Ancient Olympia Private Tour From Athens

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Duration9h - 10h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The Olympic Games were held every four years throughout Classical antiquity, from the 8th century BC to the 4th century AD.

The archaeological site held over 70 significant buildings, and ruins of many of these survive, The site is a major tourist attraction, and has two museums, one devoted to the ancient and modern games.

It used to be thought that the site had been occupied since about 1500 BC, with a religious cult of Zeus developing around 1000 BC. It may be that instead there was only a sanctuary from the 9th or 8th centuries,

After Visiting The Site You can have a break with a Lunch, snack or a drink with the fantastic view

Driving Times:
From Athens To Corinth Canal : 50 Minutes
From Corinth Canal To Acient Olympia: 2 Hours and 10 minutes
From Ancient Olympia to Athens: 3 Hours

The tour is Private and flexible on your needs.
(Only your group will participate)

Enjoy :)

Options

Minibus Up to 11 Passengers

Mercedes Benz Vehicle
Pickup included

MiniVan up to 7 Passengers

Mercedes Benz
Pickup included

Sedan car up to 3 Passengers

Sedan Car : From 1 up to 3 Passengers
Pickup included

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Bottled water
  • Mobile Chargers
  • Snacks
  • Professional Drivers with all the Greek history knowledge
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch Fee
  • Archaeological Site of Olympia

What to expect

  1. Corinth Canal
    30m
    This is an old canal that conects 2 seas..

    a small break on this spot for coffee
  2. Archaeological Site of Olympia
    5h · Admission ticket not included
    Despite the name, it is nowhere near Mount Olympus in northern Greece, where the Twelve Olympians, the major deities of Ancient Greek religion, were believed to live.

    The Olympic Games were held every four years throughout Classical antiquity, from the 8th century BC to the 4th century AD.[2]

    The archaeological site held over 70 significant buildings, and ruins of many of these survive, although the main Temple of Zeus survives only as stones on the ground. The site is a major tourist attraction, and has two museums, one devoted to the ancient and modern games.
  3. Market of Ancient Olympia
    1h
    The beautifull small vilage of Ancient Olympia.
    Take your time to explore the pedestrian streets with the small markets.

    On this place you will be able to have also your lunch.
    Greek Small family restaurants with amazing Traditional Greek food.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up all the passenger from any spot they will advise in Athens

Airport Pick up on request with an extra charge 50 euros

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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