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Peloponnesos - Explore the historic old town of Nafpaktos in Greece

Journey across the iconic Rio-Antirrio Bridge and uncover the coastal beauty of Nafpaktos, a treasured town celebrated for its well-preserved Venetian harbour and hilltop castle. Your adventure begins with a leisurely stroll through the old town, a vibrant maze of cobbled streets and colourful homes echoing with the elegance and charm of its ancient past.At the heart of Nafpaktos lies its picture-perfect harbour, which is wrapped up by centuries-old fortified seawalls. Here, you'll have time to sip a local brew at a waterfront cafe, browse for keepsakes, or just wander along the shore, soaking in the pretty views and laidback atmosphere of this historic port.You'll then head skyward to the hilltop Venetian castle that sits high above the town. As you make your way along pine-lined paths, you'll be treated to panoramic views across the Gulf of Corinth. It's a memorable way to end a day steeped in coastal beauty and centuries-old heritage.

Peloponnesos - Athens small group tour with guided tour of the Acropolis

Athens, Europe's oldest capital with over 3,000 years of history, is all about ancient gods, monuments, and jaw-dropping views. On this small group tour, you'll visit the city's most Insta-worthy sites, dive into the old town of Plaka, and scale the Acropolis. Trust us, it's worth the early wake-up.You'll get the ball rolling with a bus tour of Athens' top sights, where ancient ruins leap out of the history books. In Plaka, you'll stroll around before heading to the star attraction, the Acropolis. Up here, you'll feel like you're chilling with the gods as your guide spills the tea on landmarks like the Parthenon, Shrine of Dionysus, Areopagus, and Agora. Plus, look out for the legendary olive tree – it's said to have grown from Athena's gift that won her the city over Poseidon.After heading back down for some free time in Plaka, you'll check out the award-winning Acropolis Museum. It's packed with ancient treasures and priceless artefacts that'll whisk you right back to ancient Greece. Whether you're chilling at a café – maybe enjoying a Greek salad the right way – or hunting for unique finds, you call the shots.

Peloponnesos - Luxury Catamaran Cruise to Zante

If exploring one area of Greece isn't enough for you, then this boat trip to Zante is the answer to your dreams. You'll glide to our near neighbour onboard a luxury catamaran to discover all its top sights from at sea, including Marathonisi island, Keri Caves and much more.Set sail from Killini and you can admire every inch of Zante's beauty. Head to Laganas Bay in the south first, before a quick search for loggerhead turtles around the islet of Marathonisi. Then, you'll dive in for a swim stop at the incredibly Instagrammable Mizithres beach.Back on board, you'll continue the cruise to Keri caves for a photo and swim stop surrounded by striking views, followed by the chance to swim, snorkel and relax at a nearby beach. A light lunch will be served up during your time at sea, as well as free-flowing beer, wine water and soft drinks.

Peloponnesos - Full Day Boat Tour to Zante with Smuggler's Cove

Pick-up any postcard of Zante and it's likely that Smuggler's Cove sits front and centre on it. Discover the soaring cliffs and shipwreck ruins of this famous bay during a full day boat cruise. Along the way, there'll be plenty of swimming and sunbathing, a stop at the Blue Caves, plus free time to explore the pretty port of Agios Nikolaos. Eleni, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Be prepared to be dazzled by the sea around the Blue Caves, which seems to glow electric blue because the white limestone underneath the waves reflects the sun through the azure water.' The best part of this cruise is that you'll get to catch all of Zante's top coastal bits in one relaxing boat trip. After sailing over from Kyllini Port we'll kick off with a swim stop at dazzling Xigia beach. Sailing by windmills and white cliffs against the turquoise sea, we'll then head for Smuggler's Cove for a photo stop. Back in the 80s, a ship carrying contraband cigarettes ran aground in this chalk-white cove. What's left is a fantastic photo-op - Zante's best-known beach is one of the most photographed spots in the whole of Greece.After pausing to admire the Blue Caves, there's another swim stop at a secluded beach before heading ashore for some free time in the teeny fishing port of Agios Nikolaos. It's a sleepy kind of place with a couple of tempting beaches and one or two tavernas. You'll have free time here to try some meze, or just simply swim and sunbathe before the return cruise.

Peloponnesos - Patras shopping and winery tour

Nestled between the Gulf of Patras and the Panachaiko Mountains, the city of Patras is the largest city in the Peloponnese. Discover cultural gems on this tour and indulge in some retail therapy amid its many shopping attractions.

Peloponnesos - Ancient Olympia Tour for Robinson Club Guests

Visit the crumbling ruins, solitary pillars, and faded frescoes of any UNESCO-listed site and it can be tough to imagine the grandeur that once was – so this tour takes your experience to the next level. Using a tablet, you'll see ancient monuments brought to life in the birthplace of the Olympic Games – Olympia.