Olympia Tour & Archeological Museum - All Included

1. Archaeological Site of Olympia
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Olympia was the birthplace of the most famous and important sporting event in the ancient world. The Olympic Games took place here every four years from 776 BC to 393 AD. The site was also a place of worship dedicated to the Greek god Zeus from about the 10th century BC. Here you will find incredible sculptures such as the decoration of the temple of Zeus, as well as the famous Hermes of Praxiteles and the statue of Nike of Paionios.
2. Archaeological Museum of Olympia
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Olympia's Archaeological Museum is one of the most important museums of Greece. The exhibition contains great masterpieces from the long history of the Olympic Games' birthplace, and thousands of years of art. The exhibits are displayed in chronological and thematic order from Prehistoric down to Roman times.Here you'll find the sculptures of the temple of Zeus, the sculpture of "Nike of Paionios" and one of the most famous statues in the history of art, the "Hermes" of Praxiteles, which is perhaps the only original, surviving statue of the renowned sculptor. Guests are treated with the exhibition's numerous bronze objects: figurines of humans and animals, cauldrons, tripods, griffins, sphinxes, and many different kinds of weapons, vessels, and exquisite examples of the toreutic art. Finally, the large collection of terracotta statues—like the complex of Zeus and Ganymede—is a highlight during any visit.
3. Olympia
   30m
   Walk to Olympia village nearby the archaeological site and the stadium and wander around the little traditional shops, traditional taverns and coffee shops.

Pickup details

Upon disembarking your cruise ship in Katakolon, please walk along the red path, with the Sea on your right hand side. Before the end of the path make a right hand turn and continue following the Katakolon seaside pedestrian road (The sea should be on your right hand side). Our representatives will be waiting for you near Karousos Tavern. Please look for the Avalon Travel sign to easily locate your guide.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Please note that the total driving time between our planned stops and visits is approximately 1 hour & 30min.
• Please also carry a valid form of identification, such as a driver’s license or government-issued ID, for entry to the Olympia site
• The archaeological site includes uneven ground, gravel paths, and steps. Moderate walking is required throughout the visit
• Whisper audio headsets are available as an optional upgrade at an additional cost. To guarantee availability, they must be selected during booking. Availability cannot be guaranteed on the day of the tour.