Peloponnese DAY 1 Stop at Corinth Canal

Your first stop will be the famous Corinth Canal which is about 6 km long, only 21.3 meters wide at its base and connects the Aegean Sea with the Ionian Sea. It cuts through the narrow Isthmus of Corinth and separates the Peloponnesian peninsula from the Greek mainland, thus effectively making the former an island. Although, it has been completed in the late 19th century, it was an idea and dream of Emperor Nero (67 CE) who had employed 6,000 slaves to this task. DAY 1 Visit Epidaurus on the way to Amanzoe

In the peaceful hinterland of Epidaurus, with its mild climate and abundant mineral springs, is the sanctuary of the god-physician Asklepios, the most famous healing center of the Greek and Roman world. It is considered the birthplace of medicine and is thought to have had more than two hundred dependent spas in the eastern Mediterranean. Its monuments, true masterpieces of ancient Greek art, are a precious testimony to the practice of medicine in antiquity. Visit the huge theater of Epidauros, where the famous Epidauros Festival takes place every summer with dramatic performances.

After your guided tour at Epidaurus we suggest a stop a nearby traditional tavern for your lunch before resuming your way towards the Amanzoe in Porto Heli area. DAY 1 Arrival at Porto Heli / Amanzoe

The scenic town of Porto Heli is situated on the east coast of the Peloponnese and across from the cosmopolitan island of . Surrounded by a glittering blue sea, this area is the birthplace of legends and civilization, blessed by a history that embraces the Spartans and Romans, the Byzantines and Venetians, all drawn here over the millennia because of the region’s beauty, wealth and strategic location. Olives, pine trees and colorful flowers are covering the successive hills and across the coastline with endless turquoise private bays! DAY 1 Relax at the Amanzoe

This evening we suggest you relax in Amanzoe and enjoy tranquil and serene atmosphere of the resort!

Situated on a gentle rise surrounded by undulating olive groves, Amanzoe’s 360-degree views take in the Peloponnese countryside and rocky coves. The Aman resorts have embraced a spa concept advocating a ‘lifestyle' approach to wellness. The holistic healings of Hippocrates are the inspiration for Amanzoe’s light-filled 2,850-square-metre Spa, combining diet, gymnastics, exercise, massage and sea bathing with modern natural products and treatments.

✓ Unique signature Spa Treatments

✓ Beach Club

✓ Yoga Pavilion

✓ Watsu Aquatic Therapy DAY 2 Cruise to the Argosaronic Gulf (1)

Spetses

After breakfast at Amanzoe, take your private yacht and start for the cruise in the Saronic Gulf. First stop could be Hinitsa Bay for swimming and then sail to Spetses, enjoying a fishing experience! Spetses Island retains much of the grandeur and old-world elegance of its heyday as an important shipbuilding and maritime trading center. Before reaching Spetses, you can visit Xilokeriza beach for a quick swim. The picturesque old harbour and Dápia, a tourist and commercial center where the heart of the island’s entertainment beats, are the trademarks of the town of Spetses. If you have time, you can take a trip around the island in horse-drawn carriages and admire the grand mansions adorning the narrow cobbled streets of the island. DAY 2 Cruise to the Argosaronic Gulf (2)

Hydra

For much of the past, has stayed on the margins of history. The population was very small in ancient times, and except for the brief mentions in Herodotus and Pausanias, has left little or no record in the history of those times. As you approach the port of Hydra, the magnificent little town opens its arms to you. The statue of Miaoulis, a local war hero, welcomes you as he stares out to sea. Spanning from the port up the hills, you can see the impressive clock tower of Hydra and beautiful old mansions as far as the eye can see. There is no motor-transport allowed anywhere on the island, only donkeys and water taxis provide a means of getting around. There are a number of things that you can do, from relaxed shopping and dining to visiting museums and hiking. DAY 3 Visit Mycenae and Nafplio

Mycenae, the “golden city” of ancient is an UNESCO World Heritage Site that must not be missed. Mycenae was the epicenter of the Mycenaean world and gave its name to a period and a civilization that evolved throughout the entire Hellenic civilization and spread even further to the Mediterranean basin between the 16th and 12th c. BC. The city, firstly founded by Perseus, was the kingdom of Agamemnon and a very well organized community, as well as an important commercial center. Nafplio is one of the most historic cities of the region, full of spectacular monuments and sights that have stories that span from the ancient times to the medieval. It hosted the first Greek parliament after the Greek War of Independence. It was also the town where the first pharmacy was opened, the first military school was founded and the first Governor of Greece, , ruled the independent country. Your accommodation Amanzoe

Situated on a gentle rise surrounded by undulating olive groves, Amanzoe’s 360-degree views take in the Peloponnese countryside and rocky coves.The Aman resorts have embraced a spa concept advocating a ‘lifestyle' approach to wellness. The holistic healings of Hippocrates are the inspiration for Amanzoe’s light- filled 2,850-square-metre Spa, combining diet, gymnastics, exercise, massage and sea bathing with modern natural products and treatments.

https://www.aman.com/resorts/amanzoe Your 3 days Peloponnese Trip

Cost of the trip : from 11000€ for 2 persons

Included Not included • Your hotel stay at Amanzoe on a Deluxe • Meals if not mentioned Pool Pavilion • Tipping • Tours and English speaking guides • Transfers to and from the airport • Transfers for activities (tours, cruises) as mentioned above • Private cruise cost • VAT

All above program - including accommodation - is subject of availability and please feel free to contact our “on site” concierge designer to assist you customizing your trip at: [email protected] Thank you and Farewell!