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.
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.
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….
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. Construction of the museum began in 2002 and was completed in 2004. The architecture of the main building blends seamlessly with the natural surroundings.
Kourouta Beach - Meet your representative at Kourouta Beach, where sunbeds and umbrellas await you for a relaxing day on the sandy shore.
- Sunbed and Umbrellas
- Bottled water
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and/or taxes
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Sunbed and Umbrellas
- Bottled water
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and/or taxes
- Port pickup and drop-off
- drinks & food are not included but can be purchased
- Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
- Lunch
- drinks & food are not included but can be purchased
- Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
- Lunch
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…
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 the left bank of the Peneios River. Archaeological findings suggest human habitation in this area dating back to the prehistoric times.
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.