Private Zakynthos Day Tour to Ancient Olympia In a Nutshell
Take part in the fascinating private Zakynthos day tour to Ancient Olympia and discover the sacred lands dedicated to worship Greek Gods. Walk the grounds where the first-ever Olympic Games took place and marvel at the well-preserved temples of the goddess Hera and the God of the gods, Zeus. Visit the renovated archaeological museum, explore the noteworthy remainings and objects of priceless value, and set your eyes on the remarkable sculpture exhibition. Get the opportunity to unravel the ancient Greek civilization, meet the Gods and find yourself wandering among the most sacred sceneries of Ancient Greece with the private Zakynthos tour.
Start Time | Hotel pick-up 07:00 am |
Duration | Full day |
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Private Zakynthos Day Tour to Ancient Olympia Itinerary
Start the private Zakynthos day tour to Ancient Olympia
Meet and greet your friendly driver and tour guide and set off for the Zakynthos port to catch a ferry to the port town, Kyllini. Enjoy a smooth 45-minute ride through the natural landscapes of Pyrgos town before you reach Ancient Olympia in the Peloponesse peninsula.
Discover the archaeological sites of the area
Set foot on the sacred grounds where Greeks built impressive temples to worship their Gods and be awed by the well-preserved 8th-century Olympic stadium that hosted the first-ever Olympic Games.
Explore the new archaeological museum
Continue your private Zakynthos day tour to Ancient Olympia and visit the corridors of the newly renovated archaeological museum. Witness priceless finds such as objects and tools found on the site and marvel at the striking sculpture exhibition.
Visit the Olympia village
Make your final stop at the Olympia village, rest your feet by indulging in local specialties at a traditional tavern and wander around the narrow streets shopping for souvenirs for family or friends before you set off for your way back to Zakynthos.
What to Expect from Private Zakynthos Day Tour to Ancient Olympia
Come along the fascinating private Zakynthos day tour to Ancient Olympia and unveil the ancient Greek civilizations from the comfort of a deluxe and spacious minivan. Start your journey from Zakynthos port to beautiful Kyllini, from there drive to Ancient Olympia and finally immerse yourself in the holy lands of ancient Gods. Get the goosebumps when stepping on the Olympic Stadium of the first Olympic Games dedicated solely to the god of the gods, Zeus, witness the well-preserved athletic training areas and be amazed by the impressive statue of Hermes and the temples of Hera and Zeus where the Greeks used to worship their Gods.
Stop at the Olympia village for a lunch break at one of the recommended by your tour guides taverns, stroll around the countless souvenir shops and make your way back towards Kyllini to end your Zakynthos day tour to Ancient Olympia.