Katakolon (Olympia), Greece Cruises

Did an excursion that included site of the Olympics plus lunch with Greek dancing entertainment. We loved everything about the excursion. The dancers were terrific and the historical sites astounding. Wonderful experience.

This was lovely and a bit bigger than lead to believe. There is a "hop off hop on" road train for 6 euros which go's to the small beach area and stops at the local vineyard. We were not aware of this and didn't take any beach gear, but stayed an hour and got train back (every 30 mins).

Visited: May 14, 2017

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Olympia is definitely worth seeing once in your life. Stepping on the same track the first olympians used is really exciting. The city of Katakolon is really nothing but a bunch of tourist shops. Take the train into Olympia. 10 euros per person round trip. Totally worth it. Do not pay for an excursion here unless you want a personalized tour when you get to Olympia. When we got to Olympia, we just walked around ourselves and read the information on the little kiosks. The train is easy and cheap but be aware that it only leaves once or twice to go to Olympia and comes back one or two times on the way back to Katalon. I think it depends on how many ships are in town. The station is just past the shopping street close to the beach. Buy the ticket at the stand and hop on in. You do not have to validate your ticket, either.

Visited: Oct 01, 2017

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We took a bus to Olympia from the port and visited the ancient site on our own. We had purchased Rick Steve’s book on Mediterranean Cruise Ports (great buy, by the way!) and did a self-guided tour described in the book. Worked very well for us. Olympia is a unique place for those who love history. If you don’t do research and come out to Olympia ancient site on your own, it might be a disappointing experience, as all you will see is a bunch of rocks. This is one of those places that requires you to do a research or join a tour group with a knowledgeable guide.

Visited: Sep 10, 2017

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Olympia is the main attraction at this port. We were looking for a relaxing day at the beach. We took a small tourist train-more like a open tram car for €6 which offers two stops the first is a winery then the beach. We were in the first train to leave. We did not get off at the winery and headed for the beach. Arrived at a restaurant/ hotel and walked down the steps to the beach where loungers and umbrellas were. The beach and water were beautiful not commercial at all. Waiters come to the loungers-no fee but you are expected to purchase food or drinks. Ask for the menu with pictures makes order easier! Food was amazing water crystal clear-it is rocky beach. The train cycles through every 45 minutes and picks you up at the same place it drops you off. Had some time to explore the town lots of little shops.