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Delphi Day Tour from Athens: Discover Ancient Greek Civilization at Delphi Archaeological Museum
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90 Ratings
Delphi
Experience Delphi, the heart of the classical Greek universe, on an exclusive all-day tour from Athens. Embark on a bus journey led by a guide, showcasing the city’s main attractions, delve into the Delphi Archaeological Museum, and make a pit stop at the commune of Arachova to browse through quaint local stores.
Experience Delphi, the heart of the classical Greek universe, on an exclusive all-day tour from Athens. Embark on a bus journey led by a guide, showcasing the city’s main attractions, delve into the Delphi Archaeological Museum, and make a pit stop at the commune of Arachova to browse through quaint local stores.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Delphi - After pickup in Athens, head to Delphi to admire the monuments of ancient Greece from the comfort of a minibus. See the Omphalos, considered by the ancient Greeks to be the center of the world. Explore the ancient theater, the hippodrome, the stadium, and the Tholos.
Connect with the ancient world on this private full-day tour. In a…
- Delphi - After pickup in Athens, head to Delphi to admire the monuments of ancient Greece from the comfort of a minibus. See the Omphalos, considered by the ancient Greeks to be the center of the world. Explore the ancient theater, the hippodrome, the stadium, and the Tholos.
Connect with the ancient world on this private full-day tour. In a luxury limousine, van, or car your private driver will take you to one of the most important cities of the ancient world. Admire the magnificent monuments of Delphi up close and then return to your initial pickup point in Athens.
- Delphi Archaeological Museum - Visit the Delphi Archaeological Museum to complete the experience.
- Tholos of Athena Pronaia - The sanctuary of Athena “Pronaia” (also spelled Pronaea, i.e., the one before the temple), was the first one met by the visitor who came to Delphi on foot from the eastern road, hence its name.
Excavations have proved that at this spot lay an older cult site, possibly dedicated to Gaia (i.e., the Earth). Most of the Mycenaean figurines exhibited in the Delphi Archaeological Museum, including the notable seated figure on a tripod, were discovered here, and it has been suggested that they were ex-votos.
- Arachova - Alongside Delphi, you’ll enjoy a stop in the picturesque town of Arachova. The town is known for its handmade crafts and traditional Greek architecture. Stop here for lunch, a quick coffee, and a bit of shopping.
What's Included
- Round-trip transportation
- English-speaking driver
- Air-conditioned limousine, van, or car
- Fuel costs, toll fees, and taxes included
- Pickup and drop-off at your preferred Athens location
- Round-trip transportation
- English-speaking driver
- Air-conditioned limousine, van, or car
- Fuel costs, toll fees, and taxes included
- Pickup and drop-off at your preferred Athens location
What's Not Included
- Cost of lunch or snacks
- Drinks
- Guided tour inside the monuments
- Cost of lunch or snacks
- Drinks
- Guided tour inside the monuments
Additional Information
- Be at the meeting point 15 min earlier
- Be at the meeting point 15 min earlier
Location
Delphi
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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(90 Ratings)
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Cathy_j
Aug 6, 2024
Amazing personalized experience - Fotios was an amazing drivers and was very patient with our group! He also made a great lunch reservation for us! Highly recommend!
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Shaunir2024
Apr 11, 2024
The highlight of our trip to Greece - Our transport to Delphi was comfortable and went smoothly. Our guide Costas was knowledgeable and friendly, and went out of his way to make sure we had a positive experience. It was nice to be able to walk around the sites at our own pace without being rushed or limited by a large tour group. Since we were on our own at the sites, we brought our own guidebook, which worked well for us. If you're looking for a guided tour, though, I would probably choose something different.
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Sofia
Mar 16, 2024
Experience not to be missed! - The tour was very nice. Punctual departure from the city. The guide, Daphne, was our very kind, knowledgeable and helpful travel companion throughout the trip. The driver was friendly and kind.
The tour times are right, they allow you to see everything. Having the virtual guide available allows you to immerse yourself in ancient history.
Super recommended!
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P6721rfkyler
Feb 25, 2024
Awesom - I'll be honest, this was the best rour I've ever been on. So much to see. It went so smooth. And our tour guide was Daphne. She was so knowledgeable and friendly and seriously one of the most beautiful girls I've seen. I am so grateful I went
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Carmentorres2013
Feb 24, 2024
Visit to Delphi - Very nice way, with clear explications and good ambient. We stay all they long, with time enough to do the visit, dinner and bus stops for coffee.
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Adamp53
Feb 18, 2024
An essential trip that is a must if you're on a city break in Athens. - I'm not really one for a tour bus expedition, but without a car exploring Delphi would have been almost impossible.
My wife booked the tour yet I find myself writing the review mainly because I enjoyed it so much. Delphi was amazing and you surely can't do a city break in Athens without visiting this famous site. The coach was comfortable and on time, the journey was easy and the timing of each stop was just right. The views are breathtaking and you'll take in more than just Delphi which was an added bonus.
Top marks go to our guide Daphne who covered every single base possible. She was attentive, in constant contact and vastly knowledgable about the site and subject. Her stories on the return journey were exactly what was needed to round off a perfect trip and she covered those niggling little details we had been mulling over.
Go on the trip, you won't be disappointed, just make sure Daphne is your guide.
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Svevan2024
Feb 18, 2024
A day I’d recommend - The tour was amazing, it really gives you the chance to appreciate Delphi with all the time necessary, with the comfort of having someone there to help you for every need. We also stopped a few times to get pictures of wonderful views, which was appreciated. For the price I paid, I was really surprised by how good the experience was.
Daphne, our tour leader, was truly something else: extremely helpful and reliable, kind and knowledgable. I had the pleasure to have lunch with her and another solo traveller and for someone who is going to be on the road alone for a while it was really nice. We chatted and I had the chance to learn more about Greek culture.
Thank you for the amazing opportunity. I would totally recommend it!
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Ariel_w
Jun 20, 2024
Seamless and comfortable private transport (not truly a tour) - Our driver Kostas was professional and very personable - between our jet lag and the heat wave, we were a tired group, but he ensured we had a comfortable, stress-free day. Kostas was accommodating in allowing us to explore the sites at our own pace and set pick up times via WhatsApp. He also introduced us to the town of Livadia for a late lunch in a scenic area off the beaten path, and provided helpful recommendations for places for my family to check out in Corinth, Nafplio, and Epidaurus for a later leg of their trip!
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Nadia_g
Jun 18, 2024
Transfer to the site and back - This "tour" would be wrong to call so as it was just a transfer from Athens to Delphi and back
Our driver Kostas was an amazing driver. He was very patient with us and did not rush us on the way back even we exceeded the time of the "tour".
He also was very helpful in providing us with some extra information.
But unfortunately, nothing about the site we were going to see - Delphi.
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Curiosity62084783475
Sep 24, 2024
Incompetent - Incompetent and disorganized guides... uncompleted tour and with difficulty we managed to return to the port. Not Recommendation
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