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4.9(14 reviews)

Katakolon - Olympia - Escorted Shore Excursion

From$31
4 hours
Katakolo, Greece

Full description

Meet your Escort at Katakolon Port and begin your journey aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned bus for a scenic 40-minute drive through the lush Peloponnesian countryside to the ancient site of Olympia. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a must-see destination for anyone visiting the area, renowned as the birthplace of the Olympic Games and one of the most significant archaeological sites in Greece. Upon arrival, you'll have approximately four hours to explore the site at your own pace. With the help of a detailed audio guide, delve into the rich history and cultural importance of this iconic location. Wander among the ruins of ancient temples, athletic training grounds, and the original Olympic Stadium, imagining the grandeur and spirit of the ancient games. After your self-guided tour, relax on the return journey to Katakolon Port. When purchasing tickets, please select a time equal to 1 hour after the Tour Start time Thank you

Included / Excluded

  • Audio Guide
  • Return transfer to Olympia from Katakolon Port
  • Meet the Escort at the Exit tot he Cruise Port under the Blue Banner
  • Licensed and Insured Vehicles and Escort
  • Optional Entry ticket to Olympia :- £30 Per adult and child
  • Food and Beverages

Itinerary

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Pass by: Olympia, located in the western Peloponnese, Greece, was a major ancient sanctuary and the birthplace of the Olympic Games in 776 BCE. Dedicated to Zeus, it housed the massive Temple of Zeus and the famed Statue of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Olympia was a cultural and religious center, hosting athletic competitions every four years. Today, it is an important archaeological site and a symbol of peace and athletic excellence.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps
  • Infant Seats Available

Traveler reviews

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Great transportation alternative to train

We originally planned to take the train to Olympia, but booked this transportation when we figured out the train times did not align with when our cruise was in port. We were tired of in depth tours, so this was just perfect. Tina provided some information on the drive and Teo did an excellent job driving.

Emily_KJul 13, 2026VIATOR

Absolutely Fantastic!

Tina and Panos were great from the start. Helpful, polite and thoroughly knowledgeable about history and local life. No sales pitches , no gimmicks. An extremely easy tour that my family enjoyed very much. Great value for money. Highly recommend.

wyatt_yJul 8, 2026VIATOR

Good Experience

Transportation was well organized and easy to access from the cruise ship and back. Buses were comfortable and the guide was accessible and very helpful. Definitely recommend.

Starla_BJun 25, 2026VIATOR

Gréât tour with a great guide

The excursion overall was perfect! Tina met us at the meeting point and welcomed us warmly and the bus was clean and well maintained with good air conditioning. Chris the driver was very nice too. Tina explained all the trip details to us and provided us with enough information and details about Olympic site and villages around even though it wasn’t a guided tour… we highly recommend this tour for anyone interested to visit Olympia.

Hanan_MJun 12, 2026VIATOR

Olympia on our own

We had a good time on our tour. We enjoyed that it was self guided so that we could look at everything at our own pace. Tina and Nikos did a great job and we enjoyed learning about Katakolon and Olympia.

SusanA_SMay 27, 2026VIATOR
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