Sparta & Mystras Byzantine fortress Full Day Tour with lunch
1 day
Lunch
Full Day
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About this activity
After driving on the west coastal road to Corinth Canal, then we continue towards Sparta & Mistras.
Sparta city was founded by the Dorian’s in the 9th century B.C. and in the next few years it developed into the most powerful military city in Greece, thanks to the efficient laws, perfected by the law-giver Lycurgus. The Spartans deferred from the rest of Greeks in the culture, and the way of life. The Spartans character were mostly military, the life of the citizen was dedicated to serving the country, and the art of war. The 300 Spartans and their King Leonidas are still a myth giving inspirations and themes to Hollywood and its great directors!
The fortress of Mystras, was once a glittering fortress of the Byzantine Empire, with Palaces, houses, monasteries, and churches founded in the 13th century during the Frankish occupation of the Peloponnese. Mystras is now a huge museum of architecture, sculpture and decorative art.
Highlights:
Sparta city, Taygetos Picturesque mountain, Mystrass fortress.
Schedule Details:
Daily departures, Duration: 11 hours
Departure Point: pick up service from your hotel
Suggested Departure Time: 07:00 am
What to bring:
Comfortable footwear, Sunblock, Hat, Camera
***No entrance fees are included***
***Professional licensed guide can be arranged on request***
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Sparta city was founded by the Dorian’s in the 9th century B.C. and in the next few years it developed into the most powerful military city in Greece, thanks to the efficient laws, perfected by the law-giver Lycurgus. The Spartans deferred from the rest of Greeks in the culture, and the way of life. The Spartans character were mostly military, the life of the citizen was dedicated to serving the country, and the art of war. The 300 Spartans and their King Leonidas are still a myth giving inspirations and themes to Hollywood and its great directors!
The fortress of Mystras, was once a glittering fortress of the Byzantine Empire, with Palaces, houses, monasteries, and churches founded in the 13th century during the Frankish occupation of the Peloponnese. Mystras is now a huge museum of architecture, sculpture and decorative art.
Highlights:
Sparta city, Taygetos Picturesque mountain, Mystrass fortress.
Schedule Details:
Daily departures, Duration: 11 hours
Departure Point: pick up service from your hotel
Suggested Departure Time: 07:00 am
What to bring:
Comfortable footwear, Sunblock, Hat, Camera
***No entrance fees are included***
***Professional licensed guide can be arranged on request***
Included
- English-speaking driver/escort
- Transportation by air-conditioned, free wi-fi, nonsmoking private van/car
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Local taxes
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
- No entrance fees are included*
- Professional licensed guide can be arranged on request*
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infant seats available
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
65%
Original
30%
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