Ancient Olympia Tours and Activities

Delve into Greece’s rich history on this 4-day tour from Athens. Discover the UNESCO-listed classical sites of Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, and Delphi; and pay a visit to Meteora to explore its spectacular rocktop monasteries. Take a guided walking tour at each site to learn about its past, and visit other top sights, such as the Corinth Canal. Overnight accommodation in 4-star hotels, breakfasts, dinners, and coach transport are included. Including a trip to medieval Meteora, this unique ancient Greece tour is great for all history buffs.

Explore the rich history of Classical Greece on a 3-day tour departing from Athens. Led by an expert guide, see UNESCO-listed sites such as the Olympia archaeological site and discover the Delphi Archaeological Museum. Venture out on daytime excursions to Olympia, Delphi, and Epidaurus with your historian guide before enjoying your evenings in relaxed, 4-star accommodations.

Experience the myths and glory of classical Greece on this unforgettable 4-day adventure from Athens. Visit five UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Ancient Olympia, Delphi, and the cliff-top monasteries of Meteora. Walk among temples to the Greek gods, admire excavated statues at archaeological museums, and soak up some of the most spectacular scenery in Greece. The tour includes all transportation, breakfast and dinner each day, entrance fees, and your choice of 3- or 4-star overnight accommodation.

Visit four UNESCO-listed Greece highlights without the inconveniences of traveling alone or shared touring on this private 3-day private experience from Athens. Settle into a private vehicle for Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, and Delphi; and enjoy 4-star hotels each night. Plus, choose to self-guide or hire local guides (own expense) as you please. Ideal for couples, families, and friends wanting a personalized and comfortable overview of Greece’s classical and Byzantine treasures.

The Virtual Reality glasses will make you feel like you transported back to Ancient Olympia. Small and interesting stories will start automatically as you approach every monument. You visit any monument at your own pace. A virtual map will help you see your current location and the location of every monument. This is perfect also for families. Kids love the experience and it is a great way to learn about Ancient Olympia.

Discover Greece’s major classical antiquities on a 3-day tour from Athens by air-conditioned bus. Visit the Peloponnese to see Mycenae, Epidaurus, and Olympia, and after a night in Olympia, cross the Gulf of Corinth for Delphi. After overnight here, tour the world-famous Delphi site, once considered the center of the world, before a visit to Delphi Museum. Two nights’ 3- or 4-star accommodation, daily breakfast and dinner, entrance fees, and air-conditioned transport included.

The myriad wonders of ancient Greece are too many to see in a single day. With two days to explore Laconia’s history and landmarks, this private tour offers a comprehensive taste of Grecian antiquity as well as lesser-known medieval Greece. A visit to scenic Nafplion - its capitol city until 1834 - is also included.

Explore Greek culture and history on this multi-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel with a private driver to areas like the Peloponnese coast, Mycenae, Nafplion, Delphi, and ancient Olympia. Enjoy complimentary bottled water, assistance with booking accommodations, and an up-close view landmark sites (own expense) including the sanctuaries of Asclepius and Olympian Zeus, the Museum of Ancient Olympia, and the Temple of Apollo.

Wrap up five of Greece’s antiquities in a private 4-day trip from Athens, so avoiding the planning needed by independent touring. Settle into a private air-conditioned sedan or minivan, and visit the UNESCO sites of Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi, and Meteora, all with 4- or 5-star or boutique hotels beckoning each evening. Optional guiding at the sites is available (additional cost) for flexibility and entrance fees are extra.

Make the most of your time in Katakolon port with this private, half-day shore excursion to Olympia. The sanctuary of Ancient Greece and the site of the classical Olympic Games, Olympia is one of Greece’s most important archaeological sites. With your own personal guide, you’ll check off highlights such as the Temple of Zeus, the Bouleuterion and, of course, the original Olympic stadium. You’ll also have ample free time to explore modern Olympia or visit the Museum of the Olympic Games.

If planning a cruise stop in the port of Katakolon, see ancient Olympia in a stress-free way. A private driver takes you from the sleepy fishing village to the celebrated home of the Olympic Games, where you can run the ancient track and see where the Olympic flame is lit to kick off the modern games. Plus, go beyond the region's main attraction with a delicious stop at a family farm to sample honey, olive oil, jams, and Greek wine.

