Katakolon Private Tours Olympia Shore Excursions by Mamousis
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Book Now for an Unforgettable Day! Embark on a journey through time, culture, and beauty. Whether you’re a history lover, a foodie, or simply looking to explore the stunning Greek countryside, this tour offers something special for everyone. Book your tour today and create memories that will last a lifetime.
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Visitors to Olympia, the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games, can explore one of the most important sanctuaries of ancient Greece. Key highlights include: The Temple of Zeus: Once home to the massive statue of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The Temple of Hera: One of the oldest temples in Greece, where the Olympic flame is still lit today during a special ceremony. The Ancient Stadium: This is where the Olympic Games were held, and visitors can still walk along the track. The Philippeion: A circular building dedicated to Philip II of Macedon and his family, including Alexander the Great. The Palaestra and Gymnasium: Areas where athletes trained before the games.
The Archaeological Museum of Olympia is one of the most important museums in Greece. It displays artifacts found in the ancient sanctuary and gives a deep insight into the history of the Olympic Games and ancient Greek culture. Highlights of the museum include: The statue of Hermes by Praxiteles: A masterpiece of ancient Greek sculpture, known for its beauty and elegance. The Nike of Paionios: A stunning statue of the goddess of victory, originally placed on a high pedestal to celebrate a military win. Sculptures from the Temple of Zeus: These impressive works once decorated the temple and tell stories from Greek mythology. Bronze collection: One of the richest collections of ancient bronzes in the world, including weapons, tools, and small statues. Everyday objects and offerings: These include pottery, jewelry, and votive offerings, helping visitors understand life and religion in ancient Olympia.
Visit Klio’s Honey Farm in Ancient Olympia Klio’s Honey Farm is a charming, family-run place just a short walk from the ancient site of Olympia. Visitors are welcomed by Klio and her family, who share the tradition of beekeeping that has been passed down for generations. During the visit, you can: Learn about traditional Greek beekeeping and how honey is made using natural methods. Taste local products, including pure honey, homemade sweets, and other treats made with love and care. Explore the beautiful garden, full of aromatic herbs, fruit trees, and flowers that attract the bees. Enjoy a warm, authentic experience, where history, nature, and local culture come together. Klio’s Honey Farm offers a peaceful and educational stop, perfect for families and anyone who wants to experience the flavors and hospitality of rural Greece.
Visit the Monastery of Kremasti near Ancient Olympia The Monastery of Kremasti is a hidden gem nestled in the mountains near Ancient Olympia. Built into a rocky cliff, the monastery seems to "hang" from the rocks—hence its name, Kremasti, which means "hanging" in Greek. Visitors to the monastery can: Admire breathtaking views of the surrounding valley and mountains from this peaceful location. Explore the historic church, with beautiful frescoes, traditional architecture, and a serene atmosphere. Learn about the monastery's history, which dates back to the 17th century and its role in the region's spiritual and cultural life. Experience the tranquility and spirituality of a place still cared for by nuns and visited by pilgrims and locals. The Monastery of Kremasti offers a unique combination of natural beauty, history, and devotion, making it a peaceful and meaningful stop during your visit to Olympia.
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We will be waiting for you at the meeting point holding a sign with your names on it, so you can easily recognize us.
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- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(24)
My family and I had a wonderful tour of Olympia Archeological Site, Klio’s honey farm and the Kremastis Monastery with Mr. Mamousis. He provided great insight into the history of the area, shared stories about his own life, and was a delightful conversationist. He did not accompany us inside the Olympia Archeological Site as he’s not licensed as an official guide, but gave us an informational booklet to take with us and the site itself had plenty of informational signs. We appreciated the flexibility of being able to decide how much time we wanted to spend in Olympia/museum (recommend 2 hours minimum) before going to the honey farm and the monastery. The honey farm was interesting and a nice cool stop on a hot day. The monastery was small but had great views.
The private tour was absolutely the way to go. Our driver was so friendly and helpful and accommodating to our needs. The owner is the one that met us outside the ruins to tell us what we would see on the inside. They don't go in with you so be sure to get the guidebook at the entrance so you know more about each spot while you are in there. Great value.
Gus was amazing! He was so fun and friendly and explained a lot of history of Olympia to us ! We went to an olive oil farm and got a great tour , followed by a winery tour and tasting and then to the Olympia monument site and then to the beach! He drove very safely and never made us feel rushed. He took time to ask us about our holiday and our country of Canada . We became good friends! This is a great tour don’t miss it! It’s a beautiful country with such wonderful People. Communication was easy with him both during and prior to the excursion.. he picked us up flight from the cruise port .
Lot of fun and worth it! Fotis, our guide, was excellent and met us right outside the boat. Easiest way to communicate to either text or call is with WhatsApp and you'll use it often. Guides aren't allowed into the sites so they will drop you off and you'll see the site then text/call when done. Fotis gave us plenty of time to see everything and we were done early a few times to move to next spot. The tour company will email you a description of the itinerary as well as the entrance fees. Crowds were there of course but didn't impact our plans. Highlight was the honey farm and Olympia (leave plenty of time because it's a large area). Fotis then took us to eat lunch at a great spot overlooking the coast and food was excellent. A great day and highly recommend! It's nice to have a private tour for flexibility, insider knowledge/recommendations and getting to know the area.
We had a wonderful day! We learned so much about the area. Our visit to the Monastery and ruins was very interesting. The highlight of our trip was our visit to the Olive Oil Farm where we had a tour and then a lunch, which was amazing! Definitely a must in Olympia. Our guide, Theodoros, was so knowledgeable and kind. He made sure we had time to see everything and got us back to our cruise ship exactly when we wanted to be there. It was a memorable day!
We had a wonderful time Enjoyed learning about Greece Lots of friendly chatter and a very knowledgeable guide Able to personalise trip to suit rates and needs. Was escorted at all times
We were met by Jon who took us to the Olympic site. Then we were greeted by the owner of the company who kindly showed us and explained what we were looking at. After that we went to a honey farm. It was interesting. But beware they charge when you leave. We went to a quaint Greek restaurant that was good. I liked the fact that our driver took us wherever we wanted to go. The best reason to go Private
The locations were wonderful!
Was disappointed all the photos for the tour showed a van but we got a 4 person taxi whose air conditioning did not work good and the car smelled like cigarette smoke. I didn't read the description good, it was pretty much a taxi service to/from each spot. I did really enjoy the honey farm, and the driver was very personable, it just wasn't what I had expected.
Theodoros worked hard to accommodate our request for transportation to an olive mill we preferred to go to as well as the ancient ruins. He arranged a private driver for us and our day in Katakolon/Olympia was one of the best days of our trip. It was also a very competitive price, almost better than the local taxis waiting for tourists getting off cruise ships. As cruisers, we wanted to ensure we got to see what was important without the stress of cutting it close to our sail away time. Nickolas, our driver, was not only gracious but very enthused and educated about the area and its history. He spoke excellent English and was very accommodating. His main objectives seem to be that we relaxed and enjoyed the locations and the history he was so very proud of. BONUS: Our lunch experience (his recommendation) at Taverna Osteris was our best meal in Greece and we truly enjoyed being among the locals. Thank you, Nicholas and thank you, Theodoros. We hope to see you again.
