Ancient Olympia Half-Day Tour from Katakolo Cruise Port
Overview
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.
Save time and money with our fast drive to Olympia. For your convenience and comfort departures just outside the cruise Terminal of Katakolo.
Inclusions
- Roundtrip transportation
- English-speaking staff and drivers
- Tolls and taxes
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Katakolo Port, Katakolo 270 67 Greece
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 At: Olympia, Olympia, Elis Region, West Greece
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.
Duration: 3 hours
Pass By: Katakolo Port, Katakolo 270 67 Greece
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.
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Katakolo Port, Katakolo 270 67 Greece
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 At: Olympia, Olympia, Elis Region, West Greece
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.
Duration: 3 hours
Pass By: Katakolo Port, Katakolo 270 67 Greece
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.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Proof of vaccination or rapid test or Pcr may be needed to enter the Archaeological site or the Museum in Ancient Olympia
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Peter_W
May 2022
No faults with the transport, easy to locate and gave us ample time to explore Olympia at our own pace.
No faults with the transport, easy to locate and gave us ample time to explore Olympia at our own pace.Βάνα Κ
May 2022
Great tour!! We had plenty of time to visit the archeological area. The driver was really kind and gave us really interesting information. Thank you!!!
Great tour!! We had plenty of time to visit the archeological area. The driver was really kind and gave us really interesting information. Thank you!!!O4620CGgeorgiak
August 2022
This was the best tour trip we have taken by far! Our Driver Vasiliki made this tour extra special she was very friendly and gave us all the information we needed on this beautiful scenic route. i highly recommend it was so worth it!! Thank you so much!
This was the best tour trip we have taken by far! Our Driver Vasiliki made this tour extra special she was very friendly and gave us all the information we needed on this beautiful scenic route. i highly recommend it was so worth it!! Thank you so much!Victoria_F
October 2022
A beautiful, historical place in a gorgeous setting. The vegetation is lovely. The park is maintained beautifully. The museum is a must do. The pieces found in the excavation are remarkable. I'm so glad to have been here.
A beautiful, historical place in a gorgeous setting. The vegetation is lovely. The park is maintained beautifully. The museum is a must do. The pieces found in the excavation are remarkable. I'm so glad to have been here.John_G
August 2022
Well organised trip did exactly what they said they would do. I have no complaints and would use them again
Well organised trip did exactly what they said they would do. I have no complaints and would use them againjoel_d
October 2022
3 heures sur place suffisant pour visiter le site archéologique et le musée sans se presser Pas de visite imposée de boutiques
3 heures sur place suffisant pour visiter le site archéologique et le musée sans se presser Pas de visite imposée de boutiques