T: 0030 26 210 26 301
F: 0030 26 210 222 00
Address :
28th October street, 4, Pyrgos (Olympia),
27100, Greece
Tour to Ancient Olympia - Archaeological Site & Museum (without free time)
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Now that Athens has been officially named as the host for the 2004 Olympic Games, join us in reliving the wonder and thrill of the original Olympic Games, which were held from 776 BC. to 393 AD. as you explore the ruins of the great monuments. Enter the famous archaeological site of Olympia and marvel at the Temple of Hera, in front of which burns the Olympic Flame during modern day Olympic Games. See the Temple of Zeus, which once housed the Golden and Ivory statue of Zeus (one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World) and the original Stadium and Bouleuterion, unique in history, where once competitors swore an oath to conform to the rules. Follow your guide and walk a short distance in order to visit the world famous Archaeological Museum of Olympia where you can admire, amongst many priceless exhibits, the marble statues of the Temple of Zeus and the unique statue of Hermes, carved by the ancient Greek sculptor Praxiteles.
Return to your coaches and drive back to the ship on time.
Inclusions
- transportation by deluxe, air-conditioned vehicle, late-model
(bus, minibus or taxi, based on your group’s size)
- professional driver
- insurance cover during transfers by vehicle
- licensed English-speaking guide * (concerns “transfer+guide” option only)
- all taxes
- identification sign with your name on it
- mobile contact number for any emergency, available 24/7
* guides in other languages available, upon request
Exclusions
- entrance fees
Step 1
The tour begins from Katakolon port
Step 2
Enter the famous archaeological site of Olympia and marvel at the Temple of Hera, Temple of Zeus and the original Stadium and Bouleuterion, unique in history, where once competitors swore an oath to conform to the rules.
Step 3
visit the world famous Archaeological Museum of Olympia
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