Embark on a private day trip from Athens to Ancient Olympia and the Corinth Canal. Discover the engineering marvel of the Corinth Canal and immerse yourself in the history of the ancient Olympic Games at Olympia.
Embark on a private day trip from Athens to Ancient Olympia and the Corinth Canal. Discover the engineering marvel of the Corinth Canal and immerse yourself in the history of the ancient Olympic Games at Olympia.
- Athens - Pickup from your chosen Hotel, Airbnb, or apartment in Athens. Drive to the Isthmus Canal.
- Corinth Canal - Visit the Isthmus Canal, a significant 19th-century engineering marvel that played a crucial role in Mediterranean trade.
- Olympia - Olympia village: Located in the western Peloponnese, in the picturesque valley of the…
- Athens - Pickup from your chosen Hotel, Airbnb, or apartment in Athens. Drive to the Isthmus Canal.
- Corinth Canal - Visit the Isthmus Canal, a significant 19th-century engineering marvel that played a crucial role in Mediterranean trade.
- Olympia - Olympia village: Located in the western Peloponnese, in the picturesque valley of the Alpheios River, this is the most renowned sanctuary of ancient Greece. The village exudes a serene atmosphere that will captivate you.
Enjoy lunch at an authentic Greek taverna with quality home-cooked meals.
Stroll among the village shops.
- Archaeological Site of Olympia - Temple of Zeus: This Doric temple, dedicated to the god Zeus, was constructed in the second quarter of the 5th century BCE and serves as a prime example of classical Greek temple architecture in the Doric order.
Temple of Hera: Also known as Heraion, this ancient Archaic Greek temple was dedicated to Hera, the queen of the Greek gods, and was built around 590 BCE.
Witness the location where the modern Olympic flame is ignited by the temple dedicated to the goddess Hera.
The Hippodrome and later Stadium: The Hippodrome was a broad, flat area marked by a pole for the starting and finishing lines, where horse and chariot races were held.
The Palaestra: Part of the gymnasium complex built in the 3rd century BC, it was used for practicing boxing, wrestling, and jumping.
The Workshop of Pheidias: This is where the renowned sculptor created the colossal chryselephantine statue of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world.
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Philippeion - Philippeion: The only circular structure within the Altis, it stands as one of the finest examples of ancient Greek architecture. It was dedicated to Zeus by Philip II of Macedonia following his victory at Chaironeia in 338 BCE and was completed by his son, Alexander the Great.
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Archaeological Museum of Olympia - The Archaeological Museum of Olympia: Showcases incredible artifacts from the site.
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Museum of the Olympic Games - The Museum of the History of the Olympic Games in Antiquity: Opened in 2004, this museum is based on the collection of Georgios Papastefanou, who first envisioned spreading the Olympic Idea and Education through a museum.
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Archimedes Museum - The Museum of Archimedes (Mathematician), considered one of the foremost scientists of classical antiquity. This unique museum in the heart of ancient Olympia is dedicated to the “Greatest Mind” of all time, offering visitors the chance to see and interact with replicas of his inventions.
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Athens - Return to your chosen Hotel, Airbnb, or apartment in Athens.
- Fully Private Tour
- Transportation by private first class vehicle
- Professional Tour Drivers with in-depth knowledge of Greek history
- Hotel/Port pick-up and drop-off service
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water & refreshing wipes
- Skip-the-line ticket service (on-request)
- Fully Private Tour
- Transportation by private first class vehicle
- Professional Tour Drivers with in-depth knowledge of Greek history
- Hotel/Port pick-up and drop-off service
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water & refreshing wipes
- Skip-the-line ticket service (on-request)
- Entrance fees to the ancient Olympia site - 12 eur pp at the site
- Airport pick-up and drop-off (from 40 eur additional cost)
- Food & Drinks
- Tips & Gratuities
- Entrance fees to the ancient Olympia site - 12 eur pp at the site
- Airport pick-up and drop-off (from 40 eur additional cost)
- Food & Drinks
- Tips & Gratuities
Be amazed by the modern engineering masterpiece of the Corinth Canal (Isthmus Canal).
Visit Ancient Olympia the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games.
Witness where the modern Olympic flame is lit by the temple dedicated to the goddess Hera.
Explore the Archaeological Museum, where many of Olympia’s greatest works of art and artifacts are displayed….
Be amazed by the modern engineering masterpiece of the Corinth Canal (Isthmus Canal).
Visit Ancient Olympia the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games.
Witness where the modern Olympic flame is lit by the temple dedicated to the goddess Hera.
Explore the Archaeological Museum, where many of Olympia’s greatest works of art and artifacts are displayed. Highlights of the museum include the Sculpture from the Temple of Zeus, arguably the finest surviving examples of Archaic Greek sculpture, the 5th century BC Winged Victory by Paiongs, the 4th century BC Hermes of Praxiteles and a model of the reconstructed ancient Olympia site.
- Animals or pets allowed
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking
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.