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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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(1,590)
Good guide that would really walk with us and explain details!
The tour guide had been amazing very knowledgeable, she had a great sense of humor. Ask for Eirini K.
Experienced Guide. Well paced tour. Very comfortable bus journey.
Irene was such a wow guide. She was engaging and humorous. She also accommodated our kids by allowing questions. Id recommend her BIG time
This was extremely interesting tour. Special thanks to our Excellent guide Irene K. Her passion is outstanding and contagious. We received much more then expected. Thanks you very much ❤️
I strongly recommend this one because it’s a great way of learning about the history ❤️
Our guide Irene was fabulous! She shared of interesting info every step of the way.
Very nice experience. Irene has been a wonderful guide.
Great trip to Mykenai, Nauplia and Epidauros. Very experienced, organized and kind guide- thanx to Irene K. - who as a classical archeologist showed us the highlights and the hidden gems of the world famous sites. She always wanted the group to see as much as possible within this full day’s schedule with the group following her detailed and well timed explanations in English. Always open for suggestions and requests regarding the visit she also showed us Nauplia‘s historic old city on a walking trip. Very good lunch in restaurant, too. Very Special was getting told the ancient myths while driving through their landscape, where the were setzten. Unforgettable journey, once in a lifetime experience - with also a very big thank you to our kind and experienced driver Theodoros, without him this beautiful day would not have been possible, too.
I'm happy with this trip. Better than I expected, but the best of the whole guide.
