Elis the olympic city and kourouta beach from Katakolon port

Zakynthos, Greece
Duration4h - 6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 98 travelers
Skip the linePriority entrance
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

During this 4-hour, self-guided tour you will have the once-in-a-lifetime chance to explore the well-preserved site where the Olympic games were born.

The town of Elis was an important urban centre in the ancient Greece. It was the capital of the Elean kingdom in the western Greece. This town was responsible for the organization of the Olympic Games in ancient Olympia. Elis was built in a beneficial position, on the left shore of Peneios river. The archaeological research indicates the first signs of human presence in the area, very early at the prehistoric era.

What's included

  • Sunbed and Umbrellas.
  • Bottled water
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • drinks & food are not included but can be purchased
  • Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Archaeological Museum of Ancient Elis
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    The archaeological research indicates the first signs of human presence in the area, very early at the prehistoric era. According to Pausanias the first historical leader of the area was Oxylos from Aetolia. He was the first king and the person who established the Olympic Games. The museum of Ancient Elis is located in the southeast edge of the ancient city. The creation of the museum was started in 2002 and was finished in 2004. The architecture of the central building is totally harmonized with the natural landscape.
  2. Kourouta Beach
    4h
    Meet your representative at kourouta beach with your sun bed and Umbrellas ready to relax in the sandy beach.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

upon ship arrive please exit the security areas around 100 meters is an small post office and WC, INFRONT OF will be your guide/representative holding a signboard that says " JAE OLYMPIC ;

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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

Cancellation policy

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