Spend your day at the port exploring the birthplace of the Olympic Games with this full-day, tour to Olympia that includes food tastings and skip-the-line entry to the Olympia museum. Get picked up at the pier and set off to visit a honey farm in the countryside. Enjoy lunch and a swim at the beach in warmer months. Then, explore ancient artifacts in the Olympia museum independently before being dropped off back at your port.

Travel back in time to Ancient Greece with excursions to Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi, and more. With hotels, transportation, and most meals taken care of, this 4-day tour is perfect for adventurous history-buffs who hate planning. The in-depth itinerary takes you to multiple renowned archaeological sites and their respective museums, which are overflowing with artifacts. Along the way, enjoy authentic Greek culture and cuisine.

When you’re in port in Katakolon, visit Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, on this private shore excursion. With a private guide, travel to this famous archaeological site and explore the ruined ancient stadium, athletes’ training areas, and other monuments associated with the games, first held in 776 BC, as well as relics such as the Temple of Zeus. Hear about the games’ history; visit the Archaeological Museum to see the statues and artifacts excavated here; and enjoy free time in modern Olympia before your return to Katakolon.

Walk in the footsteps of the world’s first Olympic heroes on a full-day tour from Zakynthos to ancient Olympia. Catch the ferry to the mainland and then travel to the archaeological site, where you can admire remnants of the historic birthplace of the Olympic Games and even sprint down the original racing track. Learn about the site’s history from an archaeologist guide, and view displays and ancient artifacts at the on-site museum. Enjoy free time for lunch and souvenir shopping before the return trip to Zakynthos.

Visit five of Greece’s Peloponnese signature sights without using buses or cabs on this 2-day private tour from Athens. Explore ancient Olympia, Epidaurus, Corinth, and Mycenae; and visit Venetian-built Nafplion—traveling to all of them by deluxe private sedan or minivan. Overnight 5-star accommodation is included, as are options to arrange guides and extend your trip to three days. Entrance fees are at your expense.

Maximize your limited time on dry land with a private 4-hour tour of the Peloponnese Coast. Private transportation picks you up from the Port of Katakolon at your chosen time. Travel comfortably along the scenic coast to Olympia, where you enjoy a guided visit and free time to explore. Stop at the nearby archeology museum, then take a tour of the 17th-century city of Pyrgos. Return to the port with time to spare before you disembark.

Get a comprehensive overview of classical Greece on this 7-day tour from Athens. Meals, activities, transportation, and accommodation included per itinerary.

Travel to the birthplace of the Olympic Games in comfort on a private day trip to ancient Olympia and other highlights of the Peloponnese. Admire the engineering of the Corinth Canal, and then trace the victories of ancient Greece’s greatest athletes at gymnasium and track ruins plus the site’s archeological museum. A personal driver means a flexible itinerary, with pickup available directly from your Athens hotel or the cruise port.

Get a comprehensive grip of Greece on this 8-day guided tour, staying first for 4 nights in Athens and then moving on to see some off-the-beaten-path spots, many of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Take walking tours of Athens' greatest sites, learning about the long and interesting history of the city. After departing Athens, visit the ancient theater at Epidaurus, stop by legendary Delphi, learn about the history of the Olympic games at Olympia, and explore amazing Meteora, Overnight accommodation is included and an expert guide accompanies you.

Visit the most magnificent sites of classical Greece, including eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, with this weeklong tour in a luxury minivan. Highlights of the trip include a tour of the Athens Acropolis, visits to Cornith and Olympia, and the chance to visit Delphi, known for its Oracle, along with a host of temples, monastery, and other historic sites.

Greece’s archaeological sites are scattered far and wide, and traveling between them takes time and effort. With this tour, avoid trip planning and maximize your time in Greece with a well-planned itinerary that covers dispersed historical highlights such as Epidaurus, Mycenae, Ancient Olympia, Delphi, and Meteora, as well as a trip to the island of Zakynthos.

Rather than waiting for hours in line at the ancient ruins of Olympia, skip the lines and explore the site in the way you want on this private shore excursion. After a sightseeing tour around the nearby seaside village of Katakolon, arrive at Olympia and take in the ruins of ancient monuments like the Temple of Zeus – not to mention the stadium that was the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games.

Take a break from the cruise ship crowds on a private tour to Olympia and Kourouta Beach. The excursion is a great option for history buffs, beach bums, and families alike. Private transportation whisks you away from the port and delivers you to Olympia, where you can explore the UNESCO listed archaeological site at your own pace. Then enjoy a full two-hours to enjoy the sun and surf at Kourouta Beach.