Ancient Olympia & Magna Grecia Farm Experience with Tastings

4.9
(7 reviews)
Katakolo, Greece

5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Live a Truly Unique Experience in Olympia!

Join this private tour from Katakolon port and enjoy the perfect combination of a visit to the renowned Magna Grecia Agricultural Farm and a trip to the historic site of Olympia.
At Magna Grecia, the fourth generation of the Karabela family proudly continues their legacy, focusing on sustainable and innovative methods to produce premium organic products such as olive oil, olives, and wine.
Take part in an olive harvesting presentation and savor authentic homemade virgin olive oil, local wine, and delicious snacks — all crafted from the farm’s own organic ingredients.
Afterwards, continue to Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Enjoy free time to explore, shop for souvenirs, or simply relax with a coffee or refreshment while taking in the breathtaking views of the Olympian landscape.

What's Included

Transfer by deluxe A/C vehicle from Katakolon port to Olympia and return
Greek products tasting i.e. wine, extra virgin olive oil, bread morsels, olives, tzatziki, feta etc
Service of professional licensed escort
Bottled water
Guided tour of Agricultural Farm
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees
Gratuities (optional)
Entrance fees into the Archaeological Site & Museum of Ancient Olympia: Full: €20, Reduced: €10

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

After your arrival in Port of Katakolon, you will be met by your guide or escort and together with your driver you will start the tour.

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Meeting point
John Latsis Katakolo Port
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Upon your arrival at the cruise port of Katakolon, you will be met by your private escort and vehicle (carrying a sign with your name on) right at exit of the cruise port. You will depart for the tour within 30 minutes approx. after the disembarkation. Enjoy a scenic drive along the coast and through the traditional villages.

Relax and enjoy a private ride from Katakolon port to the agricultural farm of Magna Grecia while your escort will share with you interesting information about the region.  You will arrive in the farm after 40 minutes’ drive (28 miles approximately). There you will sit under  the olive trees and attend a presentation of olive harvesting, see the olive harvesting equipment and learn about olive oil homemade soaps, olive oil and beeswax skin creams. You will also taste delicious snacks made exclusively inside the farm (wine, olive oil, olives, feta cheese, tomatoes and eggplants, homemade sausage, beans with herbs, tzatziki and baklava for dessert). The visit of the farm lasts 1 ½ hour.

Afterwards, you will have a visit in Olympia town ( about 15 minutes driving / 7 miles) and see the lands where the first Olympic Games took place. You will have 1 hour to either take a stroll inside the archaeological site on your own (admission 12,00 euros per person) or have coffee in one of the unique cafes with a view to the plains of Olympia .  Afterwards, you will return to the port of Katakolon. ( 45 minutes driving/ 24 miles). The driver will drop you off at the cruise port.

Note: the program of the excursion can be modified as far as timings and series of destination-visiting are concerned.

Additional info

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
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Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Car Tours
Luxury Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Food & Drink
Port Pickup

Cancellation Policy

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

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