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Private Excursion at Spetses Island
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Instead of just transferring you to Piraeus Port to catch the ferry, you will have the chance to kick back and enjoy the drive along the Saronic Gulf to the edge of Argolic region. We will catch the ferry to cosmopolitan Spetses from the port of Kosta. Boasting a naval tradition, SPETSES is known for her significant contribution during the 1821 War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire! A serene idyllic spice island, feeling like the French Riviera, you will be enchanted by the neoclassical houses and villas, doomed churches fringed by cafes, traditional tavernas lining the road and stylish boutiques! Take a romantic trip around the island on a horse-drawn carriage admiring the grand mansions adoring the narrow cobbled streets. Dapia,the main port is surrounded by cannons and provides a romantic place for a day coffee or an evening drink. You will enjoy long promenades both in the sea and country side. The smell of the sea and the secluded beaches will therapeutically captivate you!
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $640.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 60 of the next 60 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 15.
Pickup from your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens
Take in the views as we drive along the south-east coast of the Argo-Saronic gulf in the Peloponnese towards the port of Kosta. The drive to the port of Kosta takes approximately 1 hour & 45 minutes. The boat ride from the port of Kosta to Spetses island takes approximately 25 minutes.
Head to the island's picturesque sun dried beaches ( Ayioi Anargyroi, Ayia Paraskevi, Xylokeriza, Ayia Marina) and swim in crystal clear blue waters with a beautiful pine forest backdrop
Visit the WAR MEMORIAL of the NAVY and the CLOCK in the breathtaking ROLOGIOU SQUARE and last but not least the OLD PORT or PALIO LIMANI.
The House of Bouboulina Built around the end of the 17th Century, the building is shaped like a Π, a detail which at that time indicated the importance of the owner. Bouboulina was a heroine that played a significant role in the 1821 War of Independence. Visit her house, which now operates as a museum to admire its wood-carved Florentine ceiling, 18th and 19th century furniture, interesting collection of old weapons, fine porcelain and rare books. • The House of Hatzigiannis Mexis Today the house hosts a museum exhibiting relics from the War of Independence, letters written by war heroes like Kolokotronis and Athanasios Diakos, a folk art collection and the relics of Bouboulina. The house was built between 1795 and 1798, and was donated to the Greek state in 1938 by the heirs of the Mexis family. The objects on display represent more than 4,000 years of the island’s history.
The church of Panagia Armata (Virgin of the Armata, which means Armed Virgin in Greek) is a white and yellow chapel located on a hill above the old port of Spetses. This lovely church was built between 1824 and 1830 by the Spetsiote captain Ioannis Koutsis, to commemorate and honor the defeat of the Ottoman fleet during the naval battle on the 8th of September, 1822.
Return to your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens
Your personal tour driver will pick you up and return you to your hotel in Athens, meeting you at the lobby. In the case of an AirBnb apartment, he/she will contact you upon arrival so you can meet at the entrance of the building. For Airport and Port pick-up, your driver will meet you at the arrivals area holding a signboard with the guest's name.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Private Excursion at Spetses Island lasts about 12 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
Prices start at $320 per person for this Athens experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $640. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM.
It can: 60 of the next 60 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Your personal tour driver will pick you up and return you to your hotel in Athens, meeting you at the lobby. In the case of an AirBnb apartment, he/she will contact you upon arrival so you can meet at the entrance of the building. For Airport and Port pick-up, your driver will meet you at the arrivals area holding a signboard with the guest's name. Pickup points include Foivos Hotel Athens, Alter Athens Hotel.
The experience is available in EN, EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Your own group can be up to 15 people on one booking; no other travellers join.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Excursion at Spetses Island | 12 hours | 4.0 (1) | $320 | |
 3-Day Private Tour of Mycenae, Nafplio, Epidaurus, plus Hydra and Spetses Island | 3 days | 5.0 (13) | $1,917 | View |
 "Spetses in a Day from Athens : A Cosmopolitan Island Experience” | 10–11 hours | — | $290 | View |
 Spetses Island Day Private Trip From Athens | 8–10 hours | — | $180 | View |
 4 or 5-Day PELOPONNESE HIGHLIGHTS with SPETSES & HYDRA ISLANDS | 5 days | 5.0 (1) | $1,529 | View |
 Athens 2 Day Island Hopping Tour to Hydra and Poros or Spetses | 2 days | — | $110 | View |
 5-Day Greece Itinerary, Athens, Peloponnese & Spetses | 5 days | 5.0 (3) | $2,921 | View |