Katakolon Small Group Tour: Olympic site, Honey/Olive Oil Tasting

4.8
(60 reviews)
Katakolo, Greece

5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This exclusive small group tour with Max. 17 participants, will take you to ancient Olympia, the playground of the Gods and heroes of Greek mythology where the Olympic flame is lit for each Olympiad.
This blessed land is home to one of the finest agricultural produces in the country, olive oil. Discover the products of the olive tree, the symbol of immortality and wisdom on a complimentary olive oil tasting experience at a local market. Experience the local produce firsthand by sampling local balsamic vinegar, olives, local sweet snacks, olive oil infusions.

Then, go off-the-beaten-path into a farm filled with fruit trees and vegetables and find Greek hospitality. Learn all about the circle of life of the bees by a local beekeeper and taste local delicacies accompanied by local artisan's honey.

Wrap up your tour by spending some time in the town of Katakolon for shopping and lunch by the seafront.

What's Included

Olive oil market visit (indoors flea market)
Small Group with port pick-up/drop-off
Live commentary on board
Klio's Honey Farm (Local cottage)
Archaeological Site of Olympia
Official tourist guide with the ancient ruins - Option available
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

At the central gate of the port of Katakolon, within the port area - By the signboard "JOHN LATSIS, PORT OF KATAKOLON"

Important Note:
Travelers are notified directly about the exact pick-up time via message.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Archaeological Site of Olympia

    This small group half-day tour from the port of Katakolon will take you to Ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the ancient Olympics. Discover the land where the Olympic torch is lit and the original Olympic stadium at the archeological site. This beautiful open-air archaeological park is sure to reward you!

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Klio's Honey Farm

    After your visit at the Olympic site, board your van for a culinary epxerience. Visit a local cottage and meet a beekeeper. Enjoy the stories of the local artisan with a glass of coffee or juice and try her homemade sweets, honey and products under the shade of the chestnut trees.

    50 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Padelina Shopping Center

    Wrap up your tour with a visit to a local indoors flea market where one of its sections is entirely dedicated to local products. Sample among a great variety of olives, olive oil, balsamic vinegar and other local delicacies. Try different blends of olive oil, the essence of the Mediterranean Diet, cultivated in the region for over a millennium.

    40 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • 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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Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Luxury Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Worry-Free Shore Excursion
Additional fees
Top Product
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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