Why this tour? To experience the birthplace of the most important athletic event of all times, the Olympic Games but also authentic Greece, from a local point of view. A full-day trip to the most celebrated sanctuary of ancient Greece; Ancient Olympia the “Valley of Gods”. For exploring the Peloponnese which retains a great deal of authenticity and combines diverse natural landscapes, major cultural landmarks, and is ideal for road trips like this tour. You, as a visitor of Olympia, will have a chance to run down the original Olympic track and visit the museum. The Olympic Games were held at this location every four years throughout Classical antiquity, from the 8th century BC to the 4th century AD. Our special moments in this tour include authentic lunch & drinks for which this peninsula is famous with its locally-grown delicacies. An important part of all our tours. To enjoy a great site at a beautiful location with our personalized service from a very likable tour leader.
Pickup included
Olympia 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.
You will also visit the world-famous Olympia museum and get the chance to see some unbelievable sculptures such as the sculpted decoration of the marble temple of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the famous Hermes carved by the ancient Greek sculptor Praxiteles.
LUNCH & DRINKS like Greeks: Ideally, we will enjoy lunch and drinks (ALL INCLUDED) next to a beach with a sea view and surrounded by local Greeks. This will be a 100% Greek lunch away from anything you would call "touristy"!
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Any Athens hotel or Airbnb. From the Athens airport, Piraeus and Nafplio port, or Hydra island at extra cost.
Although this tour states "Sales are final" (non-refundable), you can request to cancel even 48 hours before the tour and we'll approve a partial refund of 45% to 75% depending on how early you cancel and the season of the year, in order to compensate for our reservation expenses