Embark on a private tour of Delphi, Greece, and discover UNESCO landmarks, local villages, and breathtaking scenery. Explore the Hosios Loukas Monastery, ancient Delphi, and charming Arachova village. Enjoy a no-stress tour with a professional driver and live commentary.
- Monastery of Hosios Loukas - The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hosios Loukas Monastery (alongside the monasteries of Daphnion in Athens and Nea Moni in Chios island). Hosios Loukas was actually a military saint who prophesized the re-conquest of Crete.
The Hosios Loukas Monastery is one of the most important monuments of Middle Byzantine art and architecture founded on the 10th AD by monk Loukas.
The Monastery complex, set in a serene imposing natural environment, includes buildings and cells next to the two churches, a large collection of Byzantine sculptures and fantastic frescoes such as the top gold mosaic of the saint.
- Delphi - Next stop is the Delphi archaeological site and its Museum, our second UNESCO Site of this Delphi tour.
As soon as you reach the mystical site of Delphi, you will walk through the ‘Sacred Way’ uphill to all the Temples and Sites. Some of the sites that you will walk by are:
The Τemple of Apollo
The Theatre
The Stadium
The sanctuary of Athena Pronaia with the Tholos and the Kastalia.
Afterwards, you will stroll to the beautiful alley, a short distance towards the adjacent Museum with permanent rich collections of findings from the site:
The famous bronze Charioteer
The Sphinx of Naxos
Friezes of the Siphnian Treasuries and
The Statue of a philosopher said to be Plutarch or Plato.
- Delphi - After the Museum visit, your driver will transfer you to the modern Delphi village where you will enjoy your lunch in a Greek traditional restaurant.
We have often stopped at the restaurant “To Patriko mas”, a restaurant of high-quality Greek food and service, using only local products, offers spectacular views to the Corinthian Gulf, Galaxidi town and the vast olive tree forest.
- Arachova - Arachova is a picturesque village on Parnassus mountain the main tourist destination in winter for travellers who ski. Arachova is also well known for the handmade carpets and the famous Formaella cheese.
- Private and Exclusive Luxury Transfer with Live Commentary
- Complimentary Airport Pick-up and Return Service
- State-of-the-art Luxury Vehicles Equipped with WiFi, A/C, and Bottled Water
- Free Pick-up and Return to Your Residence or Hotel
- Meals and drinks
- Entrance fees to the sites
- Licensed Guide. Available on request.
- Gratuities
- Your tour driver can not escort you into the sites
Embark on a private, luxurious journey from Athens to UNESCO sites like the Hosios Loukas Monastery and Delphi, the heart of the Ancient World, along with visits to Arachova village and Livadia town springs.
The tour initiates with our professional driver offering complimentary pick-up from your residence or airport. You’ll traverse the captivating slopes of Mount Parnassus to reach a 10th century AD Byzantine Monastery, established by monk Loukas, where you can marvel at stunning frescoes.
Next on the itinerary is the remarkable site of Delphi where you can explore the temple of Apollo, the ancient theatre, the stadium, the sanctuary of Athena Pronaia with the Tholos and the Kastalia, all having a splendid view of the Corinthian Gulf.
Relish a meal at modern Delphi with a panoramic view of an extensive olive tree grove.
Take a walk through Arachova’s plethora of locally produced handcrafted shops and spend some time at the refreshing Krya Livadia springs.
Experience a worry-free tour with ample time for photography and sightseeing at your preferred pace. Your driver will effortlessly manage everything, providing live commentary throughout the journey.
- A moderate amount of walking.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
