Ancient Olympia Private Tour: Best Sightseeing Trip from Athens

DEPARTURE FROM ATHENS:Begin your adventure with a morning pickup (around 07:00–08:00) from your Athens location. Meet your "insider" driver, settle into your private luxury vehicle and enjoy a scenic drive through the Peloponnese as you head toward Ancient Olympia.

STOP AT CORINTH CANAL: Make a brief stop at the striking Corinth Canal. First envisioned by the ancient Greeks and completed in the 19th century, this engineering marvel connects the Aegean and Ionian Seas. Take in the views and snap some unforgettable photos. idea of connecting the Aegean with the Ionian dates back to the Ancient Greeks. Romans gave it a go albeit with limited results. And it was after the liberation, at the end of the 19th-century that the canal finally materialized. Stop shortly to admire this feat of engineering and the fascinating sight of boats crossing it. The best way to be greeted by the Peloponnese!

The site of Olympia, in a lush valley formed between the Alfios and Kladeos rivers in the Peloponnesus, has been inhabited since prehistoric times. In the 10th century B.C., Olympia became a centre for the worship of Zeus. The temple of Zeus in antiquity was housing one of the 7 wonders of the Ancient world, the gold and ivory statue of Zeus, which Phedias had created. The Altis – the sanctuary to the gods – has one of the highest concentrations of masterpieces from the ancient Greek world. In addition to temples, there are the remains of all the sports structures erected for the Olympic Games, which were held in Olympia every four years beginning in 776 B.C. Explore the sacred sanctuary of Zeus—home to one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Walk the original Olympic stadium and see the remains of temples and sports facilities where athletes once competed in honor of the gods.

You will also visit the Archaeological Museum, only a short walk from the Olympia site itself. Visit the nearby museum to see exquisite sculptures and priceless artifacts uncovered over a century of excavations. There you will find a wonderful collection of Greek sculpture, as well as treasures that have been unearthed over a century of excavations. Highlights include the statue of Hermes by Praxiteles and the Nike of Paionios

TRADITIONAL LUNCH & STROLL: Unwind in the peaceful village of Ancient Olympia. Stroll through its charming streets and enjoy a traditional Greek lunch at a local taverna. Savor fresh, regional flavors and take in the relaxed atmosphere of the Peloponnese countryside.