Best of Olympia

Best of Olympia

7 hours | Katakolon (Olympia) | K A 1 - 1 0 0
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Description

Points of Interest

  • Olympia Archaeological Site
  • Olympia Archaeological Museum
Includes meal, Moderate activity

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

After a 30-minute drive from the harbor in your motorcoach, you'll arrive to the gateway to Olympia. Your first destination is the Olympia Archaeological Site, home to the Temple of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Although just a chaotic heap of ruins today, the dimensions of the temple are truly impressive. The Temple of Hera is also yours to explore, as is Stadium where the Olympics began nearly 1,500 years ago. A short walk away, the Archaeological Museum displays some of the temple's finest decorative sculpture. Next, you'll visit the Ancient Olympic Games Museum, where you'll learn of the many athletic feats that took place a millennium ago, and view architectural finds. Your tour concludes with an authentic Greek lunch at a first-class venue and shopping in the modern village of Olympia.

Special Notes:

In order to protect the historic environment, local regulations require motorcoaches to park approximately 1,200 yards from the exit of the Olympia site. The tour also involves extensive walking over gravel and uneven paths. Depending on parking, passengers may be asked to cross a bridge with 25 steps in order to reach the Archeological Museum. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Passengers with limited mobility should take this into consideration.

Flash photography is not allowed in the museum. Bring a hat.

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Depart from ship for a guided tour of the Olympia Archaeological Site

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Travel time: 00:30
Time at site: 01:55
Free time at site: 20
Inside visit: Yes
Walking distance: 1200
Restroom available: Yes

Guided tour of the Olympia Archaeological Museum

Transport type: Walking
Travel time: 00:05
Time at site: 01:00
Free time at site: 15
Inside visit: Yes
Walking distance: 500
Steps: 20
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: Yes

Guided tour of the Olympic Games Museum

Transport type: Walking
Travel time: 00:10
Time at site: 00:40
Inside visit: Yes
Walking distance: 250
Steps: 5
Restroom available: Yes

Lunch at a leading local venue

Transport type: Walking
Travel time: 00:10
Time at site: 01:10
Walking distance: 20
Steps: 5
Restroom available: Yes

Free time in Olympia Village

Transport type: Walking
Travel time: 00:05
Time at site: 00:45
Free time at site: 45
Inside visit: No
Walking distance: 300
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: Yes

Re-board your motorcoach and return to your ship

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Travel time: 00:30