Private Tour of Delphi & Arachova from Athens
About This Tour
Discover one of Greece’s most celebrated ancient sites on a private day trip from Athens to Delphi and the mountain village of Arachova. Explore the UNESCO-list...
Duration: 9 Hours · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Athens, Argos, Delphi, Arachova · Languages: English
Know before you go: Exclusive Experience: This is a private, personalized tour tailored exclusively for you and your group.; Booking Confirmation: Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.; Pick-Up and Drop-Off: Our proficient English-speaking tour drivers will greet you at your hotel's lobby or the entrance of your Airbnb, apartment, or villa. We ensure timely pickups and drop-offs at your preferred location. If you're arriving at the airport or port, your driver will be waiting for you at the arrival's area, holding a signboard displaying your name, making it easy for you to identify them upon your arrival.; Expert Insight: Although our tour drivers are deeply knowledgeable about both ancient and modern Greek history, they are not licensed guides and cannot accompany you inside archaeological sites. For a more detailed exploration of Delphi, we offer local licensed tour guides at an additional fee of €180, based on availability.
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Arachova
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What's Included
- Fully Private Tour
- Fast-Track Tickets: Delphi Site & Museum
- Professional Tour Drivers well versed in Greek history [not licensed to accompany guests into any site]
- Hotel/Port pick-up and drop-off service
- Transportation by private premium vehicle
- All vehicles with Wi-Fi, A/C, Bottled Water
Not Included
- Optional Licensed Tour Guide to accompany guests inside the Delphi archaeological site and museum. Additional fee 190 euros.
- Airport Pick-Up & Drop-Off (additional cost based on vehicle type)
- Food & Drinks
- Tips and Gratuities
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Pickup from your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in AthensDelphi formerly also called Pytho is famous for the ancient sanctuary that grew rich as the seat of Pythia, the oracle who was consulted about important decisions throughout the ancient classical world. The Greeks considered Delphi the navel or center of the world as represented by the stone monument known as the Omphalos of Delphi. Delphi archaeological site: A Unesco World Heritage Center, Delphi is one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece. The functions of the oracle grew over the centuries to include athletic games, cultural events, most importantly the Pythian games. The Temple of Apollo, the Ancient Theater, the Stadium, the Athenian Treasury, the Gymnasium, the Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia are truly captivating.Delphi Archaeological Museum: Many important ancient Greek artifacts from the excavations at Delphi are housed here. Frieze of the Treasury of Sifnias Naxian Sphinx: Dated to 560 BC, comprises one of the earliest representations in art of the demonic creature with a lion's body, bird's wings and a woman's head. Metopes of the Athenian Treasury: Early 5th century BCE you will gaze upon Theseus and Antiope, Theseus and the Minotaur, Theseus and Marathonian bull, Heracles and the cattle of Geryon, Heracles battling the three-bodied giant Geryon, Heracles subduing a Centaur, Heracles and Cycnus, Heracles and the Nemean lion, An Amazonomachy scene and many more. Omphalos: Signifying the center of the earth and kept in Apollo's temple. Kleobis and Biton: Two brothers from Argos. The statues are of the typical kouros type attributed to a Peloponnesian workshop and date to the end of the 7th century BC. Statue of Antinoos: Portrays the celebrated for his beauty, youth and emperor Hadrian's favorite as a god. This work is considered one of the finest examples of the neoclassical style revived in the 2nd century AD. The famous Charioteer: Belonging to a statuary complex of a chariot run by four horses and included a second male figure.The picturesque Arachova village Wander around the picturesque stone houses Workshops and Boutiques Enjoy your lunch at a fabulous family run taverna serving authentic ' village style' Greek food overlooking the wonderful views of Itea and AmfissaReturn to your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Pickup service provided in Athens. · Tour start: Pickup service provided in Athens. — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
