Katakolo Tours

Spend your day at the port exploring the birthplace of the Olympic Games with this full-day, tour to Olympia that includes food tastings and skip-the-line entry to the Olympia museum. Get picked up at the pier and set off to visit a honey farm in the countryside. Enjoy lunch and a swim at the beach in warmer months. Then, explore ancient artifacts in the Olympia museum independently before being dropped off back at your port.

Drive through the scenic and beautiful landscape of the Peloponnese Peninsula to reach the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Admire the emblematic temples and athletic facilities and feel the era of the ancient classical period. Visit the modern Village of Olympia for shopping, traditional Greek food and refreshments. Save time and money with our fast drive to Olympia. For your convenience and comfort departures just outside the cruise Terminal of Katakolo.

Avoid the crowds and explore the highlights of the Olympia archaeological site on this half-day tour from Katakolo. With tour the ruins, which was where the Statue of Zeus (an Ancient World Wonder) once stood and was the site of the first Olympic games. Then, head to Pyrgos to visit the Kremasti Monastery and relax on a small beach.

If planning a cruise stop in the port of Katakolon, see ancient Olympia in a stress-free way. A private driver takes you from the sleepy fishing village to the celebrated home of the Olympic Games, where you can run the ancient track and see where the Olympic flame is lit to kick off the modern games. Plus, go beyond the region's main attraction with a delicious stop at a family farm to sample honey, olive oil, jams, and Greek wine.

Join our small group shore excursion from the port of Katakolon with our fully air-conditioned vehicle (minibus or coach) with skip-the-line tickets included. Drive for 45 minutes from Katakolon to Olympia with on board commentary from your guide. Upon arriving to Olympia enjoy a guided tour of the archaeological site and museum with an officially licensed English speaking tour guide. Then you will have free time to explore the modern town of Olympia before returning back to the port. We always make sure you will return to the port before "all aboard" time.

If you’ve only got a day in Katakolon, this Shore Excursion is a great choice. You won’t waste time organizing transport as port pickup and drop-off is included. Enjoy the convenience of having a full itinerary planned out for you and a guarantee to skip-the-line at attractions. You’ll see the Olympia site and museum, a winery, and St. Andrew Beach.

While your ship is in Katakolon, explore one of Greece’s important antiquities—Olympia—without transport worries or long waits. This private skip-the-line shore excursion lets you bypass any lines and stroll the ruined stadium, archway, and track—where the ancient Olympic games were held—before exploring the nearby Archaeological Museum. Before your return, enjoy an olive oil tasting and learn how the ancients considered it vital to strength and youth.

Experience the Ancient Olympian land! If you are looking for an authentic Greek experience, immerse yourself in the lush natural surroundings of Olympia. Sample olive oils, wines, and local recipes. Upon arrival at the olive oil mill, visitors can see the Olive press open-air museum, which has 100 years of history. See how this product created from the olive tree until the growing process and all the way through its storage and bottling. Continuing to the modern facilities of the unit, guests can see the latest olive oil processing machinery and olive oil production. A video with the harvest and the production in progress will be shown. Taste olives with rosemary, garlic or lemon with fresh homemade bread. This unique olive oil experience will teach you how to choose the best olive oil for your cooking. An English-speaking hostess and olive oil expert with positive vibes will be glad to guide you! Join us for a unique experience in olive oil making and taste the green gold of Greece!

Join a unique tour with Virtual Reality Audio guide that will show how was Olympia in the Ancient Times. Explore the area on you on pace and reach Olympia directly from the cruise terminal of Katakolo Port. Skip the line with our included ticket. Travel no stress since the tours are organized according to the Cruise ships arrivals and departures.

Embark on a captivating 1.5-hour adventure through the stunning sights of Katakolo. This hop-on hop-off bus tour takes you on a delightful journey through the picturesque Peloponnese Peninsula, where the spirit of the ancient Olympic Games was born. Immerse yourself in the modern charm of Pyrgos and discover the treasures of the Archaeological Museum. With round-trip transportation, taxes, tolls, and a multilingual audio guide all included, this experience promises total convenience and enchantment.

Get a taste of real Greece when you travel to the Katakolon port, and skip the typical tourist trail. You'll explore the area around Olympia with a private guide, visiting a honey farm as well as the UNESCO-listed Archaeological Site of Olympia — birthplace of the Olympic Games. You'll finish up at a beach, where a stop to soak up the sun is part of the tour. Note that entry fees are extra.

Good for avoiding crowds We can modify the visiting places according to your needs and always on time. Privacy. Explore the Area by a local.

Make the most of your time at shore and visit Olympia, the site of the first Olympic games. With a private guide, head to the ancient city and explore the archaeological site as well as the museum to learn about the city’s history. Visit the Temple Zeus, see where the Olympic torch is lit every four years, and discover ancient antiquities throughout the day.

