10 Walking Tours in Elis Region That You Shouldn't Miss

Tour the ruins of Olympia with an archeologist & get the inside scoop on ancient life. Also, you'll visit the place where the Olympic Flame is ignited every four years for the modern Olympic Games and you will walk in the world’s first stadium and let this place come to life with real stories

Inclusions: Guided tour of the archaeological site and the museum, Local licensed guide and archaeologist

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Gratuities

This tour is designed to serve the several individual travelers who will be visiting Olympia between July 1st and September 30th. This tour is available either in English or in French. It won't be a bilingual tour but we will be using different guides each time for each language from the hand picked team of qualified guides that we work with. Our goal is to offer you a complete historical experience off-the-beaten track. The tour is designed for those of you that want to have an insight of the history and masterpieces of Olympia that only a licensed tour guide can present to you the best way, on a value for money tour.

Inclusions: Audio whisper guide system

Exclusions: Entrance fees for the archaeological site, Gratuities, Private transportation

Once in Olympia, the highlights to visit are the Archeological Museum also called the New Museum and the Archeological site. In the archeological site, among several other remains of important buildings, you will see the gymnasium and the palaestra, the round Philipeion, the workshop of Phidias where the gold and ivory statue of Zeus was built, the temples of Zeus and Hera, the altar where the Olympic torch is being lit in the modern days and the ancient Olympic stadium. In the archeological museum are housed all finds that were excavated from the archeological site. Bronze and clay offerings (tripods and figurines), armor, vases, the tools and cup from Phidias's workshop, the gorgeous Hermes by Praxiteles, the Nike by Paeonios and the very impressive and very well preserved classical statues from the pediments of the temple of Zeus etc.

Inclusions: Licensed tour guide services, Audio tour guide system

Exclusions: Private transportation, Entrance fees for the archaeological site and museum, Gratuities

At the foothills of mount Lykaion lay the springs of a beautiful "female" river called Neda. According to Greek mythology Neda was a nymph, a goddess of water and she was one of those who nourished Zeus. The gorge of river Neda is a natural wonder of the Messinian countryside. The constantly varying landscape, the lush, the turquoise waters and the majestic cliffs, make the crossing of this gorge an unforgettable experience.

Inclusions: Guide, Tour planning – Sightseeing, Picnic with local products, Helmet, Transportation to and from the start and finish points (if necessary), Photographs from the tour, All taxes, Snacks

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions

Explore ancient Olympia comfortably on this 12-hour small group tour from Zakynthos. Accompanied by an archaeological guide and traveling by climate-controlled minivan or coach, discover the birthplace of the Olympic Games and run down the original Olympic track. Visit the museum and look around the village. Pause for lunch (cost not included) and take the time for souvenir shopping.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Transport by air-conditioned coach or minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Entrance Fees

During this 3 hour, the self-guided tour you will have the once-in-a-lifetime chance to explore the well-preserved site where the Olympic games were born. The ancient Olympic Games were the most important sports event in the Greek world. According to the mythology, it was Hercules who established the games in order to celebrate the success of his 12 labors. During the tour, your tour operator will bring you walking to the hill outside the archeological site of Olympia to take some photos to the ancient track and field, View where the complete ancient temples and famous statues would have been standing as well as watch the ancient athletes preparing for the different sporting events. you will have the opportunity on your own to explore Olympia.

Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Drinks, Food and drinks, Food and drinks, other than the "value added offers" specified in your guidebook, Lunch, Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

During this 4-hour, self-guided tour you will have the once-in-a-lifetime chance to explore the well-preserved site where the Olympic games were born. The town of Elis was an important urban centre in the ancient Greece. It was the capital of the Elean kingdom in the western Greece. This town was responsible for the organization of the Olympic Games in ancient Olympia. Elis was built in a beneficial position, on the left shore of Peneios river. The archaeological research indicates the first signs of human presence in the area, very early at the prehistoric era. 

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Port pickup and drop-off, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water

Exclusions: drinks & food are not included but can be purchased, Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Lunch

we offer a tour where you can bath, learn Greek dance, a regional dance show and a small one snack ( greeks-nack) like a welcome or natural juice and ancient Olympic games. the snack is a type of buffet with greek products from the region of kourouta. good organization and placing all guest Visit Ancient Elis the Olympic city.

Inclusions: throwing disc (olympic games), traditional greek snacks from the region, botle water from the region, throwing ball. (Olympic Games), long jump.( Olympic Games )

Exclusions: you can purchase food, you can purchase, extra alcohol drink or soft drinks, You can purchase., sun bed & umbrellas optional and the end of the tours.

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. Go off-the-beaten-path into a farm filled with fruit trees and vegetables and find Greek hospitality. This blessed land is home to one of the finest agricultural produce in the country. Discover the products of the olive tree, the symbol of immortality and wisdom on a free olive oil and wine tasting experience.

Inclusions: Small group tour, Port pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Live commentary on board, Bottled water, Snacks

Exclusions: Certified Guide by the Greek Ministry of Tourism within the Olympic site, Entrance fees, Gratuities

You will admire through the Greek countryside nature and morphology of the canyon.Tha swim in wonderful lakes and go through what the narrowest point of the gorge.

Inclusions: Licensed Guide

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