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Delphi Tour: Explore Ancient Greek Heritage
4.7
676 Ratings
Athina
• Discover the Marvel Delphi archaeological site and museum, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and regarded as one of Greece’s most significant archaeological locations.
• Visit the Temple of Apollo, known as the “Navel of the World.”
• Discover the Marvel Delphi archaeological site and museum, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and regarded as one of Greece’s most significant archaeological locations.
• Visit the Temple of Apollo, known as the “Navel of the World.”
Duration:
11 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Athens - Join our licensed Tour Guide at 8:20 am and promptly depart for the Delphi archaeological site in our air-conditioned coach. The journey will take approximately 3 hours, including a brief 25-minute stop at a local café for a rest break.
- Delphi - Delphi was considered the center of the world. According to mythology, it is here that…
- Athens - Join our licensed Tour Guide at 8:20 am and promptly depart for the Delphi archaeological site in our air-conditioned coach. The journey will take approximately 3 hours, including a brief 25-minute stop at a local café for a rest break.
- Delphi - Delphi was considered the center of the world. According to mythology, it is here that the two eagles sent by Zeus from the ends of the universe met to find the navel of the world. The sanctuary of Delphi, set in a breathtaking landscape, was for many centuries the cultural and religious hub and symbol of unity for the Hellenic world. The history of Delphi begins in prehistory and in the myths of the ancient Greeks. Initially, the site was sacred to Mother Earth and was guarded by the fearsome serpent Python, who was later slain by Apollo. Apollo’s sanctuary was established here by Cretans who arrived at Kirrha, the port of Delphi, accompanied by the god in the form of a dolphin. This myth was preserved in plays performed during various Delphic festivals, such as the Septerion, the Delphinia, the Thargelia, the Theophania, and, of course, the renowned Pythia, which celebrated the death of Python and included musical and athletic competitions.
- Delphi Archaeological Museum - The Delphi Archaeological Museum showcases globally renowned pieces of art like the Naxian Sphinx, the statue of Antinoos, the frieze of the Treasury of the Sifnians, and the bronze Charioteer.
- Temple of Apollo - Admire some of the most significant and unique archaeological monuments, such as the Treasury of the Athenians, the Temple of Apollo, the Athenian Stoa, and the Polygonal Wall. Our highly experienced and professional tour guide will ensure that you don’t miss a thing and enjoy the tour thoroughly.
- Delphi - Our final stop is a traditional Greek taverna in the village of Delphi, where we spend about 90 minutes for an optional lunch or enjoy some free time to appreciate the beautiful surroundings.
What's Included
- Guided tour at the Archaeological Site of Delphi and the Archaeological Museum of Delphi
- Entrance Fees (If you book the option with Tickets)
- English Licensed Tour Guide throughout the day
- Skip the line entrance fees service
- Whispers
- Luxury Air-Conditioned Vehicle with Wi-Fi service (maximum 40 participants)
- Guided tour at the Archaeological Site of Delphi and the Archaeological Museum of Delphi
- Entrance Fees (If you book the option with Tickets)
- English Licensed Tour Guide throughout the day
- Skip the line entrance fees service
- Whispers
- Luxury Air-Conditioned Vehicle with Wi-Fi service (maximum 40 participants)
What's Not Included
- Entrance Fees (If you book the option without tickets)
- Meals and Drinks
- Pickup/DropOff-Our the meeting point is near the Acropolis metro station
- Entrance Fees (If you book the option without tickets)
- Meals and Drinks
- Pickup/DropOff-Our the meeting point is near the Acropolis metro station
Location
Delphi guided tour from Athens
Chatzichristou
The meeting point is at the corner of 21 Chatzichristou str & Makrigianni str, Athens 11742, 50 meters away from the metro station ''Acropolis''. Look out for the BLUE umbrella at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(676 Ratings)
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Wdatl62
Nov 6, 2024
Living History of the Ancients - The trip to Delphi was a must do journey. Our guide Selena was amazing. Her Swiss/Greek heritage gave us a blended view and her archaeology education brought the history to life. She made the trek up from Athens fly by with information about places along the way. She curated the experience with charm, wit, and knowledge. The sites and museum were spectacular. Highly recommend.
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Hikerwnc54
Nov 3, 2024
The oracle of Delphi-not to be missed! - This was a fun excursion. The guide was knowledgeable and had a good personality. I learned a lot. The site itself is amazingly beautiful with ancient ruins which the guide brings to life. Afterwards, we stopped at a cool town and had authentic Greek food at a very nice restaurant with nice views. All in all, a good day, good value for the money, I would recommend this trip
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Victoria_k
Nov 1, 2024
Delphi all day tour. - Our guide Vangelis was very knowledgeable. He knew the museum and site well. He also had information for sights en route and on the return. The tour was as described.
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Boy_e
Oct 30, 2024
Awesome trip! - Great tour, convenient pick-up location, awesome tour guide. The archeological site is nice and the surroundings are beautiful. We loved the trip!
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Brenda_l
Oct 29, 2024
Greece mountains - The tour bus was exceedingly comfortable with our driver being fabulous, amazes me how they can navigate those narrow roads so efficiently. Our guide was delightful and so knowledgeable.
Only downside was the restaurant we stopped in for lunch on the way back was sub-par and slow service. I would recommend grabbing a snack and wandering the town in the hour you have. That was not the fault of the tour.
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Diane_h
Oct 28, 2024
Great place to visit - Historic and interesting. Tour guide was fantastic and the site was amazing to visit due to it's importance in ancient history. Later in my travels, other tour guides referenced this ancient jewel for it's importance to many cultures in the ancient world.
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Victoria_c
Oct 28, 2024
Excellent Day Tour to Delphi - Marisza made the bus tour of the Greek countryside on the way to Delphi like watching a live documentary. She gave us lively descriptions of Greek history and the stories of the gods that we would see depicted at Delphi. She and the driver insured that the day was spent productively so that we saw everything promised and more. She led us to the best articles of the museum and accompanied us up the hillside in the most informative and energy preserving way. Overall this was one of the best day tours that we have taken.
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Sophiehi4455wi
Oct 26, 2024
Excellent tour with knowledgeable guide - Fantastic ancient site to visit and really lovely to get out of the capital city. Mariza was a very knowledgeable and friendly guide who gave us wonderful insight into the history of Greece and Delphi especially. Would absolutely recommend.
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Alessam2015
Oct 30, 2024
A solid day trip - The views up the mountain in Delphi were stunning. The tour guide was knowledgable, if a little dry. I think you can definitely do the museum portion of the tour on your own so you can see things at your own pace away from the crowd, but the ruins were better to see with a guide. I wish we had more time in Arachova because the town was adorable.
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Andrew
Oct 25, 2024
Tours shouldn't leave you this stressed... - We took the your on Thursday 24th October and the guide was worse in many years.Here in our opinion is why:
1. Talked all the way there for 2.5 hours.
2. Voice was monotone and has no idea how to make facts interesting
3. We asked to just walk around by ourselves for 2 hours and he clearly was happy about this, but didn't check that we got back ok
4. We were at back of bus and he told people instructions as we were getting off. We didn't hear him, and again was miserable when we asked for what he said.
5. We were due to go to a temple and when we got there said there was no car park space and drove off.
6. Delphi was supposed to be 2.5 hours and we got 2 hours 10 mins
7. Kept talking about Athens traffic at end of day. We were due to finish at 6.15 and got back at 7.30. He would say 15 more minutes and then when the 15 minutes ended would say again 15 more minutes.
7. At end of bus as we were so late home he said
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