Things to do in Olympia, West Greece: The Best City Tours

Itinerary of the full day tour to Ancient Olympia and Corinth Canal Athens – Corinth Canal– Tripolis – Pirgos – Olympia – Athens Highlights of the full day tour to Ancient Olympia and Corinth Canal • The birthplace of the Olympic Games in Olympia • The famous Corinth Canal • A trip in the beautiful Greek countryside • Experienced and skilled English speaking driver • A 10 hours magnificent tour through modern and ancient. Important note: - A professional English speaking driver with good knowledge in history and culture of Greece, to guide you till you enter archaeological sites and museums according to the program. Tour drivers are not licensed to companion you inside the archaeological sites and museums. If you'd like to have one, we can arrange it for you with an additional cost. Licenced by the state tour guides are freelance and it is subject of availability on bookings day! - Travelers can customize the tour within the itenerary!

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, A professional English speaking driver with good knowledge in history and culture of Greece, to guide you till you enter archaeological sites and museums. Tour drivers are not licensed to companion you inside the archaeological sites and museums. If you'd like to have a licensed by the state tour guide to escort you inside the sites and museums, we can arrange it for you with an additional cost. Licenced by the state tour guides are freelance and it is subject of availability on bookings day!, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle appropriate for the size of your group, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off in Athens, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Entrance fees to the archaeological sites and museum, Gratuities, Your private chauffeur/guide will discuss a program best suited to your interest and mobile abilities following the program mentioned above., Option for a professional tour guide with a state license at an extra cost to escort you inside the archaeological sites and museum according to the program., Food and drinks, Athens International Airport transfers can be arranged on request

In western Peloponnese, in the “Valley of Gods“, lies the most celebrated sanctuary of ancient Greece, and the birthplace of the Olympic Games. You have the option to visit the archaeological site. The site of Olympia,has been inhabited since prehistoric times. In the 10th century B.C., Olympia became a center for the worshiping of Zeus.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation, WiFi on board

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A private fully personalized day trip to the birthplace of modern Olympics and to one of the most beautiful areas in Greece, Ancient Olympia. In the comfort and luxury of our brand-new Mercedes vehicles, we make a short visit at Corinth Canal, an awe-inspiring engineering miracle. Upon arrival to Ancient Olympia you wander at the Philipio remains, the only round building of the Greek ancient times, the grandiose Temple of Zeus where the gigantic Zeus statue stood for 800 years, walk through a round gate like an ancient athlete and enter the Olympic Stadium, see up close Phidias workshop and admire unique masterpieces of ancient art such as Hermes of Praxitelis at the on-spot Museum. Lunch at the picturesque village of modern Olympia to taste the local cuisine. Our return trip to Athens, we take a different route and travel by the sea through small villages and stop at the impressive Rio Antirrio Bridge. Free Residence and Airport pick up and return Many stops for photos and coffees

Inclusions: All Vehicles with WiFi - A/C and free chilled mineral water, Private and Exclusive Luxury Transfer, Professional English speaking experienced tour driver, Live commentary by your professional driver

Exclusions: Meals and drinks, Licensed Guide. Available on request., Entrance fees to the sites, Gratuities, Your tour driver can not escort you into the sites

Capturing all the spirit of the Olympic Games, it’s also the place where the Olympic flame is lit in commemoration of the Games that originated and were held here every four years for a staggering 1,000 years. Located in the western Peloponnese, Ancient Olympia was one of the most sacred and glorious sanctuaries of the ancient world. And, though only foundations of many of its structures remain, it is still one of the most evocative of Greece’s archaeological sites Archimedes Museum A wonderful bonus is the Archimedes Museum, dedicated to the greatest mathematician, physicist, engineer, astronomer and inventor of his time.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges , Fuel and tolls, Free wifi onboard, Hotel pickup and dropoff, Limo Mercedes Taxi with a fluent English speaking driver , Water and snacks

Exclusions: Lunch, other beverages and meals., Entrance fees for all the attractions, Official tour guide (you can include one after the booking), Tips and gratuities

