Sparta & Mystras Byzantine fortress Full Day Tour

In this full day tour we will drive you to Sparta, the birth place of the  toughest, well trained and well known warriors in the ancient world, The Spartans, and also the Byzantine fortified town of Mystras.

After driving on the west coastal road to Corinth Canal, then we continue towards Sparta & Mistras.

Sparta city was founded by the Dorian’s in the 9th century B.C. and in the next few years it developed into the most powerful military city in Greece, thanks to the efficient laws, perfected by the law-giver Lycurgus. The Spartans deferred from the rest of Greeks in the culture, and the way of life. The Spartans character were mostly military, the life of the citizen was dedicated to serving the country, and the art of war. The 300 Spartans and their King Leonidas are still a myth giving inspirations and themes to Hollywood and its great directors!

The fortress of Mystras, was once a glittering fortress of the Byzantine Empire, with Palaces, houses, monasteries, and churches founded in the 13th century during the Frankish occupation of the Peloponnese. Mystras is now a huge museum of architecture, sculpture and decorative art.

Included:

English-speaking driver/escort
Transportation by air-conditioned, free wi-fi, non smoking private van/car
Local taxes

Highlights:

Sparta city, Taygetos Picturesque mountain, Mystrass fortress.

Schedule Details:

Daily departures, Duration: 11 hours
Departure Point: pick up service from your hotel
Suggested Departure Time: 07:00 am

What to bring:

Comfortable footwear, Sunblock, Hat, Camera

***No entrance fees are included***

***No meal is included, but can be arranged further your special requests***

***Professional licensed guide can be arranged on request***