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Olympic Games Workout In 19th Century Stadium
Activity Schedule
Key Highlights
- Tour the Zappeion, the first modern purpose-built Olympic facility
- Partake in a gym session in a historic 19th-century Gymnasium!
- Enjoy views of the Stadium which was home of the 1896 Olympic Games
- Small group of 12 makes the experience intimate and comfortable
- Both printed or smartphone vouchers accepted
- Learn the history of the ancient Olympics and what the Games meant to people then
- Tour the Zappeion, the first modern purpose-built Olympic facility
- Stretch your muscles in a gym session in a historic 19th-century Gymnasium
- Run like a champion in the Panathenaic Stadium, home of the 1896 Olympic Games
- Conquer the Olympic Spirit by trying long jump, shot put, javelin throw and discus throw
Overview
Begin your day as an Olympic athlete at the beautiful neoclassical building known as the Zappeion just below the National Garden in the world’s first Olympic Village! At the Panathenaic Stadium behold the beautiful white marble structure (and the only stadium in the world made entirely of marble!) where athletes competed more than a century ago.
Get ready to take a lap around the track and don’t worry about personal bests, it’s the run, not the finish line that counts here! Try your hand at the classic discus and the javelin throw and practice newer ones like the shot put, long jump and relay races. Gain insight intothe role of Ancient Olympics in society over the millennium in which they were held.
You’ll learn how the athletes trained, what disciplines were included as the games evolved. This is the perfect opportunity to also load up on some reallyold sports trivia to stump your friends! You’ll do this all right in the building that served as the first Olympic Village.Find out more about how ancient Olympic athletes trained and learn some techniques used by modern athletes before you compete in a race in the world’s first modern Olympic Stadium.
About The Supplier:
Alternative Athens lets you explore local life and venture off the beaten path to discover the authentic side of Greece with their top-rated tours and experiences. This local company with a global outlook started in 2013 with just one aim: to show travelers the genuine side of Greece, away from easy tourist stereotypes. Private itineraries fully customized and impeccably delivered! Based on your interests and you travel needs, Alternative Athens makes sure you enjoy every step you take and every little detail with tailor made tours.
Inclusions
- Certified Sports Trainer
Exclusions
- Entry fees
- Hotel transfers
Please note
Voucher information: No need to print! You can show your voucher on your smartphone or other devices. (But if you’d rather print a copy – that’s fine too!)
The confirmation voucher includes the local activity operator’s contact details. They’re a nice bunch, and will happily answer any logistical questions you may have. Pick up times are approximate. Please give them a call at least 24 hours before your organised activity to reconfirm.
Enjoy a personalized experience as not more than 12 people are allowed in this tour.
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