Private Luxury Tour: Ancient Olympia – Birthplace of the Olympics
Overview
Walk in the footsteps of ancient Olympic athletes on a private journey to Ancient Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Travel in comfort with Pericles Century and explore Ancient Olympia, where history, mythology, and Olympic tradition come together. See the Temple of Zeus, Temple of Hera, Philippeion, and the ancient stadium where athletes once competed for glory.
Visit the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, home to masterpieces including the Hermes of Praxiteles, and the Museum of the History of the Olympic Games to discover how the ancient Games began.
Enjoy free time in Olympia for a traditional Greek meal and the flexibility of a private tour.
Perfect for history lovers, families, cultural travelers, and Olympic fans, this experience brings Ancient Olympia to life beyond the ruins.
Book your private Ancient Olympia tour with Pericles Century and experience the birthplace of the Olympic Games through history and living tradition.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Groups of 5-8 people are transported in comfortable mini vans.
- Expert English-speaking tour Drivers with extensive historical knowledge.
- WiFi on board
- Convenient hotel/cruise ship pick-up and drop-off service.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Groups of 1-4 people are transported in luxurious sedan vehicles.
- Optional airport pick-up, available at an additional cost.
- Entrance fees for archaeological sites and museums.
- Meal in Olympia - Lunch stops are scheduled, but meal costs are not included.
- Kindly note that gratuities and tips are not included in the price and are left to your discretion.
- Licensed guide to accompany you into archaeological sites.
Meeting and Pickup
• Traveler Pickup: Pickup is available at designated locations. • For hotel or apartment pickups, the driver will wait outside your location. • For port pickups, the driver will greet you at the arrival area with a sign displaying your name. • Airport pickup is also available at an additional cost. • Port Pickup Options: You may select from included port options during checkout. Drop-off Information • This activity concludes at the original meeting point.
What To Expect
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Isthmus of Corinth
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Archaeological Site of Olympia
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Philippeion
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Archaeological Museum of Olympia
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Museum of the Olympic Games
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Olympia
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour duration includes the time spent traveling between locations
- It is recommended to wear comfortable footwear for walking and exploring the different sites.
- Make sure to bring a hat and sunscreen, as Greece often experiences warm and sunny weather.
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Bottled water.
- Private transportation.
- Groups of 5-8 people are transported in comfortable mini vans.
- Expert English-speaking tour Drivers with extensive historical knowledge.
- WiFi on board.
- Convenient hotel/cruise ship pick-up and drop-off service.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Groups of 1-4 people are transported in luxurious sedan vehicles.
- Optional airport pick-up, available at an additional cost.
- Entrance fees for archaeological sites and museums.
- Meal in Olympia - Lunch stops are scheduled, but meal costs are not included.
- Kindly note that gratuities and tips are not included in the price and are left to your discretion.
- Licensed guide to accompany you into archaeological sites.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 1..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Luxury Tour: Ancient Olympia – Birthplace of the Olympics is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Luxury Tour: Ancient Olympia – Birthplace of the Olympics will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Groups of 5-8 people are transported in comfortable mini vans.
- Expert English-speaking tour Drivers with extensive historical knowledge.
- WiFi on board
- Convenient hotel/cruise ship pick-up and drop-off service.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Groups of 1-4 people are transported in luxurious sedan vehicles.
- Optional airport pick-up, available at an additional cost.
- Entrance fees for archaeological sites and museums.
- Meal in Olympia - Lunch stops are scheduled, but meal costs are not included.
- Kindly note that gratuities and tips are not included in the price and are left to your discretion.
- Licensed guide to accompany you into archaeological sites.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour duration includes the time spent traveling between locations
- It is recommended to wear comfortable footwear for walking and exploring the different sites.
- Make sure to bring a hat and sunscreen, as Greece often experiences warm and sunny weather.
