ANCIENT OLYMPIA – BIRTHPLACE OF THE OLYMPIC GAMES

Ancient Olympia is located in the western Peloponnese, in the valley of the Alfeios River, and was the birthplace of the Olympic Games in antiquity. Dedicated to Zeus, Olympia was considered one of the most important religious and athletic centers of ancient Greece. The renowned Olympic Games were held there every four years, drawing athletes and visitors from all the Greek city-states.

Key highlights of the archaeological site include the Temple of Zeus—which housed the chryselephantine statue of the god (one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World)—as well as the ancient stadium, the palaestra, and the gymnasium, where athletes trained. The Olympia Museum features rare exhibits, such as the Hermes of Praxiteles.

• 07:00: Departure from Athens
• 09:00: Stop in the Isthmus area or near Patras for coffee
• 12:00: Arrival in Olympia. Visit to the archaeological site (Temple of Zeus, ancient stadium, etc.)
• 13:30: Visit to the Archaeological Museum of Olympia
• 14:30: Lunch at a traditional taverna
• 16:00: Departure for Athens
• 20:00: Arrival in Athens

• Transportation by air-conditioned bus
• Professional tour guide
• Entrance fees to the archaeological site and the museum

• Meals and drinks
• Personal expenses