Private Day Trip to Olympia
Perfect For Families
- Athens
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Private Day Trip to Olympia from Athens
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Overview
This is Xpeeria’s pick for you exploration of Olympia from Athens visiting two major ancient Greek regions in a single day. We chose Athens Timeless Tours for this experience because of their specialized knowledge and luxury vehicles. They offer the absolute best ratio of value for money, letting you experience one of the top archaeological sites in Greece with curated, personalized itineraries.
Highlights
- Marvel at the engineered brilliance of the historic Corinth Canal
- Explore the birth place of the Olympic Games at the ancient site of Olympia
- Inspect historic artifacts and statues within the Archaeological Museum of Olympia
- View the sacred grounds at the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus
- Trace athletic history inside the Museum of the Olympic Games
Inclusions
- Private transportation with a professional driver
- Pickup and dropoff at your accommodation
- Luxury Mercedes Benz vehicle
Exclusions
- Entrance fees to archaeological sites
- Licensed guide inside the monuments (can be included upon request)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Places you will Visit
Corinth
Olympia Archaeological Site
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Detailed Description
Your journey begins early in the morning as you depart from Athens with a skilled private driver navigating the scenic coastal roads. Your first major stop is the world renowned Corinth Canal, a dramatic engineering marvel completed in 1893 that cuts through the narrow isthmus to connect the Peloponnese peninsula with mainland Greece. You will have time to step out onto the bridge to take photos of the sheer rock walls and the bright blue water running twenty one meters wide below you before continuing deeper into the countryside.
As you arrive in the Peloponnese region later in the morning, you will spend your time exploring the lush grounds of ancient Olympia. You can run on the exact track where ancient Olympians competed centuries ago and wander through the well preserved ruins of the ancient sports complex. You will also visit the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus to understand the deep spiritual and athletic history that defined these games for nearly twelve hundred years.
The final portion of the tour takes you inside the Archaeological Museum of Olympia and the Museum of the Olympic Games to view a remarkable collection of ancient statues and historical artifacts. After immersing yourself in the ideals of excellence in body, mind, and spirit, you will relax on the comfortable return drive. Your private excursion concludes in the late afternoon with a direct dropoff back at your starting location in Athens.
Important Info
Prices
$500
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