Katakolon Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Ancient Olympia and Archeological Site

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2 Adults x $721.68

$1,443.36

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$1,443.36

Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Transport by private vehicle and professional driver
Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Port pickup and drop-off
Private professional guide

Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Entrance fees (approx. 12 euros)

Overview

When your cruise docks in the Katakolon port, take a private shore excursion to Olympia, where you’ll discover its famous archeological site on a walking tour. Ancient Olympia is the sanctuary of ancient Greece, where the classical Olympic Games were held. See the remains of the original Olympic stadium, the Bouleuterion and the Temple of Zeus. Enjoy free time in modern Olympia to shop or visit the Museum of the Olympic Games. As you explore with your private tour guide, you are sure to make the most of your time in port and have a memorable, personal experience.

Pickup points

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Aldemar Olympian Village Skafidia, Greece, GR, 27100
Amalia Hotel Olympia Pyrgou-Olympias Ave, Olympia, Greece, GR, 27065
Arty Grand Hotel Drouvo, Greece, GR
Athina Hotel Xenofontos Street, Olympia, Greece, GR, 27055
Hotel Antonios Olympia, Greece, GR, 27065
Hotel Europa Olympia Drouva 1, Olympia, Greece, GR, 27065
Hotel Hercules Tsoureka & Spiliopoulou, , Olympia, Greece, GR, 270 65
Hotel Ilis Praxitelous And Kondilists, , Olympia, Greece, GR, 27065
Hotel Inomaos Varela 2, , Olympia, Greece, GR
Hotel Kronio Tsoureka str.1, , Olympia, Greece, GR, 27065
Hotel Pelops Varela 2, , Olympia, Greece, GR, 27065
Ionion Star Hotel Kato Taxiarches, Tholo, Greece, GR, 270 54
Katakolon port
Let Rina Hotel -Pyrgos 74 Patras Pyrgos, , Olympia, Greece, GR, 27100
Letrina Hotel 74 Patron Street, , Pyrgos, Greece, GR, 271 00
Mare Dei Suites Hotel Ionian Resort Coastal Road, Skafidia-Leventochori, Skafidia, Greece, GR, 27100
Neda Hotel Karamanli 1, , Olympia, Greece, GR, 27065
Olympia Palace Hotel 2 Praxitelous Condili Str., , Olympia, Greece, GR, 27065
Olympic Village Hotel & Spa Olympia, Greece, GR, 27065
Olympion Asty Hotel Drouva Hill, Olympia, Greece, GR, 27065
Olympos Hotel 2 Patron & Karkavitsa, , Pyrgos, Greece, GR, 271 00
Ostria Hotel Kakovatos Kakovatos Beach, Zacharo, Greece, GR, 270 54
Pantheon Hotel 15 Papaflessa, , Pyrgos, Greece, GR, 271 00
Pheia, Vriniotis Resorts Agios Andreas, , Katakolo, Greece, GR, 270 67

Pickup details

You must contact the local service provider at least 48hrs before tour to be informed on the exact pickup time (meeting point will be provided on your confirmation voucher) ... Read more ▼

Itinerary

Archaeological Site of Olympia

Olympia is an ancient site on Greece's Peloponnese peninsula that hosted the original Olympic Games, founded in the 8th century B.C. Its extensive ruins include athletic training areas, a stadium and temples dedicated to the gods Hera and Zeus. The Archaeological Museum of Olympia exhibits finds from the site, including a statue of Hermes attributed to the sculptor Praxiteles.

1 hour 20 minutes
Olympia

Enjoy a short stop at the town of Olympia where free time for shopping will be given before returning back to the port

30 minutes

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
At time of booking, Cruise Ship passengers must provide the following details under Special Requirements: Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Children who do not occupy a seat are free of charge. Children who occupy a seat and are up to 11 years old, benefit from a discount
Ancient Olympia, the Archeological Site and the Museum of the Olympic Games might be closed on Sundays and bank holidays
Please enter your preferred pickup time in the Special Requirements box at the time of booking, and reconfirm 48 hours prior to the tour’s departure time

Non Refundable

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 6 reviews with 5 stars

Seeing all the ruins, the...

Published on Jun, 2024

Seeing all the ruins, the starting line of the original Olympics, and the lighting of the torch. It was a memorable experience.

Private tour with Zoey

Published on Dec, 2019

We had a fantastic time and learned so much! Zoey answered all our questions and even got a private olive oil tasting arranged for us. Fantastic!

We had a party of 4 and although the...

Published on Sep, 2018

We had a party of 4 and although the van could have taken more we were the only ones. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and very interesting. Lots of spots in the shade to stop and hear about Olympia.

A most wonderful journey back in...

Published on Sep, 2017

A most wonderful journey back in time with our very professional and informative guide Saskia.
To be standing where the first olympic games began was awesome.
I highly recommend this tour.
Cheryl H

The van was modern and comfortable...

Published on Aug, 2017

The van was modern and comfortable. The driver and guide were both exceptional. The guide, in particular, had a great depth of knowledge of the area and history.

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