Ancient Olympia Full-Day Private Tour | Τhe Olympic Birthplace

Description
Travel back to the birthplace of the Olympic Games with the Ancient Olympia Full-Day Private Tour, an inspiring journey through Greece’s athletic and cultural heritage. Ride in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with a knowledgeable tour driver, enjoying scenic landscapes along the way to the western Peloponnese.
Explore the Archaeological Site of Olympia, where ancient athletes once competed in honor of Zeus. Walk through the original Olympic Stadium, the Temple of Zeus, and the Temple of Hera, where the Olympic Flame is still lit for each modern Games. Visit the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, home to masterpieces like the statue of Hermes by Praxiteles.
Optionally, enjoy lunch at a traditional taverna nearby and experience the peaceful charm of Olympia town. With flexible scheduling and convenient pick-up/drop-off, this tour brings ancient glory to life in an unforgettable day trip.
Explore the Archaeological Site of Olympia, where ancient athletes once competed in honor of Zeus. Walk through the original Olympic Stadium, the Temple of Zeus, and the Temple of Hera, where the Olympic Flame is still lit for each modern Games. Visit the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, home to masterpieces like the statue of Hermes by Praxiteles.
Optionally, enjoy lunch at a traditional taverna nearby and experience the peaceful charm of Olympia town. With flexible scheduling and convenient pick-up/drop-off, this tour brings ancient glory to life in an unforgettable day trip.
Included
- Private transportation
- Charge your devices with our 4 USB quick chargers (Type C & Apple)
- Mercedes air-conditioned Premium Minivan
- PDF guide for all sights & monuments of the tour
- Bottled waters
- English-speaking tour driver with extensive knowledge of each location's history and significance
- Skip-the-line ticket service
- Pickup and drop-off available at any location in Athens, Piraeus, Athens Airport, and Piraeus Port
Excluded
- Combined ticket for the archaeological site and museums of Ancient Olympia (1/4–31/10): €20/adult, €10 EU 65+, free for EU ≤25 & non-EU ≤18.
- Licensed guide (historian | archaeologist) to accompany you inside the sites (upon request–€350)
- Lunch
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Supplier:
Athenaos Travel & Tours