Spartans Legacy (Peloponnese)

Morning visit to the church of St. Sergius & Bacchus (12th century) one of the most important churches in Mani. Next follows the most beautiful cave lake in the world, Diros Cave (15 klms long), where fossilized bones of panther, hyena, lion, ferret and the largest hippopotamus in Europe have been found. Later, in Areopoli you see the Church of the Taxiarches, enjoy the breathtaking view to the sea and try homemade food in local tavern. You then visit Vathia, being a well-preserved and of the most filmed traditional settlements in Greece. The day ends at Cape Tainaron with the necromancy of Neptune, which according to legend was the entrance to Hades and the underworld. Here you walk towards Cape Tainaro lighthouse (1hrs) to enjoy the southernmost spot of mainland Greece and Europe. Return to the hotel, dinner and overnight.

Day at leisure. 12h00 departure to Sparta. Visit the Olive Museum to become acquainted with the history and the technologies of olive oil production in the Mediterranean from prehistoric times to the early 20th century. Arrival in Athens in late evening.