See the birthplace of the Olympic Games and skip the busy queues on this privately-guided small group excursion. Marvel at Olympia’s Temple of Zeus before escaping the crowds for a taste of Greek rural life at nearby Kilo’s Honey Farm, where local pancakes are served fresh. Follow with a winery tour in the hills of Katakolon, a swim at St. Andrew beach, and then return directly to port.

This private tour is unique because we will always be on time for your pick up, our professional drivers will always be there to help and advise. Always with a smile and with the best interest to show them the beautiful ride from Katakolo to Ancient Olympia and then a stop over the bee farm and a close by winery. Then they will pick them up on time and drive them back to Katakolo port. Our drivers know the area very well and they are able to maximize their experience and leave them the best possible memories of Ancient Olympia! It is always up to customers wishes if they want to change the program. Our team can arrange for you a virtual tour of Ancient Olympia or a visit at a local winery and a honey farm or even a closeby beach!

Rather than waiting for hours in line at the ancient ruins of Olympia, skip the lines and explore the site in the way you want on this private shore excursion. After a sightseeing tour around the nearby seaside village of Katakolon, arrive at Olympia and take in the ruins of ancient monuments like the Temple of Zeus – not to mention the stadium that was the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games.

Olympia is known for being the birthplace of the Olympic Games, and for all being one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece. Spend a day exploring its many attractions by going on a full-day tour. Take the stress out of organizing transfers by having round-trip transport from Katakolon Port included. You’ll travel between dispersed sites and enjoy commentary along the way. Top sites you’ll visit include Zeus Temple, Hermes of Praxiteles, Kilo’s Honey Farm, Kremasta Monastery, Saint Andrew Beach, and wineries too.

Explore Katakolon and Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, and skip the long queues on this privately-guided excursion. Take in the stunning Grecian coastline, and walk roads once frequented by classical-era athletes and statesmen. Choose between a trip to a local honey producer - topped off by delicious pancakes with homemade honey - or take a guided tour of an olive farm followed by a cooling beach swim.

Maximize your limited time on dry land with a private 4-hour tour of the Peloponnese Coast. Private transportation picks you up from the Port of Katakolon at your chosen time. Travel comfortably along the scenic coast to Olympia, where you enjoy a guided visit and free time to explore. Stop at the nearby archeology museum, then take a tour of the 17th-century city of Pyrgos. Return to the port with time to spare before you disembark.

Discover the charms of the Ilia region with this 4-hour shore excursion. Explore Chlemoutsi Castle and take in stunning hilltop views. Relax in the Kyllini thermal baths, a significant site since ancient times. Enjoy a swim at Skafidia beach and have coffee or a light lunch on the sunny shore before your return to the Katakolon port.

Enjoy a perfect day with an excursion to Ancient Ilis! This private trip is unique because travelers get to see so many different sites in only 5 hours. You will visit archaeological sites, enjoy beautiful beaches and will be able to spend your time wherever you desire the most! Our professional drivers will be on time for your pick up and always there to help and advise, always with a smile and with the best interest to show you the beautiful ride from Katakolo to Ancient Ilis. Our drivers know the area very well and they are able to maximize your experience and leave you the best possible memories of Ancient Ilis! The program can be adjusted to your desires!

Exit Katakolo port and receive a greeting from the representative to your bus. Are you ready to travel back in time and witness the glory of Ancient Olympia? This is the place where the Olympic Games were born, where athletes competed for honor and fame, and where gods and heroes walked among mortals. Join us on this amazing tour and explore the sacred precinct of Zeus, the Altis, where you will see some of the most impressive monuments and artworks of the ancient Greek world. Through 7 immersive 360° digital reconstructions, you will be able to admire the Temple of Zeus and its colossal statue, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Temple of Hera and its eternal flame, the Stadium where the athletes raced, and many more. You will also learn about the history, mythology, and culture of Olympia, guided by local experts who will share their knowledge and passion with you. Don't miss this unique opportunity to discover one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in Greece!

Discover the allure of Ancient Olympia through an exceptional tour that promises a truly unique experience. With an engaging English-speaking guide possessing profound knowledge, this journey guarantees an educational and captivating adventure. Escape the impersonal crowds with our intimate group setting, fostering a personalized and immersive encounter with the site's historical significance. Prepare to be enthralled as our expert guide breathes life into the ancient ruins with mesmerizing storytelling. The Olympia Archaeological Museum beckons, housing a treasure trove of invaluable artifacts. Enrich your understanding of ancient Greek civilization as your guide unravels the stories behind each exhibit. Cultural immersion awaits at the local market, where the delights of Famous Greek olive oil and luscious wines await your indulgence. Engage your senses in free tastings, savoring the essence of the Mediterranean Diet, a legacy of health and vitality.