Delphi, Thermopylae, Corycian Cave 300 Spartans Small-Group Tour
Description
Join us and live your myth with max 8 guests. In our way as we drive we'll see Marathon, the start of the original marathon race, the city of Thiva and the spot where Oedipus killed his father, according to the Aeschylus tragedy , and we will stop at the celebrity ski resort village of Arachova. Delphi for 2 hours. Lunch in Delphi with magnificent view of Delphi riviera and the biggest valley of olive trees in Greece. After, off-road drive at a height of 1400m / 4593f visiting the corycian cave, the 1st oracle since 4.000 b.c. not full excavated yet. Next stop will be at Thermopylae (hot gates) : Leonidas and 300 Spartans monument
Tour Options
Itinerary
As we drive we will see the area of start of the original marathon race, and the area of first battle with Persians 490bc
A really beautiful, mountain village, which is a very famous ski resort.
We will visit the hall archaeological site of Delphi, museum, Tholos - Temple of Athena and the Kastalia holy spring. At Delphi is not allowed to be your guide but i will give a book guide and as we drive for 2 hours i will explain the myths and historical events in ancient Greece.
Lunch in traditional restaurant with homemade bread local recipes and magnificent view of the olives trees valley of Delphi.
Off-road drive at a height of 1400m / 4593f visit the cave of Pan, which was the first Oracle at Delphi from 4000 bc. Here was the place of the great celebrations of Dionysus. we see Pan and Corycia naiad carved in the rock.
King Leonidas and 300 Spartans monument * Description of the battle * Τhe path that the traitor revealed to the Persians and surrounded the Spartans *Kolonos hill the place that last Spartan die protecting the dead body of King Leonidas .
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We can pick up you if you stay in the center of Athens
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(532)
A very long day with lots of driving. Lots of steep climbing with loose gravel paths. Superb guide Despina, very good driver. Enjoyed the trip despite a fall on loose rocks.
Excellent tour, guide and experience. Our guide was very knowledgeable and shared lots of history with us. The tour was a great mix of guided and free roam time. The drive to and from the sites was incredibly beautiful and the lunch was delicious. Wear good shoes with grip, this is not the tour for cutesy sandals.
*if you get car/motion sickness take your meds before and with you on this trip!* This was a great day to spend leaving the city behind and see the country and the mountains and some history too. It was just beautiful everywhere you look. I loved that there were multiple stops to stretch out legs and D was an excellent guide, always making sure we had bathroom breaks, bringing drinks for us, and communicating next steps. She also knew a lot of history and good stories and picked the most beautiful place for lunch. I usually get very motion sick with switchbacks on mountain driving but it really helped to have a small group so I could see out the windows and I took some Meclizine before and halfway through the trip.
It really has everything you could be looking for in terms of history. Despoina was an amazing guide and provided a lot information on our trip. She also educated us about so many other things about Greek history and culture. Delphi was amazing to see all the ruins and the museum, but just know it will be unguided so you go at your own pace and interests. Definitely helps to do some extra research on what you’re looking at beforehand. The journey to the caves is a little rough in the car but definitely worth it. Stopping and seeing the battle of Thermopylae was a huge interest of mine, and so glad I got to see the area with my own eyes. Despoina also did a great job helping us visualize the battle because most of the land has changed since the battle.
This tour was a once in a lifetime experience. It does require a lot of walking and steps. They threw in little extra things along the way. Felt like a vip for sure! Our tour guide, Costas, was extremely knowledgeable, kind, and professional.
For me the worth of this tour is Delphi, honestly the rest is not worth the time in the car ( traveling). Our guide was profesional but did not put an extra effort to explain.
Highly recommend booking this. Knowledgeable tour guide and very friendly. One of the highlights of the trip.
We really enjoyed this tour. It was a drive into the mountains. Along the way, they stop at some beautiful towns. Everyone enjoyed lunch at a very good restaurant. Delphi is one of the most beautiful locations you will ever visit. In its prime, people came from all over the world, to visit this location. With good reason. Our guide was outstanding - informing us of the history of all we were seeing. We highly recommend this excursion.
Excellent tour guide. Knew the material and history very well. Kept the group engaged and entertained. Our lunch was also amazing. Great place, great atmosphere, and great service.
It is an unforgettable experience, but there are lots of steps. And it is a long day, but the driver and plan makes it worth it!
