Caves of Diros: Exploring the Hidden Gems of Greece
This morning, we’re heading towards the Caves of Diros, a must-visit destination in the Peloponnese region of Greece. We’ve heard some exciting stories about these stunning caves, so our curiosity is definitely piqued!
Upon arrival, we park our campervan on a steep and narrow street—quite the adventure in itself! Just to be safe (and for peace of mind), we wedge two stones in front of the wheels. Better safe than sorry!
Boat Tour Through the Diros Caves
Before we board, we’re each given a life jacket and then step into a small boat. Our daughter Diede finds it a bit nerve-wracking, but in a fun way. “Exciting, not scary,” she says with a big smile. Unfortunately, the guide doesn’t speak English, but luck is on our side— a kind Greek woman offers to translate for us.
The boat glides expertly through the spectacular cave tunnels. It’s a magical experience to explore these underwater caves like this! Some passages are so low we have to seriously duck our heads to pass underneath. The final part of the tour is on foot, allowing us to closely admire the incredible stalactites and stalagmites.
We learn something interesting: if you touch a cave formation, it stops growing. Diede accidentally ruins three of them! We did warn her, but as usual with Diede, telling her not to do something only tempts her more. 😂
Midday Break & Cheese Drama
After our cave adventure, we snack on some rice cakes and drinks before heading out in the camper. We stop at a playground for a laid-back lunch. “Let’s open the aged cheese,” says Mirre. We had a delicious large piece vacuum-sealed for the trip. Sadly, it turns out to be quite moldy—most likely not sealed perfectly airtight. Johan wants to toss it out immediately, horrified by the thought of eating it.
But Mirre isn’t ready to give up. She cuts around the bad parts and slices out the middle. “Yum!” she declares, and eventually convinces Johan to try it. He gives in. We promptly place an order with Mirre’s mom for a new piece. Her parents will visit us for a week at the end of April, and Johan’s folks will come mid-May—we’re really looking forward to both visits!
The Journey Continues
After lunch, we set off again in our trusty campervan, heading toward our overnight destination with full bellies and great memories of our experience at the Diros Caves.
If you’re planning a road trip through Greece, make sure to add the Caves of Diros to your itinerary. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime adventure filled with natural beauty, fun challenges, and unforgettable family moments!
