Skip the Lines Olympia and Free Olive Oil Tasting Tour
While your ship is in Katakolon, explore one of Greece’s important antiquities - Olympia - without transport worries or long waits. This small group skip-the-line shore excursion lets you bypass any lines and stroll the ruined stadium, archway, and track - where the ancient Olympic games were held. Then, enjoy a free olive oil tasting and learn how the ancients considered it vital to strength and youth. Taste the different products from the famous Greek olive oil and olives to the local wine. Learn about the rejuvenating properties of the olive oil beauty products. Before your return, spend some free time in the modern village of Olympia.
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Skip the Lines Olympia and Free Olive Oil Tasting Tour
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What's included in Skip the Lines Olympia and Free Olive Oil Tasting Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Archaeological Site of Olympia
• Explore Olympia, one of the most significant archaeological sites in Greece without waiting in line. • Admire firsthand the sacred land where the Olympic Flame is lit for each Olympiad. • Go through the arched stone passageway and uncover the original Olympic Stadium of the ancient athletes. • Don't miss the opportunity to run the ancient Olympic track! • Once the mighty sanctuary dedicated to the god Zeus, it housed his gold and ivory statue, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
Olympia
Opt for some free time at the modern village of Olympia. Enjoy some shopping, try some of the local snacks or just relax by having your coffee or drink under one of the enormous sycamore treesstanding there for hundreds of years.
Wrap up your tour by visiting one of the local markets of the area. It is the only where you may sample sone of the most famous varieties of Greek olives and olive oil. Tickle your taste buds and learn why the Greek olive oil is considered one of the best ones worldwide. Don't hesitate to purchase some or ship it back home.
Inclusions
- Certified Guide by the Greek Ministry of Tourism within the Olympic site
- Live commentary onboard
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Joined small group tour
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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
Upon arrival at at th eOlympic site, your tour director will hand you over the required ticket to visit the area.