Olympia is an ancient site on Greece's Peloponnese peninsula that 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. The Archaeological Museum of Olympia exhibits finds from the site, including a statue of Hermes attributed to the sculptor Praxiteles.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board

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Everyone in the world heard about the Olympic games and we will take you to the sacred place of the ancient world and the birthplace of the Olympic Games - ancient Olympia. Your guide will tell you everything about the place where the games were held every four years from the 8th century BC until the 4th AD. You will see all the surrounding infrastructure and several important temples. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel or from your cruise ship. On a comfortable private vehicle, you will have a ride to Olympia having an interesting commentary about Katakolon and Olympia. As soon as you will arrive you will have 3 hours guided tour with visits yo the temple of Zeus, the temple of Hera, the spot of the lighting of the Olympic torch, and the stadium, among other sites. The tour includes the inside visit to the Archeological Museum where you will see a lot of treasures. After that, we will drive you back to the port or to your hotel.

Inclusions: Professional licensed guide, Pick-up and drop-off, Transportation in a private vehicle, Entrance tickets, All fees and taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Everyone in the world heard about the Olympic games and we will take you to the sacred place of the ancient world and the birthplace of the Olympic Games - ancient Olympia. Your guide will tell you everything about the place where the games were held every four years from the 8th century BC until the 4th AD. You will see all the surrounding infrastructure and several important temples. Expand your tour with visits to famous winery and explore how the olive oil is made.

Inclusions: Professional licensed guide, Pick-up and drop-off, Transportation in a private vehicle, Entrance tickets, Wine tasting, Olive oil tasting, Snacks, All fees and taxes

Exclusions: Additional food and drinks

This classical Greek two-day tour combines three stunning archaeological and historical UNESCO sites of Greece in the Peloponnese: Mycenae Sanctuary of Asklepios at Epidaurus Ancient Olympia as well as spectacular Corinth Canal, mystical Ancient Corinth and Castle of Acrocorinth, medieval Nafplion, and jaw-dropping Rio-Antirio Bridge. (As an option, we offer free of charge a 1-hour visit to the oldest Greek winery, the Achaia Clauss for wine tasting and interesting facts on Greek wine varieties and methods. If enough time). As this is a private tour, our guests enjoy luxury travelling at the fertile countryside of Peloponnese with stops-as-you-go, to get acquainted with the local ways and Greek culinary delights. In the evenings enthral in local nightlife and rest in supreme 4-star hotels. Evenings out transfers included. A tour that will make you love Greece forever!

Inclusions: Free airport pick up and return, Free residence / hotel / port pick up and return, Private and Exclusive Luxurious Transfer, Brand new luxury vehicles with WiFi , A/C and free mineral water, Professional English speaking experienced tour driver(live commentary), Evenings out transfers, For your 1-night 4-star or Boutique hotels (depending on availability and season).

Exclusions: Meals and drinks (unless you take the lunch option), Licensed Guide. Available on request., Admission fees into archaeological sites, museums, Your tour driver can not escort you into the sites., Gratuities

Ancient Messene (or Messini, Greek Μεσσήνη) and Ancient Olympia (Greek Ολυμπία) is a 2-day(multi-day) Peloponnese private tour from Athens. It perfectly combines a thorough visit to two fantastic Greek landmarks of ancient times, vast Ancient Messene and world-famous UNESCO listed Ancient Olympia. Our specialist tour team prepared a tour that offers a wide range of real and memorable experiences of Greek sites and places. Your Peloponnese private tour includes visits to (Itinerary is open to suggestions and changes): Corinth Canal, Kapsia Caves, Ancient Messene, Ancient Olympia & Museum, Rio-Antirio Bridge, Ancient Corinth & Museum. As this is an exclusive private tour, our guests enjoy luxury travelling, with photo stops-as-you-go. For your 1-night you rest in supreme 4-star or Boutique-hotels.

Inclusions: 1-night accommodation: 4-star or Boutique hotels - breakfast included., Free airport/hotel/port pick up and return, Brand new luxury vehicles with WiFi , A/C and free mineral water, Private Luxurious Transfer with Professional driver, Evening out transfers

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Meals and drinks (Unless Lunch Option), Gratuities, Your tour driver can not escort you into the sites