Private Tour
Ancient Sparta & Mystras Private Day Tour from Athens
Overview
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10 hours
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This amazing tour will give you the opportunity to discover the history of Laconia combining Ancient Greek and (the lesser known) Medieval Greek history. Visit Sparta, where Leonidas reigned and travel back in Byzantine era walking around towers, palaces and churches in Mystras.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The drivers are not licensed to accompany you inside any site or museum. If you require a licensed guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. If you have any questions you can contact us on the phone number provided by Viator.
The duration of the tours is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Corinth Canal
We will begin with a drive along the coast. On the way you will view of some Greek seaside villages and the island of Salamis (where the historical naval battle took place between the Athenians and the Persians). Our first stop the Corinth Canal. Opened in 1892 separating the Peloponnese peninsula from the rest of Greece and connecting the Saronic Gulf to the Corinthian Sea. You will have time to walk across on a pedestrian bridge to admire the canal closer, (if you’re game) on some days bungee jumping is an option.
Archaeological Site of Mystra
After the stop at the canal we will head towards Mystras driving into the southern Peloponnese peninsula through the mountainous landscape of the Greek country side. Reaching Mystras you will automatically understand why this location stands so unique within the Greek sites. Known as the ghost city, fortified on a citadel, Mystras is one of the two locations in Greece that preserves not only medieval churches but also ordinary houses, mansions and palaces of the Byzantine Empire in combination with Frankish elements.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Hotel/ AirBnb/ Port pick up & drop-off
Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history. [Not licensed to accompany you in any site.]
Ancient Sparta, Mystras, Museum of Olive & Olive Oil
Licensed Tour guide upon request depending on availability [Additional cost - 390 €]
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Sparta & Mystras Private Tour
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Reviews
54 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Mystras/Sparta Tour
michaelmU6539KR,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Visit to Mystras was excellent. Great walk through the ruins of the Byzantine era city. Spectacular views of the countryside, and a very good lunch in town. Our guide Theodore was great. Very friendly, and he was a wealth of knowledge on the history of the area. The only somewhat dissapointment was Sparta. Visiting Corinth would be a better option for those who haven't been there.
Beautiful Mystras
S8138XMsharony,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Terry was our guide for this one day trip. He is very knowledgeable and we had a great conversation during the long commute to Sparta. Mystras was mesmerizing and a must visit to the archeological site while Sparta mostly was a stop by experience and we found the visit to the Sparta museum was a tad less luscious. A private tour is expensive but you get to have a more personal and flexible experience which we appreciated.
VIP treatment in the beautiful Peloponnese
Sightseer23911307954,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an awesome day with Panos! He was so friendly, attentive, and patient. We appreciated his knowledge on all the historic sites we visited. He drove us to every destination safely and with great care. Lastly, the itinerary was perfect - our personal highlight being Mystras castle. Thank you, Panos, & be well!
Unforgettable, a Dream Come True
Nicholas T,Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00There is no better way to see Sparta and Mystras and as a fan of hoplite history, getting to see Sparta in person was an unforgettable experience. The statue of Leonidas is absolutely amazing and only a short distance away is the ruins of Mystras. It is easily one of the most beautiful sites to see and is very accessible. Our driver Andreas was also absolutely outstanding, the drive was very enjoyable and he made it all the better with his stories and insight into the areas we drove by. He was flexible with our travel and brought us to a restaurant near Mystras that was unbelievably good. This trip was worth every penny spent!
Sparta and Mystra is well worth the trip to visit when in Athens. This guide brought history to life.
Linda K,Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and very personable. He totally planned an enjoyable time during the visit of each site. Going to see Mystra and Sparta was a highlight of our trip.
Nikkos the Great!!! Best tour ever!
Nicole D,Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00HIGHLY recommend the drive to Mystras!! Get out of the city and see the countryside!!!! It was BEAUTFUL!! Sparta was incredible. It was more about the atmosphere than the ruins, just the feeling of walking the ancient ruins was magical. Nikos was amazing. Super prompt, accommodating, full of history and FRIENDLY!! He gave us our time to explore how we wished and used the car ride to fill us in on all things Greece. Vehicle was very comfortable and the ride didn’t feel long with all of the amazing conversation. And the iced bottled water came in clutch in our hike down the mountain. YES NIKKO!!!!! Thank you for everything and we hope you visit the Fingerlakes!! Call us!
Amazing historical tour
366sabinac,Jul 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This trip is the best among the tours we have joined in recent years. The minivan is very comfortable. Our driver Theodore is knowledgeable and informative. He provided answers to our questions about Greek and Sparta and we history lovers were very impressive. For those who like European history and at the same time hiking or exploring, you must not miss this excursion.
One of the most amazing and comfortable trips we’ve been on
552bridgetp,Jul 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Out of a few day tours we’ve had, this was one of the most relaxing trips. The driver was humorous, informative and made a very comfortable atmosphere. We loved the wide range of knowledge we gained about Greek history especially when we’re history lovers ourselves.
Amazing sites with a great tour guide!
Storyteller450548,Jul 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Terry was our guide for the day and he was the best! He was an excellent driver, full of knowledge, very attentive to our needs, and flexible to what we wanted to do on the way. He shared a lot of the history along the drive making it interesting and fun. It was a great way to see some of the country, and seeing Mystras was really incredible. Thanks for a great day Terry!
Wonderful Time in Mystras!
Amy S,Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time on this tour. We went to a monastery in the mountains, where we saw beautiful views, amazing ruins, and got to watch an impressive storm pass from the church on the mountain. We also visited Sparta, saw the statue of Leonidas, and visited the museum. The day ended with a delicious late lunch at a local restaurant. Worth the visit. Lots of walking and climbing, so dress for a hike and bring sunscreen and water.
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