonders of Greece with this exclusive private day trip from Athens. Visit the historic ruins of Ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, and explore the ancient city of Sparta, renowned for its warrior culture. Discover the archaeological site of Mycenae, home to the legendary Agamemnon. After a day of exploration, savor a traditional Greek dinner at a local restaurant, offering authentic flavors and hospitality. This personalized tour ensures a memorable journey through Greece's rich history and culture.

Included / Excluded

  • Private transportation in a comfortable vehicle
  • Guided tours of Ancient Olympia, Ancient Sparta, and Mycenae
  • Traditional Greek dinner at a local restaurant
  • Personal expenses and gratuities

Itinerary

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Visitors will have the opportunity to see up close the site of the Ancient "Sacred Forrest" which was the name of Ancient Olympia. Built on the North riverbank of Alfeios, it consists one of the greatests World Heritage sites (UNESCO), as well as an icredible natural landscape that evolved to the biggest religious sanctuary of the Ancient World. Like Time Travellers, we are magically transported to the site where the Olympic Games were held, the most important national event of Greeks, which according to tradition and myths began long before 776 B.C. (the official starting date/point) from Pelopa who won in a race track the King of Pissa, Enomao. Older indications of human presence in Ancient Olympia, were discovered the 4rth millenium B.C. to reach its peak period the 5fth century B.C. during which, politics, philosophers and artists were gathered to spread their ideas. We will visit the Zeus Temple where the 12 meter high, Golden and Ivory Statue of Zeus was exposed (one of the 7 Wonders of the World) we will see the Philippeio: the unique circular construction, a gift to Zeus from the Great Alexander's father (the King Philippos the Second) a temple which was completed by Great Alexander himself. We'll also visit the Ancient Olympic Stadium,the Palaestras (the Athelic Field where wrestlers fight) Hera's Temple, Ancient Olympia's Museum, the recunstructions of the Romans who allowed the conduct of the Games without interruption until they ceased in 393 AC. by the edict of Theodosius I, Emperor of Byzantium.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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It was a pit or underground cavern at Sparta, into which state-prisoners or their corpses were thrown. We are going to see its majestic landscape and do a peregrination.

Duration: 45 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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We visit the ancient city of Sparta, where we will see its Acropolis, its ancient Theater and some Roman-era houses. Ancient Sparta was built on the banks of the Eurotas River in Laconia, southeast of the Peloponnese, and became known as a political-military force in Greece at the beginning of the Archaic period (800 BC to 479 BC) to reach its decline after its victory in the Peloponnesian War over Athens and its allies, where it imposed until 371 BC. her hegemony. That was the year when Sparta was defeated by the Thebans. In 362 BC it completely lost its power, along with the rise of the Kingdom of Macedonia, to be conquered later on by the Romans. An important creation that the visitor will have the opportunity to admire closely, is the statue of Leonidas in which his entire outfit is depicted in the battle of Thermopylae in 480 BC. during the second invasion of the Persians in Greece, after their defeat 10 years ago, in Marathon. We will also see the tomb of Leonidas (whose corpse, after 50 years, was transported and buried in Sparta in 430 BC), the statue of Lycurgus (the legislator of ancient Sparta who established the system of military education of the Spartans' society, according to Apollo's Oracle in Delphi) we will see the Museum of the Olive Tree and the Kaiada, where - contrary to the prevailing myth - official investigations, starting from 1983 to the present, have shown from the bone findings that there were no Spartan children with birth defects that were executed, but adult males and females instead (traitors, sentenced to death, criminals and prisoners of war).

