Excursion to Olympia Archeological Site from Zante
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
The birthplace of the Olympic Games is on the mainland Greece. Catch the ferry over from Zante and head to ancient Olympia for a journey through the centuries. You'll also visit the Archaeological Museum. After docking at Kyllini, we'll drive to one of the most important sanctuaries of antiquity. Alongside a licensed Olympia guide and our own local expert, you'll discover where the Olympic Games began in the 8th century BC. See the remains of the stadium where 45,000 spectators cheered on their favorite athletes, including the finishing line and waterside gym. An iPad will bring to life the ruins to see how they once looked. You'll also see the ruins of the Temple of Hera, where the Olympic flame was first lit, and the Temple of Zeus. It was here that the statue of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, once stood. Then head to the Archaeological Museum to see its collection of statues and bronzes. Finally, head into Olympia town for lunch and a poke around the shops.
Inclusions
What's included
- Transport
- Escort
- Admission fees
- Ferry ticket
- Guided tour
- Panoramic bus tour
- Guide
- Audio headset guide
What's not
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
Enjoy a day trip to mainland Greece to visit the archaeological site of Olympia. Wander around the site of the ancient Olympics, seeing the ruins of the stadium.See illustrations on an iPad that bring to life how ancient Olympia looked like
Discover the Archaeological Museum and enjoy free time in the town of Olympia.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 100 travellers
- Operated by
- TUI HELLAS
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not suitable for younger children or guests with reduced mobility
- Bring a hat, sunblock and a bottle of water
- You'll be joined by one of our local experts for the duration of the tour, however during your visit to the Olympia site and museum, a licensed guide will accompany you
- Bring your passport or official EU identification
- Bring suitable footwear
- The total duration of the tour includes the transport.
How it compares in Laganas
- Its from-price is 45% above the median of the 11 day trips we list in Laganas.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 4 of 11.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Laganas
Laganas is a beach resort on the south coast of Zakynthos, set on a wide bay that is a protected nesting ground for loggerhead sea turtles.
Laganas sits on the south coast of Zakynthos, in the Ionian Islands of Greece, a few kilometres from the island's main town. A long beach of pale sand curves around Laganas Bay, backed by a strip of cafés, bars and hotels. The bay is part of the National Marine Park of Zakynthos, which protects the nesting beaches of the loggerhead sea turtle, and the shore is carefully managed to keep nests safe.
