BEST PRIVATE TOUR TO DELPHI: Delphi Arachova Hosios Monastary
Description
In the company of your Professional, Experienced & informative Tour Driver, enjoy a Private Full-Day Tour to one of the most Historical sites in Greece, including visits to the UNESCO listed Hosios Loukas Monastery and the Mountain village of Arachova, all accompanied by stunning views from the slopes and olive filled valleys of Mt. Parnassus. Additional Booking options allow you to add a Luxury Class Vehicle (Gold package), and Traditional Lunch in one of the best local Restaurants (Platinum Package). An expert Archaeological guide can also be added on request.
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Itinerary
At the time of your choice, your informative & professional Tour driver will be at your Hotel reception or other residence promptly to escort you on your tour. Delphi is situated in the area of Mt. Parnassus and from Athens, your route passes through a beautiful mix of rural farmland and increasing elevation along with wonderful hillside views. Along the way, learn about the depth of History in Delphi, its Mythology, the cultural elements of ancient life, and all the main things you will see during your visit.
Set in beautiful countryside on the slopes of Mt Parnassos we next visit one of the most important and well preserved Byzantine Monasteries in existence, & which is UNESCO listed. Explore its 1100 year old Architecture along with its unique & impressive fresco's
Lunch Stop. Spend time enjoying the local craft shops & wonderful views over the Plestos valley.
Inset on wide terraces along the hillside we are fortunate that the landslides of previous centuries preserved much of the ancient remains for us, including the 4th century BC temple of Apollo, the Castilian spring of Mythology, theatre, treasury buildings, temples of Athena and Gymnasium where athletes gathered before the Pythian games to bathe in the sacred waters. During your visit to Delphi, you can still see the physical structures associated with this incredibly long history.
At a short distance inside the Archaeological site, you will find the 4th century BC temple of Apollo, the epicenter of the mystical ceremony from where the Oracle spoke her prophecies.
A beautiful addition to the site is the modern museum which displays finds stretching back in time to at least 1500 BC, including many of the sculptures & other unique pieces that adorned the temples & streets of the ancient city at its peak around the 4th century BC. Outstanding pieces include the Naxos Sphynx, the twin Kouroi, and famous Bronze Charioteer among others. When you are ready, your driver will return you safely to your location in Athens.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
o Pick up time flexible on request o For Airbnb's please provide the exact address o If you have luggage please provide details of quantity so we may provide the appropriate vehicle. A supplement may apply for a larger vehicle. o Pick up from Athens Airport & areas outside of central Athens on request. A supplement may apply
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- LUNCH OPTION: You may add this later on request or choose our Platinum Package during booking. Vegetarian dishes available. Please inform us of any allergies.
- GUIDING/LICENSED GUIDES: Please note your knowledgeable tour driver can inform you en-route but can not enter Archaeological sites. Professional Expert Licensed Guides may be added on request after booking (additional cost).
- PICKUP FROM ATHENS AIRPORT & LOCATIONS OUTSIDE CENTRAL ATHENS: May require a supplement. Please inquire for details.
Reviews(17)
Wonderful day trip to beautiful Delphi. Petros (Travolta!) our driver was a great driver, very knowledgable and so friendly. We had a great day. Bonus to see additional sights like the monastery d’Osios Loukas and a wonderful lunch with a great view. 5 star trip! Thanks
Dear Jade Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are really glad that our tour helped you make the most of your time here & hope to see you back again soon. Best Wishes for all your future travels Warmest wishes All at Warmpenguin Tours
We had a wonderful day with Petros. He was informative and entertaining at the same time. We saw the main sites of Corinth but also a few off the beaten path gems. A must do tour if you are on a cruise stop in Athens and have seen the sights in town and are looking to see something new. We were originally scheduled to go to Delphi but discovered that it would take most of the day to drive there and back. If you are on a cruise stop, be careful what you book. Not all tours provide enough information in their booking description.
Dear Gisela Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are really glad that our tour helped you make the most of your time here & hope to see you back again soon. Best Wishes for all your future travels All the team at Warmpenguin Tours!
This was one of our highlights of our trip to Greece! Our driver Petro was amazing and gave us so much information.
Dear kara Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are really glad that our tour helped you make the most of your time here & hope to see you back again soon. Best Wishes for all your future travels All the team at Warmpenguin Tours!
I think the most important thing we did was add the local English speaking guide to join us on site. She was very knowledgeable, local and understandable. It really made the day enjoyable and educational.
Dear Charles Your wonderful review was really nice for all of us to read. Thank you so much for choosing us for your tour! We hope to see you back again in the future. Best Wishes from all of us at Warmpenguin Tours
Terry was a fabulous and knowledgeable guide! He picked us up at our hotel, whisked us out of the city, regaling us with stories of Greek mythology and ancient history. We stopped at a 1500 year old monastery, ate lunch at a family owned restaurant and then spent the rest of our day touring the ruins of Delphi. My daughter and I enjoyed the drive out into the countryside and appreciated Terry’s candor and command of Greek history. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your tour with us. We will pass on your lovely comments to Terry. We hope to meet you again in the future. Warmest wishes from all the team at Warmpenguin Tours!
We have used warm penguin before and have never been disappointed, this tour was no exception. The guide was prompt, informative, well educated and friendly. The tour was amazing including the lunch and view. We would highly recommend.
Dear Liam Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a great review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your tour with us. We hope to meet you again in the future. Warm wishes from all the team at Warmpenguin Tours!
It was a dream tour through the history - from Athens to Arachova near the famous mount Parnassos, then Delfi and its temples and finally Osios Loukas monastery. The top of the day was a lunch in Delfi with a breathtaking view to the mountains and excellent local food. Our driver Yiannis told us a lot of stories about history of Greece and about mythology. What a wonderful day!
Thank you for your comments. Delphi is a wonderful location to enjoy so we are very glad your day was as you had hoped and your driver took good care if you with the appropriate knowledge. The restaurants we use in our lunch options are chosen with great care, so its also nice to know these choices are good for all our guests. Warm wishes for your return journey and hope to see you back with us soon!
From the moment our driver, Mario, picked us up at our hotel in the morning until he returned us safely in the evening, we were comfortable, informed and entertained. We learned as much from Mario as we did from the sites on the tour ... about Greek culture, history, education, economics, family traditions and more. My only regret is that we didn’t get a photo of Mario, who was expecting the birth of his first child this winter. We wish him well! A wonderful day. Highly recommend.
I cant spell or pronounce our Greek drivers’ name, but he said it is “Will or William” in English. He was wonderful!! We couldn’t have asked for a more professional or courteous expert....thankful for the experience we were able to share with our friends! Communication was easy, request were obliged and we never felt rushed. Lunch was incredible. This was more than a five star experience. Thanks for exceeding our expectations!
Our party of seven had two Fabulous days with Demetrius! He was very polite, courteous, professional, Very knowledgeable regarding history, Fun to be with, and extremely accommodating in every way! We had two beautiful lunches at some of his favorites and they were phenomenal! He is definitely an asset to the company, genuine and absolutely deserves a huge raise!
Thank you so much for taking time to provide your review. We work very hard to find the best professionals & that is a key equirement for us as a company. We do not use any seasonal staff to ensure you have the best quality experience so its good to see the results of that in the form of your generous review. Best wishes & hope to see you back with us soon!
