In this full day tour you will visit Delphi, the city with one of the most the most spectacular archaeological sites in Greece and listed in just about every travel itinerary and by far the most popular day trip out of Athens.
Alongside Delphi, you will enjoy the picturesque Greek town of Arachova well known for its handmade goods.
Considered the centre of the world, the place where heaven and earth meet, the impressive ruins of Apollo's Sanctuary, Apollo's Temple still stands against the rocky background of Mount Parnassus, where the holly purging ice-cold waters of Castalia Spring never stopped flowing down, where its theatre echoes around the landscape.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Transportation by air-conditioned, free wi-fi, non smoking private van/car
✔ English-speaking driver/escort
✔ Local taxes
✖ No entrance fees are included
✖ No meal is included, but can be arranged further your special requests
✖ Professional licensed guide can be arranged on request
Pickup Locations
1. Alter Athens Hotel
2. Zenith Hotel
3. Athens City Plaza
4. Wyndham Athens Residence
5. Apollo Hotel
6. Titania Hotel
7. Athens Zafolia Hotel
8. Philippos Hotel
9. The Editor Athens Hotel
10. Anixis
11. Crowne Plaza Athens - City Centre, an IHG hotel
12. Novotel Athenes
13. Hotel Tier Collection
14. Hotel Bryon
15. Bob W. Eolou Athens
16. Ambrosia Suites
17. Exarchion Hotel
18. Hotel Carolina
19. Brazil Hotel
20. Hotel Phedra
Additional Info: We pick up all travelers from their hotel or near location in Athens city. Please provide accurate information of where you are staying.
Itinerary
1
Delphi
In this tour we will travel along the main highway passing by Thieves the kingdom of Oedipus (Oedipus Complex) and we will arrive in Delphi. Later, we will have some free time to visit the museum with the famous bronze Charioteer, the statue of Antinoos, the ancient sanctuary and all the renowned ruins of the Omphalos (Navel) of the Ancient world while our guide will refer to each part of the history till today.
You will feel the mystery in the Temple of Apollo where Pythia (the Oracle) was seated on her tripod and delivered her prophecies.
Delphi was inhabited since Mycenaean times 4000 years ago by small settlements who were dedicated to the gigantic female, Mother Earth
Duration: 2 hours
2
Delphi
Delphi is perhaps best known for the oracleat the sanctuary that was dedicated to Apollo during the classical period. According to Aeschylusin the prologue of the Eumenides, it had origins in prehistoric times and the worship of Gaia. In the last quarter of the 8th century BC there is a steady increase in artifacts found at the settlement site in Delphi, which was a new, post-Mycenaean settlement of the late 9th century. Pottery and bronze work as well as tripod dedications continue in a steady stream, in comparison to Olympia. Neither the range of objects nor the presence of prestigious dedications proves that Delphi was a focus of attention for a wide range of worshippers, but the large quantity of high value goods, found in no other mainland sanctuary, certainly encourages that view.
Duration: 3 hours
3
Arachova
We will continue our tour by visiting the traditional Greek village of Arachova known for its famous handmade carpets.
Situated on the slope of Parnassos at an altitude of 1000 metres the picturesque village of Arachova was transformed during the last decade into a cosmopolitan centre of winter holidays and ski resort. It is from there that many depart for an extra 35 kilometres trip to the skiing centres of Parnassos. The high altitude and the traditional architecture characterize Arachova as one of the most picturesque mountain villages of Greece.
Finally, crossing through the cities of Levadia and Thieves we will return to Athens.
Highlights:
Delphi,Temple of Apollo, Castalia Spring, Athenian Treasury,Arachova village
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional info
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Comfortable footwear, Sunblock, Hat, Camera
• Delphi,Temple of Apollo, Castalia Spring, Athenian Treasury,Arachova village
