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Katakolon, Greece

Olympia, Mercouri Winery, & Zorba Event

  • 5 1/2 Hours
  • Strenuous Activity
  • #
    KAK-004:
    $159.0

Highlights

  • Visit the home of the first Olympic games at Olympia, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Ponder the timeless significance of the stadium where pentathlons and boxing once took place.
  • Discover the Temple of Zeus, a Doric-style shrine that once housed one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
  • Savor a delectable treat of Greek snacks and local wine.
  • Free your inner Zorba during a lively folkloric show and Greek dancing lessons.
  • Visit & tasting at the Mercouri Estate, renowned for its quality wines and pastoral location.

Description

Discover the magic of Greece among the fabled ruins of Olympia, a UNESCO World Heritage site, enjoy a folkloric show accompanied by Greek wines and snacks, and tour a renowned family winery. You’ll visit ancient Olympia, situated at the foot of Mount Kronos amidst lush green countryside, and imagine the track and 45,000-seat stadium filled with Greek athletes competing in ancient games, many of which are still played to this day. View stunning ruins, such as the Temple of Hera and the Temple of Zeus, a landmark of Doric architecture that once held a 40-foot-tall ivory-and-gold statue of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. At a local restaurant, savor typical Greek snacks accompanied with local wine and enjoy a folkloric dance show that includes traditional Zorba music. Release your inner Greek as you are invited to join in syrtaki dance lessons and celebrate the amazing spirit of the Grecian people. Toast your day at the family-owned Mercouri Estate winery, where you’ll experience the beauty of the vineyards and a magnificent view of enchanting Zakynthos island across the Ionian Sea.

Helpful Hints

  • Wear casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes.
  • Bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.
  • Carry bottled water, as you may require hydration.
  • This tour includes approximately three hours of moderate-to-strenuous walking. There are considerable inclines and steps to negotiate. It is not available to guests who utilize a wheelchair and is not considered suitable for guests with mobility concerns. Participants must be at least 21 years of age to be served alcoholic beverages.
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