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Day Trip to Ancient Olympia: Discover the Origins of the Olympic Games

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Free cancellation available
Price is RM 2,881 per traveller* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 11h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Walk in the Footsteps of Ancient Athletes
  • Visit the Acclaimed Archaeological Museum of Olympia
  • Scenic Stop at the Corinth Canal
  • Private, Comfortable Journey
  • Flexible & Personalized Experience

Activity location

  • Olympia
    • Archaia Olympia
    • 27065, Olympia, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Athens Hotel Pickup
    • Athens
    • Athens, Athens, Greece

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Day Trip to Ancient Olympia: Discover the Origins of the Olympic Games
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • Opening hours: Sun 6:00-12:00
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
RM 2,881.36 x 1 TravellerRM 2,881.36
Total
Price is RM 2,881.36

What's included, what's not

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    Fuel and Tolls
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    All taxes, fees and handling charges
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    Hotel pickup and drop-off
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    Free wifi onboard
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    Personal English-Speaking professional Driver
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    Water
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    Entrance fees for all attractions
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    Other beverages and meals
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    Tips and gratuities

Know before you book

  • Our drivers act as informal local guides, sharing historical knowledge and insights about each stop, while also suggesting adjustments and revealing hidden gems and secret spots only locals know—ensuring your tour is truly one-of-a-kind.
  • For 1–4 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 5-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.

What you can expect

Step back in time and uncover the birthplace of the Olympic Games on this private full-day journey to Ancient Olympia. Your adventure begins with a comfortable pickup from your hotel by a friendly English-speaking driver in a spacious, air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a relaxing ride through Greece’s stunning landscapes.

  • Fully Customizable & Private – Discuss your itinerary and stops with your driver, and if time isn’t enough, you can ask them to extend the ride directly from their app.

  • Hotel pickup and drop off from a professional English-Speaking driver.

Your first stop is the iconic Corinth Canal, an engineering marvel that connects the Aegean and Ionian Seas. Take in breathtaking views from the bridge and capture photos of this narrow, dramatic waterway before continuing your journey west.

Next, arrive at Ancient Olympia, one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece and the very place where the first Olympic Games were held. Walk through the ruins of the sacred Altis, where the Temple of Zeus once stood, and stand on the original stadium track where athletes competed thousands of years ago—bringing to life the spirit and glory of the ancient Games.

You can also visit the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, widely considered one of the most significant museums in the country. Home to a remarkable collection of ancient treasures unearthed from the site, the museum showcases masterworks like the statue of Hermes by Praxiteles, the Nike of Paionios, and the sculptural decoration from the Temple of Zeus. Together, these artifacts tell the powerful story of Olympia’s cultural, athletic, and religious significance.

With plenty of time to explore at your own pace or follow your driver’s recommendations, you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of Ancient Greece’s enduring legacy.

After your visit, sit back and relax as your driver takes you back to your hotel—reflecting on the rich history and timeless spirit of the Olympic Games.

Location

Activity location

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    Olympia
    • Archaia Olympia
    • 27065, Olympia, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Athens Hotel Pickup
    • Athens
    • Athens, Athens, Greece