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Short Tour of Olympia, an Olive Oil Press & St. Andrew Beach

By Theocharis stathopoulos
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Overview
  • Explore the archaeological site and museum at Ancient Olympia
  • Visit a local Olive oil press and learn about the production process of virgin olive oil
  • Enjoy a visit to the beutiful Saint Andrew's Beach and swim in crystal-clear water
  • Get an easy, fast, and safe transfer in the area by a local driver and save time

Activity location

    • Archaeological Site of Olympia
    • Elis, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Λιμάνι Κατακόλου, Katakolo 270 67, Greece | The meeting point will be near the gate to the Katakolon pier, at the first taxi parking spots. The taxis are located 200 meters from the port gate, on the right. A sign with the your name will be placed on the car's windshield.
    • Katakolo, Greece

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Sorry this activity isn't available on Wed, 22 Oct
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What's included, what's not

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    Transport by private vehicle
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    Pickup and drop-off from the cruise port or your hotel
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    Visit of the Ancient Olympia
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    Local driver as tour escort
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    Bottled water
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    Guidebook for exploring the archaeological site (according to booklet language chosen)
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    Fuel cost
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    Olympia entrance fee (€12 per adult: age 18 years and up)
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    Winery/olive press entrance fees (10 euros per adult person - Children get inside for free)
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    Licensed guide within the site and Museum of Olympia
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    Food and drinks
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    Personal expenses

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Pets, Smoking

What you can expect

Take in all the interesting sites of Katakolon before heading to the Olympia archaeological site and museum on this 4-5 hour shore excursion. See the birthplace of the Olympic Games, the Temple of Zeus, the Stadium, the Hermes of Praxiteles statue, and artefacts in the museum.

Stop at a local olive oil press and meet the owners, who will introduce you to the process of producing the nicest local extra virgin olive oil. Enjoy a tour of the premises and learn all about real olive oil.

Head to Saint Andrew’s Beach for a quick swim in the clear waters surrounded by rocks. Enjoy a cup of Greek coffee or a light lunch (not included in the tour price).

Location

Activity location

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    • Archaeological Site of Olympia
    • Elis, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Λιμάνι Κατακόλου, Katakolo 270 67, Greece | The meeting point will be near the gate to the Katakolon pier, at the first taxi parking spots. The taxis are located 200 meters from the port gate, on the right. A sign with the your name will be placed on the car's windshield.
    • Katakolo, Greece
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Λιμάνι Κατακόλου, Katakolo 270 67, Greece | The meeting point will be near the gate to the Katakolon pier, at the first taxi parking spots. The taxis are located 200 meters from the port gate, on the right. A sign with the your name will be placed on the car's windshield.
    • Katakolo, Greece