Private Shore Excursion at Ancient Olympia from Katakolo port


 Private Shore Excursion at Ancient Olympia from Katakolo port
Rated 5.00 Stars, based on 3 Reviews.
Destination: Olympia.
With this tour you have a unique opportunity to visit the western Peloponnese, in the "Valley of Gods", lies the most celebrated sanctuary of ancient Greece, and the birthplace of the most important athletic mega-event of all times; the Olympic Games. Olympia is one of the most well-known tourist destinations in Greece, under UNESCO's heritage and one of the most powerful brand names worldwide. You will walk through the impressive ruins of the area where athletes trained and run in the ancient stadium; just as the ancient Olympians did after their victory 3000 years ago. Also you will visit the museum and get the chance to see some unbelievable sculptures such as the sculpted decoration of the temple of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the famous Hermis of Praxiteles and the statue of Nike of Paionios.
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Duration: Around 4 hours.


Private Olympia tour (4.5 hours)


Private Olympia tour (4.5 hours)
Rated 4.91 Stars, based on 54 Reviews.
Destination: Olympia.
Departing from the port with your private vehicle and driver you will travel through the rich countryside to Olympia, where you will embark a guided tour of the archaeological site and museum. In the archeological site, among several other remains of important buildings, you will see the gymnasium and the palaestra, the round Philipeion, the workshop of Phidias where the gold and ivory statue of Zeus was built, the temples of Zeus and Hera, the altar where the Olympic torch is being lit in the modern days and the ancient Olympic stadium. In the archeological museum are housed finds things were excavated from the archeological site. Bronze and clay offerings, armor, vases, the tools and cup of Phidias, the gorgeous Hermes by Praxiteles, the Nike by Paeonios and the very impressive classical statues from the pediments of the temple of Zeus etc. After all that you can have a short break in the modern town of Olympia for coffee or shopping and then you will be returned back to the port.
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Duration: Around 4 hours and a half.

Olympia - Full day Tour


Olympia - Full day Tour
Rated 4.85 Stars, based on 27 Reviews.
Destination: Olympia.
Enjoy the full day Olympia tour having the chance to see the magnificent cultural miracle of Olympia which is the birthplace of the Olympic games! Enjoy the greatness of Olympia site in combination with a local farm and the nicest beach of the area in a 6-7 hour tour. Use this chance to taste local traditional cuisine and admire the beautiful monastery up the hills
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Katakolon Shore Ex: Olympic site & Kourouta Beach Escape


Katakolon Shore Ex: Olympic site & Kourouta Beach Escape
Rated 4.61 Stars, based on 44 Reviews.
Destination: Olympia.
This fun filled half-day tour is ideal for families with children, couples or a group of friends. Starting at Katakolon port, board your mini bus and enjoy a 35-minute scenic drive through the Greek countryside as you listen the live comentary of the vast history of the area. Upon arrival to Olympia, enjoy a guided tour with a local expert and feel like ancient athletes. Become a part of ancient Greek history and crown yourself winner! Wrap up your tour with a dip in the Ionian Sea at Kourouta beach, and unwind at the enormous sandy coast.
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Katakolon Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Ancient Olympia and Archeological Site


Katakolon Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Ancient Olympia and Archeological Site
Rated 4.56 Stars, based on 9 Reviews.
Destination: Olympia.
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.
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Duration: Around 4 hours.


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


Katakolon Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Ancient Olympia, Archeological Site and Archeological Museum
Rated 4.50 Stars, based on 6 Reviews.
Destination: Olympia.
When you arrive in the Katakolon port, discover part of ancient Greece on a private shore excursion to Olympia. Learn about the origins of the Olympic Games as you visit the site of the former Olympic complex with your private guide. Walk around the remains of the first-ever Olympic stadium, the gymnasium, the Temple of Zeus and other ancient landmarks at the World Heritage-listed Archaeological Site of Olympia and the Archaeological Museum of Olympia. Then see how today’s locals live in modern Olympia as you enjoy free time to explore the city.
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Duration: Around 4 hours and a half.