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| The
Olympic Spirit Adult: $59 Child: $39 (12 & Under Approximately 4 1/2 hours Explore Olympia on a walking tour that visits the Temple of Zeus, the Temple of Hera and the Stadium. Then visit the Archaeological Museum to view its collections of antiquities including the Hermes of Praxiteles. WHAT YOU VISIT Olympia Archaeological Site - Ancient Olympia lies in the lush valley formed by the Alfios River. Meet your guide for an approximately one-hour walking tour of the chief ruins. You will see the Temple of Hera, the Temple of Zeus - one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the Stadium, where the marble starting blocks are still in position. After nearly 1,500 years, Olympia came back to life with the shot put events for the 2004 Olympic Games being held at this site. Archaeological Museum - A short walk from the Olympia site is the Archaeological Museum, which displays treasures unearthed in over a century of excavation. See parts of the pediment from the Temple of Zeus, including scenes commemorating Pelops’ chariot race and illustrating the mythical war between the Centaurs and the Lapiths. Also on display are the Hermes of Praxiteles, the Winged Victory (Nike) of Paionios, which was the figure inscribed on all the 2004 Olympic medals, and a helmet inscribed Miltiades, the name of the commander whose forces defeated the Persians at Marathon. SHOPPING Browse for souvenirs in the nearby modern village of Olympia. WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY Board your motorcoach at the harbor, filled with gaily painted fishing boats, and drive the short distance to Olympia, traveling through the rich countryside between the Alfios and Klados Rivers and passing the modern town of Pyrgos. SPECIAL NOTES The tour involves walking over gravel and uneven pathways. Wear comfortable walking shoes. It is recommended that you bring a hat. Passengers with limited mobility should take this into consideration. Flash photography is not allowed in the museum. |
| Olympia’S
Treasures & Village Adult: $52 Child: $34 (12 & Under) Approximately 3 hours A guided tour visits the Archaeological Museum of Olympia; see the Hermes of Praxiteles and the Nike of Paionios. Then travel to the modern Village of Olympia. WHAT YOU VISIT Archaeological Museum - The museum displays treasures unearthed in over a century of excavation of Olympia. See parts of the pediment from the Temple of Zeus, including scenes commemorating Pelops’ chariot race and illustrating the mythical war between the Centaurs and the Lapiths. Also on display are the Hermes of Praxiteles, the Winged Victory (Nike) of Paionios, which was the figure inscribed on all the 2004 Olympic medals, and a helmet inscribed Miltiades, the name of the commander whose forces defeated the Persians at Marathon. SHOPPING Browse for souvenirs in the nearby modern village of Olympia. WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY Board your motorcoach at the harbor, filled with gaily painted fishing boats, and drive the short distance to Olympia, traveling through the rich countryside between the Alfios and Klados Rivers and passing the modern town of Pyrgos. SPECIAL NOTES The tour involves walking over gravel and uneven pathways. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Passengers with limited mobility should take this into consideration. Flash photography is not allowed in the museum. |
| Vintage
Greece Adult: $48 Child: $34 (12 & Under) Approximately 2 to 2 1/2 hours Few places in the world possess such a rich history in the art of making fine wines as Greece. Tour Domaine Mercouri and then enjoy a tasting of the estate’s wines. WHAT YOU VISIT Domain Mercouri Winery - Tour the estate with its intriguing mix of new and old equipment, the wine cellar and the olive press. Of a special interest is the traditional family museum with a collection of various old agricultural tools. Continue to the nearby vineyards, eventually reaching the end of the estate, which is lapped by the crystal clear waters of the Ionian Sea. In the distance, you will be able to view the island of Zakynthos. REFRESHMENTS & WINE TASTING Upon arrival meet the owners of the estate, then you will tour the winery and sample some of the products with a snack. SHOPPING Wine and olive oil are available for purchase at the winery. WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY From the picturesque little port of Katakolon, head inland through some of the small farming villages of the Elis plain. The drive will bring you to one of the area’s oldest established wineries, which has a rich history producing the age old nectar as well as olive oil and, in earlier days, Corinthian currants. SPECIAL NOTES The tour involves some walking over uneven ground as well as climbing narrow stairs at the wine cellar. Passengers with limited mobility should take this into consideration. |
| Olympia
Museum & Folkloric Show Adult: $59 Child: $ 39 (12 & Under) Approximately 3 hours Tour the Archaeological Museum’s collection of antiquities and see the famed Hermes of Praxiteles. Then visit a taverna in Olympia for local snacks and a performance of folk music, song and dance. WHAT YOU VISIT Archaeological Museum - The museum displays treasures unearthed in over a century of excavation of Olympia. See parts of the pediment from the Temple of Zeus, including scenes commemorating Pelops’ chariot race and illustrating the mythical war between the Centaurs and the Lapiths. Also on display are the Hermes of Praxiteles, the Winged Victory (Nike) of Paionios, which was the figure inscribed on all the 2004 Olympic medals, and a helmet inscribed Miltiades, the name of the commander whose forces defeated the Persians at Marathon. ENTERTAINMENT AND REFRESHMENTS Select a snack from buffet of local delicacies; choose either a glass of local wine or typically aromatic ouzo, and then take a seat in a modern venue in the Olympia Village to view a traditional folkloric show. Best of all, if you are not content to simply tap your toes and clap your hands in time to the rhythmic music, feel free to accept the invitation of the dancers to join in - Greek family style. PHOTO OPPORTUNITY There will be plenty of opportunities to photograph the colorfully dressed performers - they will even pose with you at the end of the performance. WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY Board your motorcoach at the harbor, filled with gaily painted fishing boats, and drive the short distance to Olympia, traveling through the rich countryside between the Alfios and Klados Rivers and passing the modern town of Pyrgos. SPECIAL NOTES To access the Olympia Museum involves a few stairs; there is also a short flight of approximately seven stairs to enter the entertainment venue. Passengers with limited mobility should take this into consideration. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Flash photography is not allowed in the museum. |
