Half Day Olympia Private Tour
Description
Good for avoiding crowds We can modify the visiting places according to your needs and always on time. We offer you the opportunity to discover the unique history of Olympic games with the help of our eloquent, friendly, local guides in English . Since the sanctuary of Olympia was not built in a day ,couple of hours are sufficient to experience a lovely Olympia tour.
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Itinerary
Market of Ancient Olympia, Olympia, Greece Discover the birthplace of the Olympic Games by first visiting the archeological site. You will admire the stunning view of the most famous monuments such as the ancient stadium, that hosted 40.000 spectators sited,the temple of Zeus and Hera’s and many more.
where you will see the metopes from the temple of Zeus, the magnificent statue of Hermes of Praxiteles, the statue of Nike of Paionios and the helmet of Miltiades, a famous general from the Persian wars. You can also visit the Museum of the History of the games where you can learn more about how the Olympic games begun and the sports they were included.
You will learn a lot about the production of honey and have the chance to try it as well.
A great place for the Summer with lovely view of the bay of the Ionian Sea where you can enjoy a drink and swim.
We visit the monastery if you want to follow the tour schedule if not we can visit another place of your choice at the same distance. The monastery is located, between the villages Lanthi and Labeti on steep rock with an amazing view of the mountain Erymanthos and the forest of Foloi.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Our meeting place will be the first exit from Katakolon Port. Upon your arrival at the port, I will be there to pick you up with our vehicle and provide you with a tour which will last 4-5 hours max. I will be holding a board with your name written on it, so you will easily recognize me. Out of the service area is available upon request.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Private tour only for your group by Andreas Stamos
Reviews(118)
Excellent views and guiding from Marilena. Deep knowledge of the Olympia culture and history. Clear answers to all our questions.
I would not consider this a tour. It was a taxi driver who picks you up and takes you to Olympia. It would be cheaper to just get a taxi at the port. If you want a true tour book elsewhere.
This was an amazing tour, very tailored to our interests and needs! Andreas showed us beautiful flowers & other vegetation, and olive trees in bloom. We went to the top of a monastery, with gorgeous views, and an incredible quiet peacefulness. We had an overview of the Olympic grounds, and Andreas provided interesting historical information. We had a tour of an olive mill, with tastings, and I even had some of the flavored oils shipped home! We were hurrying to get back to our ship, but Andreas knew where to get grilled sardines (a Greek speciality) and salads to go. He delivered us back in perfect time! This tour was a highlight of our entire trip...I can't recommend Taxi Katakolo highly enough!!!
Marilena was very accommodating and attentive to our family. She was very knowledgeable and wanted ensure the we each enjoyed our time in Olympia.
This was my favorite tour of our cruise. Marilena was a fantastic guide and spent her birthday with us! She gave us plenty of time at the site of the first Olympics, took us to an Olive Mill (which was incredible) and then to a private beach that was the perfect ending. Her communication and service was exceptional.
Enjoyed the itinerary. Archeological site much more interesting than expected. Enjoyed Honey Farm and a lunch break. We did an extra stop at Olive Oil Mill. Day we'll spent. Driver friendly and knowledgeable
Thanks for everything and to Dimitra who took us for the visit with respect and great attention . We really appreciated it . Even with the voice translator on google , we were able to discuss along the visit . Once more , thanks to Andreas and Dimitra!
Thank you for your nice words it was pleasure having you!
We had a fantastic trip! We booked a private tour directly with Andreas. He was easy to communicate with and very responsive. I booked a few months in advance and stayed in contact prior to our trip. He even called me direct the day before to keep me informed. He met us as we disembarked with a sign, so we found him easily! His wife was our driver, and his son was our tour guide. They were both a joy to be around and instantly made us feel welcome and at ease. His son spoke very, very good English (which was a blessing as the rest of us could not speak Greek) and narrated our entire trip. We learned a lot about the region and culture from him. A bonus was he wore a headset to make sure the 2 in the rear seat of the van could hear him clearly, this was the only tour guide/driver that offered that service and it was so very appreciated! It was overcast and they even provided umbrellas, which was so unexpected! They came in hand during our tour of the Archeological Site. Because we beat the buses to the site we were able to get through quicker than most and he made several suggestions on what else we might do to fill our day. I would most definitely recommend this company! A private driver is the only way to go, especially if you are on a cruise and have very limited time in port. Contact him, you will not be disappointed!!
Thank you for your nice words it was pleasure to meet you!
Such a genuinely caring TAXI operator, with a luxurious quiet 35 minute ride. All the way, Demetra was doing an amazing job of sharing her local knowledge of the culture and our pending visit to the ancient Olympia ruins and stunning museum collection, all by using a translation app. Was enjoyable to hear the native tongue before hearing it back in a British female voice. She was so kind to take us into the locals only street cafe for lattes and fresh orange-rind pound cake. Demetra was like family by the time we completed our four-hour personal travel. The BEST 👌
Thank you very much for your trust and your kind words.
Dimitra provided a truly 5-star experience during our day in Olympia, treating us like family from the moment we met! She was incredibly thoughtful, picking us up in a late-model car stocked with water, and since it started to rain, she was fully prepared with umbrellas. Even though she speaks limited English, she used Google Translate perfectly to guide us through our shopping, dinner, and olive oil mill visit. She even went above and beyond by gifting us her own olive oil and letting us meet her two sons via video call. Her warmth and preparation made for an unforgettable trip—we couldn't recommend her more!
Thank you for your beautiful comments. We are very happy to hear that you have enjoyed the tour with Dimitra
