Katakolon Shore Ex: Skip-the-Lines Ancient Olympia & Olive market
Overview
This is the best way to visit Olympia! No more wasting precious vacation time on your shore excursion waiting in long lines. Breeze past the crowds at archaeological site ticket office and museum as admission will have previously been arranged.
Admire ancient Olympia, the sacred land where the Olympic Flame is lit for each Olympiad. Situated in a lush, serene valley, it was once the mighty sanctuary dedicated to the god Zeus.
Explore the highlights of the archeological site, such as the ancient athlletic facilities, the trmpleof Zeus and Hera, the Olympic stadium.
Then, walk to the nearby museum and marvel the masterpieces of the exhibition.
Finally, learn why the ancient cultures believed that olive oil is responsible for longevity, strength and youth on your free olive oil tasting experience at a local indoors flea market.
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Live commentary on board
- Olive market & Sampling
- Port pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
- Official tourist guide within the ruins - Available option
Meeting and Pickup
At the central gate of the port of Katakolon, within the port area - By the Blue sign board "PORT OF KATAKOLON, JOHN LATSIS".Agency's Sign - THE TRAVEL INSIDERSImportant Note: Travelers are notified directly about the exact pick-up time via message.
What To Expect
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Katakolo Port
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Archaeological Site of Olympia
1 hour 10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Archaeological Museum of Olympia
40 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Padelina Shopping Center
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Senior pricing applies to travelers within the EU
- A COPY of current valid passport is required on the day of travel for seniors and under 18yo
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Live commentary on board.
- Olive market & Sampling.
- Port pick-up/Drop-off.
- Gratuities.
- Official tourist guide within the ruins - Available option.
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 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Katakolon Shore Ex: Skip-the-Lines Ancient Olympia & Olive market is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Katakolon Shore Ex: Skip-the-Lines Ancient Olympia & Olive market 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
- All Fees and Taxes
- Live commentary on board
- Olive market & Sampling
- Port pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
- Official tourist guide within the ruins - Available option
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Senior pricing applies to travelers within the EU
- A COPY of current valid passport is required on the day of travel for seniors and under 18yo
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
