Mani Peninsula – Spartan Routes https://spartan-routes.gr Tours by a local Thu, 25 Jan 2024 12:20:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.1 https://spartan-routes.gr/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-icon-logo-32x32.jpg Mani Peninsula – Spartan Routes https://spartan-routes.gr 32 32 Mani – Classic Beauty https://spartan-routes.gr/mani-classic-beauty/ https://spartan-routes.gr/mani-classic-beauty/#respond Sun, 09 May 2021 09:20:00 +0000 https://spartan-routes.gr/?p=605 Diros Caves – Areopolis – Dekoulon Monastery – Limeni  (from May to September, possibility for food and / or swimming at the end of the tour)  Our visit to ‘Vlyhada’ Cave, one of the most beautiful lake caves in the world, includes a tour of about 30 minutes by boat (lifejackets are provided) through intricate mystic spaces, adorned with towering stalagmites and stalactites that mirror in the water. Then, a 10-minute […]

Το άρθρο Mani – Classic Beauty εμφανίστηκε πρώτα στο Spartan Routes.

]]> https://spartan-routes.gr/mani-classic-beauty/feed/ 0 Alternative Mani https://spartan-routes.gr/alternative-mani/ https://spartan-routes.gr/alternative-mani/#respond Sun, 09 May 2021 09:21:00 +0000 https://spartan-routes.gr/?p=608 Diros Caves – Horseback tour of a Traditional Settlement in Mani – Areopoli – Limeni  (from May to September, possibility for food and / or swimming)  Do you love horses or do you want you and your children to experience your first contact with them? This tour is made for you!  Our walk starts with an unusual boat ride, lasting about half an hour, in the lake […]

Το άρθρο Alternative Mani εμφανίστηκε πρώτα στο Spartan Routes.

]]> https://spartan-routes.gr/alternative-mani/feed/ 0 Mystical Mani https://spartan-routes.gr/mystical-mani/ https://spartan-routes.gr/mystical-mani/#respond Sat, 08 May 2021 09:22:00 +0000 https://spartan-routes.gr/?p=612 Diros Caves – Vathia – Porto Cayo – Gerolimenas   (from May to September, possibility for food and / or swimming)  Beneath the simple landscape of Mani, nature with incomparable art and patience sculpted a miracle, the lake caves of Diros.  White stalactites and stalagmites, striking curtains and glittering crystals adorn every corner, creating a breathtaking spectacle. The tourist route extends to a […]

Το άρθρο Mystical Mani εμφανίστηκε πρώτα στο Spartan Routes.

]]> https://spartan-routes.gr/mystical-mani/feed/ 0 Medieval Fortress of Monemvasia (Lower Town) – Shipwreck ‘Dimitrios’ – Gythio https://spartan-routes.gr/medieval-fortress-of-monemvasia-lower-town-shipwreck-dimitrios-gythio/ https://spartan-routes.gr/medieval-fortress-of-monemvasia-lower-town-shipwreck-dimitrios-gythio/#respond Sat, 15 May 2021 09:25:00 +0000 https://spartan-routes.gr/?p=615 Our first destination is Monemvasia, the famous ‘Gibraltar of the East’, with its narrow cobbled streets, beautiful churches, houses and buildings with unique architecture and the stunning view of the Myrtoan Sea. Our walk in the medieval city lasts 1.00 – 1.30 hours. There is free time to relax and enjoy our coffee, gazing at the sea.  Then, we will depart for Mani and Gythio and after a […]

Το άρθρο Medieval Fortress of Monemvasia (Lower Town) – Shipwreck ‘Dimitrios’ – Gythio εμφανίστηκε πρώτα στο Spartan Routes.

]]> https://spartan-routes.gr/medieval-fortress-of-monemvasia-lower-town-shipwreck-dimitrios-gythio/feed/ 0 Kokkinogia – Tainaro Lighthouse – Kokkinogia https://spartan-routes.gr/kokkinogia-tainaro-lighthouse-kokkinogia/ Sat, 01 Jul 2023 07:21:48 +0000 https://spartan-routes.gr/?p=1187 Perhaps the most beautiful hike of Mani! The starting point was, according to the ancient Greeks, the entrance to the Underworld, since a well-known necromancy was located here in ancient times. The trail starts next to the Byzantine church of Agioi Asomatoi (the Incorporeal Saints), which is built of stones from the adjacent temple of […]

Το άρθρο Kokkinogia – Tainaro Lighthouse – Kokkinogia εμφανίστηκε πρώτα στο Spartan Routes.

