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Fietsen in Griekenland

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Griekenland

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Not included

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33423

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Voor geschiedenis, archeologie en mythologie is de Peloponnesos misschien wel het interessantste deel van Griekenland. Onze fietsweek is een reis door de fascinerende klassieke geschiedenis en een prachtige verscheidenheid aan landschappen, van de azuurblauwe zee tot de groene olijfbomen en wijngaarden in het hart van Griekenland. De tocht begint en eindigt in Athene en biedt volop mogelijkheden om enkele schatten van het land te ontdekken, zoals het eiland Poros en de prachtige stad Nafplio. Elke dag krijgen we de kans om uitstekend lokaal eten te proeven in verschillende restaurants en taverna's en ons onder te dompelen in de Griekse cultuur en levensstijl.

Tour program

Dag 1

Het avontuur begint in Athene

Our adventure begins in historic Athens, the capital of Greece. Around 6pm, say yassou (hello) to your tour leader and fellow travellers, when we gather as a group for the first time to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead. Your tour leader then ensures a big welcome by arranging an optional group dinner at a nearby restaurant (this will be included for all in 2026). Want more time in Athens? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative. Accommodation: Central Hotel (or similar)
In the morning, we cycle down one of the major bike lanes in the city, heading to the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center, where we take a short transfer to the busy port of Piraeus. Here we catch the ferry (approximately 2hr 30min) across the Argo-Saronic Gulf to the island of Poros. In Poros, we cycle around the island, passing the Russian naval base and many small, beautiful bays. After an ascent to the temple of Poseidon, we have a steep descent to Askeli beach where our hotel is located and we can enjoy a refreshing swim. Please note, the ferry timetable is often modified at very short notice. On occasion, we may have to take an early ferry. Route: First part is flat with a gradual downhill in Athens. The second part is a gradual ascent to Poseidon’s Temple, then undulating and then steep downhill to our hotel. Terrain: 100% paved road. Accommodation: New Aegli Poros Island (or similar)
In the morning, after a walking tour of Poros town, we take a five-minute boat ride to the Peloponnese mainland. Cycling through olive groves and quiet hamlets, we start our ascent along one of the most impressive coastlines in Greece, enjoying views of the Aegean Sea. Our tour takes us through ancient Trizina, birthplace of the Minotaur-slaying hero Theseus. Not far away is the beach, where we can have a short break, swim and a small lunch. The fantastic views throughout today’s ride are our reward for two big ascents – over 2.5mi (4km) and 1.85mi (3km) – that we climb after lunch. They lead to a 1.2mi (2km) steep descent to the ancient town of Epidaurus. Palia Epidaurus (Old Epidaurus) is built around a natural harbor and is our base for the night. Route: First part is flat with a gradual downhill in Athens. The second part is a gradual ascent to Poseidon’s Temple, then undulating and then steep downhill to our hotel. Terrain: 100% paved road. Accommodation: Saronis Hotel Ancient (or similar)
After an uphill ride of approximately 6mi (10km), there is an optional visit to the ancient site of Epidaurus. This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to a 15,000-seater amphitheater, which was built for Asclepius, the god of medicine, and is renowned for its size, symmetry and acoustics. If you don’t want to go in, relax in the shaded gardens or cafeterias outside the site. After refuelling, we have a 1.2mi (2km) uphill ride, then a 6.2mi (10km) descent through some mountain roads towards the sea. The last ascent today is almost 1mi (1.5km) and takes us to the town of Tolo, where we stay tonight. Route: Long but gradual ascent to Lygourio, short ascent after the Epidaurus Theater and a long, steep and bumpy decent towards the sea, then almost flat until Tolo except for a small ascent. Terrain: 99% paved road. Accommodation: Dolphin Hotel (or similar)
Leaving Tolo, we cycle on the main road for 7.5mi (12km) and make our way to Nafplio, one of the most beautiful cities in Greece and the capital in the early 1800s. Situated on the hillsides at the northern end of the Argolic Gulf, the town has numerous neoclassical buildings plus the Palamidi Castle. Today, we can also enjoy an off-road adventure: a 6.2mi (10km) round trip to the beach nearest Karathonas, enjoying the beautiful coastline and a swim. After our return, we leave the coast and start our ride to the heart of the Peloponnese, making our way to Mycenae. We cycle through orange groves until we start an ascent of 3mi (5km) to an archaeological site at the top of the hill. The imposing Lion Gate, built around 1350-1200 BCE, awaits. Outside the walls, we can see the wonders for which Mycenae is known: the vault-shaped tombs of Lions, Aegisthus and Clytemnestra, and the Treasury of Atreus. An optional visit of the site is highly recommended. Route: Flat to Nafplio, then dirt road to Karathonas Beach, then flat and, at the end, a long ascent to Mycenae. Terrain: 80% paved, 20% dirt road. Accommodation: Petite Planete (or similar)
Today is the longest ride! We start by gradually climbing on the main road for 8mi (13km) until we reach Ancient Nemea, where Hercules killed the Nemean lion and where the Nemean games were held. Here we visit an archaeological site and ancient stadium before we ride through vineyards. The town of Nemea is now known for producing exceptional wine and we visit one of the wineries, learn about the process and taste (a little) before we continue our journey on quiet country roads. The first part is undulating, then we have a 6.2mi (10km) descent towards the Gulf of Corinth. We continue by the seaside to Corinth and then Loutraki, where we spend the night. Route: Gradual but long uphill to the winery then an undulating section, followed by a gradual decent towards the sea and then almost completely flat towards the hotel. Terrain: 100% paved road. Accommodation: Hotel Theoxenia (or similar)
From Loutraki, we take the bus to Athens and a metro to Plaka, the historic downtown. Here we enjoy a guided tour of the Acropolis before a walking tour of the city center. Our route takes us at a relaxed pace to some of the must-see sites: Monastiraki square and the Ancient Library, the Roman Forum and Tower of the Winds, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch, the Greek Parliament and the National Gardens, and the monumental 19th-century buildings of the oldest Greek university. Enjoy a free evening to sample more delicious Greek food. Accommodation: Central Hotel (or similar)
The trip ends after breakfast. However, if you’d like more time to explore this fascinating ancient city, speak to your sales representative about extending your stay.

