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Ancient Olympia & Isthmus Canal Private Tour from Athens
Athens, Greece, Europe
$819.94
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they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Be amazed by the modern engineering masterpiece of the Corinth Canal (Isthmus Canal).
Visit Ancient Olympia the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games.
Witness where the modern Olympic flame is lit by the temple dedicated to the goddess Hera.
Explore the Archaeological Museum, where many of Olympia’s greatest works of art and artifacts are displayed. Highlights of the museum include the Sculpture from the Temple of Zeus, arguably the finest surviving examples of Archaic Greek sculpture, the 5th century BC Winged Victory by Paiongs, the 4th century BC Hermes of Praxiteles and a model of the reconstructed ancient Olympia site.
Visit Ancient Olympia the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games.
Witness where the modern Olympic flame is lit by the temple dedicated to the goddess Hera.
Explore the Archaeological Museum, where many of Olympia’s greatest works of art and artifacts are displayed. Highlights of the museum include the Sculpture from the Temple of Zeus, arguably the finest surviving examples of Archaic Greek sculpture, the 5th century BC Winged Victory by Paiongs, the 4th century BC Hermes of Praxiteles and a model of the reconstructed ancient Olympia site.
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Passengers
Prices per group
Pickup included
Prices per group
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 12 hours
- Transportation by private first class vehicle
- Hotel/Port pick-up and drop-off service
- Bottled water & refreshing wipes
- Fully Private Tour
- Professional Tour Drivers with in-depth knowledge of Greek history
- WiFi on board
- Skip-the-line ticket service (on-request)
- Tips & Gratuities
- Food & Drinks
- Airport pick-up and drop-off (from 40 eur additional cost)
- Entrance fees to the ancient Olympia site - 12 eur pp at the site
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AthensPickup from your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens. Drive to the isthmus Canal.
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Corinth CanalVisit the Isthmus Canal, one of the most important projects and 19th century engineering masterpieces, playing a catalytic role for the Mediterranean trade.
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OlympiaOlympia village: In the western Peloponnese, in the beautiful valley of the Alpheios river lies the most celebrated sanctuary of ancient Greece. You will be amazed by the serenic feel that this village creates. Enjoy lunch at an authentic Greek taverna with quality home cooked meals. Stroll amongst the village shops.
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Archaeological Site of OlympiaTemple of Zeus: Dedicated to the god Zeus the Doric temple built in the second quarter of the 5th century BCE was the very model of the fully developed classical Greek temple of the Doric order. Temple of Hera: Known as Heraion this ancient Archaic Greek temple was dedicated to Hera, queen of the Greek gods. The temple was built in approximately 590 BCE. Witness where the modern Olympic flame is lit by the temple dedicated to the goddess Hera. The Hippodrome and later Stadium: The Hippodrome was a wide flat open area where the starting and finishing line was defined by a pole. Horse and chariot races took place here. The Palaestra: Built in the 3rd century BC as part of the gymnasium complex it was used to practice boxing, wrestling and jumping. The Workshop of Pheidias: This is where the great sculptor crafted the gigantic chryselephantine statue of Zeus listed as one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world.
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Philippeion: The only circular building inside the Altis. One of the finest examples of ancient Greek architecture, it was dedicated to Zeus by Philip II of Macedonia after his victory at Chaironeia in 338 BCE. The monument was completed by his son Alexander the Great.
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Archaeological Museum of OlympiaThe Archeological Museum of Olympia: Exhibits incredible artifacts from the site.
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Museum of the Olympic GamesThe Museum of the History of the Olympic Games in Antiquity: Since 2004 a new museum is in operation. The museum was based on the collection of Georgios Papastefanou who was the first to believe in the possibility of spreading the Olympic Idea and Education through a museum.
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Archimedes MuseumThe museum of Archimedes (Mathematician) regarded as one of the leading scientists in classical antiquity. A unique museum in the center of ancient Olympia dedicated to the "Greatest Mind" of all time. Visitors will have the opportunity to see replicas of his inventions and to interact with them.
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AthensReturn to your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens
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Ancient Olympia & Isthmus Canal Private Tour from Athens
Athens, Greece, Europe
$819.94
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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