Ancient Olympia Private Full Day from Athens with Great Lunch & Drinks Included
Ancient Olympia Private Full Day from Athens with Great Lunch & Drinks Included
Why this tour?To experience the birthplace of the most important athletic event of all times, the Olympic Games but also authentic Greece, from a local point of view. A full-day trip to the most celebrated sanctuary of ancient Greece; Ancient Olympia the “Valley of Gods”.For exploring the Peloponnese which retains a great deal of authenticity and combines diverse natural landscapes, major cultural landmarks, and is ideal for road trips like this tour.You, as a visitor of Olympia, will have a chance to run down the original Olympic track and visit the museum. The Olympic Games were held at this location every four years throughout Classical antiquity, from the 8th century BC to the 4th century AD.Our special moments in this tour include authentic lunch & drinks for which this peninsula is famous with its locally-grown delicacies.
An important part of all our tours.To enjoy a great site at a beautiful location with our personalized service from a very likable tour leader.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Archaeological Site of Olympia
Olympia hosted the original Olympic Games, founded in the 8th century B.C. Its extensive ruins include athletic training areas, a stadium, and temples dedicated to the gods Hera and Zeus.
1 hour 20 minutesArchaeological Museum of Olympia
You will also visit the world-famous Olympia museum and get the chance to see some unbelievable sculptures such as the sculpted decoration of the marble temple of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the famous Hermes carved by the ancient Greek sculptor Praxiteles.
45 minutesPeloponnese
LUNCH & DRINKS like Greeks: Ideally, we will enjoy lunch and drinks (ALL INCLUDED) next to a beach with a sea view and surrounded by local Greeks. This will be a 100% Greek lunch away from anything you would call "touristy"!
1 hourCorinth Canal
Optional (and time permitting): The Corinth Canal connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. It cuts through the narrow Isthmus of Corinth and separates the Peloponnese from the Greek mainland, arguably making the peninsula an island.
15 minutesSyntagma Square
Drop off will be right at your hotel in Athens.
2 hoursIncluded
- Private driver and brand new vehicles only (2020-22)
- Non-smoking driver/guide and vehicle
- Traditional Greek lunch at a special non touristy location - your drive's/guide's treat and always an important part of the tour
- In-car INFORMATION BOOKLET for all tour activities and sites.
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of one carry-on bag
- Bottled Water
Not Included
- Pickup and drop-off in areas outside of Athens area (subject to additional costs)
- Entrance fees to the site
- PROFESSIONAL/LICENSED GUIDE (optional)
- Shopping/touristy stops unless specifically required by the passenger/s
- Gratuites (optional)
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- We expect you to be healthy before traveling! We are in favor of "adjustive social distancing" and optionally wearing masks in crowded and enclosed spaces. Our guides are like family to us and care about your & our safety! Our tours have always been only PRIVATE and with spotless vehicles.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.