Wine Tour Nemea: The Lion of Nemea

Due to our local ties and long term experience we can provide you unique insights to the upcoming wine producers of Nemea. Meet with wine makers and oenologists that share their passion with you. Meet the artisan organic balsamic producer and taste the fine products. Enjoy a home-style lunch in a stunning tasting room overlooking the endless vineyards of the Nemean valley. This isn’t a restaurant—it’s more like being welcomed at a friend’s table.

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   Stop 1

   Pass by

   Step into the land of legends, vines, and flavors. Just over an hour from Athens lies Nemea, a region steeped in ancient mythology and home to Greece’s most celebrated red grape variety, Agiorgitiko. On this immersive day tour, you’ll walk in the footsteps of Hercules, explore ancient ruins, sip world-class wines, and savor a home-style Greek feast in a vineyard overlooking the valley. It’s the perfect experience for families and friends who want to connect with the taste and beauty of the Peloponnese.

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   Archaeological Museum of Nemea

   1 hour

   Your adventure begins at the archaeological site of ancient Nemea, where you'll discover the majestic Temple of Zeus and the original stadium where athletes once competed in the Nemean Games. We’ll provide entrance tickets and an easy-to-follow written guide with highlights of Nemea’s history and mythology. You will then explore the site on your own and you can even try your own sprint at the ancient stadium, just like the athletes did centuries ago. Afterward, we will come together again to discuss your experience, answer questions, and share the myths and stories connected to the site.

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   Nemea

   1 hour

   Next, step into a family-run boutique winery where the passion for winemaking comes to life. Meet the winemaker or oenologist and enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the cellar and vineyards. You’ll taste four exceptional wines—each telling the story of Greek wine. Of course you will taste an Agiorgitiko, Nemea’s signature red grape variety, known for its deep color, soft tannin, and complexity.

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   Stop 4

   2 hours

   Your culinary journey continues with a visit to an artisanal balsamic vinegar producer. Discover the secrets of organic farming, get introduced to the manufacturing process, and how centuries-old techniques meet modern craftsmanship. Then, enjoy a guided tasting of the products. Finally, sit down for a private, home-style lunch in a stunning tasting room overlooking the endless vineyards of the Nemean valley. This isn’t a restaurant—it’s more like being welcomed at a friend’s table. Enjoy freshly cooked Greek dishes made with local, seasonal ingredients, paired with a specially selected wine from the region. It’s the perfect ending to a day filled with myth, flavor, and connection.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.