Tour guide in Olympia Michael P.
Olympia, Greece
English, Greek
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I'm Michael P., your private tour guide in Olympia
Guide #74861
Hello, and welcome to my profile! With a background rooted in Classical Archaeology (ancient Greece and Rome) and Cultural Resources Management, I am a Licensed Tourist Guide and active Archaeologist, working on excavations for the Greek Ministry of Culture in the Peloponnese. I hold a Master’s degree in Classical Archaeology, with my research focusing on ancient Greek sanctuaries as dynamic spaces where religion and politics intersected. This academic background has given me a unique perspective that allows me to present Ancient Olympia in an original and engaging way, bringing to life the history of its monuments and the fascinating legacy of the Olympic Games. My expertise lies in uncovering the stories of ancient Greece and translating archaeological knowledge into engaging and accessible experiences that connect visitors with Greece’s cultural heritage on a deeper level. In addition to Olympia, I offer guided tours to some of the most important archaeological and historical sites of the Peloponnese, including Corinth, Nemea, Mycenae, Nafplio, and Epidaurus. I also collaborate with National Geographic–Lindblad Expeditions and leading international cruise lines, including Viking, Celebrity Cruises, and Norwegian Cruise Line, providing expert-led cultural and archaeological tours across the Greece and Eastern Mediterranean. Throughout my career as a Licensed Guide, I have had the privilege of guiding distinguished guests in Olympia, including Prince Albert II of Monaco and Prince Faisal bin Al Hussein of Jordan. For me, guiding is about more than sharing historical facts. It is about bringing the ancient world to life through archaeology, history, mythology, and the stories of the people who shaped it. Are you ready to discover Greece and experience its fascinating past together? I would be delighted to be your guide!
Delivers tours starting at
- Olympia
- Nafplio
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Traveller reviews
- Michael P.United States1 week ago
We loved the history that Michael P gave. It felt like the entire tour lasted minutes and yet we walked around a substantial part of "old town" taking in the history. We liked him for his willingness to answer so many questions not only about the history of Nafplio but of Greece in general. He knows and loves his country. His background as an archeologist stands out...
- Michael P.United States1 week ago
We really enjoyed Michael P. He has a deep knowledge of Olympia and the Peloponnesian peninsula. We loved the detail. We especially loved his willingness to answer questions of all kinds about Greece, Greek culture, and of course, the history of Greece. He took into account what we had already visited and where we would go after the tour. If we return, we would...
- Michael W.United States3 weeks ago
We met Michael at the site and our tour was incredible. His knowledge, insight, and experience as an archeologist made the tour that much more special for us. This was my second time here, the first 45 years ago. There is so much more to see, and the knowledge imparted upon us by Michael made our walk with St. Paul so real. Thank you Michael for a truly lifetime...
- Giorgia G.AustraliaSeptember 2026
We had a great tour with Michael. He is so knowledgeable about Olympia and was able to keep our tween and teenage kids engaged as well as us adults. Would highly recommend.

