Ancient Olympia (Full Day)

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(3 reviews)

10 to 14 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

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!

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

Meeting and pickup

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

Itinerary

Duration: 10 to 14 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    See the Corinth Canal

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Ancient site

    3 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    Visit the village of Epitalio or another village.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
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Cancellation Policy

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

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