Katakolon Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Ancient Olympia, Archeological Site and Archeological Museum
Overview
When you arrive in the Katakolon port, discover part of ancient Greece on a private shore excursion to Olympia. Learn about the origins of the Olympic Games as you visit the site of the former Olympic complex with your private guide. Walk around the remains of the first-ever Olympic stadium, the gymnasium, the Temple of Zeus and other ancient landmarks at the World Heritage-listed Archaeological Site of Olympia and the Archaeological Museum of Olympia. Then see how today’s locals live in modern Olympia as you enjoy free time to explore the city.
What's Included
- Transport by private vehicle and professional driver
- Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Private guide
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Olympia
Meeting and Pickup
You must contact the local service provider at least 48hrs before tour to be informed on the exact pickup time (meeting point will be provided on your confirmation voucher)
What To Expect
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Archaeological Site of Olympia
1 hour 20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Archaeological Museum of Olympia
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Olympia
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- At time of booking, Cruise Ship passengers must provide the following details under Special Requirements: Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Children who do not occupy a seat are free of charge. Children who occupy a seat and are up to 11 years old, benefit from a discount
- Ancient Olympia, Archaeological Site and Archaeological Museum might be closed on Sundays and bank holidays
- Please enter your preferred pickup time in the Special Requirements box at the time of booking, and reconfirm 48 hours prior to the tour’s departure time
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- Transport by private vehicle and professional driver.
- Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee.
- Port pickup and drop-off.
- Private guide.
- Gratuities.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Olympia.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Katakolon Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Ancient Olympia, Archeological Site and Archeological Museum is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Katakolon Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Ancient Olympia, Archeological Site and Archeological Museum will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Transport by private vehicle and professional driver
- Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Private guide
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Olympia
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- At time of booking, Cruise Ship passengers must provide the following details under Special Requirements: Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Children who do not occupy a seat are free of charge. Children who occupy a seat and are up to 11 years old, benefit from a discount
- Ancient Olympia, Archaeological Site and Archaeological Museum might be closed on Sundays and bank holidays
- Please enter your preferred pickup time in the Special Requirements box at the time of booking, and reconfirm 48 hours prior to the tour’s departure time
