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Katakolon Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Ancient Olympia and Archeological Site
(9) Reviews
Olympia
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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At time of booking, Cruise Ship passengers must provide the following details under Special Requirements: Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
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Children who do not occupy a seat are free of charge. Children who occupy a seat and are up to 11 years old, benefit from a discount
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Ancient Olympia, the Archeological Site and the Museum of the Olympic Games might be closed on Sundays and bank holidays
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Please enter your preferred pickup time in the Special Requirements box at the time of booking, and reconfirm 48 hours prior to the tour’s departure time
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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When your cruise docks in the Katakolon port, take a private shore excursion to Olympia, where you’ll discover its famous archeological site on a walking tour. Ancient Olympia is the sanctuary of ancient Greece, where the classical Olympic Games were held. See the remains of the original Olympic stadium, the Bouleuterion and the Temple of Zeus. Enjoy free time in modern Olympia to shop or visit the Museum of the Olympic Games. As you explore with your private tour guide, you are sure to make the most of your time in port and have a memorable, personal experience.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Transport by private vehicle and professional driver
Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Port pickup and drop-off
Private professional guide
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Archaeological Site of Olympia
Itinerary
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Archaeological Site of Olympia
Olympia is an ancient site on Greece's Peloponnese peninsula that hosted the original Olympic Games, founded in the 8th century B.C. Its extensive ruins include athletic training areas, a stadium and temples dedicated to the gods Hera and Zeus. The Archaeological Museum of Olympia exhibits finds from the site, including a statue of Hermes attributed to the sculptor Praxiteles.
1 hour and 20 minutes
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Olympia
Enjoy a short stop at the town of Olympia where free time for shopping will be given before returning back to the port
30 minutes
Katakolon Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Ancient Olympia and Archeological Site
(9) Reviews
Olympia
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When your cruise docks in the Katakolon port, take a private shore excursion to Olympia, where you’ll discover its famous archeological site on a walking tour. Ancient Olympia is the sanctuary of ancient Greece, where the classical Olympic Games were held. See the remains of the original Olympic stadium, the Bouleuterion and the Temple of Zeus. Enjoy free time in modern Olympia to shop or visit the Museum of the Olympic Games. As you explore with your private tour guide, you are sure to make the most of your time in port and have a memorable, personal experience.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Transport by private vehicle and professional driver