Ancient Olympia Day Trip
What We Offer
✓ Private, luxury, smoke-free, fully air-conditioned vehicles
✓ Option to pre-purchase tickets for a smoother entry
✓ Licensed tour guide upon request (subject to availability, additional cost)
✓ Airport pick-up or drop-off (additional cost)
✓ Baby seats or booster seats available upon request
✓ Complimentary cold bottled water
What Sets Us Apart
✦ Oldest private tour company in Athens with decades of expertise
✦ Best and most experienced drivers in the business
✦ Thousands of happy clients and excellent reviews across multiple platforms
✦ Services priced per vehicle, not per person, making them more affordable for families and groups
Itinerary
Pick-up from your Athens accommodation (approx. 07:00)
Your private driver will meet you early in the morning to begin your full-day journey to Ancient Olympia.
Corinth Canal (short photo stop)
Enjoy a brief stop at the Corinth Canal to admire this impressive engineering landmark.
Drive to Ancient Olympia (approx. 3.5–4 hours)
Continue through the Peloponnese, enjoying a scenic drive toward one of the most important sanctuaries of the ancient world.
Ancient Olympia (approx. 2 hours)
Explore the archaeological site of Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games. Highlights include:
- The Temple of Zeus
- The Temple of Hera
- The Philippeion
- The original Olympic Stadium
- The Gymnasium and Palaestra
- The altar of the Olympic flame
Archaeological Museum of Olympia
Visit the museum housing an exceptional collection of artifacts, including the famous Hermes of Praxiteles.
Lunch stop (approx. 75–90 minutes)
Enjoy a relaxing meal at a local taverna featuring traditional Peloponnesian cuisine.
Return to Athens
Begin your return journey to Athens, arriving in the early evening.
Good to Know
✓ This is a full-day experience with extended driving time, ideal for travelers interested in ancient Greek history
✓ An early start is recommended to make the most of your visit
✓ A licensed tour guide can be arranged upon request for a more in-depth experience
