• Katakolo Port - Upon arriving at Katakolon Port, the operator will meet you at the prearranged location and time. They will be holding a sign with your name clearly displayed for easy identification. You will then enjoy a safe and comfortable transfer in luxurious Mercedes vehicles. During the transfer, you can take advantage of free Wi-Fi on board, and you will also receive a complimentary local guidebook with all the essential information about the archaeological site and Museum of Ancient Olympia. The transfer takes approximately 30 minutes.

• Archaeological Site of Olympia - After an enjoyable 30-minute ride, you will arrive at Ancient Olympia. You will be dropped off just outside the renowned Archaeological Site of Ancient Olympia. Enjoy several hours of free time to explore the site and monuments at your leisure (a professional licensed guide can be arranged for an additional charge if requested). Visit the gymnasium and Palaestra, where athletes trained for competition, and feel the energy of millennia as you enter the ancient stadium, where Greece’s finest athletes once competed to honor the gods through the Olympic ideal. Marvel at the Temple of Zeus, where the famous golden statue of the god—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World—once stood. Explore the Leonidaion, a hotel built in 330 BC to host distinguished guests of the games, and delve deeper into the history of the world’s greatest athletic competition with displays and original artifacts at the Olympia Museum.

• Archaeological Museum of Olympia - The Archaeological Museum of Olympia, one of Greece’s most important museums, showcases the long history of the most celebrated sanctuary of antiquity, the sanctuary of Zeus, father of both gods and men, where the Olympic games originated. The museum’s permanent exhibition features finds from excavations in the sacred precinct of the Altis, dating from prehistoric times to the Early Christian period.

• Olympia - Enjoy nearly an hour of free time in the modern town of Olympia. Visit the market streets, also known as “agora,” where you can find various souvenir shops with leather goods and ceramics, fashion clothing stores, and jewelry shops. Afterwards, experience Greek hospitality in a local tavern or café.

• Agios Andreas - On the return journey to Katakolo, you will make a final refreshing stop at Agios Andreas Beach. After approximately a 30-minute drive, you will arrive at Agios Andreas, a stunning rocky beach and a place of exceptional natural beauty, as it was the ancient harbor of Ileia. You will have about an hour of free time to enjoy the beach, where you can have coffee, lunch, take photos, or go for a swim.

• Katakolo Port - After approximately 5 hours, it is time to return to Katakolon port. Relax in the comfortable seats of the luxurious vehicles and return to your cruise ship with unforgettable memories.

• Private transportation
• Wifi on the road
• Transportation with clean and air-conditioned cars
• Local guide book
• Bottle of water per person during transportation
• All the taxes

• Service of licensed guide – can be added upon request for an extra charge
• Entrance fees to Archaeological site & Museum of Ancient Olympia

When your cruise docks at the charming port of Katakolon, a trip to Ancient Olympia is essential. With a private driver, journey comfortably from the quaint fishing village to the birthplace of the Olympic Games – the revered grounds where athletes trained, paid homage to the gods, and participated in events that captivated the world. During this five-hour tour, discover the archaeological site and its renowned monuments, including the Temple of Zeus, the Temple of Hera, and the ancient Olympic Stadium. Proceed to the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, where treasures such as the Hermes of Praxiteles, the Nike of Paionios, and the temple sculptures are on display. Afterwards, enjoy leisure time in the modern town of Olympia to shop, wander the delightful streets, or unwind at our centrally located restaurant and café bar. Before heading back, visit the picturesque beach of Agios Andreas for a refreshing swim or a peaceful moment by the sea. A perfect combination of history, culture, and relaxation.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.