Guided cycling holiday in Southern Peloponnese, Greece

Overview

A lovely guided cycling holiday in the southern Peloponnese region of Greece, this tour is ideal for groups of friends wanting a leisurely adventure through a less-visited part of the country. Plenty of time for swimming, sightseeing and, of course, feasting. The south Peloponnese coast is one of the loveliest parts of the Greek mainland, with golden beaches, quiet fishing communities and handsome traditional architecture to explore. On this guided cycling holiday in the southern Peloponnese, you’ll ride from Pylos, with its Venetian castle, to the town of Monemvasia, which was carved into the slope of a plateau to protect it from attack, and was for many years accessible only by boat. Led by a brilliant local guide, the trip is ideal for groups of six or more friends wanting to travel through this region’s wild beauty at a fairly leisurely pace – daily distances range from 40–80km, and while the section climbing into the rocky landscapes of Mani is demanding, there’s a support van alongside for anyone wanting to rest tired legs. For the most part, however, you can expect a few enjoyable ups and downs as you trace the coastline of the southern Peloponnese, pausing in small villages to feast on fresh seafood, and staying in hotels that are usually family-owned so that you get a healthy burst of Greek culture with your exercise. Though the Peloponnese region is hardly unknown, this trip avoids the busiest areas. You’ll be mostly on traffic-light back roads, at one point taking the local ferry over for a ride on the island of Elafonissos. Kalamata, capital of the Messenia region, is another highlight. There are few better ways to experience a country than going by bike, as it’s such an immersive form of travel. And with a Greek guide beside you, on this cycle tour you can’t fail to fall for the Peloponnese.

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