Embark on a full-day tour of Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Explore ancient ruins, the Temple of Zeus, and the Archaeological Museum.
Embark on a full-day tour of Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Explore ancient ruins, the Temple of Zeus, and the Archaeological Museum.
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Corinth Canal - The half-day tour of Ancient Corinth begins with a 45-mile journey along the National Highway. The tour will arrive at the famous Corinth Canal, also known as the Isthmus Canal, which links the Saronic Sea with the Corinthian Sea.
The canal, completed in the late 19th century, was a dream over 2000 years in the making. Prior to its…
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Corinth Canal - The half-day tour of Ancient Corinth begins with a 45-mile journey along the National Highway. The tour will arrive at the famous Corinth Canal, also known as the Isthmus Canal, which links the Saronic Sea with the Corinthian Sea.
The canal, completed in the late 19th century, was a dream over 2000 years in the making. Prior to its construction, ships in the Aegean Sea wishing to reach the Adriatic or dock in Corinth, a prosperous shipping hub, had to navigate around the Peloponnese, adding an extra 185 nautical miles to their voyage.
It is believed that Periander, the tyrant of Corinth in 602 BC, was the first to envision the Corinth Canal. Due to the complexity of the project and the limited technology of the era, Periander built the diolkós, a stone road that enabled ships to be moved on wheeled platforms.
In 67 AD, Emperor Nero attempted to construct the canal with the labor of 6,000 slaves, but his assassination halted the project before completion. The canal was finally completed in the last decade of the 19th century. - Archaeological Site of Olympia - Olympia is renowned for the Olympic Games, which were held every four years in honor of the god Zeus, starting in 776 B.C. At Olympia, visitors can explore the Temple of Zeus, which housed the gold and ivory statue of Zeus, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Temple of Hera, where the Olympic Flame is lit every four years, Phidias’s workshop, the ancient Olympic stadium, and the Archaeological Museum.

- Private transportation
- Professional Drivers (Not licensed to accompany you into the sites)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Professional Drivers (Not licensed to accompany you into the sites)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Local licensed tour guide (Optional / 180 Euros payable in cash).Subject to availability.
- Airport pickup/drop-off on request (additional fee varies by vehicle type)
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- Local licensed tour guide (Optional / 180 Euros payable in cash).Subject to availability.
- Airport pickup/drop-off on request (additional fee varies by vehicle type)
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
Explore Olympia, known as the “valley of the gods” and the birthplace of the Olympic Games, with a comprehensive day trip departing from Athens.
Why Choose Hellenic Private Tours?
- Customizable Tours and Services: Tailored to meet your specific requirements.
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Expert Drivers: Professional and certified, with fluency in English.
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Explore Olympia, known as the “valley of the gods” and the birthplace of the Olympic Games, with a comprehensive day trip departing from Athens.
Why Choose Hellenic Private Tours?
- Customizable Tours and Services: Tailored to meet your specific requirements.
- Expert Drivers: Professional and certified, with fluency in English.
- Top-Quality Vehicles: Modern Mercedes sedans, minivans, and minibuses, all well-maintained and officially licensed for tourism.
- Outstanding Client Reviews: Praised by travelers worldwide.
- Responsive Customer Support: A dedicated team ready to assist you promptly.
- Experienced Tour Guides: Access to a wide network of licensed and seasoned guides, available upon request.
- Your tour is totally private. No unknown passengers will participate in your group.
- Infant car seats are available upon request
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.