Elis the Olympic City and Kourouta Beach from Katakolon Port

Embark on a 4-hour self-guided tour of Elis, the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Explore the well-preserved site and discover the ancient history of Greece at Kourouta Beach.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Archaeological Museum of Ancient Elis - Archaeological findings suggest that human presence in the area dates back to the prehistoric era. According to Pausanias, the first historical leader was Oxylos from Aetolia, who was the first king and the founder of the Olympic Games. The museum is situated at the southeastern edge of the ancient city….

What's Included
  • Sunbed and Umbrellas
  • Bottled water
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Port pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
  • drinks & food are not included but can be purchased
  • Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
  • Lunch
Additional Information

In this 4-hour self-directed journey, you’ll seize the opportunity to see the well-kept location of the birthplace of the Olympic games.
Elis city was a significant metropole in ancient Greece, being the capital of the Elean kingdom in western Greece. Elis was in charge of organizing the Olympic Games in ancient Olympia. Its advantageous location is on…

Location
Archaeological Museum of Ancient Elis
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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