Athens to Nemea Wine Tour with Corinth Seafood Lunch

Summary

Nemea Wine Tasting Day Trip & Corinth Harbor Lunch

If you want to taste real Greek wines straight from Nemea’s vineyards—and finish it all off with fresh seafood by the sea—this trip is for you. You’ll get local stories, plenty of pours, and a laid-back lunch where you can actually relax.

What’s the experience like?

The day kicked off right in the heart of Athens at 10 am—no rush, just enough time for a coffee before meeting up. As we left the city behind, the road opened up and soon, about an hour out, our driver pointed out the Isthmus of Corinth. You don’t actually stop here, but you can spot the canal slicing through rock—a skinny blue ribbon only 25 meters wide. Our guide shared how ancient traders used to drag ships across this “neck” of land. Even from the window, it’s a wild sight if you catch it on a clear morning.

By late morning, we rolled into our first winery in Nemea. The air smelled faintly sweet—grapes and earth mixed together. Our guide led us through rows of vines before ducking inside to see barrels stacked in cool cellars. We tasted six different wines here—each pour came with a story about the grape or the family running things. I still remember the third glass: peppery notes that lingered longer than I expected.

After a short drive (barely enough time to check your phone), we reached another winery with a totally different vibe—sleek tanks, modern touches, but still surrounded by old vines stretching over gentle hills. Here we tried four or five more wines (depends on what’s open that season), wandered between rows heavy with fruit, and learned how each winemaker puts their own spin on things.

Lunch was waiting for us back near Corinth’s little harbor—a spot locals seem to love since half the tables were filled with Greek families chatting over plates of seafood pasta and fresh salads. The sea breeze carried hints of salt and grilled fish as we sat down. Everything was paired with bottles picked by our hosts—honestly, that white wine with octopus was perfect. Nobody rushed us; we just ate, swapped stories about favorite wines, and watched boats bobbing nearby.

The ride back to Athens felt easy after all that food and wine—windows down, sun dipping low over olive groves outside. I dozed off for a bit; it happens after good wine and a long lunch.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Athens to Nemea Wine Tour

• Drive from Athens to first winery, pass Isthmus of Corinth
• Tour first winery and taste 6 wines
• Visit second winery, tour cellar and vineyard, taste 4-5 wines
• Seafood lunch at fish tavern in Corinth harbor
• Drive back to Athens

Top questions

How many wines do we taste during this tour?

You’ll try at least 10 different wines across two wineries—sometimes even more depending on what’s available that day.

Is lunch included? What kind of food is served?

Yes, lunch is included at a modern fish tavern in Corinth harbor—expect seafood pasta, salads, appetizers, and local wine pairings.

Can I join if I don’t drink alcohol?

You’re welcome to join! Just let us know ahead of time so we can arrange non-alcoholic options for you.

How long is the drive from Athens to Nemea?

It takes about 90 minutes each way by comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.

What’s included

Your tour covers round-trip transport from Athens in an air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water throughout the day, guided visits at two wineries with tastings of 10+ labels (for guests 18+), plus a full seafood lunch in Corinth—including salads and appetizers. Public transport options are nearby if needed. This experience suits all fitness levels.