Excursion Castle city & greek cooking experience at liotrivi mansion tour at Monemvasia

Disembark the ship and board your minivan for a short transfer across the narrow causeway to Monemvasia, a legendary stronghold often called the “Gibraltar of the East.”

Monemvasia Castle City, Refreshments, Sweeping Views, Bizantine Churches

Incomparably scenic and unmistakably ancient, walled Monemvasia perches on a rugged land-tied islet off the Peloponnese coast. Built atop an enormous rock outcrop, this medieval castle city may appear barren at first glance, but with your guide in the lead, you’ll soon discover narrow lanes lined with a veritable treasure trove of impressive ruins and richly detailed Byzantine churches. Towards the end of your approximately 90-minute walking tour, visit an iconic town café for a refreshing prosecco or juice refreshment sea accompanied by sweeping views over the glistening Aegean Sea.

Lunch-making in Consummate Greek Style, Liotrivi Mansion

Your journey continues to the Peloponnese mainland and the historic Liotrivi Mansion, once the childhood home of celebrated poet and resistance hero Giannis Ritsos. Today, this lovingly restored estate invites visitors into a world of tradition and hospitality.  During an engaging 3-hour visit, you’ll take in the scenery and be immersed hands-on in the making of a lunch feast of homemade tzatziki, fresh Greek salad, and Greece’s answer to shakshuka: kayianas, a delicious dish of scrambled eggs with tomato and vegetables. With your cooking class complete, it will be time to sit and savor your deliciously authentic creations.

Afterwards, a 30-minute drive brings you back to port.

Points of interests

Points of Interest: Monemvasia Castle City Walking Exploration, Liotrivi Estate, Cooking Class, Local Lunch

Note

Please note: This active excursion involves a moderate amount (about 0.65 mi / 1 km) of walking over cobblestone, inclined, and uneven surfaces at Monemvasia Castle. The tour is not suitable for guests who utilize a wheelchair or have limited mobility. Wear casual clothing and flat closed-toe walking shoes and bring your preferred sun protection. As weather conditions along the coast can be variable, a light windbreaker or similar layering piece is recommended for your comfort. Due to the very limited number of spaces available, we suggest booking well in advance to avoid disappointment. The order of sights and activities may vary. Local transportation and guiding resources in Monemvasia are limited; however, this program has been designed with the finest available services to ensure the Silversea quality standards.