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Olympia - Day Trip

  • AT A GLANCE
Duration

8 hours

Group size

Up to 3 people

Price

550€

Pick-up & drop-off

Your accommodation, airport or port

*Subject to prior arrangement
  • THE EXPERIENCE

Ancient Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games

This full-day private tour explores Ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games and one of the most important sanctuaries of the ancient world.

The experience combines a scenic drive through the Peloponnese with an in-depth visit to the archaeological site of Olympia, where the Olympic Games were first held in 776 BC in honor of Zeus. The itinerary balances historical context, cultural heritage, and a relaxed pace, including time for a traditional Greek meal before returning to Athens.

Pick-up and drop-off are available from your hotel or preferred location.

Highlights

  • The Corinth Canal
  • The Temple of Zeus and the Temple of Hera
  • The ancient Stadium, once home to 45,000 spectators
  • The Archaeological Museum and the statue of Hermes
  • A traditional Greek meal

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  • YOUR DAY

How the day unfolds

01 · Morning

Corinth Canal

  • Pick-up from your hotel or preferred location
  • Drive toward the Peloponnese peninsula
  • Stop at the Corinth Canal, a late 19th-century engineering achievement
  • Time for photographs and a short refreshment break
02 · Midday

Ancient Olympia

  • Arrival at Ancient Olympia
  • Visit to the archaeological site, including the Temple of Zeus and the Temple of Hera
  • Walk through the ancient Stadium, once accommodating up to 45,000 spectators
  • Historical overview of the origins and significance of the Olympic Games
  • Visit to the Archaeological Museum of Olympia
  • Viewing of important artifacts, including the statue of Hermes
03

Lunch & Return

  • Traditional Greek meal in the Olympia area
  • Return drive to Athens
  • Drop-off at your hotel or preferred location
  • PACKAGE

What's included

Included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Private transportation
  • Professional driver
  • Services according to the itinerary
  • Pick-ups and drop-offs from and to the airport and ports are possible on request, at an additional cost.

Not included

  • Entrance fees
  • Meals and refreshments
  • Personal expenses

Complimentary

  • Bottled water
  • Wi-Fi onboard
  • Assistance with ticket arrangements upon request

Good to know

Entrance fees to archaeological sites and museums are not included.

This tour is designed with flexibility in mind and can be adjusted to your interests. If you would like to add, skip, or modify any part of the itinerary, please let us know in advance.

Opening hours, ticket links and holiday closures for the sites you will visit are on our Useful Information page.

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