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Visit Olympia, the Olympics Birthplace

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10 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

Experience and be part of the Olympic history in a private tour which allows you to keep your own pace!

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance fees
  • Licensed tour guide, only upon request and extra charge
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pick up / drop off at Athens hotels Pick up / drop off at Athens suburbs hotels under extra charge Pick up / drop off at Athens airport Pick up / drop off at Piraeus or Rafina ports Pick up / drop off at designated places

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Corinth Canal

Your private tour will start from Athens and drive you through a scenic and beatiful landscape inside the Peloponnese peninsula.Our first stop is the magnificent structure of the Corinth Canal, which is in Peloponnese, the southern peninsula of Greece. The Corinth Canal connects the Saronic with the Corinthian Gulf in the Aegean Sea. A dream of the ancients, that came true in 1893. Time for rest and some amazing photos above the Corinth Canal.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Archaeological Site of Olympia

Then, we will drive towards ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games in Classical times. There you will visit both the archaeological site and choose between Archaeological Museum of Olympia with a great amound of artifacts and statues in it, and the Museum of the Olympic Games.The Games were held every 4 years from the 8th century BC untill 4th century AD.You will visit the Temple of Zeus, Pelopion, the stadium, the Temple of Hera, the Phillipeion, the Phidias workshop and many other structures that worth your attention.You can feel the aura of the Olympic Games, fighting on the Pallestra or running around the stadium and understand why ancients took so seriously the cultivation of body, mind and soul.When you feel hungry get ready to taste the famous Greek cuisine and have a memorable lunch.the tour will guide you to a traditional restaurant or tavern.It's up to you to choose from a variety of flavors of the most known Greek dishes.After your lunch at Olympia, we will drive back to Athens.
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4 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Visit Olympia, the Olympics Birthplace?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-87685P32

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • English speaking tour driver, best-mannered, fully aware of the Greek history & culture
  • Entrance fees
  • Licensed tour guide, only upon request and extra charge

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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