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Katakolon Small Group Tour: Olympic site, Honey/Olive Oil Tasting

4.8/5 Katakolo from The Travel Insiders
  • Duration5 hours
  • Max Travelers15 people
  • Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
  • CategoryAdditional fees, Agent Favorite

Overview

This exclusive small group tour with Max. 17 participants, will take you to ancient Olympia, the playground of the Gods and heroes of Greek mythology where the Olympic flame is lit for each Olympiad.
This blessed land is home to one of the finest agricultural produces in the country, olive oil. Discover the products of the olive tree, the symbol of immortality and wisdom on a complimentary olive oil tasting experience at a local market. Experience the local produce firsthand by sampling local balsamic vinegar, olives, local sweet snacks, olive oil infusions.

Then, go off-the-beaten-path into a farm filled with fruit trees and vegetables and find Greek hospitality. Learn all about the circle of life of the bees by a local beekeeper and taste local delicacies accompanied by local artisan’s honey.

Wrap up your tour by spending some time in the town of Katakolon for shopping and lunch by the seafront.

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What's included

  • Olive oil market visit (indoors flea market)

  • Small Group with port pick-up/drop-off

  • Live commentary on board

What's Not included

  • Klio's Honey Farm (Local cottage)

  • Archaeological Site of Olympia

  • Official tourist guide with the ancient ruins - Option available

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  • This small group half-day tour from the port of Katakolon will take you to Ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the ancient Olympics. Discover the land where the Olympic torch is lit and the original Olympic stadium at the archeological site. This beautiful open-air archaeological park is sure to reward you!

  • After your visit at the Olympic site, board your van for a culinary epxerience. Visit a local cottage and meet a beekeeper. nEnjoy the stories of the local artisan with a glass of coffee or juice and try her homemade sweets, honey and products under the shade of the chestnut trees.

  • Wrap up your tour with a visit to a local indoors flea market where one of its sections is entirely dedicated to local products. nSample among a great variety of olives, olive oil, balsamic vinegar and other local delicacies. nTry different blends of olive oil, the essence of the Mediterranean Diet, cultivated in the region for over a millennium.

Good to know

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time

  • A COPY of current valid passport is required on the day of travel for visitors under 18yo

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

100% Refund 24 hours or more before the start time
0% Refund Less than 24 hours before the start time

Reviews

4.8/5 72 reviews
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