In the prefecture of Ilia, in a journey of less than 2 hours, we visit the “valley of the gods”! Feel like an Olympian for a while and travel to a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Archaeological Site of Olympia, and tour the impressive buildings that the ancient Greeks used as places of worship, sports, conferences, etc. Visit the Archaeological Museum of Olympia and see up close ancient exhibits, most notably the Mercury of Praxiteles, one of the most famous ancient statues, the Paeonian Victory, a masterpiece of ancient Greek sculpture, and the sculptural decoration of the Temple of Zeus, one of the most beautiful ensembles preserved from ancient Greek art.
Duration
7 hours
Guide Languages
Greek, English
WHAT YOU WILL SEE
- The Temple of Zeus, which was built during the period of 470-456 B.C., and serves as an exemplary model of the Doric order.
- The Temple of Hera, also known as the Heraion, where many offerings were kept, among them the famous statue of Hermes by Praxiteles.
- The Stadium and its entrance, which was reserved only for officials and athletes. The stadium of Olympia had a capacity of 45,000 spectators.
- The Prytaneion, one of the oldest and most important buildings in Olympia, as it was the center of administrative and political life of the sanctuary and the headquarters for the administration of the Olympic Games. Inside the Prytaneion, the sacred fire burned on the altar of the goddess Hestia.
- The Gymnasium, where athletes would train.
- The Workshop of Phidias, where the famous Athenian sculptor supervised the construction of the chryselephantine statue of the god Zeus.
- The Zanes, the bronze statues dedicated to the god Zeus, located just before the entrance to the Stadium.
- The Stoa of Echo, or Painted Stoa, named after the paintings that adorned it. Poetry and music contests were held there.
- The Nymphaeum, also known as the Exedra of Herodes Atticus, which served as an aqueduct during the Roman period, and thanks to it, water reached the Stadium.
Included:
- Transportation and return
- Air-conditioned vehicles
- All fees and taxes
- Child seats (upon request)
Excluded:
- Guided tour services
- Entrance to the museum
- Entrance to the archaeological site
- Food stop
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TRAVEL INFORMATION
- The trip has a total duration of 7 hours.
- Departure from your hotel is between 08:00 and 10:00.
- We will stay at the archaeological site of Olympia for 2 hours.
- We will stay at the Archaeological Museum of Olympia for 1 hour.
- The maximum number of passengers is 4 people.
- The price is the same whether it’s for 1 person or 4 people.
- All children, regardless of age, count towards the maximum number of passengers.
FAQ's:
What time do we start?
From 08:00 to 10:00, departing from your hotel.
What time do we return?
The trip lasts 7 hours and depends on the departure time, potential delays, and traffic conditions.
Are there any hidden fees?
No. The price includes transportation to Ancient Olympia, a 3-hour wait, and return to your hotel.
Does the guide speak foreign languages?
All our guides speak English.
Is transportation with your company’s taxis safe?
Our taxis meet all the requirements of current Greek legislation for safe transportation, as well as all strict criteria set by our company for a quality ride.
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