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Delphi Oracle: Ancient Greek Spiritual Hub
5.0
18 Ratings
Athens
Discover Delphi’s ancient oracle and Arachova’s charm on a private full-day tour from Athens. Dive into Greek history with passionate guides.
Discover Delphi’s ancient oracle and Arachova’s charm on a private full-day tour from Athens. Dive into Greek history with passionate guides.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Tholos of Athena Pronaia - Embark on an enchanting journey through the Athena Pronaia Temple, where history, mythology, and breathtaking architecture unite for a timeless experience.
- Delphi Archaeological Museum - The pan-Hellenic sanctuary of Delphi, where Apollo’s oracle once spoke, was home to the omphalos, the “navel of the world.”…
- Tholos of Athena Pronaia - Embark on an enchanting journey through the Athena Pronaia Temple, where history, mythology, and breathtaking architecture unite for a timeless experience.
- Delphi Archaeological Museum - The pan-Hellenic sanctuary of Delphi, where Apollo’s oracle once spoke, was home to the omphalos, the “navel of the world.” Seamlessly blending with the magnificent landscape and imbued with sacred significance, Delphi in the 6th century B.C. was truly the religious heart and symbol of unity for the ancient Greek world.
- Delphi - Explore the main site. Stand before the Temple of Apollo, the theater, Greece’s second most significant stadium, and behold the legendary Omphalos, the Navel of the World.
- Arachova - Explore Arachova, a delightful mountain village where traditional charm meets modern appeal, offering breathtaking views, vibrant culture, and a warm, inviting atmosphere.
What's Included
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Fuel and tolls
- Mercedes E class
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Fuel and tolls
- Mercedes E class
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
What's Not Included
- Lunch, other beverages and meals.
- Entrance fees for all the attractions
- Official tour guide (you can include one after the booking)
- Tips and gratuities
- For pickups from/to the airport, there is extra charge 40€
- Lunch, other beverages and meals.
- Entrance fees for all the attractions
- Official tour guide (you can include one after the booking)
- Tips and gratuities
- For pickups from/to the airport, there is extra charge 40€
Additional Information
Meet the center of the World! Delphi, the greatest Oracle ever!!! The most passionate drivers offer you a time lapse into Ancient Greek History. Ancient Greeks believed that Delphi was the Navel of the Earth, a spiritual focal point for all Greeks. It included many sanctuaries and the most prestigious oracle in all of ancient Greece. This is where…
Meet the center of the World! Delphi, the greatest Oracle ever!!! The most passionate drivers offer you a time lapse into Ancient Greek History. Ancient Greeks believed that Delphi was the Navel of the Earth, a spiritual focal point for all Greeks. It included many sanctuaries and the most prestigious oracle in all of ancient Greece. This is where Pythia, the high priestess, conveyed the divine advice of god Apollo to mortals who traveled from across the world to seek a prophecy. Besides Greeks, the Oracle was also visited by foreign leaders and dignitaries who were eager to know Apollo’s will on important state affairs. Just a stone’s throw from the archaeological site, you can visit present-day Delphi town, situated at the foot of Mt. Parnassus. This ancient Greek sacred place is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a long history and beautiful natural surroundings, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.
Location
Athens
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
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(18 Ratings)
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Elijhaw2019
Jan 24, 2025
Amazing Private trip with Manos - My wife and I did this trip and we were SO lucky to get Manos as our driver. He is very knowledgeable, patient, accommodating, and provides valuable suggestions for your time in Athens. Literally the best experience. He even went above and beyond to help us retrieve a lost item at the airport!
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Franciscodepaula_c
Oct 7, 2024
Scenic drive with the Friendliest Driver - Irene took us through a wonderful and scenic journey to Delphi, where we were transported back in time. The atmosphere was enchanting. She made us feel confortable, entertained and cared for in the easiet and nicest way. Thank you
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Shaunie_b
Oct 1, 2024
The ideal private Delphi tour 🪨🪨🪨 - A brilliant day with Manos. The perfect choice if you like to learn a little history from a knowledgeable local and have plenty of space to enjoy your surroundings quietly. Great company, reliable service, top taste. Can't fault it.
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Shb80
Sep 30, 2024
So good we booked another one - A brilliant day with Manos. The perfect choice if you like to learn a little history from a knowledgeable local and have plenty of space to enjoy your surroundings quietly. Great company, reliable service, top taste. Can't fault it.
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Marietta_s
Aug 13, 2024
Exceptional Last-Minute Private Tour to Delphi - It was a last-minute decision to book a private tour to Delphi, and after checking out Viator for highly-rated companies, I found this one with stellar reviews and decided to give it a shot. I called and was able to secure a same-day booking. George, our driver and guide, arrived on time, and from start to finish, the experience was truly five-star.
George provided a wealth of historical insights and patiently explained all our options, making it clear that our itinerary was entirely up to us. He was incredibly accommodating, allowing us to spend as much time as we wanted at each stop without any rush.
He also recommended a lovely restaurant where we enjoyed an excellent lunch, adding to the overall experience. For a last-minute trip, we couldn’t have asked for better service. I highly recommend this company and, if you’re lucky enough to have George as your driver/guide, you’re in for an amazing experience. Thank you, George!
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Marielo8720ie
Aug 13, 2024
Exceptional Last-Minute Private Tour to Delphi - It was a last-minute decision to book a private tour to Delphi, and after checking out Viator for highly-rated companies, I found this one with stellar reviews and decided to give it a shot. I called and was able to secure a same-day booking. George, our driver and guide, arrived on time, and from start to finish, the experience was truly five-star.
George provided a wealth of historical insights and patiently explained all our options, making it clear that our itinerary was entirely up to us. He was incredibly accommodating, allowing us to spend as much time as we wanted at each stop without any rush.
He also recommended a lovely restaurant where we enjoyed an excellent lunch, adding to the overall experience. For a last-minute trip, we couldn’t have asked for better service. I highly recommend this company and, if you’re lucky enough to have George as your driver/guide, you’re in for an amazing experience. Thank you, George!
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Scenic677855
Jun 18, 2024
Beautiful - the journey is worth it. Superb region - A memorable day- beyond our expectations. Manos was an outstanding guide, informing us of the history of the sites we went to visit. We had a fairly long drive and Manos' driving was impeccable - which is saying something in Greece. The break for lunch in a restaurant suggested by Manos was magical. Magnificent day, beautiful memories, we recommend it to everyone even if the road is long - you will not be disappointed!!
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Susan_h
Jun 16, 2024
Wonderful guide! - Manos was a great and enthusiastic guide. He shared about all aspects of Greek life and was very patient with us - including my very inquisitive father! We couldn't have had a better guide.
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Andrea_b
Aug 14, 2023
Great way to see Delfi! - Eirini was great! She picked us up for our drive to Delfi. She told us about what we’d be seeing. It was also fun to chat with her in general. Car was clean and comfortable. We had lunch at a restaurant with a great view in Delfi. So glad I booked this excursion out of the city! Highly recommend.
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Sergio_g
Aug 10, 2023
We had a great time visiting great places. - Driver Mano was very knowledgeable about the areas we visited. The drip was very interested and the vehicle very spacious and clean. I strongly recommend this tour to anyone that likes history/Greek mythology and archeological sites.
We had a great time.
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