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in The Peloponnese

Traditional Greek villages, ancient sites and stunning coastal villages

The Peloponnese

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Ancient Messene

There’s an abundance of ancient archaeological sites in the Peloponnese, and one of the least famous is Ancient Messene, but it’s well worth a visit. Founded around the 10th century BC, the site includes a stadium and amphitheatre as well as the Asklepeion Temple.

Olympia

Olympia is probably one of the most famous ancient sites in Greece. The first Olympian Games (forerunner of the Olympic Games) took place at Olympia in 776BC and then every four years until 393AD. Although earthquakes over the years have caused a lot of devastation, you can still see the remains of the running track and other associated buildings.

Beaches

The Peloponnese coastline is dotted with lovely seaside villages and beaches. Some of the best beaches can be found at Gythio and Elafonisses. Two of the most popular destinations are Ermioni and Porto Heli.

More About The Peloponnese

Situated on a peninsula in the southernmost part of Greece, this area is an ideal destination if you want to visit some of the finest ancient ruins Greece has to offer combined with soaking up the sun on fantastic beaches. A must-see for visitors to this area is Ancient Olympia - the birthplace of the Olympic Games. You will see what remains of the original running track, where the Olympic Torch is lit, the Temple of Zeus and there‘s an interesting museum too. We would highly recommend a guided tour to make the most of your time at this fascinating site. One of the most stunning coastal villages in the whole of Greece is Pylos Town with its bustling waterfront and town square. You could also stay in Kalamata, a wonderful seaside city where you can soak up the sunshine and take time to visit interesting local sights and attractions including the Kalograion Monastery and the Kalamata Castle. Costa Navarino is increasingly popular as it's one of Greece's newest resort areas. You'll find boutique retreats and luxury five-star hotels nestled in an idyllic setting surrounded by the abundant greenery of the coastal forests and hills. The beaches are excellent and it's an easy drive out to local historical sites too. The best beaches include the sandy beaches of Kalogria and for a truly quiet destination, there's Zaga beach in the town of Koroni. You can hire a car and get around to most places quite easily as the roads are simple to navigate. This is a great way to explore more of what this area has to offer - you can travel to a remote beach, head up into the hills or stop at a local taverna and linger over a leisurely lunch of fresh fish or local Peloponnesian specialities. We recommend the roast lamb in tomato and the saitia - small local pies filled with fresh goat cheese and mint. Designer Travel are ABTA bonded and has a team of experienced travel experts who search for the best possible offers for your luxury break to The Peloponnese. Whether you're looking for a short break, a two-week jaunt or an extended holiday spanning weeks and months, we can help. As we are independent we have access to a huge range of flights and accommodation options. We can tailor-make your dream vacation and offer a full after-sales service too so you can rest assured that you'll be well looked after from start to finish. To start planning your next luxury holiday to The Peloponnese, simply fill in the enquiry form or give us a call - we're happy to help!

Climate

The Peloponesse has a typically Mediterranean climate with hot dry summers and cooler, wetter winters. Summer temperatures can reach as high as a blistering 40°C but, more generally, it reaches a maximum of 30°C. Rainfall occurs mostly between October and March.

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