Why choose this Peloponnese tour ?
Starting from Monemvasia, passing through vast olive, orange and lemon groves next to the riverbank of the mythical Evrotas river, smelling the summer aromas of the area, you will see on the foot of Taygetos Mountain a hill on which the Byzantine Town of Mystras is located.
Mystras is an exceptional example of a well preserved fortified Byzantine city, a World Cultural Heritage Monument protected by Unesco since 1989.
Take a guided tour, which lasts approximately two hours, of the town and learn about the history of the castle-town. Visit the churches and the monastery of Pantanassa, the only place that is inhabited nowadays. The palace and the fortresses are typical examples of Byzantine architecture. Admire the breathtaking view of Evrotas plain and Sparta from the upper town. Mystras is the place that the Present meets the Past.
After your visit to Mystras enjoy a meal of local traditional cuisine in a restaurant in Parori.
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What makes Mystras Half – Day Tour from Monemvasia a unique experience ?
Set off from Monemvasia in the comfort of a Mercedes V.I.P Service to a half-day tour to the Byzantine castle-town of Mystras.
Starting from Monemvasia, passing through vast olive,orange and lemon groves next to the riverbank of the mythical Evrotas river, smelling the summer aromas of the area, you will see on the foot of Taygetos Mountain a hill on which the Byzantine Town of Mystras is located.
Mystras is an exceptional example of a well preserved fortified Byzantine city, a World Cultural Heritage Monument protected by Unesco since 1989. In the Byzantine Times Mystras used to be the second most important city after Constantinople, a major piece on the political chessboard of the time, a center of power and trade.
Today the palace, the mansions, the churches, and Monasteries show the cultural importance of the place. Take a guided tour, which lasts approximately two hours, of the town and learn about the history of the castle-town. Visit the churches and the monastery of Pantanassa, the only place that is inhabited nowadays. The palace and the fortresses are typical examples of Byzantine architecture. Admire the breathtaking view of Evrotas plain and Sparta from the upper town. Mystras is the place that the Present meets the Past.
After your visit to Mystras enjoy a meal of local traditional cuisine in a restaurant in Parori, a peaceful village full of old-aged tall trees and running waters on the foot of Mystras hill.
• English-speaking guide.
• A guided tour of Mystras.
• Amazing landscape.
• Breathtaking views.
• A visit of historical and architectural interest.
• A meal to a peaceful place.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant seats available
- Service animals allowed
- Transfer is available for a maximum of 8
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Short stops on the way if passengers want to
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Mystras Half – Day Tour from Monemvasia
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Pickup included
- Mineral Cold Water
- English speaking Driver
- Entry tickets at museums/archeological
- Certificated Guide for a tour in the Archaeological place of Mystras
- Mercedes Air-Conditioned Vehicle
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Private Greece.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Athens.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 8 Travelers is accepted for booking.