THE EPICUREAN
ATHENS - PELOPONNESE
WAY

If that's the case, Greece is the perfect place for you. Experience the flavors of this mythical destination where your senses will be awaken. 

EPICURUS ONCE SAID THAT: “nothing is enough for the man to whom enough is too little”

The ancient Greek philosopher argued that happiness derives from pleasure. Agreed. Are you dreaming of culinary vacations? Let the ecstasy begin with your arrival in Athens. An ultimate gastronomic all day experience is especially designed for you – shop your ingredients from the local market and cook your own delicious meal. Wine tasting at the Castle Town of Monemvasia, a brilliant performance at the ancient theatre of Epidaurus, olive harvesting, golf courses and spa treatments at the awarded property of Messinia, Costa Navarino Resort, are some of the delightful seasonal activities that you will be enjoying while exploring Greece. Your journey through time is about to end. Do you hear the irresistible song of the sirens telling you to stay a little bit longer?

PERFECT FOR: 

Sophisticated travelers with a gourmet palate and luxury taste. Connoisseurs who use their vacation to indulge in interests and passions like food, wine, culture and outdoor adventures.

THE EXPERIENCE:

  • Spoil yourself in a different level of luxury while staying at 5 star luxury hotels in Greece. 
  • Explore your enchanting trip with a private limo and driver. 
  • Fine dining at a top-notch, Michelin starred restaurant. 
  • Enjoy a pure Gastronomy Day themed “The Garden of Epicurus” especially designed for you. 
  • Arrive at the Castle Town of Monemvasia and taste a variety of local wines. 
  • Attend a performance at the ancient theatre of Epidaurus (if available). 
  • Pay a private visit to the Ancient city of Messini. 
  • Find your way to the beautiful Messinia and indulge in some seasonal activities. 
  • Take advantage of the Costa Navarino Resort spectacular facilities by playing golf (optional) or relaxing at the famous Anazoe Spa.


IMAGINE

Imagine if you will a mystical garden full of fresh fruits, olive trees and colourful fl owers. This happy land gives you the illusion of getting lost even though it doesn’t seem that big. Liberating, right? Its mystery transports you back to the way life could have been. Familiar fi gures pass along the paths, stopping now and then to engage one another in intriguing conversations on history and culture. You fi nd a spot to settle down. In one corner a minstrel plays harmonious chords on his lyre. In another, there is a discussion of free will. You approach the wise teacher. He explains that you have complete freedom to choose your own path in life and he insists that you must obtain happiness in the here and now. What do you do?

THINKING ABOUT IT

If you think about it, your view of pleasure is far from the stereotypical one. For you, the most joyful life is one where you achieve inner tranquility by being content with simple things: food, wine and philosophical conversations with sophisticated friends. You decide that these are the things that have major impact on your mental well-being. A cool wind blows as you breathe in the Mediterranean ocean air. You fi nd yourself appreciating the beauty of Nature, the fellowship of family, the ideal luxuries of living and the majesty of history. Quite inspiring, wouldn’t you say?


YOUR “PLEASURE GARDEN”

If you have imagined all of this, you have imagined Epicurus’ “Pleasure Garden”, a place where he and his students would congregate in the pursuit of achieving the most pleasant life possible in this world. Although they might be gone, their influence over people remains. Nearly everyone knows this story. Why don’ t you create your own? A fairytale with you acting as the blissful protagonist. The main Epicurean idea remains. All you have to do is add a modern twist to it. Stroll through the city of Athens and the region of Peloponnese as if in a dream. Enjoy traditional cooking classes with locals, olive harvesting, wine tasting with experienced sommeliers, a brilliant performance at an ancient theatre. Follow your bliss. Welcome to Greece.


DAY
1

STEP INTO THE LUXURY

with your arrival in Athens, the vibrant capital of Greece. As you explore the enchanting city center you will see the pillars of the Acropolis rise above the passing cars. Walk down the narrow streets and find your way to the exceptional Acropolis Museum. After you journey deep into the past of Greek culture, enjoy a delicious meal at a fine restaurant. Finish your day by spoiling yourself in a different level of luxury at a 5 Star hotel.

