Cycle Nemea to Olympia
If it's country road rather than mountain biking that appeals, our new Ancient Olympia and Nemea wine route is for you! Terrain is non technical and is on road.The rugged interior of the Peloponnese is mountainous and those attempting this east to west crossing of southern Greece should expect some stiff climbs, but will be rewarded with spectacular descents.
The region of Nemea, on the Greek Peloponesse, is amongst the worlds oldest wine growing regions. Located at an altitude of 600 metres, you stay at the "domaine Helios" vineyards for the first part of the trip, using it as the base to explore the nearby theatre of Epidavros, the old provincial capital of Nauplion and ancient Mycaene. As well as visiting these spectacular sights, there will be lots of time for enjoying the superb local wines, both red and white, for which the Nemea wine region is renowned. After your free day, you forge eastward, crossing the wild mountainuous spine of Southern Greece, to ancient Olympia, site of the ancient Olympic Games. Close by are the tranquil waters of the Kiparissiakos Gulf, where you can swim and relax at the end of the trip. The itinerary will be as follows:-
- Day 1, Sunday Arrive Athens. Sort bikes. Optional visit to the Acropolis and night out in Athens.
- Day 2, Monday Transfer (1 hour) to Corinth. Super Coast bike ride to Epidaurus theatre. Ocean views and pine trees. Swim. Cross country to Hotel in Nafplion. Approx. 90 Kms.
- Day 3, Tuesday Ancient Mycenae and Argos. Helen of Troy and Trojan Wars. Castles and citadels. Approx. 70 Kms.
- Day 4, Wednesday Free day. Optional self guided to ancient Corinth. Approx. 50 Klms. Evening wine tasting.
- Day 5, Thursday The big push eastwood. Mountains, lakes and tired legs. Climbs and descents. Approx. 100 Kms.
- Day 6, Friday Continue east and arrive Olympia, site of the original Olympic Games. Approx. 90 Kms.
- Day 7, Saturday Transfer to Athens airport for flight home.
The dates for 2008 are:-
- 27th April - 3rd May
- 28th September - 4th October
- 19th - 25th October
- 16th - 22nd November
2009 price list
| Cycle Nemea to Olympia | Board Basis | All Year |
|---|---|---|
| Nemea to Olympia | BB | £358.00 |
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