Katakolon Shore Excursion: Premium Skip-the-Lines Olympia & Free Olive Oil Tasting Tour
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 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.
Learn why the ancient cultures believed that olive oil is responsible for longevity, strength and youth on your free olive oil tasting experience.
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Katakolon Shore Excursion: Premium Skip-the-Lines Olympia & Free Olive Oil Tasting Tour
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What's included in Katakolon Shore Excursion: Premium Skip-the-Lines Olympia & Free Olive Oil Tasting Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Katakolo Port
All tours start from the port of Katakolon where ships dock. Travelers are picked-up within the port area.
Archaeological Site of Olympia
Visit the birthplace of the Olympic Games that lies in the hurt of the Greek countryside. Run the olympic track and spend time in the temple of Zeus, once hosted one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the statue of Zeus. See where the Olympic torh is lit for the modern Olympics.
During our visit to the local market which collaborates with the Association of Agriculture, we will try different local varieties of olives, olive oil, and local delicacies. All of the above will be accompanied by local wine and the owner will provide an explanation about their unique characteristics
Inclusions
- Olympic site visit with a local English-speaking certified tourist guide by the Ministry of Tourism
- Small group tour
- All Fees and Taxes
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Live commentary on board
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- 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
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
At the central gate of the port of Katakolon, within the port area - By the sign board "PORT OF KATAKOLON, JOHN LATSIS". Agency's Sign - THE TRAVEL INSIDERS Important Note: Travelers are notified directly about the exact pick-up time via message.
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Ticket Redemption
In order to qualify for admission discount regarding age or status, a copy of identification must be provided when booking this tour. The valid identification will also be required on admission to the sites mentioned.
