Private Olympia & Corinth Canal Tour: Relive Ancient Greece's Athletic Glory from Athens
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Embark on a private tour to ancient Olympia and the Corinth Canal, where you'll discover the birthplace of the Olympic Games and admire the engineering marvel of the canal. Explore at your own pace, learn about ancient Greece's athletic glory, and indulge in a delicious lunch with local wine.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Corinth Canal - Begining with a drive along the coast, you will get the chance to see some Greek seaside villages and the island of Salamis. Salamis is where the historical naval battle took place between the Athenians and the Persians. Our first stop of the day, is the Corinth Canal. Eventually opened in 1892 separating the Peloponnese from the rest of Greece all the while connecting the Saronic Gulf to the Corinthian Sea. You will have time to walk across on a pedestrian bridge and admire the canal closer, you may even go bungee jumping!
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicles
- Knowledgeable professional drivers
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Entrance Fees [12€ for over 6 yo Non EU & 24 yo EU Citizens]
- Licensed tour guide (upon request and depending on availability)
Additional Information
Embark on a private day tour to the historical Olympia, the origin of the Olympic Games, in the luxury of a premium vehicle or minibus. Marvel at the architectural brilliance of the Corinth Canal, and discover the chronicles of the greatest athletes of ancient Greece at the ruins of the gymnasium and race tracks, as well as the site’s archaeological museum. Following this landmark journey, we would recommend an excellent spot for a delightful lunch complemented by local wine.
- Experience the Corinth Canal up-close
- Enjoy exploring the Peloponnese at your leisure
- Understand the genesis of the Olympic Games in ancient Olympia
- See the Iconic Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus
- Benefit from a private English-speaking driver who provides historical context
- Make a stop for a delicious lunch and local wine
Location
Corinth Canal
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Nomad10602700668
Apr 6, 2023
Great Tour, Highly Recommended - We did this tour with Georgios from Ioannis's company.
Our experience was impeccable. Timely pickup, comfortable car, and a great tour guide.
Ioannis configured this tour based on our timings and requirements. Georgios kept us well informed with his narrative on the tour. Very professional tour guide and overall an awesome company to work with. Highly recommended.
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