Small group Katakolon to Olympia tour
Overview
Shore excursions from Katakolon lead to the historic site of Olympia, where guided tours reveal the wonders of ancient Greece. Travel in a fully air-conditioned vehicle while enjoying commentary from your guide during the journey.
- 🚍 Skip-the-line tickets included for quicker access to the archaeological site and museum.
- 📜 Guided tour provided by an officially licensed English-speaking tour guide.
- 🕒 Free time to explore the modern town of Olympia after the guided tour.
- ⏰ Return to the port is guaranteed before "all aboard" time.
- ⚠️ Tour starting time varies based on the cruise ship's arrival; for instance, if arrival is at 09:00, the tour begins at 09:30 instead of 08:30.
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- Entrance fee for the archaeological site and museum
- Licensed tour guide services
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
- Lunch
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Archaeological Site of OlympiaIn 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.
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Archaeological Museum of OlympiaIn 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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Market of Ancient OlympiaYour tour will continue with a totally different vibe. The modern village of Olympia is located next to the archaeological site and museum, where you can have a drink with the locals or explore the main street with its many shops where you can find everything, from jewelry and clothes to arts and crafts for you and your loved ones!
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