Ancient Olympia Half-Day Tour from Katakolo Cruise Port
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Drive through the scenic and beautiful landscape of the Peloponnese Peninsula to reach the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Admire the emblematic temples and athletic facilities and feel the era of the ancient classical period. Visit the modern Village of Olympia for shopping, traditional Greek food and refreshments. Save time and money with our fast drive to Olympia. For your convenience and comfort departures just outside the cruise Terminal of Katakolo.
Your experience
Stop 1
Fresh of your cruise ship just 2 min away from the Katakolo cruise Terminal meet our multilingual staff and start your adventure to explore the birth place of the Olympic Games. We need approx. 1 hour to reach Ancient Olympia
Stop 2
Olympia, a sanctuary of ancient Greece in Elis on the Peloponnese peninsula, is known for hosting the Olympic Games in classical times. Join us in reliving the wonder and thrill of the original Olympic Games, which were held from 776 BC. to 393 AD. as you explore the ruins of the great monuments. Enter the famous archaeological site of Olympia and marvel at the Temple of Hera, in front of which burns the Olympic Flame during modern day Olympic Games. See the Temple of Zeus, which once housed the Golden and Ivory statue of Zeus (one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World) and the original Stadium and Bouleuterion, monuments unlike any other, where once competitors swore an oath to conform to the rules. We stay at Ancient Olympia 3 hours when you can visit the Archeological Sites and the modern village of Olympia for shopping, souvenirs, lunch and snacks.
Stop 3
Then we head back to Katakolo village ( 60-min ride back) where you can stroll around the picturesque little port, swim at the nearby beach, shop at the local shops or head directly back to the cruise ship.
What’s included
- English-speaking staff and drivers
- Roundtrip transportation
- Tolls and taxes
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Licensed tour guide in the monuments
- Entrance fees
Meeting and pickup
Greca Land Travel Agency and Port
Before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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