Welcome to
Katakolo
Private Vehicle and Driver Around Olympia
- Duration4 hours
- Max Travelers15 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryAdditional fees, Agent Low Quality Product
Overview
Experience the birthplace of the Olympic Games with ease on this private tour. Depart from Katakolon port or your hotel in the area of Katakolon/Olympia in a private vehicle and English speaking driver. During the tour you will drive to Ancient Olympia, but you can also customize the tour and augment your experience choosing some unique extra activities, such as a visit at a real olive oil press, a visit at a local winery, a beach getaway etc.
– Hassle-free port/hotel pickup
– Travel comfortably in a private vehicle
– Take time to explore Ancient Olympia independently
– Augment your experience with an addon experience
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What's included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not included
Lunch
Combined entrance ticket for the archaeological site and museum of Olympia
Gratuities
Cost of extra selected activity (if any)
Itinerary
You will see among other things the gymnasium and the palaestra, the round Phillipion, the workshop of Phidias where the gold and ivory statue of Zeus was built, the temples of Zeus and Hera, the altar where the Olympic torch is being lit in the modern days and the ancient Olympic stadium.
You will see among other things bronze and clay offerings (tripods and figurines), armor, vases, the tools and cup from Phidias's workshop, the gorgeous Hermes by Praxiteles, the Nike by Paeonios and the very impressive and very well preserved classical statues from the pediments of the temple of Zeus
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.