6 Day Little Trains Tour to Centaurs’ Mountain, Meteora, Olympia

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Overview

Are you ready to explore Greece’s most historic and mythological sites while experiencing three breathtaking scenic train rides—each a journey of its own?

Embark on an unforgettable adventure aboard:
The Little Train of Pelion
The Cog Railway from Diakopto to Kalavryta
The Katakolon Train

Be enchanted by the mythical tales of Mt. Pelion, a natural paradise and summer retreat of the twelve Olympian gods, all woven into a single magical experience.

Board the train to Kalavryta, traversing the stunning Vouraikos Canyon, one of Greece’s most spectacular railway routes. Your journey continues to the mysterious Cave of the Lakes, a hidden natural wonder.

Finally, step aboard the Katakolon train, departing from ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games in 776 BC, and travel to the charming seaside town of Katakolon, a picturesque harbor and beloved travel destination.

What's Included

Breakfast
5 Night's accommodation
Pick up and drop off services
Train tickets
Private car and enlglish speaking driver

Hotel City Taxes
Gratuities (optional)
Entrance fees / Tour Guides (available with extra cost)

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Pickup details

Pick you up from your designated meeting points in central Athens, Piraeus area/port or Pick up/drop off from Athens airport with extra cost

What To Expect

Day 1

Athens - Corinth - Cave of Lakes Kalavryta - Journey with Cog Railway - Nauplio

5 Stops

Corinth Canal

Our driver will pick you up from your hotel at 09.00 o’clock and driving along the mainland coast to Peloponnese, an hour later, we will make our first stop, at the Canal of Corinth (6 km length and 80m height).Soon we reach the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, one of the best Ancient Theatres worldwide with amazing acoustics.We will stop for lunch or a coffee break, at one of the most romantic towns of Greece, the seaside town of Nafplio, first capital city of Modern Greece.We will continue to the archaeological site of Mycenae, an ancient town with great power during the ancient years, with the famous ‘’Gate of Lions’’ and ‘’Atreus King Tomb’’.Our first day will be finished at the famous town of Sparta for overnight.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)

We continue to reach at Ancient Corinth which was one of his beloved cities of Saint Paul. We will have the chance to visit the Ancient Market and the Bema of Apostle Paul or Galionas, a large elevated rostrum standing prominently in the center of the Roman Forum of ancient Corinth.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Diakofto

Then we will arrive at "Diakofto" to take the Cog Railway (Odontotos) which links Kalavrita with Diakopto through Vouraikos Canyon; one of the most beautiful natural sights and of the most spectacular railway rides in Greece. It has been mentioned as the most beautiful train trip in Balkans. The little train travels through streams climbing the fantastic narrow gorge up into the mountains, through tunnels, over waterfalls, along cliffs and through forests of pine and oleander. The journey ends at the town of Kalavryta.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Kalavrita

Our driver will meet you there to continue the tour at the mysterious, magnificent and unique "Cave of the Lakes", a rare creation of Nature. Consisted of 13 in total Small and large lakes, with different colors each one, depending on the oxides contained in the rocks. You will see the wonderful «hanging bridge» and the «waterfalls» «falling» that will cause you the feeling a floating corridor. Also you will admire strange stalactite formations. In winter when the snow melts, the cave is transformed into a subterranean river with natural waterfalls. We have a stop for lunch at the picturesque village of Kalavrita.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Nafplio

Finally we will reach at the romantic town of Nafplio for overnight

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Day 2

Nauplio - Mycenae - Epidaurus - Olympia

4 Stops

Day 3

Ancient Olympia – Little Train to Katakolon Village - Delphi

4 Stops

Archaeological Site of Olympia

After our breakfast, we leave Sparta and after a short stop at the picturesque small coastal town of Gythio, we arrive at Areopolis and Diros, famous for its marvelous subterranean caves as a part of an underground river. About 5,000 meters have been exposed and accessible by small boats and through narrow passageways and one is surrounded by formations of stalagmites and stalactites. Caves have served as places of worship in Paleolithic and Neolithic times and their inhabitant believed that the caves were the entrance to the underworld. We can also visit the local museum and then we continue to some of the most beautiful places of Southern Peloponnese, the coastal villages of Stoupa and Kardamili, for swimming or lunch.We pass by the town of Kalamata and we finally arrive at Ancient Olympia for overnight.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Katakolo

You will get the little train for a wonderful journey from Olympia to Katakolon lasts for approximately 45 minutes. It’s a beautiful and extremely popular route, both amongst the international visitors from cruise ships and Greek travelers that prefer the train for their transports. The small scenic harbor of Katakolo is the main heaven of Pyrgos and a beautiful tourist attraction. The Museum of Ancient Greek Technology holds approximately 150 models of mechanisms and inventions of the ancient world from 2000 BC until 100 AD and is definitely worth a visit. Small forested hills surround the port of Katakolo, which is a popular stop for cruise ships on tours of the Mediterranean and the Ionian Sea. Enjoy the coffee next to the sea!

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

The Venetian Castle of Nafpaktos

Leaving Katakolon, we will cross over the amazing bridge of Rion – Antirion, one of the biggest bridges in Europe. Then we will head to Naupactus, a beautiful seaside small town, where you can visit the Venetian Castle, the Venetian Port. etc or to have lunch here.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Delphi

We will reach at Delphi for overnight

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Day 4

Delphi - Arachova Village - Meteora

3 Stops

Day 5

Meteora - Pelion

2 Stops

Day 6

Pelion – Little Train Ano Lechonia – Milies – Athens

3 Stops

Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
All of our drivers have high experience and will gives general information for each site and many suggestion for restaurant etc. But are not licensed guide. So we strongly suggest you to book local tour guides in each place

The train Ano lechonia – Milies only operates at weekends and selected dates. If the train doesn’t operate, we will tour mount Pelion and visit its villages by car or we will modify the tour accordingly
2 people will stay in a double-sharing room, 3 people will stay in a triple-sharing room, and 1 person will have a private single room
After your booking, you will receive a detailed itinerary
Please note that one week prior to your trip, you will receive an updated itinerary with hotel names, pick-up times, and other details.
Respecting the environment, you will receive the program on your mobile device or in chat room of City Boat Tours . If you need a printed version, please let us know.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 6 Day Little Trains Tour to Centaurs’ Mountain, Meteora, Olympia?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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