Ancient Olympia Shore Excursion with traditional lunch

Once you are in the port of Katakolon , visiting Olympia is a must. This tour is ideal for travellers who have limited time. You will be picked up on the scheduled time and you will be taken to your destination in a luxurious, air-conditioned vehicle with safety. On the way, there will be live commentary explaining everything about the area and the sites you will visit. In Olympia you will see the Site where the first Olympic Games started and the Museum which houses rare artifacts such as Hermes of Praxitelis. Another highlight is the local traditional lunch. A place worth visiting as you will feel the warmth of the Greek hospitality, buffet lunch and you will experience things as a local.

Itinerary

1. Explore the place where the first Olympic Games started. Visit the temple of Zeus which housed one of the Seven Wonders of the world. Discover the place where the Olympic Torch is lit every 4 years. Exploration in Olympia site will be on your own (Licensed guide within Olympia site is not included in the tour price and is available upon request with additional fee - In case needed please contact us prior the booking) (1h 0min)
2. The Archaeological Museum of Olympia, one of the most important museums in Greece. It houses masterpieces of classical art such as the sculptures of Zeus' temple and two celebrated works of Graeco-Roman antiquity, the statues of Nike by Paeonios and Hermes by Praxiteles. (30 min)
3. Just a breath away from the museum and the ruins in Olympia there is this great place having traditional greek buffet. Up on the Olympian hill you can find the real traditional greek taste combined with the greek culture. You will have the chance there to explore the local food culture and music habits (1h 0min)