The Peloponnese Overview

Voyage into the Peloponnese for the awesome landscapes, small mountain towns, and unparalleled ancient sites, including Olympia, Mycenae, Corinth, Mystras, and Epidavros. Breathtaking scenery, from the barren slopes of Mani to the forested peaks and flower-blanketed pastures of Arcadia, imbues the land with ageless natural beauty. More goats than buses and more farmers than financiers, getting around the craggy Peloponnese can be difficult but it’s all the more charming because of it. Away from large, urban transportation hubs, the serene, sparsely populated mountain and seaside villages welcome visitors to traditional Greek living at its best.

Hear acoustic perfection at the ancient theater of Epidavros.
Run in ancient paths at the original Olympic Stadium in Olympia.
Explore the beaches and canyons on the endless coastlines of Kithera.

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