In the western Peloponnese, in the “Valley of Gods”, lies the most celebrated sanctuary of Ancient Greece, and the birthplace of the most important athletic mega-event of all times; the Olympic Games. Olympia is one of the most well known tourist destinations in Greece, and one of the most powerful brand names worldwide.
Olympia is easily accessible from other areas of interest of Greece. It is less than 4 hours away from Athens and only 1 hour from Patras port, or Kalamata airport. There are numerous daily tour with SAPPHIRE RENTAL that connect Athens to Olympia.
Book your trip in Ancient Olympia a Day trip that offers the visitor the irresistible combination of stunning natural scenery and the legacy of a fascinating and diverse cultural heritage. You will discover the fascinating historical, cultural and geographic landscape of the regions
The most common tour for people visiting the area of Katakolon by one of the plenty of cruise ships that arriving at the area. This tour contains the basic important spots one should visit upon his/her arrival at Katakolon. The tour has a duration of 8 hours, starting near the port’s gate, and contains the following:
– Olympia (site and museum)
The Olympia visit where you will have the chance to see the birthplace of the Olympic games, Zeus temple and all the museum artifacts like Hermes of Praxiteles.
–Saint Andrew beach
Time for a quick swim under the Greek sun, enjoying the cleanest water in combination with a nice coffee or light lunch giving the experience why Greece is one of the best countries to visit during summertime.
Your trip concludes at the original Athens starting point.
Minimum 1 Person Per Reservation
Maximum 8 Person Per Reservation
Price Per 8 Persons €520,00
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Fuel surcharge
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Local taxes
- Round-trip private transfer
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Tour guide upon request (extra charge)
Schedule
8:00: Departure from Athens
11:00: Arrival in Ancient Olympia
11:00 – 13:00: Archeological sightseeing Ancient Olympia
13:00 – 15:00: Free time for coffee-lunch
15:00: Departure from Ancient Olympia
17:00: Arrival in Athens