Olympia Full Day Tour from Athens
Journey to the valley of the gods and the birthplace of the Olympic Games
This Olympia full day tour from Athens brings you face to face with one of the most sacred sites in the ancient world, where athletes competed every four years to honor Zeus. The excursion covers the archaeological site, its legendary monuments, and the celebrated museum in a single, well-structured day.
Olympia earned its place in history long before the modern Olympic movement. The first recorded games were held here in 776 B.C., drawing competitors and spectators from across the Greek world, and the tradition continued for over a millennium.
Travel is handled in late-model Mercedes vehicles certified for tourist use, and all drivers are professional, licensed, and fluent in English. A licensed tour guide can be arranged upon request to deepen your understanding of what you encounter on site.
The itinerary is designed to be manageable for travelers of all fitness levels, rated easy, and the private format means the schedule adapts to your pace rather than that of a larger group.
Tour Highlights
Stand inside the ancient Olympic Stadium, where athletes competed before tens of thousands of spectators starting in 776 B.C.
Explore the ruins of the Temple of Zeus, original home of the colossal gold and ivory statue counted among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Visit the Temple of Hera, the ceremonial site where the Olympic Flame is kindled every four years before each modern Games.
See the workshop of Phidias, the sculptor who created the statue of Zeus, identified by archaeologists through tools and clay molds found on site.
Discover the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, housing an exceptional collection of artifacts, bronzes, and the pediment sculptures of the Temple of Zeus.
Travel in a certified, latest-model Mercedes vehicle with a professional English-speaking driver throughout the full day journey.
Itinerary
Your private vehicle departs from your Athens location and heads west toward the Peloponnese. The drive takes you through the Greek countryside and across the Corinth Canal area.
You arrive at the UNESCO-listed site in the valley of the Alpheus River. The sacred precinct known as the Altis comes into view as you enter the grounds.
Walk among the fallen columns of the Temple of Zeus, where the chryselephantine statue once stood. Proceed to the nearby Temple of Hera, still used today for the ceremonial lighting of the Olympic Flame.
Visit the identified workshop of the sculptor Phidias, where evidence of the statue's construction was uncovered. Continue to the ancient stadium and step onto the original track.
The museum houses the reconstructed pediments of the Temple of Zeus, the Hermes of Praxiteles, and a wide collection of votive offerings. This collection provides essential context for everything seen on site.
After the museum visit, your driver returns you to Athens. You arrive back in the city approximately 10 hours and 30 minutes after your morning departure.
What Is Included
Included
- Private transportation from and back to Athens in a certified Mercedes vehicle
- Professional English-speaking licensed driver
- Flexible, private tour format tailored to your group
- Dedicated customer service support
Not Included
- Licensed tour guide (available upon request at additional cost)
- Archaeological site and museum entrance fees
- Meals and beverages
- Gratuities
Important Information
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