]]> Agia Kyriaki – Tigani Peninsula – Panagia Agitria – Agia Kyriaki https://spartan-routes.gr/agia-kyriaki-tigani-peninsula-panagia-agitria-agia-kyriaki/ Sat, 01 Jul 2023 07:18:52 +0000 https://spartan-routes.gr/?p=1180 The hike starts from the fortified village of Agia Kyriaki (23 km south of Areopolis). The first destination will be the impressive peninsula shaped like a frying pan and the ruins of a medieval fortified village at its north. We will cross the peninsula and while hiking along the rocky route, full of natural salt […]

Το άρθρο Agia Kyriaki – Tigani Peninsula – Panagia Agitria – Agia Kyriaki εμφανίστηκε πρώτα στο Spartan Routes.

]]> Guided tour and wine tasting in an organic vineyard https://spartan-routes.gr/wine-tasting-guided-tour-of-a-winery/ Thu, 20 May 2021 09:32:08 +0000 https://spartan-routes.gr/?p=630 The winery and vineyards are located 17 km south of Sparta, at an equal distance from Sparta and Gythio. Our visit will begin with a tour of the vineyards around the winery and then of the winery and cellars where the whole production process will be presented.  Then, we shall taste the wines of the estate. There are 4 organically certified wines (white, rosé, red, […]

Το άρθρο Guided tour and wine tasting in an organic vineyard εμφανίστηκε πρώτα στο Spartan Routes.

]]> Horseback swimming Diros Mani https://spartan-routes.gr/horseback-swimming-diros-mani/ https://spartan-routes.gr/horseback-swimming-diros-mani/#respond Thu, 20 May 2021 09:34:04 +0000 https://spartan-routes.gr/?p=639 How about a morning swim in Mani while riding your horse?  Suggested start hours: 8.00 – 10.00 a.m.  Activity also suitable for children.  For more information, please contact us.  The activity can be combined with ⇒ Mani Tours 

Το άρθρο Horseback swimming Diros Mani εμφανίστηκε πρώτα στο Spartan Routes.

]]> https://spartan-routes.gr/horseback-swimming-diros-mani/feed/ 0 Small boat ride for swimming and / or fishing https://spartan-routes.gr/small-boat-ride-for-swimming-and-or-fishing/ https://spartan-routes.gr/small-boat-ride-for-swimming-and-or-fishing/#respond Thu, 06 May 2021 09:34:00 +0000 https://spartan-routes.gr/?p=642 Departure from the port of Gythio to the southeast coast of Mani. Enjoy the endless blue of the waters of the Laconic Gulf and the charm of the rocky coastline with mysterious formations and caves. Fish or swim either by diving from the boat or at the steep, unknown beaches that Captain George will recommend.  After your swim, enjoy your ouzo and traditional meze on […]

Το άρθρο Small boat ride for swimming and / or fishing εμφανίστηκε πρώτα στο Spartan Routes.

]]> https://spartan-routes.gr/small-boat-ride-for-swimming-and-or-fishing/feed/ 0 Horseback tour of a traditional settlement in Mani https://spartan-routes.gr/horseback-tour-of-a-traditional-settlement-in-mani/ https://spartan-routes.gr/horseback-tour-of-a-traditional-settlement-in-mani/#respond Wed, 05 May 2021 09:33:00 +0000 https://spartan-routes.gr/?p=636 How about a special horse ride? Our route includes a tour of a traditional Mani settlement with beautiful stone tower houses and cobbled streets. An experience that we highly recommend!  Activity also suitable for children.  The activity can be combined with ⇒ Mani Tours 

Το άρθρο Horseback tour of a traditional settlement in Mani εμφανίστηκε πρώτα στο Spartan Routes.

]]> https://spartan-routes.gr/horseback-tour-of-a-traditional-settlement-in-mani/feed/ 0