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A person holding a white sign with the Olympic rings. 1
Ancient ruins with stone columns and a large stone slab with inscriptions, surrounded by grass and trees. 2
Ancient ruins with columns and stone structures, surrounded by trees and grass. 3
A cemetery with stone headstones, blooming trees, and a clear sky. 4
A group of formally dressed individuals standing outdoors near ancient stone columns. 5

Olympia: Exclusive Tour with a Professional Archaeologist

By Licensed Guide& Classical Archaeologist MA
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Free cancellation available
Price is £164 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Step back in time as you explore the birthplace of the Olympic Games
  • Learn about the history of the site from an active archaeologist
  • Discover the stories behind the ruins of temples, altars, and the stadium
  • Gain a deeper understanding of ancient Greek religion and politics
  • Enjoy a private tour with a guide who is passionate about ancient greek history

Activity location

    • Archaeological Site of Olympia
    • Olympia, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Άλσος Ολυμπιακής Εκεχειρίας, Εφορεία Αρχαιοτήτων Ηλείας - Γραφεία, Αρχαία Ολυμπία 270 65, Ελλάδα | Meet me at the Ticket Booth of the Archeological Site of Olympia, where you can buy your entrance tickets. Τogether we will enjoy a guided walking tour through the Archaeological Site.
    • Archea Olimpia, Greece

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Olympia: Exclusive Tour with a Professional Archaeologist

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English

Experience deeper insight into one of Greece’s most iconic archaeological sites

Price details
£163.81 x 1 Traveller£163.81
Total
Price is £163.81

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    1.5-hour guided tour in the Archaeological Site of Olympia with a Classical archaeologist and Certified tourist guide.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Insights into the history and mythology of Olympia and Olympics.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Εntrance tickets, which provide access to both the Museum and the Archaeological Site, are not included in the tour price, as prices vary depending on visitor category (EU citizens, non-EU citizens, seniors, visitors under 22, and visitors with disabilities or mobility impairments) and must be purchased individually at the ticket booth before entering the site.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    The Archaeological Museum of Olympia is not included on this tour.

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Meet your guide, an active archaeologist and certified tourist guide, and begin your 1.5-hour tour of the Archaeological Site of Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games.
As a member of the Greek Ministry of Culture with a Master’s in Classical Archaeology, your guide studies how religion and politics intertwined in ancient Greek sanctuaries. This perspective allows them to offer a tour that goes beyond the typical narrative, blending myth, history, and deeper meaning.
As you walk through Olympia’s iconic ruins — from temples and altars to the original Olympic stadium — hear unique insights and stories that bring the ancient world to life. Whether you're a history lover or just curious, enjoy a guided tour through this unforgettable place.

Location

Activity location

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    • Archaeological Site of Olympia
    • Olympia, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Άλσος Ολυμπιακής Εκεχειρίας, Εφορεία Αρχαιοτήτων Ηλείας - Γραφεία, Αρχαία Ολυμπία 270 65, Ελλάδα | Meet me at the Ticket Booth of the Archeological Site of Olympia, where you can buy your entrance tickets. Τogether we will enjoy a guided walking tour through the Archaeological Site.
    • Archea Olimpia, Greece