DAY
2

EXPERIENCE AN ALL DAY GASTRONOMY THEMATIC TOUR

especially designed for you. Your wonderful tasting journey begins with a “Morning Flavours” Athens walk. Visit Varvakeios Market along with our handpicked chef and buy an assortment of cooking ingredients for the dinner preparation that will follow later in the day. Conclude your shopping stroll at the Gastronomy Museum where you will attend a delightful cooking and wine class. The fascinating private experience could be summed up as “The Garden of Epicurus” since it involves enjoying your own lovely dinner accompanied by a fine assortment of wines.

DAY
3

CONTINUE YOUR TRIP TO THE AMAZING RESORT AMANZO’E IN PORTO HELI

Your driver will transfer you to Porto Heli where you will be spending some hours in leisure relaxing at Amanzo’e resort in Porto Heli, which is surrounded by olive groves and overlooks the glistening Argosaronic Gulf. Visit the ancient theatre of Epidaurus (keep in mind that this activity is subject to specific season. If a play is performed at Epidaurus the guided tour will be realised in the evening, followed by attendance of the play).

DAY
4

ENJOY YOUR LEISURE ALL DAY

at the beach. In the evening head off to the spectacular island of Spetses across, where you will be tasting the superb traditional greek cuisine. Later on you will be transferred to your hotel villa where you can relax enjoying your amazing view.

DAY
5

ARRIVE AT THE ENCHANTING KINSTERNA IN MONEMVASIA

With your arrival at your boutique hotel, you have the option to enjoy the river like swimming pool with your private relaxation area amidst the fragrant orange trees or explore the region’s great variety of beaches and attractions. 
It’s up to you!

DAY
6

DISCOVER THE CASTLE TOWN OF MONEMVASIA

Taste numerous locally produced wines, made from ancient grape varieties and rounded off with delicious homemade bites. The smell of sea air as well as the soothing music will carry you back to the Byzantine period.

DAY
7

ENJOY YOUR STAY AT THE COSTA NAVARINO RESORT

Move to Messinia and enjoy your stay at the Costa Navarino Resort, an exceptional award winning property stretching along the prime destination of the Mediterranean sea. This is as close as it gets to paradise. Have a memorable fine dining fish experience at Eleon restaurant. The menu is based on the seasonal bounty of fresh, locally sourced ingredients and if you are up for utmost privacy barbeque pit dining options are also provided under the attentive gaze of talented chefs.

DAY
8

ENJOY YOUR SPECTACULAR ACTIVITIES AT THE COSTA NAVARINO RESORT

After exploring the ancient city of Messini continue your day back in Costa Navarino and its spectacular facilities. The options are limitless. The gentlemen will be happy to hear that the Dunes Course has been named as Greece’s Best Golf Course in the World Golf Awards. Set in a landscape of diverse topography with breathtaking sea and river views, it is designed to surpass your expectations. As for the ladies, they can relax at the famous Anazoe Spa, winner of many international travel awards, which offers a full range of specialty treatments based on ancient health and beauty practices. Enjoy your fish over dinner at a greek fish “taverna”.


DAY
9

INDULGE IN SOME SEASONAL ACTIVITIES

such as wine harvesting at the Navarino Vineyards (Aug-Sep). Share in the local knowledge, learn and practice in the grape treading and join a wine tasting seminar led by an experienced sommelier. Alternatively, experience first-hand olive harvesting (Oct-Nov), one of Messinia’s most enduring agricultural and culinary traditions, as you participate in each step of the olive’s journey from tree to table. 
You might as well attend a cooking class with the help of local women who will share authentic family recipes.

DAY
10

ON YOUR WAY HOME

You will return to Athens and then catch your flight back to your home destination. You really had a taste of the best that Greece has to offer. Your journey was meant to make every day a delight. This was definitely a trip to remember for life.

Price available upon request. To get started creating your one of a kind private journey call +30 2103668830 or email: luxurytravel@afea.gr


WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Accommodation and breakfast in 5* Luxury hotels
  • Transfers with your private limo and driver including all tours
  • Transfer from/to the airport
  • Guided tours to archeological sites/Entrance feed
  • Private English speaking escort throughout your trip
  • Fine dinners at top-notch restaurants as described – a Michelin starred restaurant also included (Beverages are not included during meals)
  • All activities as described in “The Garden of Epicurus” gastronomy day
  • Food & Wine tours
  • Seasonal activities at the Costa Navarino Resort (wine harvesting or olive harvesting or cooking class)
  • Golf for the gentlemen/ Spa for the ladies at he Romanos Resort, Costa Navarino