Highlights
- Visit Ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games
- Visit the Temple of Zeus, Pelopion, the stadium and the Temple of Hera
- Gaze at the magnificent landscape of the Peloponnese peninsula
- Admire the Corinth Canal on the way to Olympia
Description
Explore Olympia, as the sanctuary of ancient Greece that birthed the Olympic Games. Examine the Temple of Hera, where the modern day flame still burns during Olympic Games. See the Temple of Zeus, once home to the gold-and-ivory statue of Zeus, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Visit the original Stadium and Bouleuterion monuments.
Itinerary:
- Hop aboard a comfortable and air-conditioned bus. Soak up views of the Greek countryside on the seamless transfer to the Corinth Canal.
-After three hours through the amazing Greek countryside, we arrive at the birthplace of the Olympic Games, Ancient Olympia. Here, you’ll explore one of Greece’s most legendary sanctuaries—where athletic brilliance, spiritual devotion, and architectural mastery once converged.
Walk among timeless monuments beginning with the Temple of Hera, the sacred site where the modern Olympic Flame is still ignited before every Games. Continue to the majestic Temple of Zeus, once home to the colossal gold-and-ivory statue of Zeus—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Step into the original Stadium, where ancient athletes competed for eternal glory, and visit the Bouleuterion, the council house where Olympic judges once gathered.
As you journey through Ancient Olympia, listen to immersive commentary in 10 different languages, ensuring every visitor connects deeply with the history. Enhance your experience by reliving the ancient past with your innovative virtual-reality application.
-After a day full of history and knowledge, we head to the modern village of Olympia, right next to the archaeological site. Here, you can stroll through charming traditional alleys, shop for local goods, or enjoy an authentic Greek lunch.
Then we make your comfortable 4-hour return to the city center of Athens, where we drop you off at one of the most convenient meeting point in the heart of the city.
Includes
Round-trip transportation
English-speaking escort and driver
Entry tickets for the sites (when the option is selected)
Air-conditioned bus
Fuel costs, toll fees, and taxes
Audio and VR application in 10 languages
Excludes
Cost of lunch or snacks
Drinks
Licensed guide at the sites
Important Information
- Please wear comfortable shoes to explore the ruins and walk through the area
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
