Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Description
After meeting your guide in Athens, hear tales about the ancient Greeks and their lives in Delphi while travelling by air-conditioned coach with zero carbon footprint. You will reach Delphi towards Mt. Parnassos, making a short rest stop outside the town of Levadia. The first stop is the Delphi archaeological site – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk around the evocative ruins with your guide, see famous monuments like the monument of the Argive Kings, the treasury of the Athenians, the monument of Platea and the Temple of Apollo famous for its oracle. The second stop is the Delphi museum, with its spectacular exhibits. Be sure to check out the bronze Charioteer of Delphi and the Sphinx of Naxos. After exploring Delphi, head to the picturesque village of Arachova, perched on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. Wander through its charming streets, take in the traditional stone architecture and stunning views, savor a relaxed lunch at a local taverna and browse the delightful shops.
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Enjoy a scenic journey through Thebes’ picturesque valleys and cotton fields as your expert guide shares tales of the Ancient Greeks. Traveling by air-conditioned coach, your first brief stop is Levadia, a town famous for its trade in beautiful brightly colored carpets.
At midday, stare in amazement as your coach arrives at the foot of Mt Parnassos where the sanctuary of Delphi lies. Head inside the UNESCO-listed Archeological Site of Delphi, and explore the intriguing ruins with your guide while learning about famous monuments such as the Temple of Apollo. Please note that admission is included if you have chosen the relevant options. Then, you will have 45 minutes free time to explore the site on your own and to visit Athena Pronaia and its Tholos.
Next, make your way inside Delphi Archeological Museum and explore the veritable treasure trove at leisure. Home to countless artifacts and relics, the museum consists of some 15 rooms arranged in chronological order. Be sure to check out the bronze Charioteer of Delphi and the Sphinx of Naxos. Please note that admission is included if you have chosen the relevant options.
After exploring the museum, visit the beautiful mountain village of Arachova, situated on the hills of the Parnassus Mountains. Wander through its charming streets, take in the traditional stone architecture and stunning views, savor a relaxed lunch at a local taverna.
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Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(1,517)
Very fun time and easy to keep up
Marianna knows her stuff! Had an amazing lunch and amazing scenery/ experience
Wow. The views were incredible. Our day was amazing with Marianna - she was an excellent tour guide and enthusiastically gave us fun facts and historical information for the entire day. Plenty of stops and some great food along the way. A must do trip!
I had a good time in Delphi, gorgeous place with lots of history. Highly recommend!
We learned a lot of history and were amazed by the antiquities.
Korean was a tour without a team, but a good day tour if you speak English. The reception and meal were not included in the review, so the reception was pre-purchased in the public home and the meal feels similar in any restaurant. After lunch in Arahoba, I heard the linker, and I actually thought that it would be better to give more time to watch Arahoba by that time. But when I went to see the remains of Delphi and the museums, I felt very happy.
Have a nice trip and air conditioning in the bus! The guide could tell beautifully and it was clear when everyone should be back at the bus. I definitely recommend this day trip if you want to visit Delphi!
Great trip, very knowledgeable guide Marianna. Everything well organized and good value for money.
It was a nice experience, learned a lot. The guide had a lot or knowledge and loved to share everything with us.
Excellent experience with the guide Marianna, knowledgeable and always attentive to explaining and expressing herself in detail on every aspect of the tour. I recommend purchasing the entrance tickets to the archaeological site/museum online separately, directly from the Hellenic Heritage site for greater savings compared to the packages on the various tour sites.
