Half-Day Private Excursion from Katakolo Port to Ancient Ilis

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Private transportation
Bottled water
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
All Fees and Taxes

A Licensed tour guide and archaeology graduate (on request we can arrange private guide for you)
Meals and beverages
The ticket for the Archaeological site and the museum (Up to 25 years old: free of charge)

Overview

Enjoy a perfect day with an excursion to Ancient Ilis! This private trip is unique because travelers get to see so many different sites in only 5 hours. You will visit archaeological sites, enjoy beautiful beaches and will be able to spend your time wherever you desire the most! Our professional drivers will be on time for your pick up and always there to help and advise, always with a smile and with the best interest to show you the beautiful ride from Katakolo to Ancient Ilis. Our drivers know the area very well and they are able to maximize your experience and leave you the best possible memories of Ancient Ilis! The program can be adjusted to your desires!

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Aldemar Olympian Village Skafidia, Greece, GR, 27100
Arethousa Hotel Katakolo, Greece, GR
Dexamenes Seaside Hotel Kourouta Beach, Beach Front, Amaliada, Greece, GR, 27200
Fournia Village Kastro, Kyllini, Greece, GR, 270 50
Genari Beach Apartments Genari Road, Leventochori, Greece, GR, 271 00
Grand Elis Hotel & Spa Resort Amaliada, Greece, GR, 27200
Grecotel Casa Marron Kato Achaia, Lakkopetra, Greece, GR, 252 00
Grecotel Luxme Palms At Riviera Olympia & Aqua Park Kastro Kyllini 2, Kyllini, Greece, GR, 27068
Grecotel Olympia Oasis & Aqua Park Grecotel Olympia Oasis Rd, , Loutra Killinis, Greece, GR, 27050
Harmony Hotel Kourouta, Greece, GR, 27200
Ilis Villas Kyllini, Greece, GR, 270 50
Joy Villas Apartments Studios Kourouta, Amaliada, Greece, GR, 272 00
Kalogria Beach Hotel ____.__. ______-_________, , Kalogria, Greece, GR
Katakolo Apartments Katakolo, Greece, GR, 27067
Mandola Rosa At Riviera Olympia, A Grecotel Resort To Live Riviera Olympia, Loutra Killinis, Greece, GR, 27050
Mare Dei Suites Hotel Ionian Resort Coastal Road, Skafidia-Leventochori, Skafidia, Greece, GR, 27100
Olympia Golden Beach Resort & Spa Kastro Kyllinis, Kyllini, Greece, GR, 27050
Orizontes View Hotel Katakolo, Greece, GR, 27067
Panorama Skafidia, Greece, GR, 27100
Pavlina Beach Hotel Niforeika Kato Achaia, , Niforeika, Greece, GR, 252 00
Ploes Villas Skafidia, Greece, GR, 27100
ROBINSON Kyllini Beach Kastro Beach, Kyllini, Greece, GR, 27050
Villa Georgina Coastal Road, Korakohori, Pyrgos, Greece, GR, 27067

Pickup details

If you have chosen a hotel for your pick up point, our driver will be waiting for you at the reception of the hotel. ... Read more ▼

Meeting points

The meeting point mentioned is our office and it’s opposite from the port (only 100mts) and it’s in front of the local bus station.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Katakolo Port

Upon arrival to the area of Katakolo, you can meet our driver either at our office in the port of Katakolo in a very convinient location or at the hotel you are staying at. Our driver will be waiting outside of the office or at the reception of your hotel with a sign of your name. Transfer to our private vehicle and enjoy the ride to Ancient Ilis and the Castle of Chlemoutsi.

10 minutes
Archaeological Museum of Ancient Elis

Ilida was the city that had the responsibility of organizing and holding the famous Olympic Games of antiquity. Once you arrive at Ancient Ilida museum, the spacious open-air square welcomes the visitor and offers him an unobstructed, excellent view on the one hand of the archaeological site, on the other hand of the entire plain of Elis up to medieval castle of Chlemoutsi. Visit the Archaeological Museum, with its interesting collection from the site's excavations: statues, inscriptions, reliefs, pottery, figurines, architectural members, which date from the early Hellenic period to the Roman era.

1 hour
Chlemoutsi Castle

Our driver will pick you up and drive you through small villages up to the Castle of Chlemoutsi. Originally called Château Clermont, travellers referred to this incredible structure as Castle Tornese and the Byzantines called it Chloumoutzi. Due to its strategic location, the imposing stronghold guarded the capital Andravida, the harbour of Glarentza and, of course, the palace of the House of the Villehardouin that was situated within its walls. Admire the breathtaking view to the plain of Elis and the Ionian Sea.

1 hour
N/A

We also suggest a stop at the Roman baths of Kyllini or to most exciting beach called Golden beach due to the sand that is like gold. The private vehicle will always be nearby to facilitate your transfer and you can choose if you want to have free time.

1 hour
Arkoudi

Our driver will drive you to Arkoudi where you can choose if you want to have a nice traditional lunch at the picturesque village of Arkoudi - Kyllinis or you can visit the Kyllini Horse Riding Club. Finally, our driver will transfer you back to Katakolo port or at the nearby hotel, always on time and always with the best interest to serve you.

1 hour

Additional Info

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

Free Cancellation

June 11100% refund

June 12No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Highly recommend

Published on Nov, 2024

Great tour. We had the option to modify the sites we’d visit and the pace. A wonderful guide/driver gave us a memorable experience. The castle is a must-see. Bring a camera!

See a lot in 5 hours

Published on Oct, 2023

We left our cruise ship and Theo Cars is directly outside the port with its sign on the building making it impossible to miss. We choose this tour as we had already visited Olympia. Our driver was Dimitris was very friendly and helpful, and the car was impressive. We visited ancient Ilis which was really interesting and was deserted when we visited. We also went to the nearby museum which had accessible pieces going back to several centuries BC. Then on to the 13th century Chlemoutsi Castle which was amazing with spectacular views. We went to a bistro overlooking the sea before heading back to the port. It was five hours really well spent, thank you Dimitris.

Excellent driver who knew...

Published on Sep, 2023

Excellent driver who knew the area and its culture and history, and who was happy to stop wherever we wanted to and for how long we wanted to stay.

To see the where the...

Published on Aug, 2023

To see the where the games began The castle and the beach and with our driver who was wonderful. Thank you Dimiitri for a lovely day

Excellent Tour

Published on Jul, 2023

Dimitris was absolutely excellent, the tour was private and we were able to tailor it to our needs. We got to do way more than what was offered with the cruise ship. He had excellent recommendations and was so kind and helpful. Definitely recommend booking with them.

Half-Day Private Excursion from Katakolo Port to Ancient Ilis | 5 hours

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Katakolo Port

Archaeological Museum of Ancient Elis

Chlemoutsi Castle

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Arkoudi

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