A grounded way to explore life here, in person.
What these site tours are
A small-group, on-the-ground way to experience the Peloponnese/Crete locations, ask real questions, and feel what day-to-day life in Greece could be like—before you go deeper.
Who tours are for
Explorer members get priority access (tours are part of the Explorer stage). We also open a limited number of paid non-member spots by request.
What you’ll do
Land walks + location context · community Q&A and values conversation · village life (meals, errands, pace) · a few regional outings · built-in time to reflect
Best next step
If you’re new, start with an Info Coffee. If you’re already exploring seriously, save your spot on a tour date. Greek Cohousing coffee.
Site Tour Dates
*Scheduled Site Visits Dates are reserved for Explorer Members.
Not a member yet? You can request a Private Preview Site Visit Day outside scheduled dates (paid).
Winter — February (two options)
February is a surprisingly beautiful time to experience Laconia. The Taygetes mountains are often capped with snow, but one feels only crisp and clear air on at our elevation. The land is green from winter rains. It’s a peaceful season that lets you experience the region in its authentic daily rhythm, without crowds and this is an opportunity for you to decide whether February feels like home to you in Laconia- a good time for quiet walks and connecting deeply with the landscape to envision what year-round life here feels like. For those seriously considering a move abroad, experiencing Laconia in winter can be essential—and this visit makes it possible.
Dates: Feb 5–11, 2026 or Feb 27–Mar 11, 2026 (Core Trip)
Add On Options:
2 days Peloponnesos
3 days Crete
Late Spring — May
May is Laconia at its most alive—bright, fragrant, and effortlessly outdoors. Days are warm but not yet hot, the countryside is still lush, and evening light lingers long enough for slow dinners and unhurried conversations. This is an ideal season to explore the la
nd comfortably, imagine gardens and shared outdoor spaces, and get a felt sense of how daily life flows as the region moves toward summer.
Dates: May 21–27, 2026
Add On Options:
2 days Peloponnesos
3 days Crete
Early Autumn — September
September brings that golden “shoulder season” feeling—sun-warmed days and calmer, quieter villages. The sea is still inviting, the pace is relaxed, and the light has a soft clarity that makes the landscape feel especially vivid. It’s a great time to walk the site, visit nearby towns, and picture an easy year-round rhythm: community meals, morning swims, and evenings under the stars.
Dates: Sep 10–16, 2026
Add On Options:
2 days Peloponnesos
3 days Crete
Harvest Season — October
October is one of the most grounded, generous times to be here. The heat has eased, the air is comfortable for long walks, and the region is full of harvest energy—olives, grapes, and the seasonal rituals that shape village life. If you want to understand the practical, lived texture of the place—how people work, gather, and move through the year—October offers a deeply authentic window.
Dates: Oct 8–14, 2026
Add On Options:
2 days Peloponnesos
3 days Crete
Early Winter — December
December is clear-skied, quiet, and beautifully local. The days are cooler, the villages feel intimate, and there’s a sense of steadiness to winter life—markets, cafes, and the everyday community rhythms you don’t see in peak season. This is a strong visit for people who want to understand what it’s really like to live here year-round, and to feel the calm confidence of the place in winter.
Dates: Dec 3–9, 2026
Add On Options:
2 days Peloponnesos
3 days Crete
Sample Week (Core Peloponnesos)
Thu — Arrive in Athens (Koukaki)
Arrive in the morning and settle into the lively Athenian neighborhood of Koukaki, a short walk from the Acropolis and ancient agora neighborhood of Plaka—then gather for a relaxed welcome dinner at a favorite local taverna. The night is free for you to wander Plaka.
Fri — Travel to Laconia
Rent a car near the hotel (curated list) or use hosted car travel, travel south on a beautiful road trip to Sparta beneath the Taygetos mountains. Settle in with plenty of time to stroll, find your bearings, and get a feel for everyday Spartan life- cafes, markets, errands, and the lived pace of the region. Traditional Mezze dinner or dinner on the Plateia- group choice.
Sat — Laiki Market + Peter & Paul’s “Big Picture” Tour
Begin with the lively Spartan laiki stroll (open-air market), then head out for a grand visit at Peter & Paul’s to understand the wider setting and vision—land, views, microclimates, and the resort-style wellness amenities that may complement our own community life (where applicable). Lunch in the charming village of Xirocambi, then free time for an easy afternoon: a short hike, an evening in Sparta, or simply rest.
Sun — Taygete Cohousing Village Site Walk + Coast Time
Spend the morning with an unhurried experience walking the land, taking in the view and surroundings. Seeing the site layout on the ground and location of each home- with Common House explained and floor plans and maps. There’s plenty of time for Q&A and “home choices” conversation (what’s fixed, what’s flexible). Afternoon regional exploration toward the coast—options may include the Venetian fishing harbor of Gythio, the historic seaside village of Aeropoli, or a beach taverna (group preference + timing).Sun —Site Tour of Taygete Cohousing Village site
Mon — Mystras + A Touch of Everyday Luxury
Take a short drive into the mountains to wander Mystras, the extraordinary UNESCO ruins of the Byzantine world. Later, enjoy an optional spa/hotel experience nearby, perhaps at the 5 star Grand Palace—a useful context for those who like the idea of living close to restorative amenities, now or in the future.
