10-Hour Ancient Messene Private Tour with Corinth Canal and Kalamata

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Witness the views from the Corinth Canal
• 02 Explore the ruins of Ancient Messene
• 03 Capture vintage photos of the Ancient Messene Stadium
• 04 Visit the beautiful city of Kalamata

Delve into the history of Ancient Messene, a lesser-known site that made significant contributions to Greek history. Explore its ruins, including fortified walls, towers, gates, and the Ancient Messene Stadium, then stop at the important Corinth Canal. You will also have time to discover Kalamata, a beautiful city known for its scenic seafront.

Explore its ruins, including fortified walls, towers, gates, and the Ancient Messene Stadium, then stop at the important Corinth Canal.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Kalamata, Corinth

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Ancient Messene, Corinth Canal and Kalamata

• Meet your professional driver, who will pick you up from the agreed location and begin the tour.
• Stop by the Corinth Canal. To this day, this artificial canal plays a significant role in the economy of Greece.
• Head to the city of Messene. It was founded in 369 BC by a Theban general after the Battle of Leuctra, which resulted in the establishment of the Theban Hegemony. The city later became part of a free Messenian state after a long period of occupation by the Spartans.
• Check out the ruins of the Ancient Messene Stadium.
• Wander through the city of Kalamata, which is famous for its scenic views and seafront.
• At the end of the tour, you will be dropped off at your stay.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history [not licensed to accompany you on any site.]
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transport by private vehicle
• Bottled water

What's Not Included

• Entrance fees (12 € for over 6 years old for Non-EU and for EU citizens)
• Licensed tour guide upon request depending on availability (additional cost - 330 €)
• Airport pick-up and drop-off (additional cost)
• Food and drinks

Know before you go

• The tour starts at 8:00 a.m.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Your hotel

Tour start

Corinth Canal, Greece

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.