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Perseus establishes the most important and richest palace center of the Late Bronze Age in Greece, Mycenae: The Kingdom of Mythical Agamemnon. The Gate and the Tomb of the Lions, the tomb of Agamemnon ("Treasure of Atrea" in excellent condition and most impressive of the 9 Mycenaean tombs) the Cyclopean Walls of the Mycenaean Acropolis, are some of the monuments that enchant the traveler. The prime of Mycenae began in 1.600 BC. and lasted until 1.110 BC. The descendants of Perseus ruled for three generations. The rebuilding and fortification of the city began in 1350 BC. When Pausanias visited Ancient Sparta in the 2nd century A.C., it was already ruined.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
6

Dinner Back in Athens

Duration: 45 minAdmission: YES

Important information

Know before you book

  • This tour is private and can be customized to your preferences.
  • A minimum of two participants is required for booking.
  • Please inform the operator of any dietary restrictions in advance.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
  • Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
  • Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout the day.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Infant Seats Available
  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Good to know

  • For 1-4 passengers the tour will be provided with a Mercedes Benz Eclass. For 5-8 travellers the tour will be provided with a Mercedes Benz Minivan.For 9-20 passengers the tour will be provided with a Mercedes Benz Sprinter.
  • We can pick our customers up from wherever they want inside the region of Athens.
  • If the pick up is from the Airport or from the cruise dock please provide all the details to the operator after from the pickup.
  • If there is a Strike in The city Center or a special event that effects the tour,the tour may change start time or ITINERARY under the instructions of the operator and the agreement of the customer
  • Please provide as much as possible contact details to the operator even after the booking
  • If the booking will start from Ath Int Airport the time of the tour start to count fro the pickup of the customer,so do not stress your self in cases of Delay of flights
  • If the tour is combined with a transfer the Maximum Luggage ( american size 32kl) can be no more than 3 and the start time of the tour starts at the time of the first pickup eg :( There is a customer that buys a tour starting from Cruise terminal but first he/she wants to be transferred to his Hotel to do the check in and then to start the tour. ) if the customer wants extra services than the ones that paid for,the operator will charge him extra and the payment will be done to the driver in cash or credit card.
  • ***Mercedes-Benz vehicles (Sedan, Minivan, SUV, Bus-depending on availability)***

Traveler reviews

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We did the full day...

We did the full day private tour to Olympia, Sparta, and Mycenae. We had the best time! Tad was our driver and guide and was so fun. We shared stories, learned a lot about Greek history and mythology in addition to the sites themselves. We thoroughly enjoyed our time!!

Rusty_BApr 15, 2026VIATOR

Travel in History

Very nice tour and recommended for those who appreciate the Greek history. We congratulate Mr.Dalas, a very polite and knowledgeable person of history.

Tour591251Nov 30, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Sparta seeking!

It was a great trip! Ted was full of history and an awesome guide! The day was enjoyable and packed!

Brigid_KOct 11, 2025VIATOR

Best guide and driver.

We set this day trip up months ago and Paddy, our guide and driver contacted us a couple of days prior to our trip.Having Paddy as a guide was unbelievable, he gave us a thorough explanation of Greek history starting with the Greek Gods up to the current days. He took the time to answer any questions that we had and made sure we were comfortable at all times. I would have added photos but they are on my phone not on this device.

Teresa_WOct 3, 2025VIATOR

Paddy was amazing, very...

Paddy was amazing, very informative throughout the day. The day was very long however Paddy made it comfortable and was always attentive

Tim_HJun 29, 2025VIATOR

Additional information

For 1-4 passengers the tour will be provided with a Mercedes Benz Eclass. For 5-8 travellers the tour will be provided with a Mercedes Benz Minivan.For 9-20 passengers the tour will be provided with a Mercedes Benz Sprinter. We can pick our customers up from wherever they want inside the region of Athens. If the pick up is from the Airport or from the cruise dock please provide all the details to the operator after from the pickup. If there is a Strike in The city Center or a special event that effects the tour,the tour may change start time or ITINERARY under the instructions of the operator and the agreement of the customer Please provide as much as possible contact details to the operator even after the booking If the booking will start from Ath Int Airport the time of the tour start to count fro the pickup of the customer,so do not stress your self in cases of Delay of flights If the tour is combined with a transfer the Maximum Luggage ( american size 32kl) can be no more than 3 and the start time of the tour starts at the time of the first pickup eg :( There is a customer that buys a tour starting from Cruise terminal but first he/she wants to be transferred to his Hotel to do the check in and then to start the tour. ) if the customer wants extra services than the ones that paid for,the operator will charge him extra and the payment will be done to the driver in cash or credit card. ***Mercedes-Benz vehicles (Sedan, Minivan, SUV, Bus-depending on availability)***
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