Tue — Practical Pathways + Partners Day
Morning drive back to Athens for Hillcon Build Open House- for a practical, decision-maker day: maps, climate and sun patterns, floor plans, constraints, timelines—and plenty of time for serious questions.
Wed — Depart (or continue with an extension)
Depart, or continue into the optional “Built Options” visits below.
Optional “Built Options” Visits (already-built entire “village-like” properties for sale and group renovation)
Peloponnesos +2 Days (Wed–Fri)
Two focused days visiting already-built properties for sale (one area per day) that could potentially be adapted into a cohousing village—ideal for people exploring a faster pathway than ground-up development with simpler amenities. When possible, we’ll also use these days to experience the surrounding villages and daily-life context.
Crete +3 Days (Fri–Mon)
A guided continuation in Crete (Ariadne area + Rethymno/Chania region) focused on already-built hotels or villa complexes for sale that could suit a renovation/community model. For those also considering traditional single homes, there’s an optional introduction to a curated developer and a small number of relevant home showings (time/availability dependent).
Exact stops may vary slightly by season, availability, and group interests—but the overall structure stays the same.
2026 Peloponnese Site Visit Pricing
Hosted visit to private GVC site included in every level.
Per household (1–2 adults).
Early Bird / Standard / Last Minute rates apply based on booking window.
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Independent Logistics
Explorer Program + hosted land access (DIY logistics)
Explorer membership for 4 months: €200
Explorer Tours
Early Bird: €650 / household
Standard: €710 / household
Last Minute: €770 / household
Guided ⭐ Most Popular
Flexible — you book your own flight/hotel/car
Explorer membership for 4 months: €200
Early Bird: €890 / household
Standard: €990 / household
Last Minute: €1,090 / household
More structure + coordination support
Hosted (Concierge)
Limited seats
Explorer Membership for 4 months: €200
Early Bird: €1,490 / household
Standard: €1,590 / household
Last Minute: €1,690 / household
Highest support + easiest experience
Additional adult (18+ beyond 2): +€180
Children under 18: no charge
Current Residents of Cohousing/Ecohousing on Vacation: €490 / €540 / €590
Peloponnese Add-On
(optional — offered only when confirmed)
Investor Field Visit: Village-Style Hotels for Sale
A curated visit to select built properties that feel like “village-style” hotels — assets a small group could buy and renovate as an alternative to a new-build cohousing village.
Price: €590 per household (1–2 adults) for two site visits
Price: €390 per household (1-2 adults) for one site visit
Additional adult (18+): +€180
Includes:
Curated route to pre-identified village-style hotel/resort assets for sale
On-site walkthrough(s) + fit/scale/renovation-reality conversation
Practical comparison: renovation path vs. new build (timeline, complexity, tradeoffs)
Not included
Legal/technical due diligence, inspections, or negotiation (separate professional services)
Availability
Offered only when there is enough interest to justify scheduling and access.
If not available for your dates, you can join the Pelopponnese "pre-built to renovate" waitlist.
Crete Add-On
(optional — offered only when confirmed)
Choose the support level that matches your Peloponnese visit.
Independent: €450 / €500 / €550 (EB/Std/LM)
Guided: €550 / €600 / €650 (EB/Std/LM)
Hosted: €750 / €800 / €850 (EB/Std/LM)
Crete is offered only when we have a confirmed hosted plan and sufficient numbers.
If not available for your dates, you can join the Crete waitlist.
What each level includes:
Independent (DIY logistics)-
(For Those Living in Greece and with Extensive Experience in Greece)
You book your own hotel, meals, and transportation. We meet at set points for the hosted site visits and program sessions.
Included: hosted land access and tour + core field-visit conversations + developer visit.
Guided (Most Popular)- for worldly travelers with less experience in Greece
You still book your own hotel/car, but you get a more structured itinerary and more hands-on coordination support so you’re not guessing.
Included: everything in Independent + extra coordination + pre-visit planning meetings + airport welcome with self funded metro or taxi ride + more guided group flow and coordination.
Hosted (Concierge — limited slots per tour)- for those wishing to be driven and have a fully hosted trip.
Highest-touch support and simplest experience.
Included: everything in Guided + your Hosted bundle items (driver/vehicle seats, lodging contribution, hosted meals, mini expat add-on)
Private Visits (by request): GreekVillageCohousing@gmail.com
Explorer Members who can’t attend scheduled group site visits — and nonmembers who are already in Greece for vacation or business and would like to see the sites — are welcome to email to request a 1-day hosted site visit.
Private visits are limited and offered based on availability.
Private Preview Tour
(by request and subject to very limited availability).
If you’re already in Greece and would like to see the land before joining Explorer Membership, you may request a 2-hour Private Preview Visit hosted by Evi.
This is a short preview designed to help you decide whether to take the next step into Explorer membership. It provides hosted access to the land (our sites are private and not open to the public), a 2 hour guided walk-through, and time for a small set of initial questions. It does not replace the Explorer process or the multi-day field visit required to fully understand the project.
Private Preview Visits are offered in limited windows, based on availability.
Fee (covers Evi’s travel + time): €600 per household (1–2 adults)
Additional adult (18+): +€180 | Children: no fee
No membership credit applies.
If you’d like to continue: Explorer Membership (€200) with full active participation and the required multi-day site visit with all professionals, all candidates then email with interest after the preview tour. Membership is not guaranteed.
