Private tour in Kalamata Yorgos P

Mythical Mani

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Hours icon 7 hours 30 minutes
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Yorgos P.

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As a professional in the Adventure/Experiential Travel industry for 26 years, I've primarily guided small group tours for active adults - along with designing and organizing tours. From Ireland to Turkey, Italy to the Czech Republic, Morocco to the Highlands of Scotland, and pretty much every corner of Greece, I've been there - often more than once - and have personally escorted more than 2000 guests on one-of-a-kind adventures. The trips I've designed allow for authentic experiences involving rich cultural connections. We generally stay at small, elegant, family-owned hotels, employ expert local guides when necessary, sample traditional cuisines, and engage in active excursions, all within a framework of responsible tourism. Since 1998 when I started working for some of the leading companies in the active travel industry, I began understanding the idiosyncrasy of the North American traveler. My guests were my comrades, my companions, and we shared common goals: ensuring safety, enjoying leisure, gaining experiences, exceeding our limits and achieving a self-actualization that only travel can offer. I don't believe in leading the way, but rather paving the way to a breathtaking view or a memorable experience, allowing the guests to meet (or exceed) their expectations themselves. My hobbies include hiking, cycling, photography, caring for my olive groves and cooking for large groups of friends. Home base is also still one of my favorite destinations, the Southern Peloponnese. 26 years of experience designing and leading walking, cycling, van and yacht tours in Greece for English-speaking guests. Several former client referrals can be provided upon request. Certified in First Aid.

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Overview of your Kalamata tour

Treat yourself to a full day on the Mani Peninsula, a region known for its rugged terrain, vast olive groves, Byzantine churches, castles, and stone hilltop villages. The tour has been carefully designed to offer a balance of cultural and historical sites, wonderful walks, free time on a magnificent beach, and a great meal. Your guide, a local of the region, will take you along a breathtaking coastal route and plan stops in traditional villages, spectacular view-points and a few known (and some unknown) attractions. You will not only enjoy the comfort of being driven from place to place by an experienced driver/guide, but you will also have the pleasure of listening to valuable presentations about the myths and history, architecture, religion, flora and fauna, herbs and spices, culture and customs, culinary traditions, politics and modern day life in the Southern Peloponnese.

Recent Reviews

Elizabeth G.Canada
July 2018

From my first email communication with Yorgos I have been impressed. He responded promptly in perfect English and in detail. He listened to what we wanted and planned our trip to exceed expectations. He gave us great suggestions and helped out on another portion of our trip. During our time together he was professional, personable, organised, and reliable. He gave us lots of information about the areas we visited; suggested restaurants with good food and authentic atmospheres. Thanks Yorgos for a fab time

William H.United States
October 2015

We thoroughly enjoyed every bit of our tour of the magnificent Mani! The area is among the most beautiful in Greece, the history is fascinating and we ate and lodged in wonderful style. Yorgos did an incredible job. He stayed engaged, interesting, cheerful and flexible for the entirety of our tour and we came to be very fond of him. We have relived numerous aspects of our adventure with great pleasure and would not hesitate one second to recommend both the area and our guide to any and all who ask.

Athena S.United States
July 2012

My aunt and I had the pleasure of taking a tour of the Mani with Yorgos and it was nothing short of the "trip of a lifetime". We were able to customize it into a "roots" trip where we visited the villages of our ancestors. Without the knowledge of Yorgos, we would have never come close to finding our villages due to their remote and steep locations. From the hotels, to the restaurants, everything he chose was absolutely perfect!

David C.Australia
July 2012

I have no hesitation rating Yorgos and this tour as 5 stars. I have myself led 12 person tours to Europe and NZ and have used many guides but I thought Yorgos was exceptional. He has great knowledge, enthusiasm and confidence in his exotic domain in Mani but also an empathetic disposition which makes him a delightful companion. He is fit and strong, as befits as cycling tour leader, but can also happily discuss literary and historical matters. He is fluently bi-lingual and a bargain at this price!

Keith M.Australia
June 2012

Yorgos was great! We all enjoyed it immensely and were so appreciative of the research Yorgos had put into the trip to make it so special. was able to share his extensive all round knowledge with us.His knowledge of greek food also made it a gourmet tour.He not only knows the area extremely well but also its history. I would regard this trip as the best thing I have done. Wonderful trip.10 out of 5

Your Kalamata tour itinerary

The itinerary has been thoroughly planned in order to accommodate various interests and high expectations. However, the final itinerary will be based on guests' preferences and will be determined during your correspondence with your guide. As one would expect from any trip that takes in the Mani peninsula, the tour visits the villages of Kardamyli, Limeni and the town of Areopoli. What makes this tour special, however, are the less-known sites, that are not as accessible or easy to find, and the walks that require local knowledge. For further details on how this tour can be customized or extended to meet your individual expectations, feel free to contact your guide. Would you be interested in spending an extra day exploring Sparti and the Byzantine Castletown of Mystras? Ask your guide how you can add-on his "Sparta and the Castletown of Mystras" tour for a two-day "Grand Tour of Laconia and Messinia”, which includes the mysterious Cape Tenaro.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

Comfortable, air-conditioned, 5-passenger Toyota RAV-4 The day is scheduled to offer balance between time spent in the vehicle and time on our feet. Looking for a hiking or cycling tour? This tour can be modified into either!

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: Fortified Settlement of Kardamyli: 3 EUR
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Kalamata, 241 00, Greece

Airport (KLX), Port (Kalamata) or Hotel

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Layover
City Highlights
Day Trip
Tour reference number
11649
Languages
English
Greek
Italian
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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This private tour in Kalamáta is perfect for travellers who want to explore the rich cultural and historical sites of the Mani Peninsula with a local expert. It's ideal for those interested in a mix of sightseeing, walking, and learning about the region's myths, history, and culinary traditions. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly.

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Hours icon 7 hours 30 minutes
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