Why choose this Katakolo tour ?
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.
Make the most of your Katakolo adventure
What makes Katakolon Shore Excursion: Olympic site, Honey/Olive Oil Tasting a unique experience ?
All tours start from the port of Katakolon where the ships dock.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- 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
- A COPY of current valid passport is required on the day of travel for seniors and under 18yo
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Katakolon Shore Excursion: Olympic site, Honey/Olive Oil Tasting
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Katakolon Shore Excursion: Olympic site, Honey/Olive Oil Tasting Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Honey farm visit
- 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
Not Included
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees at the Olympic site (12 euros pp)
- Entrance fees at the honey farm (10 euros pp)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by The Travel Insiders.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Athens.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 57 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• If you have not already specified, you MUST provide supplier as soon as possible with your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
