Greece: Mount Olympus – a must on the itinerary

These tours focus on the Pelopenese Peninsula in the west of Greece and include visits to the major ancient sanctuaries dedicated to the Greek Gods. While it is possible to drive the route, I recommend travelling with a tour company. Our guide held a PhD in archaeology and it was fascinating to sit back in the coach, relax and listen to him passionately recounting the Greek legends. A visit to Olympia is just one highlight of the tour. Built in 435BC and dedicated to the God Zeus, this sanctuary was also home of the ancient Olympic Games and the site of one of the Seven Wonders of the World (The Statue of Zeus).