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Ancient Olympia Private Full Day from Athens with Great Lunch & Drinks Included

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8 to 10 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Bottled Water
  • Each traveler is allowed a maximum of one carry-on bag
  • In-car INFORMATION BOOKLET for all tour activities and sites.
  • Pickup and drop-off in areas outside of Athens area (subject to additional costs)
  • Entrance fees to the site
  • Shopping/touristy stops unless specifically required by the passenger/s
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Meeting and Pickup

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Any Athens hotel or Airbnb. From the Athens airport, Piraeus and Nafplio port, or Hydra island at extra cost.

What To Expect

Archaeological Site of Olympia

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.
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1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Archaeological Museum of Olympia

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.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Peloponnese

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"!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Corinth Canal

Optional (and time permitting): The Corinth Canal connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. It cuts through the narrow Isthmus of Corinth and separates the Peloponnese from the Greek mainland, arguably making the peninsula an island.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Syntagma Square

Drop off will be right at your hotel in Athens.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ancient Olympia Private Full Day from Athens with Great Lunch & Drinks Included?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-22041P13

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What's Included

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  • Bottled Water
  • Each traveler is allowed a maximum of one carry-on bag
  • In-car INFORMATION BOOKLET for all tour activities and sites.
  • Private driver and brand new vehicles only (2020-22)
  • Non-smoking driver/guide and vehicle
  • Traditional Greek lunch at a special non touristy location - your drive's/guide's treat and always an important part of the tour
  • Pickup and drop-off in areas outside of Athens area (subject to additional costs)
  • Entrance fees to the site
  • Shopping/touristy stops unless specifically required by the passenger/s
  • Gratuites (optional)
  • PROFESSIONAL/LICENSED GUIDE to guide you inside the archeological sites(optional)

Additional Info

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  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).

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