Katakolon Private Tours Olympia Shore Excursions by Mamousis

Delphi Tours

  Delphi became the site of a major temple to Phoebus Apollo, as well as the Pythian Games and the famous prehistoric oracle.Apollo spoke through his oracle: the sibyl or priestess of the oracle at Delphi was known as the Pythia.You can choose our mixed tour Meteora delphi.   Full day Tour Kalampaka Meteora tour From Olympia the journey to Delphi lasts 3,5 h (around 250km.).So you will need a full day to explore and enjoy this tour. During the tour with the help of our driver guide (speaks English as well as other languages) you will visit : Delphi (ancient and modern town) Delphi Archaeological Museum (Ticket: Standard price: €6, reduced: €3)

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Kalampaka Meteora

  Meteora is an area in (Central Greece) and Kalampaka is the city under the rock towers of Meteora.The six visited monasteries of Meteora, is now restored and preserved for the most part in the mural decoration. In 1989, Unesco inscribed Meteora in the list of World Heritage Monuments, as a particularly important cultural and natural property. The monasteries, the amound of peaks to climb and the paths for hiking brings in Meteora the whole year many tourists.You can choose our mixed tour Meteora delphi. Full day Tour Kalampaka Meteora tour From Olympia the journey to Meteora lasts 5,5 h (around 450km.).So you will need a full day to explore and enjoy this tour.Meteora is the geological miracle, which must…

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Pylos – methoni Tour

  The capital of King Nestor described in Homer, may have begun as early as the 3rd century bce. An impressive Mycenaean palace compound that was occupied from about 1700 bce to just before 1200 was unearthed north of present Pylos–Navarino–Neókastro in 1939. This Epano Englianos palace, together with dependent despoiled tombs, appears to match closely the dignity and position of the royal seat as described by Homer. Pylos – Methoni Tour (8hours) A great and relaxing tour by the sea.You must have at least 8 hours free time to enjoy the the archaelogical sights,the museums,the beautiful beaches. During the tour with the help of our driver guide (speaks English as well as other languages) you will visit : Pylos…

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Ancient Corinth (Korinthos)

The city centre has wide roads, parks, squares and a picturesque port with fishing boats. Beautiful pedestrian walkways entice the visitors for a stroll, a coffee and shopping, with monuments, museums and historical sites surrounding the city.It is a must tour in this historical region. Full day Tour Ancient Corinth ( 8 hours tour ) During the tour (you must have at least 6 – 8 hours free time) with the help of our driver guide (speaks English as well as other languages) you will visit : Isthmus of Corinth, the narrow stretch of land that joins the Peloponnesus to the mainland of Greece The Historic-Folklore Museum with exhibits of 3,500 18th and 19th century costumes from all over Greece.…

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Monemvasia Tour

  Monemvasia is a town and a municipality in Laconia, Greece. The town is located on a small island off the east coast of the Peloponnese. The island is linked to the mainland by a short causeway 200m in length.Peer into the history of the fortress –the so-called “Gibraltar of the East”–, which was occupied by the Byzantines, the Crusaders, the Venetians, and the Turks in the past. Full day Tour Monmvasia ( 8 hours tour ) During the tour (you must have at least 8 hours free time) with the help of our driver guide (speaks English as well as other languages) you will visit : Castle of Monemvasia The main land Archaeological Site of Ancient Elis Along the…

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Ancient Mycenae

  Argolis (also called Argolida) , filled with small villages by the sea and in the mountains, beautiful nature, alluring beaches, and Minoan and ancient monuments around every corner. Among them are Epidavros, one of the best preserved amphitheatres in existence, the Mycenaean city that has given the name, Mycenae.Nafplio is one of the most elegant and romantic cities in the country.You can find a lot of details about the whole ragion of argolis. Full Day Tour Nafplio – Epidaurus – Mycenae Tour. City of Nafpilo is the perfect base for a holiday in a Greece that is even better than what you may imagine. Nafplio was the first capital of Greece, and beauty, culture, history and tradition characterize this…

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Ancient Sparta

  Sparta was unique in ancient Greece for its social system and constitution, which completely focused on military training and excellence. Its inhabitants were classified as Spartiates.Meet the place where king leonidas and the 300 spartans of thermopylae were born.   Full day Tour Sparta – Mystras – Gythion From Olympia the journey to Sparta lasts 2 h and 45min (around 188km.).You must have at least 8 hours free time to enjoy your tour to ancient Sparta (“king leonidas and the 300 spartans”) – Mystra – Gythio, one of the best archaeological sites in the Peloponnese. During the tour with the help of our driver guide (speaks English as well as other languages) you will visit : Sparta The King…

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Argolis Tour

  Argolis (also called Argolida) , filled with small villages by the sea and in the mountains, beautiful nature, alluring beaches, and Minoan and ancient monuments around every corner. Among them are Epidavros, one of the best preserved amphitheatres in existence, the Mycenaean city that has given the name, Mycenae.Nafplio is one of the most elegant and romantic cities in the country.You can find a lot of details about the whole ragion of argolis. Nafplio – Epidaurus – Mycenae Tour. City of Nafpilo is the perfect base for a holiday in a Greece that is even better than what you may imagine. Nafplio was the first capital of Greece, and beauty, culture, history and tradition characterize this wonderful city. During…

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Ancient Messini Tours

  Most of the area of Ancient Messene contains the ruins of the large classical city-state of Messene.Messene is a significant ancient city.Its natural setting combines the grandeur of the mountains of Delphi with the low-lying, riverine tranquillity of Olympia, the dominating bare limestone mass of Ithome, the site of the ancient acropolis, with the low fertile valley around the ancient city. Ancient Messene tour ( 6 hours tour ) From Olympia the journey to Messene lasts 1 and 1/2 hr by car (around 95km.).You must have at least 6 hours free time to enjoy your tour to ancient messene, one of the best archaeological sites in the Peloponnese. During the tour with the help of our driver guide (speaks…

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Ancient Ilida Tour

  Ancient Ilida, was one of the most important cultural centres of Peloponnesus in ancient times, and was the host city of the Games and the capital of Ilia. Major cultural event are held every summer, both in the Ancient Theatre of Ilidas and in the Castle Chlemoutsi.57 km, near Kyllini, 1 hour trip from Ancient Olympia.   Ancient Ilida – Kyllini – Arkoudi( 4 hours tour ) During the tour (you must have at least 4 hours free time) with the help of our driver guide (speaks English as well as other languages) you will visit : Castle chlemoutsi Archaeological Museum of Elis Archaeological Site of Ancient Elis The golden beach of kyllini and some of the most beautiful…

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