Ancient Olympia from Nafplion
Overview
We start our tour by transferring you from Nafplion to Olympia.
Our first stop is a visit to the ancient stadium where the Olympic Games took place. Here, we will also explore the sanctuary of Zeus, which housed one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, a 13.5 meter golden statue of the god, made by Phidias.
Continuing on our tour, we will then visit the archaeological museum, where we will see outstanding findings of over 400 exhibits and see the amazing Hermes of Praxiteles. We will walk through the beautiful surrounding areas with beautiful buildings and temples that depict the beauty, harmony and balance of ancient Greek art.
At the end of the tour, we will have free time to enjoy a coffee or a meal at the nearby local cafes and restaurants. Our tour finishes with our return transfer to Nafplion.
What's Included
- Liability
- Taxes
- Pick up from your hotel or meeting point
- Return private transportation from Nafplion
- Snacks
- Tickets to archaeological sites are not included
- Professional Licensed Guide upon request with an extra cost
Meeting and Pickup
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Archaeological Site of Olympia
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Temple of Zeus
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Archaeological Museum of Olympia
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Filoxenia- Φιλοξενία
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Activity code: C-137603P13
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