Before you head for world-wide known Olympia, enjoy a short stop in neoclassical city of Pyrgos, the capital city of Ilia region.
After this quick visit, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Olympia, home to the first Olympic games by using a virtual reality application. You will be able to visualize in 360 deg. and 3D, the glorious, inspiring monuments that once stood there. Enjoy a full reconstruction of Buildings and Statues of antiquity, including the Temple of Zeus, the Stadium, the Philippeion, the Gymnasium, the Temple of Hera etc.. Don't miss to enter virtually in the Temple of Zeus and stare at one ot the seven wonders of the ancient world, the giant gold and ivory statue of the father of twelve Gods seated on his throne.
Afterwards, enjoy free time in modern town of Olympia. Stroll among the picturesque narrow roads full of touristic shops and cafés and spend some free time before it is time to return back to Katakolon port, on time for your cruise ship departure.
Posted By : Alan_H
Was our first time in Olympia and didn’t want to miss a thing - Joanna and Nassaus made sure we didn’t miss out. It really pays to see a place with so much history and interest - I would thoroughly recommend this tour!
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Posted On : 2023-06-30 02:48:12 
Posted By : Guy R
We used this tour company for Olympia and Athens. It is much cheaper than what is offered by cruise companies. It provides transport and an English speaking guide who was very friendly and knowledgable. He gave advice on how to enjoy the city and save money doing it.
We greatly recommend their services.
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Posted On : 2019-10-09 07:35:38 
Posted By : Lydia21
We booked this ahead of time so expected to find as promised while our short port stop- over during our cruise. We found them without too much trouble, but then we were taken to our bus and left stranded waiting on the bus...no driver and no one else! it was crazy. So we had to walk back to the starting place and get help. The guide came through for us...very committed to making all things right. He worked hard at it! Once back on the bus, the trip was a success with guided talks which was a bonus we had not expected. All and all his service recovery saved the day! This is a great value as to a to and from access to Olympia from the port.
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Posted On : 2019-08-18 15:28:31
Posted By : BernardVassallo_4
Just back from a tour this morning with Geo Travel to Olympia.
Highly recommended as I was very pleased and satisfied (as I was a bit wary after reading some reviews here)
Yes, you need to wait 10-15 minutes to board the bus initially but it is understandable, I believe.
Easy, friendly ride to Olympia.
John, the tour leader, was kind and very informative. A real helpful person who deals efficiently with customers. Yes, it is expected to tip extra but then he was worth it. Bravo!
I honestly recommend this tour. Yes had an issue whereby i was charged slightly extra once i arrived (from the price quoted via email) but this, hopefully thanks yo John who advised me accordingly, should be sorted tomorrow in Athens (aa i was so pleased today, I booked the athens tour tomorrow). Will keep you posted if this small issue was amended or not.
Yet, if in Katakolon, think about this tour.
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Posted On : 2018-08-29 09:56:51
Posted By : Jose G
This private tour to Olympia was worth it. Our driver and guide were waiting at the port. The ride to Olympia was about 30 minutes they were informative and very helpful. Once in Olympia the guide had maps, pictures and very knowledgeable. We walked right past the crowds. We stayed as long or as little as we wanted at any one of the sites. Then we went to the museum, same thing there. We then went to Pygros, not much to see. We walked to the main plaza and had a coffee at one of the open cafes.
