3-Day trip to Peloponnese hilights(Monemvasia,Sparti and Ancient Olympia).

Rural and remote, the Peloponnese is the birthplace of ancient Greece’s gods and monsters. Even today, it’s sparsely populated and visitors usually cluster around the big-name ancient sites. Outside those ruins, you’ll find a countryside dotted with vineyards, farms and villages where you can glimpse authentic Greek life.

Monemvasia is located 320 km from Athens, about a 4 hour drive, and most of this distance is covered along a safe highway running down the Peloponnese.

Monemvasia, a picturesque retreat in Greece,offering a fairytale-like experience. Whether it’s your first visit or a return trip, Monemvasia always provides a unique experience. The medieval castle, considered one of the world’s most beautiful, has a rich history that spans centuries. So, if you’re seeking a magical getaway in the heart of winter, Monemvasia is a fantastic choice.

Surrounded by mounts Taygetos and Parnon, Sparta was once the kingdom of Menelaus and his beautiful queen, the most beautiful of all mortal women of her age, Helen. But Aphrodite had promised Paris of Troy the most beautiful woman on earth in return of a favour, so the Trojan prince came to Sparta to claim his trophy. He abducted Helen and travelled back to his homeland. Menelaus wanted his wife back and talked all the other kings of Greece into fighting against the Trojans. That’s pretty much how the most celebrated war of the myths started.

The site of Olympia, in a valley in the Peloponnesus, has been inhabited since prehistoric times. In the 10th century B.C., Olympia became a centre for the worship of Zeus. The Altis – the sanctuary to the gods – has one of the highest concentrations of masterpieces from the ancient Greek world. In addition to temples, there are the remains of all the sports structures erected for the Olympic Games, which were held in Olympia every four years beginning in 776 B.C.