Start your journey at Ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Walk through the archaeological site, where the ancient stadium, temples, and training grounds once hosted the most prestigious athletic event of antiquity. Continue to the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, home to remarkable artifacts. Next, immerse yourself in the art of marble sculpting with a 45-minute workshop led by the renowned artist Alexandros Papalabros. A graduate of the Tinos Fine Arts College, Papalabros has worked on Greece’s significant archaeological sites, including the Acropolis of Athens and Ancient Olympia, with one of his latest projects being the restoration of King Ptolemy’s column. During this hands-on session, guests will gain insight into the craftsmanship behind marble carving and its deep roots in Greek heritage. After the workshop, enjoy free time in the village of Olympia.
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Olympia was the birthplace of the most famous and important sporting event in the ancient world. The Olympic Games took place here every four years from 776 BC to 393 AD. The site was also a place of worship dedicated to the Greek god Zeus from about the 10th century BC. Here you will find incredible sculptures such as the decoration of the temple of Zeus, as well as the famous Hermes of Praxiteles and the statue of Nike of Paionios.
Olympia's Archaeological Museum is one of the most important museums of Greece. The exhibition contains great masterpieces from the long history of the Olympic Games' birthplace, and thousands of years of art. The exhibits are displayed in chronological and thematic order from Prehistoric down to Roman times.Here you'll find the sculptures of the temple of Zeus, the sculpture of "Nike of Paionios" and one of the most famous statues in the history of art, the "Hermes" of Praxiteles, which is perhaps the only original, surviving statue of the renowned sculptor. Guests are treated with the exhibition's numerous bronze objects: figurines of humans and animals, cauldrons, tripods, griffins, sphinxes, and many different kinds of weapons, vessels, and exquisite examples of the toreutic art. Finally, the large collection of terracotta statues—like the complex of Zeus and Ganymede—is a highlight during any visit.
Explore unique, locally crafted art inspired by Greek culture. Unleash your creativity with a hands-on marble sculpting experience, guided by a skilled artisan.
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Please arrive at the pick up point 20 minutes before departure time.
When you disembark the ship, you will have a short distance to walk along the pier and out of the gated/restricted area. A member of our team will be waiting for you at the main gate of the port and under the big blue sign “KATAKOLON PORT”. Please look for the Avalon Travel sign with your name
• Dress code is smart casual • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended