Ancient Olympia (Full Day)

5.0 (3 reviews) Athens, Greece
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Duration10h - 14h
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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

This tour takes us across the Isthmus of Corinth and the Peloponnese to the valley of the river Alfios to see the ruins of the ancient Olympia, the historic site of the Olympic Games. This was the greatest of the Panhellenic Games and every four years Greeks from all the different city-states would put aside their disputes and come together to compete.
The importance of Olympia can still be seen from its ruins, including the Temple of Zeus, which once contained a 13 meter statue of the god made of gold and ivory, the Temple of Hera, the stadium and the Shrine of Pelops. Even today, the Olympic Flame is lit in Olympia and then taken on a relay across the world to end up in the city hosting the Olympic Games.

As we cross the Isthmus of Corinth, we stop by the Corinth Canal. Cut 6.4 kilometers through solid rock, it connects the Saronic Gulf and the Corinthian Gulf. It was finished in 1893, even though the idea existed at least as far back as 602 BC!

Options

Ancient Olympia Tour

Minivan: Ancient Olympia 1-8 Passengers from Athens with Minivan.
Departure time is between 6:30am-7:30am, please inform.
Pickup included

Ancient Olympia tour

Taxi or Sedan: Ancient Olympia from Athens 1-4 Passengers with Taxi or Sedan.
Departure time is between 6:30am-7:30am, please inform
Pickup included

What's included

  • Everything that involves the vehicle
  • Transportation from and to the cruise terminal of Piraeus port and ATHENS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
  • Transportation from and to your central hotel in Athens or Piraeus
  • Professional English-speaking driver. Gives information & tips but does not come in the sites
  • Private tour (your party only), Air condition, Wi-Fi in vehicle, fuel surcharge and tolls
  • Food and drinks
  • Professional guide at Olympia (available to hire at the site for additional cost)
  • Admission fees

What to expect

  1. Corinth Canal
    20m
    See the Corinth Canal
  2. Archaeological Site of Olympia
    3h · Admission ticket not included
    Ancient site
  3. 1h
    Visit the village of Epitalio or another village.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Please contact us, to confirm final details.
We pick you up from all Hotels from Athens and Piraeus.
The port and cruise terminal or address you have given us.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
  • You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain; otherwise the driver will do their best for you to see most of the sites
  • Departure time is between 6:30am-7:30am, based on your preference!
  • Duration: 11 to 14 hours
  • Our drivers are professional, friendly and knowledgeable. Their priority is your satisfaction and safety. All our drivers speak English and are ready to help and to provide tips!
  • Our cars are well-maintained, clean, and have free Wi-Fi. Baby chairs, wheelchairs and most phone chargers are available on request, at no additional charge
  • Professional guide at the site (if wanted, with an extra charge, you can hire in the site)
  • All prices are for 1 tour, for 1 to 4 passengers, with a taxi or sedan, and up to 7 (on request 8 passengers) passengers with a minivan
  • We reserve the right to cancel a booking for a full refund in the case of bad weather, health issues or site closures

Cancellation policy

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

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