2 Day Private Castle Tour (From Athens)
Overview
Embark on a 2-day castle tour through Greece’s rich medieval past.
On Day 1, visit the Corinth Canal, then explore Acrocorinth, an ancient fortress with stunning views. Continue to Nafplio, Greece’s first modern capital, where you’ll visit the Palamidi Castle, offering breathtaking panoramas, and the Bourtzi Castle, set on a small island in the harbor. Enjoy free time to stroll Nafplio’s charming streets before an overnight stay.
On Day 2, travel to the Byzantine city of Mystras, a UNESCO World Heritage site with impressive churches and palaces. Then, head to Sparta, home of the legendary warriors, where you’ll explore its history and cultural significance. Enjoy a relaxing meal at a traditional taverna before returning to Athens. This tour offers a perfect mix of history, architecture, and scenic beauty, making it an unforgettable journey into Greece’s medieval and ancient past.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Accommodation in hotel, with breakfast for each passenger
- Wholly Private tour (your party only), Air condition, Wi-Fi in vehicle, fuel surcharge and tolls
- Professional English-speaking driver, who provides information and tips and does not enter the sites
- Transportation to and from your central hotel in Athens or Piraeus, Ports & Athens Intl. Airport
- Professional guide at Mystras (other sites if wanted are extra charge)
- Coffee, drinks & snacks and meals
- Gratuity is not included and is left to individual discretion
- Admission fees for the sites
- Extra Professional guide in the other sites (if wanted, with a small extra charge)
Meeting and Pickup
Please contact us, to confirm final details. We pick you up from all Hotels from Athens and Piraeus. Athens International Airport, the port and cruise terminal or address you have given us.
What To Expect
Acrocorinth & Palamidi Castle
5 Stops
Mystras
2 Stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All prices are for 1 private vehicle, for 1 to 3 passengers with a sedan, 4-6 passengers with a minivan
- Children/Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- Youth (12+) charged at Adult rate
- You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain, otherwise the driver will do their best for you to see most of the sites
- Departure time is usually between 6:30am-9:00am, based on your preference!
- Duration: 2 days, 1 night
- Our drivers are professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. Their priority is your satisfaction and safety. All our drivers speak English and are ready to help and to provide tips!
- Our cars are well-maintained, clean, and have free Wi-Fi. Baby chairs, wheelchairs and most phone chargers are available on request, at no additional charge
- We reserve the right to cancel a booking for a full refund in the case of bad weather, health issues or site closures
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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- Breakfast.
- Accommodation in hotel, with breakfast for each passenger.
- Wholly Private tour (your party only), Air condition, Wi-Fi in vehicle, fuel surcharge and tolls.
- Professional English-speaking driver, who provides information and tips and does not enter the sites.
- Transportation to and from your central hotel in Athens or Piraeus, Ports & Athens Intl. Airport.
- Professional guide at Mystras (other sites if wanted are extra charge).
- Coffee, drinks & snacks and meals.
- Gratuity is not included and is left to individual discretion.
- Admission fees for the sites.
- Extra Professional guide in the other sites (if wanted, with a small extra charge).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 2 Day Private Castle Tour (From Athens) is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 2 Day Private Castle Tour (From Athens) will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Breakfast
- Accommodation in hotel, with breakfast for each passenger
- Wholly Private tour (your party only), Air condition, Wi-Fi in vehicle, fuel surcharge and tolls
- Professional English-speaking driver, who provides information and tips and does not enter the sites
- Transportation to and from your central hotel in Athens or Piraeus, Ports & Athens Intl. Airport
- Professional guide at Mystras (other sites if wanted are extra charge)
- Coffee, drinks & snacks and meals
- Gratuity is not included and is left to individual discretion
- Admission fees for the sites
- Extra Professional guide in the other sites (if wanted, with a small extra charge)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All prices are for 1 private vehicle, for 1 to 3 passengers with a sedan, 4-6 passengers with a minivan
- Children/Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- Youth (12+) charged at Adult rate
- You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain, otherwise the driver will do their best for you to see most of the sites
- Departure time is usually between 6:30am-9:00am, based on your preference!
- Duration: 2 days, 1 night
- Our drivers are professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. Their priority is your satisfaction and safety. All our drivers speak English and are ready to help and to provide tips!
- Our cars are well-maintained, clean, and have free Wi-Fi. Baby chairs, wheelchairs and most phone chargers are available on request, at no additional charge
- We reserve the right to cancel a booking for a full refund in the case of bad weather, health issues or site closures
