Greece · Archaeology

6-Hour Ancient Olympia Tour with Ionian Sea Swim and Greek Meze

6 Hours Round trip from Ilida Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the ancient sanctuary of the Olympic Games at Ancient Ilida and Olympia
02 Try Ancient Olympic sports like disc throwing, ball throwing, and long jump
03 Swim in the Ionian Sea during your experience
04 Taste traditional Greek appetizers, Iliako wine, and natural local fruits
05 Experience both traditional and modern Greek dances

Explore the ancient sanctuary of the Olympic Games at Ancient Ilida and Ancient Olympia in Elis, in the North Peloponnese. Discover a place famous for breeding the horses used in the Olympic Games and for its historic connection to the games themselves. Along the way, enjoy Greek hospitality, swim in the Ionian Sea, taste traditional Greek appetizers, and try athletic sports of the Ancient Olympic Games such as disc throwing, ball throwing, and long jump. You will also experience traditional and modern Greek dances and taste Iliako wine and natural fruits from the city.

Along the way, enjoy Greek hospitality, swim in the Ionian Sea, taste traditional Greek appetizers, and try athletic sports of the Ancient Olympic Games such as disc throwing, ball throwing, and long jump.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Olympia

Languages Arabic, English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Ancient Olympia, Greek Hospitality, and Local Experiences

Meet your representative and receive a warm welcome to the sanctuary of the Olympic Games at Ancient Ilida and Ancient Olympia, in the North Peloponnese near the present-day village of Elis, also known as Elia or Ilia, built on the ancient city of the same name.
Elis is famous for breeding the horses used in the Olympic Games and for having control of the games.
Today, the visible ruins are few and do not fully reflect the city that once stood here. Some believe that much more still lies underground and has yet to be discovered. The tour will be unforgettable, and you will enjoy Greek hospitality throughout the experience. Swimming in the Ionian Sea is also included, and you will taste traditional Greek appetizer products in the city.
Enjoying a Greek meze dinner is one of the best things to do in Greece. If you want to take the Greek meze experience to another level and explore the local culinary scene, this tour is highly recommended. You will also learn traditional and modern Greek dances, taste Iliako wine and natural fruits from the city, and try your hand at disc throwing, ball throwing, and long jump - all athletic sports of the Ancient Olympic Games.

The route