Our Private Tour is dedicated to the UNESCO world heritage site of Ancient Olympia. After pickup at your hotel, cruise ship or Airport by your private & informative tour driver, sit back & relax in one of our new full extra Mercedes models with free WiFi & bottled water as you set off to enjoy the drive through olive groves & orchards of the rugged Peloponnese countryside before arriving at Ancient Olympia before lunchtime.
Founded in the 8th century B.C. & set in a beautiful river valley you can take the time you need to savour its special atmosphere & explore its extensive ruins which include the places where the original athletes were taught & trained, and enter the tunnel to emerge in the stadium in which they competed. The site also has many buildings & temples to see including the Temple of Zeus and Hera where the Olympic Flame is lit, and the workshop of Phidiias, creator & architect of the statue of Zeus which was one of the 7-wonders of the ancient world.
Not to be missed is the modern on-site museum which houses many masterpieces and a large amount of artifacts uncovered from the site, from pre-history to early Christian periods. Its permanent collection includes an almost complete pediment of sculpture from the Temple Of Zeus, a bronze collection & many significant pieces such as the very drinking cup of Phidias, excavated from his workshop & possessing his name in the inscription.
Additional Booking options allow you to add a Traditional Lunch in one of the best local Restaurants (Gold Package) or Lunch and an expert Archaeological guide (Platinum Package).
Tour 100% exclusive to your group
Professional English speaking experienced Tour driver throughout the day
PICKUP & RETURN LOCATIONS. From Central Athens Hotels or Residence, Piraeus Port, Athens Yacht Marina, or Cruise Ship Terminal
VEHICLE TYPE PER GROUP: Groups of 1 to 3: with Sedan Car; 4 to 7 with Mercedes Minivan; 8 to 19 Mercedes Sprinter
WIFI, A/C, & bottled water available in all vehicles during travel
Booking Option Inclusions as follows:
SILVER PACKAGE: New Sedan Mercedes Luxury E-Class..
GOLD PACKAGE: New Sedan Mercedes Luxury E-Class. Lunch with Traditional Greek Cuisine in one of the best local restaurants (excluding Alcoholic drinks).
PLATINUM PACKAGE: New Sedan Mercedes Luxury E-Class; Lunch with Traditional Greek Cuisine in one of the best local restaurants (excluding Alcoholic drinks). A Licensed Expert for Private Guiding at Ancient Olympia.
HOTEL PICK UP: We will meet you at your hotel reception area.
AIRBNB OR ATHENS ADDRESS: We will meet you outside the address at street level
CRUISE SHIP PICK UP: For Cruise ship pick up please provide the ship name; all passenger names; one passport number.
PICKUP FROM AIRPORT & LOCATIONS OUTSIDE CENTRAL ATHENS: May require a supplement. Please inquire for details.
LUNCH: if you have booked a package including lunch please let us know of any dietary requirements
GUIDING/LICENCED GUIDES: Your knowledgeable tour driver will inform you en-route but can not enter archaeological sites. Expert Licenced Guides are available on your request at an additional charge
LUGGAGE: If you have additional or oversize Luggage please inform us so we may provide the most appropriate vehicle. Especially for groups of 1 to 3 guests booking with sedan vehicles. Please note we are not responsible for luggage safety.