Tour Details

accommodation

We streven ernaar om lokale accommodaties te vinden die goed gelegen zijn, waar voor je geld bieden en veel comfort bieden. Om je te helpen je ideale avontuur te vinden, krijgt elke reis een Comfort Level rating, die de algemene standaard van de accommodatie aangeeft. Voor meer informatie over onze ratings, zie onze Comfort Level richtlijnen. Pas je reis aan: Verleng je avontuur door extra hotelovernachtingen te boeken voor of na de hoofdroute. Neem contact op met je verkoopvertegenwoordiger om te boeken. Privékamers: Zoals de meeste touroperators geven we solopassagiers samen een kamer. Als je liever een privékamer hebt, is dit normaal gesproken mogelijk tegen een toeslag. Neem contact op met je vertegenwoordiger om te reserveren.

Normaal gesproken vier tot 16, plus leider en ondersteunende bestuurder.

Alle ontbijten zijn inbegrepen. Het ontbijt is meestal in Griekse buffetvorm met brood/toast, boter, jam, vers sap, melk, lokale yoghurt, honing en koffie of thee. We hebben geen avondmaaltijden in de prijs van de reis opgenomen om je meer vrijheid te geven over waar en wat je eet. Er zijn enkele fantastische restaurants langs de route en je gids kan je zijn favoriete plekjes aanbevelen op basis van je persoonlijke smaak en budget. Het Griekse eten heeft sterke invloeden uit Italië en Turkije; verwacht veel groenten, olijfolie, brood en vlees, waaronder lam, kip en varkensvlees.

  • Alle transport en vermelde activiteiten
  • Aankomst- en vertrektransfers
  • Lokale fietsverhuur

- Reisverzekering - Eenpersoonsaccommodatie (beschikbaar op aanvraag) - Visa of vaccinaties - E-bike huren (beschikbaar tegen extra kosten) - Toeristenbelasting (ter plaatse te betalen)

De transfers van en naar het vliegveld zijn met een privévoertuig (normaal gesproken een minibus). Alle ritten zijn ontworpen om van deur tot deur te gaan, maar op bepaalde dagen nemen we boten. Op dag 2 nemen we een veerboot naar het eiland Poros. Let op: de dienstregeling van de veerboot wordt vaak op zeer korte termijn gewijzigd. Het kan voorkomen dat we een vroege veerboot moeten nemen, in welk geval het bezoek aan Athene aan het eind van de reis (op de laatste dag voor de vlucht) zal plaatsvinden. Op dag 7 nemen we meestal een bus van Loutraki naar Athene. Tijdens het fietsen draagt het voertuig je bagage en is het beschikbaar als je ervoor kiest om een deel van de rit 'uit te zitten' (beperkte zitplaatsen beschikbaar).

Good to know

Currency

Euro

Griekenland

Customer reviews

Overall

4.6

Itinerary

5

Guide

5

Transport

4.7

Accommodation

4.7

Food

4.3

Operator

4.4

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Yes, changes or cancellations are possible, however penalties may apply depending on the time before the tour starts.
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You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.

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