The Laconia and Achaea tribute (guided) [7days]

After breakfast, we head towards the Caves of Diros. The spectacular cave complex offers visitors the opportunity to travel back to the Neolithic era and even further. It is not just the drop in temperature that gives you the chills as you descend underground to start the 40-minute boat tour of Vlychada, the biggest cave of the Diros complex. It is the beautiful and dramatic formations of stalactites and stalagmites, formed millions of years ago, when the sea, located just a few meters away, started to rise and formed the lake we see today. It is the excitement of not knowing what can be hiding in the darkness beyond the illuminated 1.5k route, and the realization of the sheer size of this underground miracle of nature: a series of vast caverns stretching 15k into the rock, with 2,800 waterways – and this is only what we know of so far. We then travel to the most Southern point of the Peloponnese and of all continental Europe, the Lighthouse of Tenaro, manufactured in 1882. Our hike is 4 kilometers long, at some points being Ancient mosaic, dating back to the Roman era. After our hike, we drive back to Limeni for dinner.

Today we enjoy the spectacular waters of Limeni. Sea kayaking and scuba diving with our experienced local guides, for some memorable experiences. Dinner for our last evening in the Laconia region.

We depart Laconia after breakfast, heading northeast towards the mountainous region of Arcadia for some river rafting in the river of Lousios. Our experienced team will show you a great time in this 2nd to 3rd degree difficulty descent. According to tradition, the river took its name from Zeus, the father of the Olympian gods, who according to Pausanias washed at its sources after his birth. We visit a nearby waterfall and after lunch, head north to the village of Kerpini. Dinner and overnight.

After our farm to table breakfast, we get ready for our 6-hour hike, where we walk along the tracks of the most impressive attraction of this area: the “Odondotos” Rack Railway. Built in 1896 in order to connect the towns of Diakopto and Kalavrita, it has become an indispensable part of the area! It is often described as the most “spectacular rail route” of the Balkan area. Starting our hike from the town of Kalavrita we will have the opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking scenery and walk through this wonderful nature reserve until we reach Diakopto. From here we will hop on the famous Odondotos Rack Railway and ride back to Kalavrita taking in the stunning views along the route! Before returning to our guesthouse, we attend a local beekeeping seminar. This evening everyone is free to explore the area.

Today we will enjoy the unique experience of lake canoeing at an altitude of 700 meters above sea level. It was created in 1913 by a landslide between the villages of Sylivena & Τsivlos. The lake is very deep and is fed by underground sources and forest streams. Lake Tsivlou is considered to be the youngest natural lake in Europe. It is surrounded by lush pine forest making it an ideal spot for some light hiking. Tonight is our farewell dinner.

End of services after breakfast.