Ancient Olympia Full day Private Guided Tour From Athens
Overview
A spectacular drive along the Peloponnese offers great photo opportunities at the Corinth Canal while a guide shares insights about modern engineering. The journey includes learning about both the ancient and modern Olympic Games and visiting the ancient Olympia museum, which hosts impressive artifacts.
- 📸 Great photo opportunities at the Corinth Canal.
- 🗣️ Knowledgeable guide explaining modern engineering facts.
- 🏛️ Visit to the ancient Olympia museum featuring significant artifacts.
- ⚠️ Ensure adherence to any site-specific guidelines during visits.
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Pickup included
- Entrance fees at the archeological site of Ancient Olympia
- Bottled water
- Transport by private air-conditioned luxury vehicles
- Official Guide at destination
- Pick up and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
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Corinth CanalPick up and begging your tour. First stop at the famous Corinth Canal. Strech your legs and take photos of the breathtaking views of Corinth Canal which connect the Aegean Sea and the Ionian Sea
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Arrival at the archeological site of Ancient Olympia.Take a first lookat the lush, green landscape to feel the place which became the most important religious and athletic centre in Greece. Its fame rests upon the Olympic Games, the greatest national festival and a highly prestigious one world-wide, which was held every four years to honour Zeus.The archaeological site of Olympia includes the sanctuary of Zeus and the many buildings erected around it, such as athletic premises used for the preparation and celebration of the Olympic Games.The Classical Temple of Zeus and the earlier Temple of Hera dominate the area. East of the Altis lies the stadium where the Olympic Games were held. South of the stadium was the hippodrome.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.