12 hours
English
Free Cancellation
Overview
Drive through the fertile plain of Beotia, crossing the towns of Thebes connected with the tragedy of Kind Oedipus- Levadia and Arachova (where we will make a short stop on the way back).Arrive at Delphi the center of the ancient world - the 'Omphalos'(Navel of Earth)- whose prestige extended far beyond the boundaries of the Hellenic world.On the slopes of Mount Parnassus, in a landscape of unparalleled beauty and majesty, lie he ruins of the Sanctuary of Apollo , the most famous oracle of the ancient world. Visit the Treasury of the Athenians, the Temple of Apollo and the Museum containing masterpieces of the ancient Greek sculpture .A lunch at the modern village of Delphi follows before our way back to Athens.
Operated by
MTM DMC LTD
Itinerary
Thebes
Thebes is a town in central Greece which has been continuously inhabited for five millennia. It was an important Mycenaean centre in the middle to late Bronze Age and was a powerful city-state in the Classical period, participating in both the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, reaching its peak of influence in the early 4th century BCE when it was the most powerful city in Greece.
Arachova
Arachova is a mountainous village nestling picturesquely at the foot of Mt. Parnassos in Viotia, Southern Greece.It is the most cosmopolitan winter destination in Greece, a great favourite for passionate ski lovers and celebrities, or just first-time visitors who wish to relax in a dreamy mountainous setting with modern tourism facilities.
Delphi
The Delphic landscape of Central Greece and the archaeological site (easily amongst the most important archaeological sites in Greece and a Unesco World Heritage Monument since 1972) are a gift to humanity. In Delphi, you will bow to what men and nature made together, a creation beyond place and time. And you’ll discover your deeper self as the power of human potential and divine energy resonate within you.
Temple of Apollo
The Temple of Apollo in Delphi was a religious complex dating back to the 4th century BC.The city was considered to be the center of the world by the ancient Greeks, who considered the site to be one of the holiest sanctuaries.In fact, Delphi was home to the seat of Pythia, the oracle who was consulted about important decisions throughout the ancient classical world.The temple was built on the remains of an earlier temple, erected in the 6th century BC, which in turn was erected in the same position as another of the 7th century BC.It survived until 390 CE when the Christian emperor Theodosius I silenced the oracle with the destruction of the temple and most of the statues and works of art in the name of Christianity.
Archaeological Museum of Delphi
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.
Experience
Exclusions
- Gratuities (optional)
- Beverages
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking Not wheelchair accessible Most travelers can participate
- Dates that the tour does not operate are : National Public Holidays 1 Jan Sun New Year's Day -6 Jan Fri Epiphany -27 Feb Mon Orthodox Ash Monday-25 Mar Sat Independence Day-14 Apr Fri Orthodox Good Friday-16 Apr Sun Orthodox Easter Sunday-17 Apr Mon Orthodox Easter Monday-1 May Mon Labour Day-4 Jun Sun Orthodox Pentecost-5 Jun Mon Orthodox Whit Monday-15 Aug Tue Assumption Day-28 Oct Sat Ochi Day-25 Dec Mon Christmas Day-26 Dec Tue 2nd Day of Christmas
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
- Pick up service is included in the activity on sharing basis and from designated pickup location in Athens city center. We serve pick up for all City centre hotels and coastline except Piraeus -Rafina-Lavrio-Lagonissi.
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.