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Private Day Trip to Ancient Olympia; Origins of the Olympic Games

Name: Private Day Trip to Ancient Olympia; Origins of the Olympic Games
Brand: Welcome Pickups
Price: 793.54 USD
Availability: InStock

Athens, Greeceactivity

Operated byWelcome Pickups

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Duration11h

DifficultyEasy

Guide speaksEnglish

Private groupUp to 10 people

PickupIncluded, about 5 minutes before

Book byAt least 12 hours ahead

FormatGuided

About this experience

Discover the birthplace of the Olympic Games on a private full-day trip to Ancient Olympia. Enjoy hotel pickup in a spacious, air-conditioned vehicle with a friendly English-speaking driver. First, stop at the Corinth Canal, an engineering marvel linking the Aegean and Ionian Seas, perfect for photos. Continue to Ancient Olympia, where the first Olympic Games were held. Explore the Altis ruins, the Temple of Zeus site, and the original stadium track. Visit the Archaeological Museum to see masterpieces like Hermes by Praxiteles, the Nike of Paionios, and sculptures from the Temple of Zeus. The fully customizable tour lets you adjust stops or extend your time. After exploring at your own pace, relax on the drive back to your hotel, enriched by the spirit and history of Ancient Greece.

What you will do

Athens
Hotel Pickup. Your Welcome driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Athens at a convenient time of your choice.
Isthmia
The Corinth Canal or Isthmos how local's call it is a narrow waterway cutting through the Isthmus of Corinth, linking the Aegean and Ionian Seas.
Ancient Olympia is the birthplace of the Olympic Games and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What's included

Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off
Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
Fuel and Tolls
All taxes and handling charges
Hotel pickup and drop-off
WiFi on board
Water

Not included

Meals and beverages
Tips and Gratuities
Ancient Olympia
Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions

Where you'll be

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Approximate. The operator confirms the exact meeting point on your booking.

Before you book

Accessibility and suitability

Not wheelchair accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infants must not sit on laps
For 1-4 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
For 5-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
For 9-12 people: A private minibus will be assigned to your group.
For 13-17 people: A private bus will be assigned to your group.
Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides, sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative.
Please show this to your driver.
Your Welcome Pickups driver will be waiting for you at the selected pickup location and time.
Before your ride, you’ll receive your driver’s details, including their name, phone number, and car information, so you can easily recognize them.