Full Day Tour to Ancient Sparta, Kaiadas, Mystras, Including Meal
Description
Ancient Sparta,Mystras (Mistras), and Kaiadas are three of Greece’s top historic sites, but visiting with public transportation can be complicated.Save hours with this day trip that includes convenient pick up and round-trip transportation from Athens so you have ample time to explore all three sites. Take in the ancient sparta ,Orthodox monument - castle city of Mystras,and ancient cave of Kaidas where the Spartans where the Spartans threw inside thieves and criminals.
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Itinerary
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)
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.
Built on the slopes of Taygetos, the Castle of Mystras takes the visitor on a journey through time. It remains virtually indestructible and desolate, generously offering an unprecedented cultural experience (and not only) in landscapes that awakens the senses. Ready for a trip to history?
Meal is included back in Athens
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
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. a) We can pick up customers from where ever they want inside in the region of Athens,Airbnb,hotels,metro stations,bus stations,apartments.We just need after the booking a short communication to agree the pickup point. b) The pick up point can be Also from the Cruise Terminal or the Ath Int Airport.Please provide to us as soon as possible details like Name of the ship / airline , arrival time and number of flight.Please also provide us any other details you need about your pick up. c) 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 d) Please provide as much as possible contact details to the operator even after the booking e) Please mention to the operator if there are Health restrictions f) If the booking will start from Ath Int Airport the time of the tour start to count from the pickup of the customer,so do not stress your self in cases of Delay of flights g) 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.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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)***
- If you have any personal Health restrictions please provide them to the operator after from the booking.
Reviews(7)
I really love Sparta! I had hoped there were more rooms but it’s a place I always wanted to go. We had a great tour guide Ted who was very knowledgeable in everything. We really loved it. Thank you, Ted.
Hello Gina, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so happy to hear that visiting Sparta was a special experience for you and that Ted’s knowledge made your tour even more enjoyable. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we truly appreciate you sharing your experience.
The tour was great! Dallas was very knowledgeable about the area, he showed up on time and made everything perfect!
Hello there, Thank you for your kind review! We’re glad you had a great tour and that Dallas’s knowledge and punctuality made your experience perfect. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again soon.
This is a must for anyone who loves history. Dallas, the tour guide was EXCELLENT. Very knowledgeable, ask him as many questions as you can!! The car ride goes in a blink and he has good humor. Stunning views & Great service!
Hi there, Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel. It was a pleasure to have you. We are happy to know Dallas served you well and kept you engaged with Ancient history. Hoping to see you soon again.
Great experience together with our driver Dallas who was extraordinarly kind and friendly. We took amazing photos. Thank you!
Hi there, Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel. We are so pleased to know you had a great time besides Dallas who made your trip great with his kind, friendly and amazing photographer. Hoping to see you soon again.
From the time we were picked up, our guide Paddy couldn't do enough to ensure we enjoyed our day. On our drive to the sites, he gave us an in depth history of Greece from ancient to modern. He was able to answer any questions we had in an engaging way. He made sure we were comfortable and was happy make a small adjustment our trip. There was no need to rush at the sites like some larger tours. The meal provided was also home-cooked, authentic fare. Thanks for a great day Paddy.
Hi Warren, Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel. We are so pleased to know you had a great time besides Paddy who made your trip comfortable and his vast knowledge of Greek history. Hoping to see you soon again.
Excellent tour booked last minute. George Ilios was punctual,very knowledgeable, and I packed MANY activities into the private tour. Highly recommend this!
Hi there, Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel. We are so happy to learn you had a great time. Hoping to see you soon again.
We can't explain how much we loved this trip! Dallas was our guide, and he was wonderful! The car ride was comfortable and Dallas knew EVERYTHING there was to know about the sites we were seeing! He kept us entertained with fun facts and interesting stories the entire drive, and accommodated us very well. The sites of ancient Sparta and Mystras were just gorgeous, and Dallas included some extra stops along the way because we just saw things that interested us. It's a long, full day and Dallas made sure we were very happy the entire way. We had the best time!
