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Full-day Private Tour In Mystical Delphi And Arachova

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Your private tour will start from your hotel or your cruise ship, passing by some scenic countryside places. You will pass by Livadeia and Thebes (Thiva), both great ancient cities and after 2hrs the picturesque village of Arachova, which is a popular winter holiday destination with its ski center. Delphi is the next stop, where you’ll visit both the archaelogical site and museum. Delphi is the fisrt touristic attraction of the antiquity, as it was busy all the year round. It was the place, that the prophecies were given to every man, every prince, general and king. It was the center of the universe, according to Zeus, king of the Gods. You will visit the Oracle of Apollo, the Omphalos, the temple of Athena Pronaia, Kastaleia Spring and see some magnificent artifacts and statues, such as Eniochos the charioteer, the twin Brothers and Sphynx of Naxos. After your lunch there with a great view of mountain Parnassus and Itea , it is time to return to Athens. Let’s make your day Golden.

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  • · Minimum 1 travelers
  • · Up to 7 travelers
  • · Adult required for booking

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Itinerary

Select a stop or tap a pin on the map to see details. 5 itinerary stops

Road route is approximate — path follows driving directions between stops.

  1. 1

    Athens

    Pass by

    We start the tour from Athens, the capital of Greece. It was also at the heart of Ancient Greece, a powerful civilization and empire.

  2. 2

    Livadia

    Pass by

    Livadia is a town in central Greece. It is the capital of the Boeotia regional district. Livadia lies 90 km north-west of Athens. The most characteristic feature of Livadia are the countless traditional Greek taverns serving tasty local meats.

  3. 3

    Thiva

    Pass by

    Thíva is a city in Boeotia, Central Greece. It played an important role in Greek myths, as the site of the stories of Cadmus, Oedipus, Dionysus, Heracles and others. Archaeological excavations in and around Thebes have revealed a Mycenaean settlement and clay tablets written in the Linear B script, indicating the importance of the site in the Bronze Age.

  4. 4

    Delphi

    Delphi was regarded as the centre of the world. In legend previously called Pytho, in ancient times was a sacred precinct that served as the seat of Pythia, the major oracle who was consulted about important decisions throughout the ancient classical world. The Temple of Apollo was known as the Oracle of Delphi and is part of the Panhellenic Sanctuary and occupies a remote, but central location relative to Greek settlements. The Omphalos of Delphi is an ancient marble monument that was found at the archaeological site of Delphi, Greece. The Temple of Athena Pronaia was a temple at the ancient site of Delphi, in the Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia, a group of buildings comprising temples and treasuries as well as the famous Tholos of Delphi.The Castalian Spring is found close to the Oracle of Delphi. In the ancient times, it was believed that this spring had cleansing waters, thus it could cleanse the souls of the visitors to the popular Temple of Apollo, located just 500 meters from it.

    120 min
  5. 5

    Arachova

    Arachova is a mountain town and a former municipality in the western part of Boeotia, Greece, originally called Karyai. Its modern ski resort, its close proximity to Athens, and its breathtaking mountainous landscape are the strongest reason why.

    30 min

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • Driver/guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Local taxes

What's not included

  • Lunch approximately 15 to 25 euros per person
  • Entrance Fees (Normal ticket: 12€ Reduced ticket for minors: 6€ - Museum & Archaeological Site)
  • Licensed Tour guide on request

Good to know

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Tickets

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Tour options

Full-Day Private Tour in Mystical Delphi and Arachova

Delphi Duration: 9 hours Mercedes Benz v-class Pickup included

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