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Viator
From €185
Mystical Delphi & Famous Oracle Full Day Private Tour From Athens
Depart from Athens for Delphi by private luxury car or mini van and enjoy a scenic ride. En route, see Levadia and Arachova, towns known for their “souvlaki” and colored carpets respectively. Once in Delphi, head to the UNESCO-listed mountainside archaeological site, one of Greece’s most significant. Next, tour the ruins and shed light on the site’s oracle, an ancient priestess who conveyed messages from the god Apollo. Admire the Temple of Apollo and other monuments, and then visit the Archaeological Museum to view its artifacts, including the Charioteer of Delphi and Sphinx of Naxos. As you set for the way back, there is an optional stop at Arachova or Delphi village to have a lunch, grab a coffee or try a traditional homemade sweet. -Tour the Temple of Apollo and explore Delphi Archaeological Museum and ask the great Oracle for advise. -Opt in for a fabulous lunch at a great location overlooking the sea and olive groves. -100% personalized tour. No prearranged fixed tour.
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- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 8 travelers
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Itinerary
Select a stop or tap a pin on the map to see details. 4 of 5 stops have map coordinates.
Road route is approximate — path follows driving directions between stops.
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Temple of Apollo
Arrive in Delphi, and visit the famous theatre, where you will enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding mountains, and get an insight into the world of the Ancient Greeks. Visit the Temple of Apollo, the center of Ancient Greece, and best-known for its famous oracle. The Oracle of Delphi was ancient Greece's most important religious sanctuary, dedicated to Apollo, where the priestess Pythia delivered cryptic prophecies from the Temple of Apollo on Mount Parnassus, influencing major political and personal decisions across the ancient world for centuries. Regarded as the "omphalos" (navel of the world), its pronouncements, often ambiguous and interpreted by supplicants, guided everything from war to colonization, solidifying Delphi as a center for spiritual and intellectual life until its decline with the rise of Christianity.
30 minAdmission not included - 2
Delphi Archaeological Museum
Tour the Museum of Delphi, home to a unique bronze Charioteer, the Naxian Sphinx, and the Statue of Antinoos, providing an amazing insight into Ancient Greek culture and history. Visit Athena Pronaia Sanctuary, the most photographed spot in Delphi and take unique photos.
90 minAdmission not included - 3
Delphi
Arrive in the village of Delphi, where you will enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding mountains, and enjoy a great meal. Try Greek delicacies and gaze the breathtaking sea view from the balcony of your restaurant. Combine it with a local wine and make sure to admire the valley with the olive tree groves.
60 min - 4
Stop 4
After lunch, visit Athena Pronaia Sanctuary, the most-photographed spot in Delphi.
15 minAdmission not included - 5
Arachova
Before you return to Athens, at the beautiful mountain village of Arachova, situated on the hills of the Parnassus Mountains, you can stretch your legs in a picturesque square and grab a coffee, a wine, a tea or one of the best homemade traditional ice creams.
20 min
What's included
- Greek Culinary Gift
- Bottled water
- Private Transportation by luxury car or mini van
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional driver with deep local knowledge (not licensed to accompany you in any site)
- Extra stop for meal or coffee
What's not included
- Tickets In Archaeological Site (20 Euro p.p.)
- Gratuities
- Certified tour guide inside Archaeological site (Available upon request with extra charge)
- Meal or Coffee
Good to know
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tour options
Combo Package Add Meteora Trip
Overnight: One Overnight at 4* Hotel or Boutique hotel either in Arachova or Meteora, with Breakfast and WiFi included. Meteora: After Delphi continue and visit the breathtaking Meteora rocks with the "Floating on air" monasteries on a 2 day private tour Duration: 2 days: 2 Day Tour with 1 Overnight. Pickup included
Delphi Full Day Private Tour From Athens
Pickup included
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