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Ancient Olympia Tour: Explore History and Relaxation
4.7
10 Ratings
Olympia
Embark on a journey from the ancient wonders of Olympia to the idyllic shores of Kourouta Beach. Discover the history of the Olympic Games and unwind in the tranquil beauty of the Ionian Sea.
Embark on a journey from the ancient wonders of Olympia to the idyllic shores of Kourouta Beach. Discover the history of the Olympic Games and unwind in the tranquil beauty of the Ionian Sea.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Archaeological Site of Olympia - Olympia is renowned as the birthplace of the ancient world’s most celebrated sporting event, the Olympic Games, which were held every four years from 776 BC to 393 AD. This site also served as a worship center dedicated to the Greek god Zeus from around the 10th century BC. Visitors can admire remarkable…
- Archaeological Site of Olympia - Olympia is renowned as the birthplace of the ancient world’s most celebrated sporting event, the Olympic Games, which were held every four years from 776 BC to 393 AD. This site also served as a worship center dedicated to the Greek god Zeus from around the 10th century BC. Visitors can admire remarkable sculptures, including the temple of Zeus’s decorations, the famous Hermes of Praxiteles, and the statue of Nike of Paionios.
- Olympia - Enjoy leisure time in the village of Olympia
- Kourouta Beach - Kourouta Beach, situated in the western part of Greece in the Peloponnese region, is a stunning coastal destination. It is a favorite among both locals and tourists, celebrated for its golden sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, and laid-back ambiance.
What's Included
- Entrance Fees
- Swim Stop - 90 minutes
- Licensed Guide
- Sunbeds & Umbrellas
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance Fees
- Swim Stop - 90 minutes
- Licensed Guide
- Sunbeds & Umbrellas
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Food & Drinks
- Food & Drinks
Additional Information
Embark on an adventure at the breathtaking ruin site of Old Olympia, where the past and folklore mingle. Trace the historic paths of previous philosophers and athletes as you explore the Temple of Zeus, where the famous Statue of Zeus was once placed. Be mesmerized by the aged stadium, a center for athletic contests over two thousand years in the past….
Embark on an adventure at the breathtaking ruin site of Old Olympia, where the past and folklore mingle. Trace the historic paths of previous philosophers and athletes as you explore the Temple of Zeus, where the famous Statue of Zeus was once placed. Be mesmerized by the aged stadium, a center for athletic contests over two thousand years in the past. Gain knowledge about the initiation of the Olympic Games, the metaphorical meaning of the holy flame, and persistent tales of divinities and champions that influenced Greek customs.
Following your educational historical journey, we switch to serenity and leisure at Kourouta Beach. Positioned along the captivating Ionian Sea, Kourouta Beach greets you with its shimmering sands and appealing turquoise waves. Plunge into the cooling waters or soak up the Mediterranean sun, savoring the tranquil splendor of this coastal sanctuary.
- Please note that the total driving time between our planned stops and visits is approximately 2 hours. This ensures a smooth and comfortable travel experience, allowing you to relax and enjoy the scenic route between each captivating destination
- Please provide the date of birth for each participant. This helps us ensure age-appropriate arrangements and activities during the tour.
- As part of the visit to the Olympia site, participants are required to have a valid form of identification with them. This could include a passport, driver’s license, or any government-issued ID. Please make sure to carry this documentation on the day of the tour.
- Kourouta Beach offers basic facilities such as sunbeds and umbrellas for rent, as well as beachside cafes or tavernas where visitors can enjoy refreshments
Location
Archaeological Site of Olympia
Archea Olympia
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Michael_h
Sep 24, 2024
Relaxing and educational tour - The tour is historic and relaxing. We started on the beach and the Ionian ocean was refreshing. The beach set up and facilities were perfect and the service was excellent.
The tour of Olympia was educational, short enough to understand and absorb the information. The bus ride was comfortable and timely. Our tour guide Christop was patient, accommodating and very helpful.
Great tour to get a small flavor of this part of Greece.
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Randi_h
Sep 18, 2024
Olympia - Aristea was a great guide! She was very knowledgeable.
Pickup was very easy, travel to the site was comfortable.
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George_m
Sep 18, 2024
A tour not to be missed - An outstanding tour guide who provided a perspective on Olympia and the history of the Olympics. Our tour guide provided an insight to the basis of the games which will help me understand the traditions upon which the games were founded. The beaches that we were taken to were outstanding and served as a wonderful backdrop for a spectacular day.
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Odyssey49969676101
Sep 16, 2024
Tour of Olympia and Kourota beach was fantastic - Kristos was absolutely amazing. Very friendly and attentive. Would highly recommend him to anyone. Maria was my favorite site guide of our entire trip. She was the perfect guide for Olympia.
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I1454aychrisa
Sep 8, 2024
Amazing day with Avalon Travel! - We arrived at Katakolon Port with Royal Caribbean.
Right after booking, we received a detailed email outlining the meeting process, which was a great first impression.
Pickup at the port was seamless, and the 45-minute drive to Olympia was comfortable. Upon arrival, our guide was already waiting for us, ready to start the tour. The guided tour of the Archaeological Site of Olympia was truly captivating, with the guide keeping us engaged throughout. We also had some time to take pictures afterward, which was a nice bonus!
Our group of around 20 people in total, collectively decided to skip the scheduled stop at the Village due to the heat, opting instead for extra time at Kourouta Beach. The tour escort (unfortunately i cannot remember her name) was very accommodating and made the change on the fly. We ended up spending nearly two hours at the stunning Kourouta beach, which was the perfect way to end the day.
I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Katakolon Port—it was one of the highlights of our cruise. A huge thanks to the Avalon Team for making this experience possible!
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Cecilia_f
Jul 4, 2024
Olympia trip - Chris was great! My friend got sick in the middle of the tour and he helped us catch a cab back to the cruise ship and showed genuine concern.
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Paige_p
Jun 16, 2024
Good split between history and beach time - We did this trip instead of one of the cruise ship excursions. Easy access and location of the group in the port of Olympia. Olympia is really big and it was great to have the tour guide. Going to the beach was a bucket list item....nice place and there were good food options there (which was generally the source for the umbrellas). The beach is not very wide and you cannot easily go out too far. If the beach is a bucket list item this is good because you get that but as well as Olympia. If we had done an all day beach thing in the same location we would have been bored. Tour did Olympia first. Just consider your plan for lunch )which can be the restaurants by the beach).
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Katherine_m
Jun 13, 2024
Perfect day in Olympia - 10/10 loved the tour of Olympia. Timing was perfect and the beach was great.
So much history. Enjoy speaking with all the locals too!
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Sallycd379aa
Jun 23, 2024
Great day and experience - The tour to ancient Olympia was interesting. The tour operators had very good guides who took us taking us to Olympia. The archeologist who was our guide from Olympia, however seemed to refer to her notes quite a bit and had trouble coming up with saying what she wanted to express in English.
Christoph, met us after the Olympia portion and took our group to Kourouta beach. He was very helpful and got us all back to the port in a timely manner.
Overall it was a great day!
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Danny_s
Sep 27, 2024
Great Guide, Crappy change. - Our guide Chris was extremely professional and knowledgeable, he went out of his way to try and make sure that everyone enjoyed themselves. The fact that the order of the excursion was changed really angered a lot of people. Heading to the beach at 9:30am in the morning when it was 60-65 degrees outside and then going to Olympia in the afternoon when it was 80 degrees was NOT what we signed up for. It should have been done the way it was presented; regardless how busy it may have been at Olympia in the morning. I may not be back.
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