Olympia Trip Overview
This fun filled full-day tour is ideal for families with children, couples or a group of friends. Starting at Katakolon port, a 35-minute scenic drive through the Greek countryside will take you to Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games and a monument of the world heritage of UNESCO. 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.
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Duration: 6 hours
Starts: Olympia, Greece
Trip Category: Shore Excursions >> Ports of Call Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Olympia, West Greece, Greece
This fun filled full-day tour is ideal for families with children, couples or a group of friends. Starting at Katakolon port, a 35-minute scenic drive through the Greek countryside will take you to Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games and a monument of the world heritage of UNESCO. 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.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: The Travel Insiders, Katakolo 270 65 Greece
Meet our team at the designated meeting point within the port of Katakolo.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Katakolo Port, Katakolo 270 67 Greece
A small fishing village where ships dock. A short walk through the town is recomended
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Archaeological Site of Olympia, Archea Olympia, Olympia 27065 Greece
Listed to the monuments of the World Heritage of UNESCO, this archeological park will definately reward you.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Archaeological Museum of Olympia, Archaia Olympia, Olympia 27 065 Greece
An optional visit to the nearby museum where one may enjoy the original artifacts of the Olympic site
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Kourouta Beach, Amaliada Greece
The highlight of this private tour is the time spent in an endless sandy beach. Swimming is recommended as sunbeds and umbrellas are available in the area at minimum cost.
Changing cabinets and showers are also available
Duration: 2 hours
