Sparta Private Tour from Athens Sparta Private Tour from Athens with escort
ID: GYG431532-O-780165
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Admire the picturesque landscape of the Peloponnese. Learn about the history of Sparta, famous for its well organized ancient army. Feel the presence of the 300 Spartans who won the huge Persian army.
On this tour you will have the chance to visit the famous Corinth Canal, Sparta and Mystras, while you will also admire the picturesque landscape of the Peloponnese.
The tour starts early in the morning. After a short stop at the famous Corinth Canal, which connects the Ionian Sea with the Aegean Sea, the tour continues to Sparta and Mystras.
Sparta is one of the most historical destinations, an ancient center which is famous for its well organized ancient army. It was founded by the Dorians in the 9th century and developed into the most powerful military city by Lycurgus. Leonidas was also a warrior king of the Greek city-state of Sparta. In 480 BC the king Leonidas and 300 Spartans won the huge Persian army during the famous battle of Thermopylae.
Mystras or Myzythras is located only 7 km from Sparta. It was the capital of the Byzantine Despotate of Morea the second most important city and a fortress of the Byzantine Empire as well.
Finally, when the tour is over, you will return to Athens.
Highlights
- Visit the famous Corinth canal, Sparta and Mystras.
- Learn facinating history of the places you visit.
- Admire the picturesque landscape of the Peloponnese.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The starting time may be arranged in accordance to the traveler's wish. To arrange it please communicate with the local operator at the contact details you will find after booking
Kindly note that the driver guide is not a licensed guide for archaeological areas, and he can't enter with you into them
If you need a licensed guide, make sure you book the option with a licensed guide
Note that you may need to have a valid ID or passport with you while visiting the sights
It is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes and clothes
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You will be picked up from your accommodation in Athens. Your driver will be waiting outside your accommodation.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
