Enjoy a full-day private wine tour and discover the many flavors of local wine. See popular landmarks like the Corinth Canal in addition to visiting three wineries and checking out panoramic vineyard views from a monastery. Explore each winery including its cellar and learn about the wines during a guided tasting.
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1st stop / Corinth Canal
The marvelous man-made Corinth canal connecting the Aegean and Ionian seas, as well as the Peloponnese peninsula with the central part of Greece. More than 2500 workers digging 6.400m for twelve years (from 1881 to 1893)
2nd stop / Nemea
Modern Nemea it still boasts 3,500 years of wine making history. With several wineries and cultural sites to visit, the area is the absolute place to explore. We will visit three popular wineries and we taste and learn about their products. Between our visit to wineries, we can visit (optional) the Archaeological site of Ancient Nemea (the unique Zeus temple and the stadium).
3rd stop / Ancient Nemea
While the region is famous for its wine, it’s also well known for its incredible cultural sites, including that of Ancient Nemea. A vast archaeological site, it includes not only the Sanctuary of Zeus but also the stadium where the Nemean Games took place, which honored the ancient Greek god. The stadium has recently been discovered. It is notable for its well-preserved vaulted entrance tunnel, dated to about 320 BC, with ancient graffiti on the walls.
4th stop / Monastery of the Dormition Rock Nemea
Just renovated, a beautiful historical and religious monument for mankind. The Monastery is situated at the entrance of Nemea. A visit to this unique monastery – fort, it will give you the chance to enjoy a breathtaking view of the valley and the vineyards.
