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Discover Greece

A visit to Greece is a pilgrimage to the cradle of civilization. And while history abounds in Greece, so does its contemporary style, which makes it the ideal blend of ancient historical wonder and modern chic. Throughout your bicycle tour of Greece, you’ll be able to experience both firsthand.

Cycle through the Peloponnese peninsula, on roadways that pass by ancient temples, olive groves, tranquil hills covered in wildflowers, and sweeping shoreline vistas. Stop in cozy beach towns to meet working Greek fishermen and to learn the strategies they have utilized to harvest the surrounding Mediterranian waters for centuries.

Explore the ancient Greek military stronghold of Sparta and learn about the rituals, ceremonies, and sacrifices that were critical to their unique military culture. View the remains of the Sanctuary of Artemis Orthia, constructed in 700 B.C.E in honor of the Spartan’s most hallowed deity.

Relax on the island of Elafonisos, surrounded by turquoise seas and home to the longest white sands beaches in Greece, and in the evening have a romantic drink under the moonlight at one of the small waterfront bars.

Country Highlights

Sample a dish of fresh seafood with a glass of ouzo aperitif in the fishing port at Gytheio
Explore the evolution of technology that led to the completion of the Corinth Canal in Athens—an engineering project conceived of in Ancient Greece but not completed until 1893
Stroll the ancient roads of the ancient cliffside fortress at Monemvasia
Take in breathtaking ocean views while cycling the ocean route on the island of Elafonisos

Places of Myth and Legend

Greek mythology fostered a legacy of education, drama, and philosophy that still reverberates throughout the world today. History buffs can delight in exploring the multitude of ruins, statues, and artwork from ancient Greece that still hold a vibrant and sacred place in contemporary Greek culture.

Sample Greek Cuisine

As healthy as it is delicious, Greek cuisine is a festive feast for the senses. Prepare for the day’s ride with a breakfast of fresh pastries and locally grown fruit. Lunch on a sampling of tyropita —spinach and cheese pie paired with fresh regionally harvested olives, and enjoy traditionally prepared dinners paired with fresh pita and white wine.

Sparta

Explore the terrain of ancient Sparta on the banks of the Eurotas River. Surrounded by low lying mountains, the city was considered one of the most efficient and organized military strongholds of ancient times. Learn about particular training techniques and intricacies of the daily life of Spartan soldiers.

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Greece: Sparta, Monemvasia & the Peloponnesian Peninsula

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Cycle into past millennia along Greece’s Peloponnesian Peninsula, where splendid bike routes deliver you to sweeping coastal and mountain vistas.

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