Delphi Day Tour

Discover the "navel of the world"!
Duration:
1 Day
Destinations:
Delphi ancient city ruins, Greece mainland tour
per person (including lunch) 110

This full-day tour of Delphi is ideal for those looking to augment their vacation to Greece with a quick dose of ancient history. Starting from Athens, the capital of Greece, we will take the scenic route through the plains of Beotia before arriving in Delphi, known around ancient Greece as 'the navel of the world'. A town with strong ties to antiquity due to the presence of the famous Oracle, whose ruins still stand proudly. A sacred place for ancient Greeks, as they consulted the great Oracle before every major war campaign. There you will have the chance to visit the Treasury of the Athenians, the Temple of Apollo and the archaeological museum, before returning to Athens in the evening.

 

  • Most Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays from November to March.
  • Daily Service from April to October.

For a specific date, check availability here.
Only guests ages 5 through 12 are eligible for "children's rates"

From November to March:
104,00 € per adult
65,00 € per child

From April to October:
110,00 € per adult
70,00 € per child

Starting from Athens, the capital of Greece, we will take the scenic route through the fertile plains of Beotia, crossing the town of Thebes, which is connected with the tragedy of King Oedipus, Levadia, one of the more traditional towns in Greece and the picturesque Arachova which sits on the foot of Mount Parnassus. You will arrive in Delphi, known around ancient Greece as 'the navel of the world'. A town with strong ties to antiquity due to the presence of the famous Oracle, whose ruins still stand proudly. A sacred place for ancient Greeks, as they consulted the great Oracle before every major war campaign. There you will have the chance to visit the Treasury of the Athenians, the Temple of Apollo and the archaeological museum. Lunch will be at the village of Delphi and afterwards you will make your way back to Athens by the same route. On the way there will be a quick stop at Arachova, before reaching Athens early in the evening.

Departure at approximately 08:45 - Return at approximately 19:30

  • Entrance fees in archeological sites
  • Professional Delphi tour Guide
  • 1 lunch
  • Transport by luxury air-conditioned coach
  • Pick up / drop off service from most of the hotels in Athens
  • All taxes

Not included:

  • Your international airfare
  • Personal expenses, beverages at lunch and / or dinner
  • Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts
  • The tour is usually bilingual, implemented in English and one additional language (French or Italian). Your agent can inform you on the languages of the tour prior to booking.
  • This Delphi tour includes a complimentary pick-up / drop-off service from your hotel or other predefined spots in Athens and surrounding areas. Maximum duration of this service to gather tour participants is approximately 1 hour. Thus, pick-up time may vary for each guest and will be promptly provided by your personal agent.
  • Clients staying at the coast will depart for their hotels, from the G.O. terminal around 19:30hrs.