Medieval Monemvasia with Liotrivi Estate Visit and Lunch

Medieval Monemvasia with Liotrivi Estate Visit and Lunch

Spend a wonderful day in the Medieval town of Monemvasia and relax in the serene environment of “Liotrivi” Estate while enjoying a delicious Greek lunch and wines.

Monemvasia, often referred as the “Gibraltar of Greece”, is undoubtedly unique with its fortified medieval town built on a reddish-brown rock and surrounded by the blue sea. Board the coach for a 75-minute trip through the scenic countryside until you arrive at the one and only gate of the city (Monemvasia means Moni=sole, Emvasia = entrance). The enchanting stone-built mansions, the picturesque lanes and the numerous Byzantine churches create an environment of superb beauty.

Monemvasia is split in two, the lower town and the upper town. Walking on the main alley and admiring the wonderful architecture of the houses on your left and right hand, you will end up at the square of Elkomenos. The square is dominated by the church of Elkomenos on the left, a mosque converted into a museum on the right and an ancient Turkish cannon in the center.

After the informational walking tour, you board the coach outside the entrance of Monemvasia medieval town for a short drive to the traditional “Yiannis Ritsos” estate named Liotrivi. This was the family home of the great Greek poet Yiannis Ritsos and where he spent his summers. Take a guided tour around the house which includes an olive press Museum and a cellar-wine tasting area. Enjoy tasting the Monemvasian wines together with a traditional 3-course lunch of home-made treats. Afterward board your coach for the return drive to Gythion.

Notes: There are numerous steep, sometimes uneven paths and stairs to negotiate on this tour; good walking shoes are recommended.

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Port: Gythio

Duration: 6 hours

Current Price: 199 USD