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.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Transport by private vehicle and professional driver
✔ Private guide
✔ Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
✔ Port pickup and drop-off
✖ Gratuities
✖ Food and drinks, unless specified
✖ Entrance fees (approx. 12 euros)
Pickup Locations
1. Mare Dei Suites Hotel Ionian Resort
2. Olympic Village Hotel & Spa
3. Hotel Hercules
4. Hotel Europa Olympia
5. Hotel Kronio
6. Athina Hotel
7. Hotel Inomaos
8. Olympia Palace Hotel
9. PHEIA, Vriniotis Resorts
10. Amalia Hotel Olympia
11. Arty Grand Hotel
12. Aldemar Olympian Village
13. Neda Hotel
14. Hotel Pelops
15. Katakolon port
16. Ostria Hotel Kakovatos
17. Ionion Star Hotel
18. Pantheon Hotel
19. Let Rina Hotel -Pyrgos
20. Olympos Hotel
Additional Info: You must contact the local service provider at least 48hrs before tour to be informed on the exact pickup time (meeting point will be provided on your confirmation voucher)
Itinerary
1
Archaeological Site of Olympia
Enter the famous archeological site of Olympia and marvel at the Temple of Zeus, which once housed the Golden and Ivory statue of Zeus (one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World) and the original Stadium and Bouleuterion, unique in history, where once competitors swore an oath to confirm to the rules
Duration: 1.3333333333333 hours
2
Archaeological Museum of Olympia
Continue your tour and walk a short distance in order to visit the world famous Archeological Museum of Olympia where you can admire, amongst many priceless exhibits, the marble statues of the Temple of Zeus and the unique statue of Hermes, carved by the ancient Greek sculptor Praxiteles.
Duration: 30 minutes
3
Olympia
Enjoy a short stop at the village of Olympia where free time will be given before returning back to the ship. In the village, you can find a large number of souvenir shops as well as coffee and snack places in case you wish to relax for a while after the guided tour.
Duration: 30 minutes
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• At time of booking, Cruise Ship passengers must provide the following details under Special Requirements: Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
• Children who do not occupy a seat are free of charge. Children who occupy a seat and are up to 11 years old, benefit from a discount
• Ancient Olympia, Archaeological Site and Archaeological Museum might be closed on Sundays and bank holidays
• Please enter your preferred pickup time in the Special Requirements box at the time of booking, and reconfirm 48 hours prior to the tour’s departure time
