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Full-Day Private Tour of Delphi with Transfers in Luxury Car & Digital Audio Guide

Name: Full-Day Private Tour of Delphi with Transfers in Luxury Car & Digital Audio Guide
Start: 2024-11-23T08:00:00
End: 2024-11-23T17:00:00
Location: Athens

Ruins of the Temple of Apollo, Delphi, Greece

Experience the luxury of a self-guided private tour to Delphi, exploring Greek temples, the Archaeological Museum, and more in a premium vehicle.

Highlights

Discover Delphi's mystical allure, ancient Greece's revered center of worship, and home to the Temple of Apollo, with a customizable 9-hr private tour.

Benefit from the chauffeur service, hotel transfers by luxury cars, refreshments, and free Wi-Fi onboard. Plus avail of a digital audio guide.
Visit Thermopylae's historic battlefield of 300 Spartans and take a dip in the healing sulphuric baths. Then explore the mountain town of Arachova.
Choose from a range of luxury vehicles: Mercedes E Class, Tesla Y, or Mercedes Minivans, to perfectly suit your group size and style.

Fun Fact: Delphi, believed to be the world's navel by the ancients, is where the paths of 2 eagles released by Zeus crossed, marking the center of the earth.

Inclusions

Full-day private tour of Delphi
English-speaking driver/guide
Round-trip hotel transfers from Athens
Private transfers by Mercedes E Class/MiniVan V Class/Minibus Sprinter/Tesla Y
Digital audio guide in 8 languages
Bottled water
Refreshments
Greek welcome gift

Exclusions

Entrance fees to archeological sites & museums (12€ per person)
State-licensed tour guide (upon request & based on availability)
Lunch

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your experience

Embark on a Greek Odyssey

Start from Athens in your chosen luxury vehicle – a sleek Mercedes E Class, an eco–friendly Tesla Y, or a spacious Mercedes MiniVan V Class escorted by an English–speaking chauffeur. Drive to the legendary battleground of Thermopylae where King Leonidas and his 300 Spartans defied the Persian Empire. Step into the mythic Gates of Fire, and soak up the restorative warmth of the region's healing hot springs aptly named hot gates.

Delving into Delphi's Rich Past

After a 2.5-hr drive, arrive at Delphi. Here, the Oracle's high priestess, Pythia, once dispensed cryptic prophecies at the Temple of Apollo. Explore the sanctuaries of Apollo and Athena Pronaia, the ancient stadium, and the theater at your leisure. At the Archaeological Museum of Delphi, you'll encounter masterpieces like the Charioteer of Delphi, artifacts from the 8th century BC to Late Antiquity, and the rich legacy of the famed sanctuary.

Arachova's Charm and Return Journey

Next, visit Arachova, a mountain town known for its picturesque streets, majestic Bell Tower, and culinary offerings, including black wine and the local drink, brusque. After exploring local boutiques, enjoy a comfortable ride back to Athens, replete with onboard Wi-Fi and refreshments. This journey into ancient Greece blends history, adventure, and luxury for a memorable experience.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours

8am – Pick-up from Athens | 10am – Thermopylae: Battle site exploration, Gates of Fire, Healing spas and sulphuric baths | 12:30pm – Sanctuary of Apollo, ancient stadium and theater | 1:30pm – Arachova | 2pm – Museum of Delphi audio-guided tour, Charioteer of Delphi and Serpent Column | 3pm – Free time in Delphi | 5pm – Return to Athens

Know before you go

Important Information

Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Pram/Stroller Accessibility, Free Wi-Fi.
It is recommended to wear loose-fitted clothing along with comfortable walking shoes.
Bring along your sunglasses and jacket.