Delphi Private Full Day Tour From Athens

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8 to 9 hours (approx.)

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Overview

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Delphi, the most famous sight of ancient Greece known as the 'Navel of the World' and consult the Oracle on this private full-day tour from Athens.
Located in a breathtaking landscape spreading out at the foot Mt. Parnassus.
Visit this historic archaeological site with ruins dating back to the 4th century B.C. Start with the sanctuaries of Apollo and Athena Pronaia before heading to the ancient theater, featuring 35 rows and space for up to 5000 spectators which was built in the 4th century B.C. and was destroyed by Emperor Theodosius I in 390 A.D.
In the Museum of Delphi you will admire unique treasures, including the unique bronze statue of the Charioteer dedicated to Apollo , the Naxian Sphinx and the Statue of Antinoos and many other masterpieces of classical Greek art.

What's Included

Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Hotel Pickup & Dropoff with a luxury car
Private transportation
Professional drivers with knowledge of history (Not licensed to accompany in any site)

Entry/Admission - Archaeological Site and Museum of Delphi (12€ per adult)
Entry/Admission - Delphi Archaeological Museum
Entry/Admission - Tholos of Athena Pronaia
Entry/Admission - Delphi
Gratuities
Licensed tour guide (upon request and depending on availability)

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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

The pick-up time is adjustable upon your request. Your personal driver will pick you up and return you to the same place or at the point you prefer. In case of a hotel, he will be waiting for you at the hotel lobby. In case of an apartment, he will be waiting for you at the entrance of the building. For port pickup, he will be waiting for you at the gate, just as you disembark, holding a sign with your name on it to spot him upon arrival. - Athens city center Pick up & Drop off (Without extra charge) - Port Piraeus Pick up & Drop off (Without extra charge) - Rafina Port/Laurio Port Pick up & Drop Off (additional cost depending on vehicle type).

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What To Expect

Athens (Pass By)

Pick up from your hotel, apartment, Airbnb, Athens airport, or Piraeus port. Pass by: Livadeia, Mount Parnassus

Monastery of Hosios Loukas

An important monument of Middle Byzantine architecture and art and a Unesco world heritage site. The monastery of Hosiοs Loukas is considered to be one of the largest and most significant monuments of the Middle-Byzantine Period. It is situated near ancient Steirida in a beautiful and unique landscape. The monastery of Hosios Loukas is situated at a scenic site on the slopes of Mount Helicon. It was founded in the early 10th century AD by the hermit, Venerable (Greek: Hosios) Luke of Steiris (Greek: Lukas), whose relics are kept in the monastery to this day.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Delphi Archaeological Museum

One of the principal museums of Greece and one of the most visited over the years. The Archaeological Museum of Delphi presents the history of the famous Delphic sanctuary and the most prominent Oracle of the ancient Greek world. The collection of the museum presents some of the most important works of ancient Greek art, covering the period from the 2nd millennium BC, before the foundation of the Sanctuary, until Late Antiquity, when a small Christian community was established in Delphi.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Arachova

Arachova Town, Sterea Greece: A mountainous town in mainland Greece, only 2 and a half hours drive from Athens. Built at an altitude of 980 metres, Arachova stands on the slopes of Mount Parnassus and only 8 km from the archaeological site of Delphi, the centre of the world according to the myth. Its traditional architecture distinguishes for the paved streets, the stone houses, the small balconies and the lovely squares. At the entrance of Arachova, there is a lovely bridge with panoramic view to the mountain slopes and the Gulf of Itea.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

The Ancient Theater of Delphi

This extensive mountainside hosts a spectacular archaeological complex containing the remains of the sanctuaries of Apollo and Athena Pronaia, as well as an ancient stadium and theater.The theater at Delphi is build further up the hill from the Temple of Apollo and it presented the seated audience with a spectacular view of the entire sanctuary below and the valley beyond. It was built in the 4th c. B.C. our of local Parnassus limestone and was remodeled several times subsequently. Its 35 rows can accommodate around five thousand spectators who in ancient times enjoyed plays, poetry readings, and musical events during the various festivals that took place periodically at Delphi. The lower tiers of seats were built during the Hellenistic and Roman periods.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Athens (Pass By)

You will return to the starting point.

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Delphi Private Full Day Tour From Athens?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025