Lavender Cove Location
Lavender Cove is conveniently only a short drive from Athens airport or city centre. So whether you pick up a hire car from the airport or harbour yourself or if we arrange your transportation to Korfos you could be with us starting your holiday within an hour and a half of arriving.
Korfos
Korfos is a traditional Greek fishing village. Tucked away in a quiet bay, it is accessible by a single no through road, so it enjoys the luxury of no unnecessary traffic or visitors. One of the delights of visiting Korfos is the scenic drive to reach the village, through the pine drenched winding hills, only to emerge suddenly and dramatically, aloft, looking down over the sparkling azure waters of the Mediterannean dotted with small islands. Sunrise and sunset over these hills and waters is something to behold.
Islands of the Argosaronikos Gulf
The numerous Greek islands speckling the seas around Greece have great and varied appeal. A trip to Greece would not be complete without a trip to one of them. There are several islands easily accessible from Korfos that would make for a fantastic day trip. You can easily visit Hydra, Poros and Spetses.
Nemea
The area of Nemea is steeped in Greek mythological history but today it is famous for its distinguished wine production and local grape variety Agiorgitiko.
Do not miss visiting:
– Ancient Nemea (archeological site)
– Vineyards with the famous Agiorgitiko grape variety.
All archeological sites and museums of the region operate
daily from 08:30 to 15:00 (except Monday).
Distance: 1h (78.2km)
Nafplio
The first capital city of the modern Hellenic State is well-known for its neoclassical mansions. A whole day and more could be easily filled visiting this charming city and its many highlights including:
– Old City
– Syntagma Square
– Church of Aghios Spyridonas
– Palamidi
– Akronafplia
– Bourtzi
– Museum of Worry Beads
Distance: 1h 15′ (63 km)
Mycenae
This UNESCO world Heritage Site with its magnificent archeological findings and royal tombs are described by Homer and are world famous.: This is a must see for lovers of ancient Greek history.
Distance: 1h 40′ (58 km)
Loutraki
Famous for its casino, Loutraki is a spa town with exceptional thermal springs and spas, contemporary infrastructure and outstanding natural beauty.
Do not miss visiting:
– Lake Vouliagmeni
– Cape Ireon (one of the oldest lighthouses in Greece).
Distance: 50′ (45 km)
Corinth
The capital of the region is famous for the Corinth Canal connecting the Aegean Sea with the Corinthian Gulf. This now iconic canal separating the mainland of Greece from the Peloponnese, is well worth a visit as are Isthmia with its submersible bridge and Ancient Corinth.
Distance: 44′ (40 km)
Ermioni - Porto Heli
The so called “Greek Riviera” is a region with impressive mansions and a landscape of exceptional beauty. This is where boats set off for the islands of the Argosaronikos Gulf.
Distance: 45′ (40 km)
Athens
Only 110km from Korfos, the Greek capital city should not be missed. Athens has a wealth of history and a visit to the Parthenon on the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum (one of the most important archeological museums in the world), the Herodeon Ancient Theatre (Odeon of Herodes Atticus), as well as the incredibly beautiful historical neighbourhood of Plaka and Monastiraki would make a truly memorable excursion.
Distance: 1h 27′ (110 km)
Epidavros
Epidaurus is visited by thousands of tourists each year keen to see one of the best preserved examples of an Ancient Amphitheate (it dates back to the 4th centrury BC), which continues to this day to host performances including forming part of the annual International Athens Festival, is a testament to its superb acoustics and its unique landscape setting. Other archeological highlights in Epidaurus are the Sanctuary of Asklepios and the Archeological Museum.
Distance: 50′ (48 km)
Lavender Cove, in the beautiful, tranquil Bay of Korfos, in the Peloponnese, is a well-kept secret, just waiting to treat you to the perfect holiday with family and friends or weekend get-away.