$44
Spend 8 hours exploring the island of Katakolon at your leisure when you book this private full-day tour. Thanks to the convenience of customizing your tour, this tour is perfect for visitors who enjoy planning out their days to their preference. You'll get an expert English-speaking guide and driver who takes you to the sites of your choice aboard a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Explore places like Pontikokastro, the Museum of Ancient Greek Technology, the ancient ruins of Olympia, or whichever popular attraction catches your attention. Begin your Katakolon tour with a scenic drive to explore the Archaeological Site of Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Here, your guide can show you the various ancient ruins of Ancient Greece, including the stadium where the Olympians played. Hop back in your car to head to the seaside town of Katakolo and explore the ancient artifacts at the Museum of Ancient Greek Technology, a museum that houses over 200 replicas of inventions, and mechanisms from Ancient Greece, like Plato's Alarm Clock and the Automatic Maid - the world's first operating robot. Next, enjoy a scenic drive to catch panoramic views of the Ionian Sea when you stop at the Pontikokastro- one of Greece's oldest Byzantine castles. Continue your cultural experience with a stop at the beautiful 14th-century Monastery of Skafidia and take in its Frankish- and Venetian- influenced architecture. The monastery also features a two-story tower that served as a fortress. Conclude your tour with a visit to Kourouta Beach, where you can lounge on sun chairs or take a dip in the crystalline waters of the sea. You'll even have enough options for cafes and restaurants to explore dining options before making your way back to your port destination. With the convenience of a private vehicle with your driver and tour guide and the flexibility to plan your excursion, this full-day tour is one you don't want to miss. Sign up for your excursion now to start planning your adventure in Katakolon on your own terms. Please Note: Vehicles available for this tour accommodate groups of up to 3, 6, 14, 32, or 49 guests maximum. Please consider this information when booking.
Katakolon is your gateway to Olympia, where the ancient Greeks flocked every four years for more than a millennium to celebrate the sacred games dedicated to Zeus. Visit the ruins of the Sanctuary, with its athletic quadrangles, stadium-temples and treasuries; then browse in the modern Archaeological Museum, a treasure house of Archaic, Classical and Roman sculptures, including the famous Niki "Winged Victory."
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and sensible, flat-soled walking shoes. Sunscreen and sunglasses are also recommended. If you plan to be visiting a religious or memorial site, shoulders and knees must be covered.
480 minutes