Loaded with more treasures than a jewellery box, holidays to Costa Navarino combine five-star hotels with unspoilt beaches.

Luxurious lounging

Set on the south-west coast of Greece's mainland Peloponnese region, Costa Navarino's got a growing reputation as one of the Mediterranean's premier luxury destinations. This is your one-stop shop for pampering and relaxation, where you can hop from soothing spa treatments to a dip in the brilliant blue sea.

Diving and driving

Despite the luxe resorts, Costa Navarino's still fairly off the radar and there's a relaxed feel to the coastline's beaches. For underwater enthusiasts, the Messinian Sea promises snorkelling and scuba thrills – there's even a sunken village to explore. Golfers, meanwhile, can tee off at one of two nearby courses.

Fine dining

Costa Navarino's a gastronomic heaven, boasting a cluster of five-star restaurants – be sure to sample their regional specialities and freshly caught seafood. For a tantalising foodie pilgrimage, take the hour's drive over to Kalamata, home to a popular farmers' market and world-famous olives.

The footsteps of kings

History buffs will find Costa Navarino an ideal base for connecting with ancient Greece. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Nestor's Palace is just 15 minutes' drive away – once a home to Mycenaean kings. Further afield, the archaeological site of Olympia is just a 90-minute drive to the north.

At a Glance

  • Admire the semi-circular shore of Voidokilia's beach
  • Snorkel and rock climb around the coast
  • Discover four UNESCO World Heritage Sites