Ancient Olympia Private Full Day Tour from Athens
Description
Our Private Tour is dedicated to the UNESCO world heritage site of Ancient Olympia. After pickup at your hotel, cruise ship or Airport by your private & informative tour driver, sit back & relax in one of our new full extra Mercedes models with free WiFi & bottled water as you set off to enjoy the drive through olive groves & orchards of the rugged Peloponnese. Ideal for families, couples & small groups
Founded in the 8th century B.C. & set in a beautiful river valley, you will explore its extensive ruins including the places where the original athletes were taught & trained, and enter the tunnel to emerge in the stadium in which they competed. See the Temple of Zeus and Hera where the Olympic Flame is lit, and workshop of Phidias, architect of the statue of Zeus, wonder of the ancient world
Not to be missed is the modern on-site museum which houses masterpieces including an almost complete pediment of sculpture from the Temple Of Zeus, a bronze collection & many significant pieces. You can also visit the museum of the modern olympics as well as the impressive Rio-Antirio suspension bridge. To make things hassle free you can also choose the lunch option to include a delicious 3-Course traditional meal
Included
Professional English speaking experienced Tour driver throughout the day
Pickup and return from your Athens Hotel, Residence, or Cruise Ship
First class transport: Mercedes E-Class or Audi A6 sedan; Mercedes minivan or Sprinter
All vehicles with WiFi, A/C, Chilled Bottled Water
Flexible pick up time on request
Excluded
Gratuities
Licensed guide for the archeological site & museum on request
Athens Airport transfers or pickup locations outside Athens: arranged on request with extra cost
Entrance fees