Where Gods Spoke: Private Tour to Delphi – A UNESCO Site

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Where Gods Spoke: Private Tour to Delphi – A UNESCO Site

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€210
Duration
9 h
Group size
Private tour
Guide languages
English

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Overview

Dear travellers welcome to Athens!

If you want to see the beauty of Greece outside of Athens and experience the countryside and the beautiful mountains and top it off with a visit to one of the most exciting and important archaeological sites in Greece, then this tour is the right choice for you. Only 2 hours 15 minutes from Athens, a very scenic route through farmland and mountains and lakes. You will be guided by an expert, fluent in English Athenian driver. He CANNOT enter the sites with you. You will be provided with quality commentary along the way. Learn the history of Delphi and the fascinating mythology. Eat the best fresh local Greek food at the village of Delphi after discussing your choices with your driver. On the way back you can spend some time at the traditional village of Arachova which in the winter is a popular ski resort. We will make sure you have the most amazing day!

What's included

Pick up from your Athens Hotel, Airbnb or Cruise ship.
Expert Athenian driver fluent in English, insightful commentary. CANNOT enter the sites with you.
Comfortable transportation. A/C, Bottled Water

Not included

Ticket to the site
Gratuities (At your discretion)
Licensed Tour guide upon request, depending on availability. Extra cost ~200 euros paid to the guide
Lunch

What you will do

Athens
After your driver picking you up you drive 2 hours north through the beautiful Greek country side. Admire the mountainous landscape, lakes, rivers and olive groves. Learn interesting stories from Greek history and mythology that will build up your excitment for Delphi.
2 h
Tholos of Athena Pronaia
The temple of godess Athena very unique shape
20 min
Delphi Archaeological Museum
The Archaeological Museum of Delphi, one of the most important in Greece, exhibits the history of the Delphic sanctuary, site of the most famous ancient Greek oracle. Its rich collections are comprised primarily of architectural sculpture, statues and minor objects donated to the sanctuary. These reflect its religious, political and artistic activities from its early years in the eight century BC to its decline in Late Antiquity.
1 h
Delphi
Visiting the Oracle of Delphi is like stepping into ancient Greece’s spiritual heart. As you walk up the Sacred Way, the majestic Temple of Apollo rises before you, where the Pythia once delivered cryptic prophecies. From there, you move to the ancient Theater of Dionysus, perched on the slope, offering breathtaking views of the valley below. The stone seats echo the voices of ancient performances and rituals. Higher up, the ancient stadium awaits, where athletes once competed in the Pythian Games, honoring Apollo with feats of strength and skill. The air is thick with history and myth at every step.
1 h 30 min
Arachova
Also next to Delphi you can visit Arachova, a popular picturesque village busy in the winter months due to the ski resort on the top of the mountain.
30 min

Meeting point

Pickup: Pick up and drop off included from your accomodation or Cruise ship. Airport pick up or drop off and areas outside of Athens will have an additional cost.

Important information

Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travel time is already included to the total duration.
Tour start time can be customized to suit your schedule – contact us after booking.