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Olympia, Peloponnese

Olympia Shore Excursion: Ancient Olympia Plus Honey Farm & Olive Oil Tasting

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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. This blessed land is home to one of the finest agricultural produce in the country, the olive oil. Discover the products of the olive tree, the symbol of immortality and wisdom on a free olive oil and wine tasting experience at a local market. Then, go off-the-beaten-path into a farm filled with fruit trees and vegetables and find Greek hospitality. Learn all about the circle of life of the bees by a local bee keeper and taste local delicacies accompanied with local artisan's honey. Finally, spend some time at the village of Katakolon for shopping and lunch by the sea front.
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  • 3 hours 25 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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USD 132.62
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Katakolo, Greece

Ancient Olympia Shore Excursion with traditional lunch

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Once you are in the port of Katakolon , visiting Olympia is a must. This tour is ideal for travellers who have limited time. You will be picked up on the scheduled time and you will be taken to your destination in a luxurious, air-conditioned vehicle with safety. On the way, there will be live commentary explaining everything about the area and the sites you will visit. In Olympia you will see the Site where the first Olympic Games started and the Museum which houses rare artifacts such as Hermes of Praxitelis. Another highlight is the local traditional lunch. A place worth visiting as you will feel the warmth of the Greek hospitality, buffet lunch and you will experience things as a local.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD 490.66
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Olympia, Peloponnese

Explore olympia self guided

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Exit Katakolo port and receive a greeting from the representative to your bus. Are you ready to travel back in time and witness the glory of Ancient Olympia? This is the place where the Olympic Games were born, where athletes competed for honor and fame, and where gods and heroes walked among mortals. Join us on this amazing tour and explore the sacred precinct of Zeus, the Altis, where you will see some of the most impressive monuments and artworks of the ancient Greek world. Through 7 immersive 360° digital reconstructions, you will be able to admire the Temple of Zeus and its colossal statue, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Temple of Hera and its eternal flame, the Stadium where the athletes raced, and many more. You will also learn about the history, mythology, and culture of Olympia, guided by local experts who will share their knowledge and passion with you. Don't miss this unique opportunity to discover one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in Greece!
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  • 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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USD 53.43
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Olympia, Peloponnese

Private local tour of the archaeological site and museum of Olympia

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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.
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  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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USD 170.47
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Olympia, Peloponnese

Ancient Olympia: Audio Tour on your Phone (no ticket)

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Immerse yourself in the magic of Ancient Olympia with a fascinating audio tour on your smartphone and discover the secrets of an archaeological site tied with the birth and evolution of the Olympic Games! Start your tour from the Ancient Gymnasium and enjoy an unforgettable stroll through the ruins of a Unesco World Heritage Site wrapped up in myth and legend. Having enjoyed a complete tour covering the highlights of the archaeological site, you will end your walk in front of the ruins of the Prytaneion, where joyous celebrations were once held for the winners of the games at the heart of the fertile valley of Alpheios. This tour, combining an immersive audio tour with a detailed map of the site, is your perfect companion for an unforgettable visit to one of the most potent landmarks of Greece. * Ticket/entrance fee to the archaeological site is not included. ** The tour is designed to cover the archaeological site of Olympia but doesn't include stories for the site museum.
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  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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USD 10.89
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