Ancient Olympia (birth place of Olympic Games) & Corinth Canal, Private Day Tour

Description

A great suggestion for a private day tour so as to visit some of the most interesting and impressive places in Peloponnese.  Our first stop will be at the Corinth Canal and its “Isthmus” (neck in Ancient Greek).  A 6km marvel of ancient and modernengineering, the Canal connects the Aegean and the Ionian Sea. After our short stop there, we continue to visit Tripoli, where we can stop for coffee, and then reach famous Ancient Olympia. Birthplace of the Olympic Games, a religious and sports center, Ancient Olympia will take your breath away.  Feel the energy of this historical site and let yourself be transported back in time. See the Temples of Hera, of Zeus, the Ancient Stadium, the Palaestra and the workshop of famed sculptor Pheidias, creator of the chryselephantine statue of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. In the Museum of Olympia you will see such masterpieces as the Hermes of Praxitelis, Nike of Paionios, a variety of artifacts, the drinking cup of Pheidias!

• Skip the line service to purchase the appropriate entrance tickets in advance.
• VAT and all state taxes
• Service animals allowed
• Experienced, knowledgeable, professional English speaking driver.
• FAMILY FRIENDLY For family groups our tours can be modified to cater to the needs of the children
• Private tour. Personalized service adjusted to your needs and wishes.
• All vehicles are fully A/C non-smoking, insured & certified for tourist use by the state authorities
• Athens & Piraeus Hotels / residence or Piraeus cruise port pickup & return
• Flexible pick up time on request
• Luxurious transportation vehicle suitable for the size of your group: taxi, sedan, suv, van, minibus
• Child seats available upon request
• Parking Fees
• Chiled bottled water