Embark on a private tour to the UNESCO world heritage site of Ancient Olympia. Explore extensive ruins, visit the Temple of Zeus and Hera, and learn about the history of the original athletes. Upgrade to enjoy a traditional lunch or have an expert archaeological guide.
Embark on a private tour to the UNESCO world heritage site of Ancient Olympia. Explore extensive ruins, visit the Temple of Zeus and Hera, and learn about the history of the original athletes. Upgrade to enjoy a traditional lunch or have an expert archaeological guide.
- Corinth Canal - At the time of your choice, your informative & professional Tour driver will be at your Hotel reception or other residence promptly to escort you on your tour. Heading towards the Peloponnese a first short stop is made to see this amazing work of engineering & learn about its place in history & many historic events
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- Corinth Canal - At the time of your choice, your informative & professional Tour driver will be at your Hotel reception or other residence promptly to escort you on your tour. Heading towards the Peloponnese a first short stop is made to see this amazing work of engineering & learn about its place in history & many historic events
- Olympia - Founded in the 8th century B.C. and famous as for its Olympic games of antiquity you can take your time to explore its extensive ruins which include the places where the original athletes were taught & trained, and go through the tunnel to emerge in the stadium in which they competed. The site is still home to the Temple of Zeus and Hera where the Olympic Flame is lit, workshop of Phidias.
- Archaeological Museum of Olympia - Not to be missed is the modern on-site museum which houses many masterpieces and a large amount of artifacts uncovered from the site, from pre-history to early Christian periods. Its permanent collection includes an almost complete pediment of sculpture from the Temple Of Zeus, a bronze collection & many significant pieces such as the very drinking cup of Phidias, excavated from his workshop & possessing his name in inscription.
- Museum of the Olympic Games - At the entrance to the Archaeological site sits this Museum dedicated to the Olympic Games through its historical foundation to the modern day Olympics. With many old & new artifacts you can take an extra journey to learrn about this most important aspect of Ancient Olympia the development of this gift to the world.
- Rion-Antirion Bridge - Before your return we take the opportunity in visiting the very impressive suspension bridge opened in 2004 for the Olympics in Greece & links the towns of Rio & Antirrio as well as providing a modern connection from the Peloponnese back to mainland Greece
- Luxury Class Mercedes transportation for all packages
- Traditional Greek Lunch included in Platinum and Gold packages
- Expert Guide provided in Platinum package
- Professional English-speaking Tour driver
- All vehicles equipped with WiFi, A/C, and chilled bottled water
- Luxury Class Mercedes transportation for all packages
- Traditional Greek Lunch included in Platinum and Gold packages
- Expert Guide provided in Platinum package
- Professional English-speaking Tour driver
- All vehicles equipped with WiFi, A/C, and chilled bottled water
- Food and drinks unless specified by tour package
- Entrance Fees
- Licensed guide for archaeological sites. Available on request
- Pickup from Athens Airport or locations outside central Athens: arranged on request with surcharge
- Food and drinks unless specified by tour package
- Entrance Fees
- Licensed guide for archaeological sites. Available on request
- Pickup from Athens Airport or locations outside central Athens: arranged on request with surcharge
Our Exclusive Excursion sets its focus on the Ancient Olympia, a UNESCO world heritage site. You’ll be picked up in a private vehicle by your well-informed tour guide. Sit back and enjoy the scenic journey through the rough landscape of the Peloponnese, adorned with olive tree fields and orchards.
Founded in the 8th century B.C., situated in an…
Our Exclusive Excursion sets its focus on the Ancient Olympia, a UNESCO world heritage site. You’ll be picked up in a private vehicle by your well-informed tour guide. Sit back and enjoy the scenic journey through the rough landscape of the Peloponnese, adorned with olive tree fields and orchards.
Founded in the 8th century B.C., situated in an enchanting valley by the river, you’ll discover the vast remnants including spaces where the earliest athletes were schooled and underwent training, leading to a tunnel that opens up to the arena they competed in. Witness the Temples of Zeus and Hera, the origin of the Olympic Flame, and Phidias’s workshop, the creator of the statue of Zeus, one of the wonders of the ancient world
Multiple Reservation choices enable you to incorporate a Traditional Meal at one of the top local Diners (Gold Package), or a Meal along with a knowledgeable Archaeological guide (Platinum Package).
- LUNCH OPTION: You may add this later on request or choose our Platinum Package during booking. Vegetarian dishes available. Please inform us of any allergies
- GUIDING/LICENSED GUIDES: Please note your knowledgeable tour driver can inform you en-route but can not enter Archaeological sites. You may add a guide on request after booking
- PICKUP FROM ATHENS AIRPORT & LOCATIONS OUTSIDE CENTRAL ATHENS: May require a supplement. Please inquire for details.
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.