Katakolon Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Ancient Olympia and Archeological Site | La Vacanza Travel

Katakolon Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Ancient Olympia and Archeological Site

Duration: 4 hours
Destination: Greece, West Greece, Olympia
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  • 4 hours
  • Olympia
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

When your cruise docks in the Katakolon port, take a private shore excursion to Olympia, where you’ll discover its famous archeological site on a walking tour. Ancient Olympia is the sanctuary of ancient Greece, where the classical Olympic Games were held. See the remains of the original Olympic stadium, the Bouleuterion and the Temple of Zeus. Enjoy free time in modern Olympia to shop or visit the Museum of the Olympic Games. As you explore with your private tour guide, you are sure to make the most of your time in port and have a memorable, personal experience.

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary
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Stop At: Archaeological Site of Olympia, Archea Olympia, Olympia 27065 Greece

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.

Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes

Stop At: Olympia, Olympia, Elis Region, West Greece

Enjoy a short stop at the town of Olympia where free time for shopping will be given before returning back to the port

Duration: 30 minutes

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Private professional guide
  • Transport by private vehicle and professional driver
  • Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Entrance fees (approx. 12 euros)

Additional Info

  • At time of booking, Cruise Ship passengers must provide the following details under Special Requirements: Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children who do not occupy a seat are free of charge. Children who occupy a seat and are up to 11 years old, benefit from a discount
  • Ancient Olympia, the Archeological Site and the Museum of the Olympic Games might be closed on Sundays and bank holidays
  • Please enter your preferred pickup time in the Special Requirements box at the time of booking, and reconfirm 48 hours prior to the tour’s departure time
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 5 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability

Departure Point

Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
You must contact the local service provider at least 48hrs before tour to be informed on the exact pickup time (meeting point will be provided on your confirmation voucher)

Ports

  • Katakolon port


Departure Time


Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Option 1
1/1/2024 - 12/31/2024

Monday - Sunday : 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
1/1/2024 - 12/31/2024
Monday - Sunday : 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Duration & Voucher Info

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

4 hours

Cancellation Policy

User's Reviews

Sandra_B

08 Sep, 2022

It was interesting to see the birth place of the Olympic Games. We also were impressed that they are still working the site.

123kristic

11 Dec, 2019

We had a fantastic time and learned so much! Zoey answered all our questions and even got a private olive oil tasting arranged for us. Fantastic!

Marie

12 Sep, 2018

We had a party of 4 and although the van could have taken more we were the only ones. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and very interesting. Lots of spots in the shade to stop and hear about Olympia.

Cheryl H

02 Sep, 2017

A most wonderful journey back in time with our very professional and informative guide Saskia.
To be standing where the first olympic games began was awesome.
I highly recommend this tour.
Cheryl H

Scott A

07 Aug, 2017

The van was modern and comfortable. The driver and guide were both exceptional. The guide, in particular, had a great depth of knowledge of the area and history.

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