Top 20 Experiences in Olympia
Olympia - Private Half Day Tour with Mini Bus
Enjoy the half 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 4-5 hour tour. Use this chance to taste local traditional cuisine and admire the beautiful monastery up the hills
Half Day Olympia Private Tour
Good for avoiding crowds We can modify the visiting places according to your needs and always on time. We offer you the opportunity to discover the unique history of Olympic games with the help of our eloquent, friendly, local guides in English . Since the sanctuary of Olympia was not built in a day ,couple of hours are sufficient to experience a lovely Olympia tour.
Olympia - Half day Tour
Enjoy the half 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 4 hour tour.
4 hour Katakolon shore excursion (Olympia - Winery - Beach)
The most common tour for people visiting the area of Katakolon by one of the plenty of cruise ships that arriving at the area. This tour contains the basic important spots one should visit upon his/her arrival at Katakolon
Olympia shore Excursion - 4 hour tour (Olympia, Olive press, Beach)
Enjoy this 4hour 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 4 hour tour.
Ancient Olympia: Audio Tour on your Phone (no ticket)
Immerse yourself in the magic of Ancient Olympia with a fascinating audio tour on your smartphone and discover the secrets of an archaeological site tied with the birth and evolution of the Olympic Games! Start your tour from the Ancient Gymnasium and enjoy an unforgettable stroll through the ruins of a Unesco World Heritage Site wrapped up in myth and legend. Having enjoyed a complete tour covering the highlights of the archaeological site, you will end your walk in front of the ruins of the Prytaneion, where joyous celebrations were once held for the winners of the games at the heart of the fertile valley of Alpheios. This tour, combining an immersive audio tour with a detailed map of the site, is your perfect companion for an unforgettable visit to one of the most potent landmarks of Greece. * Ticket/entrance fee to the archaeological site is not included. ** The tour is designed to cover the archaeological site of Olympia but doesn't include stories for the site museum.
Ancient Olympia: Archaeological Site and Museum Admission Ticket
Experience the site of the first Olympic Games, and the Unesco-listed ruins of Ancient Olympia. Go directly to the archaeological site of the ancient Olympia, one of the archaeological highlights of the Peloponnese.
Ancient Olympia Archaeological Site & Museum Skip-the-Line Ticket
Skip the Line ticket to Olympia archaeological site, museum and Olympic Games Museum. The most important spiritual, sports and artistic center of the ancient world. The Olympic Games were the greatest religious festival in honor of Olympian Zeus, the father of the gods and humans. It was held every four years at the Sanctuary of Olympia, one of the most important Sanctuaries of the ancient world in the green valley formed by the river Alpheus and its tributary Kladeus in Peloponese. The fame of the sanctuary of Olympia spread throughout the Greek world, while the Olympic Games soon became the symbol of Panhellenic unity.
Self-guided Virtual Tour of Olympia: The most beautiful place in Greece
Experience the archaeological site of Ancient Olympia from the comfort of your home with an engaging self-guided virtual tour, narrated in English, from your PC or smartphone browser. It’s so simple! You will receive an email with the tour link with instructions and, in a couple of minutes, you will travel back in time and enjoy a virtual journey from the comfort of your couch! Through the power of storytelling combined with street and satellite views, you will learn not only about historical facts but also discover unknown stories and tales of ancient and modern times that will amaze your family and friends. The tour’s content is the result of in-depth research, squeezed into brief intriguing stories that will make your virtual visit both engaging and informative. The tour is only available online and you can access it repeatedly and anytime. This is an unmissable opportunity to gain valuable insights into the birthplace of the Olympic Games!
Olympia Shore Excursion: Ancient Olympia Plus Honey Farm & Olive Oil Tasting
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 and where the Olympic flame is lit for each Olympiad. This blessed land is home to one of the finest agricultural produce 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 bee keeper and taste local delicacies accompanied with local artisan's honey. Finally, spend some time at the village of Katakolon for shopping and lunch by the sea front.
Olive Oil Tour & Tasting close to Ancient Olympia
Join us for a unique experience in olive oil making and taste the true Green Gold of Greece. Learn all the secrets of the production and how to evaluate extra virgin olive oil.
Katakolon 7hour tour : Olympia-Honey Farm-Winery-Beach
This tour is ideal for travellers who come to Katakolon Port and have got ample time to learn about the Greek history, taste local products and relax at the beach. Visiting the birthplace of the Olympic Games is a once in a lifetime experience. At the Honey Farm not only will you experience the Greek rural life but also the Greek hospitality . Having the chance to taste local products like honey, wine and olive oil will make your excursion memorable. Wrap up your tour with a swim in the clear blue water of the Ionian sea .
Olympia and Kourouta Beach Escape
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, the birthplace of the Olympic Games and a UNESCO monument, you will be able to explore the archeological site of ancient Olympia at your own leisure and feel like ancient athletes. Become a part of ancient Greek history as you make your own wreaths and crown yourself winner! Wrap up your tour with a dip in the Ionian Sea at Kourouta beach.
Private Olympia tour (4.5 hours)
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.
Private Katakolon Excursion to Ancient Olympia, Winery and Beach
Good for avoiding crowds We can modify the visiting places according to your needs and always on time. Privacy. Explore the Area by a local.
Ancient Olympia Shore Excursion with traditional lunch
Once you are in the port of Katakolon , visiting Olympia is a must. This tour is ideal for travellers who have limited time. You will be picked up on the scheduled time and you will be taken to your destination in a luxurious, air-conditioned vehicle with safety. On the way, there will be live commentary explaining everything about the area and the sites you will visit. In Olympia you will see the Site where the first Olympic Games started and the Museum which houses rare artifacts such as Hermes of Praxitelis. Another highlight is the local traditional lunch. A place worth visiting as you will feel the warmth of the Greek hospitality, buffet lunch and you will experience things as a local.
Olympia - Full day Tour with mini bus
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
Katakolon and Olympia Shore Excursion
Take in the main sites of Katakolon and Olympia, which was the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Visit a local olive oil factory or a honey bee farm and the area's nicest beach.
Olympia - Full day Tour
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
Private Tour:Visit of Agricultural Farm and free time in Olympia
Live a unique experience in Olympia! Join this private tour from Katakolon port to combine a visit to an Agricultural Farm Magna Grecia where 4th generation of Karabela’s family focuses, with great success, on the development of alternative ways in the production of high quality organic products such olive oil, olives, wine and much more. You will attend a presentation about an olive harvesting while you can taste homemade virgin olive oil, wine and snacks made with organic products of the farm itself! Afterwards, you will visit Olympia, where you can enjoy free time for shopping or have coffee while enjoying an impressive view of the great Olympian lands!