When planning a cruise stop in the picturesque Port of Katakolon, a visit to Ancient Olympia is a must-visit place. But have you ever thought about where all these marble statues at Olympia’s Museum come from? What makes marble so unique to be used through Greek and Roman Anti The Greek sculptors were focused on realizing their Gods from marble, but how in an art scene dominated by pottery, painting, and architecture, the marble become the sculpting medium par excellence? Join us on this tour and visit with us this one and only marble workshop in the Peloponnese open to the public where you can approach the art of marble scul
Bys(20-50pax)
Pickup included
Upon arrival at Katakolon Port, you will be picked up from the spot and at the time arranged. We will be there holding a sign with your name clearly written on it, so that it is easier for you to recognize us. Afterwards you will enjoy safe and comfortable transfer in our luxurious Mercedes vehicles. During your transfer you can enjoy a free wi-fi on board but we will also provide you with a tablet and visual information about the area in different languages. We can also provide you a local guide book with all the necessary information about the archaeological site & Museum of Ancient Olympia, free of charge. The duration of the transfer is about 30min.
Enjoy almost 1 hour of free time in modern town of Olympia. Visit market streets called also "agora" where you can find various souvenir shops with leathers and ceramic, fashion clothes shops as well as jewelry shops. Alternatively you can enjoy Greek hospitality in local tavern or café.
Next stop will be a short honey sweet stop at local honey farm. Klio, the beekeeper, will give you warm and sweet welcome, before she guide you through her private collection and introduce you to the secretes of honey production. Finally, you will sit the cool garden and under the natural shades of the trees, you will taste the products of the farm itself, along with the traditional sweets with honey from Klio’s bees.
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Upon your arrival at Katakolon Port, you will be picked up from the spot (outside of the main building of Hellenic Coast Guard Katakolo Port) and at the time arranged. We will be there holding a sign with your name clearly written on it so that it is easier for you to recognize us.