Athens: Ancient Olympia and Corinth Canal Private Tour

Athens: Ancient Olympia and Corinth Canal Private Tour

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Discover the wonders of Ancient Greece on this private, guided tour. Explore the birthplace of the Olympic Games, learn about Olympia at the Archaeological Museum, visit the impressive Corinth Canal, and enjoy a delicious home cooked Greek meal.

Highlights

Discover the birthplace of the Olympic Games on a private tour
Learn about Ancient Olympia at the Archaeological Museum
Explore the charming village of Olympia and shop for souvenirs
Marvel at the impressive Corinth Canal, an engineering masterpiece
Enjoy a delicious and authentic home cooked meal at La Belle Helene

Description

The tour begins with pickup from your hotel in Athens and heads to the Corinth Canal, also known as the Isthmus Canal. Explore this fascinating example of engineering, which dates back to the 19th century, and learn about its role in the world of Mediterranean trade. Continue onto the Ancient Diolkos, a paved path near the canal which enabled boats to move overland during ancient times. Arrive at the Archaeological Museum next, which houses an impressive collection of Olympia’s artworks and artifacts. Highlights of the museum include the Sculpture from the Temple of Zeus, arguably one of the finest surviving examples of Archaic Greek sculpture, as well as the Winged Victory by Paiongs, the Hermes of Praxiteles, and a model of the reconstructed ancient Olympia site. After the museum, enjoy free time to wander through the picturesque streets of Olympia, mingle with the locals, and shop for handmade souvenirs at the village shops. As you explore, get a sense of local life and learn about modern culture in this ancient location. Finally, enjoy lunch at La Belle Helene (at own expense) and treat your taste buds to an authentic home cooked Greek meal.

Includes

Fully Private Tour Professional Tour Driver with in-depth knowledge of ancient & modern... English speaking and multi-lingual drivers Hotel/Port pick-up and drop-off service Transportation by private first-class modern vehicle WiFi on board Bottled water & refreshing wipes Fresh handmade Greek biscuits Skip-the-line ticket service (on-request)