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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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- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 8 travelers
- · Adult required for booking
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Itinerary
Select a stop or tap a pin on the map to see details. 3 of 5 stops have map coordinates.
Road route is approximate — path follows driving directions between stops.
- 1
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.
80 minAdmission not included - 2
Archaeological 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 minAdmission not included - 3
Peloponnese
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"!
60 min - 4
Corinth 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 min - 5
Herakleidon Museum
Drop off will be right at your hotel in Athens.
120 min
What's included
- Bottled Water
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of one carry-on bag
- In-car INFORMATION BOOKLET for all tour activities and sites.
- Traditional Greek lunch at a special non touristy location - your drive's/guide's treat and always an important part of the tour
- Private driver and brand new vehicles only (2020-22)
- Non-smoking driver/guide and vehicle
What's not included
- Pickup and drop-off in areas outside of Athens area (subject to additional costs)
- Entrance fees to the site
- PROFESSIONAL/LICENSED GUIDE to guide you inside the archeological sites(optional)
- Shopping/touristy stops unless specifically required by the passenger/s
- Gratuites (optional)
Good to know
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tour options
Ancient Olympia Private Full Day from Athens with Great Lunch & Drinks Included
Pickup included
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