Katakolon Shore Excursion: Olympic site, Honey/Olive Oil Tasting

4.8
(57 reviews)

4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This small group half-day tour from the port of Katakolon 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 , the olive oil. Discover the products of the olive tree, the symbol of immortality and wisdom on a free olive oil and wine tasting experience at a local market.

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 with local artisan's honey.

Finally, you may spend some time at the town of Katakolon for shopping and lunch by the seafront.

What's Included

Small group tour
Olympic site visit with a local English-speaking certified guide by the Greek Ministry of Tourism
Port pickup and drop-off
Live commentary on board
Transport by air-conditioned van
Olive oil tasting at a local market
Gratuities
Klio's Honey Farm
Archaeological Site of Olympia

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 sign "JOHN LATSIS, PORT OF KATAKOLON" Important Note: Travelers are notified directly about the exact pick-up time via message.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    All tours start from the port of Katakolon where the ships dock.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Visit the birthplace of the Olympic games, ancient Olympia like an Insider. Step back in time and feel what makes the area a unique destination to millions of people around the world. Being at the site that hosted one of the seven wonders of the Ancient world, and nowadays included in the catalogue “Monuments of World Heritage of UNESCO”. It is the actual and only area where the ceremony of the lighting of the olympic torch takes place.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    Go off-the-beaten track and visit a local farmhouse to experience the Greek hospitality and try one of the best honey and delicacies of the area.

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    A unique experience where one may learn all about the Greek olive oil and the olives in Greece. Tickle your taste buds by tasting some of the most famous products of the Greek land. A all-in-one experience by visiting a local market collaborating with producers of the area.

    40 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Wrap up your tour in the best way by spending some free time at the village of Katakolon for shopping and lunch by the sea front.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

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
Ports of Call Tours
Luxury Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Food & Drink
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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