Magna Grecia Farm Visit
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Port
Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
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Activity Level
Easy
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Excursion Type
Local Sightseeing,All,61
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$109.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 3 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
A small port town overlooking the Ionian Sea, Katákolon is every bit the quintessential postcard picture village of Greece.
A panoramic drive through picturesque villages and unspoiled scenery brings you to the fourth-generation, family-owned and -operated Magna Grecia Farm. Focusing on small-scale farming, the family prides itself in maintaining great agricultural traditions. Magna Grecia Farm sprawls across the heart the agricultural region of Olympia. You'll visit the olive grove, learn the history of the olive tree, and taste the peppery olives produced on the property. You'll see the vineyards and encounter farm animals, as well.
The delicious flavors of Greek cuisine are found in a variety of mezes (tapa-style dishes) along with local wine. Savor Mediterranean treats served with crusty bread and virgin olive oil, broichetto with olive oil, oregano, basil, tomato, feta, and black kalamata olives, fava beans, grilled traditional sausages, tzatziki, feta and dessert. Mineral water is provided with lunch, and you'll have a chance to try ouzo -- the local liqueur that tastes like licorice.
Flirt with Greek culture as you watch a short demonstration of Syrtaki -- a folkdance with short and fast rhythms. Try a few steps yourself -- it's often performed in a line or circle formation with hands on your neighbors' shoulders.
Notes:
Corkage policy: Wine purchased on this tour is exempt from the on-board corkage fee (offer limited to one bottle of wine per person).