Thermopylae Battle 300 Spartans and Delfi
Description
Our journey starts with the ride towards western Greece and the field of the famous battle of Thermopylae. There we will find the monument and the statue of king Leonidas of Sparta, hero of that battle and then leader of the Greek army against the invading armies of the also famous Xerxes, Persian king of almost the whole known world at the time. We will also visit the near by lying hill of Colonus where we will see the last stand of the famous 300 spartans and their grave. The next stop will be our main site. The archaeological marvel of the temple-oracle of god Apollo in the ancient city of Delphi that surrounds the temple. This city was the so called center of the ancient world, religiously and culturally. A city that has been visited by all the famous and important people of the world. Almost the whole life and scenery of western Greece comes around Delphi. Very close is our next stop, the ancient but also modern city of Levadia, a city of waterfalls, center of the Greek cuisine.
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Itinerary
Lake Iliki is one of Athens water reserves. It is the last remain of ancient times largest lake, lake Copais.
A place of natural beauty and great historical significance. Field of the famous ancient battle.
Natural mountain hot water springs that gave the name to the whole area. Thermopylae in ancient greek means Warm Gates Gate between central and northern Greece.
Museum with excellent view of the field of the Thermopylae battle and three artistic videoclips of three battles. Battle of Thermopylae, battle of Plataea and battle of Salamis.
Includes Colonus hill, the last stand of the famous 300 spartans, field of the third and last day of king Leonidas fight with king Xerses. There Xerxes gave the order of putting dead Leonidas head on a stick.
Our main highlight stop, the ancient city that surrounds the marvelous temple of Apollo. Tour to all the secondary temples and treasuries of the regions and of course the ancient theatre and the ancient stadium.
Museum of three rooms Contains the naxian Sphinx, the king Croesus god and ivory bull statue, gift to Delphi oracle and the famous delphian stone called Omphallus, the so called central rock of the whole world, where the eagles of Zeus sat.
Site of ancient local king-priest Trophonius lying beside the beautiful Levadia waterfalls. Trophonius was the constructor of the very first Delphi temple of the prehistoric era.
The place that all the ancient priestesses-oracles, all called Pythia, giving the notorious future telling.
Natural springs that lead to the famous and beautiful Levadia waterfalls. The whole area is surrounded by many ancient myths and modern legends.
Arachova the City that all people needed to move in 1894 so the French Archeologists could started the excavations. Now they produce local products like milk honey and Spaghetti.
The Tholos of Athena Pronaea was a very notorious and beautiful circle temple of the goddess, one of rare circle temples in ancient Greece. It was the place that the visitors of the great temple of Apollo were doing their first stop and first cleaning after their journey, both body and soul cleaning. Pronaea means protector of the main temple in greek.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will pick you up at the Lobby of your Hotel, We pick up all travelers with a sign with your names.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Total duration includes travel time
Reviews(3)
Our guide Theodore was excellent in every way.. H was extremely courteous, respectful and knowledgeable during our excursions. He looked out for our security and gave us excellent recommendations to make our experiences better. He brought us to the best restaurants and retail outlets. We used his services the full three days we were in Athens Greece.
Thank you so much for the 5stars review Greetings Theodore
Theodore is a great tour guide. He has excellent knowledge of Greek and World History, he made our traveling a great experience. He is a gentleman, and constantly made sure we were confortable and prepared with knowledge for each site we visited. We will highly recommend him to anyone visiting Greece.
Thank you so much for the 5stars review
From the moment we ventured on our private tours to the ancient sites of Cape Sounion and Delphi, we knew we were in for an experience of a lifetime. The transportation provided was nothing short of excellent; a comfortable Mercedes van that glided on the roads as smoothly as the stories of Greek mythology. Our first destination was the majestic Cape Sounion, where the Temple of Poseidon stands as a testament to the grandeur of ancient Greece. Overlooking the Aegean Sea, the temple at sunset seemed to merge the divine with the serene. The pinnacle of our journey was our second tour to Delphi, known as the navel of the world. The Temple of Apollo, standing tall amidst the mountains, whispered tales of oracles and prophecies. Our visit was complemented by the insightful Delphi Museum, where each artifact held a story waiting to be told. What made our tours truly remarkable was our tour guide, whose knowledge was as vast as the history we were exploring. Their passion for Greek heritage made the past come alive, and we left each site with a deeper understanding and appreciation for the wonders of ancient Greece. We highly recommend Kostas and his company for their exceptional service and dedication to providing a memorable and educational experience. Our tours to Cape Sounion and Delphi were not just trips; they were a bridge to the past, an educational adventure, and a memory to cherish forever.
Thank you so much for the 5stars review Marina you and your family always we will remember ! Hope to see you again in Greece Greetings from Kostas and Vicky
