Leonidas House

Our PRIVATE Ephesus Tour is one of its kind about places it covers and it's our best-seller! This tour is a perfect option for those who have a full day to spend around the most important sights of the Ephesus area. This tour is guaranteed Skip-The-Line with pre-purchased tickets. You can always customize your tour with your private guide. This tour includes pick up and drop off service from Kusadasi Cruise Port. During your private tour, you will visit; Ephesus Ancient City which used to be the most important commercial center of the western Anatolia, the House of Virgin Mary where Mary had spent her last day, the Basilica of St. John where is believed that the evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill and the Temple of Artemision which is known as one of the seven wonders of the Antic World. Enjoy the personalized attention of your licensed tour guide and the comfort of your private mercedes van.

A reformer, educator, writer, and revolutionary: few people in American history can boast a legacy as multifaceted and impactful as Leonidas Lafayette Polk. Hailing from an important family in North Carolina, Polk served in the American Civil War and returned home to find North Carolina's farmers struggling under the burden of debt, poverty, and a lack of educational opportunities. Leonidas L. Polk dedicated his life to fiercely fighting for the rights and interests of North Carolina's farmers in any way he could. This included publishing newspapers for farmers, creating farmers' educational institutions, and pushing for a revolutionary new approach to politics. Polk would change the lives of farmers and the history of America forever. On this tour of his house in Raleigh, explore the history and impact of Col. Leonidas L. Polk in his house, built in 1891.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Meteora, a rock formation in central Greece hosting one of the largest and most precipitously built complexes of Eastern Orthodox monasteries on this private, full-day excursion from Athens. Travel in private, air-conditioned vehicles and get around all the sites your group is interested in visiting within the extensive mountain complex before returning comfortably to Athens. • Walk around the rock formations and visit up to three of the monasteries for an up-close look at ancient hermit life • Take photos and create lifelong memories at this picturesque yet imposing natural beauty • Enjoy authentic Greek food in Kastraki village • Return to Athens via Thermopylae, hearing battle tales along the way where 300 Spartans fought 100,000 Persians

Enjoy a private trip by executive car or minivan to Meteora, the UNESCO world heritage listed monasteries. Meteora means "middle of the sky", and with their exalted heights and almost mystical inaccessibility, the Metéora monasteries seem to soar towards heaven and reflect the human striving for holiness. After the fascinating tour of the 3 most accessible monasteries, you can enjoy a delightful lunch with Greek traditional dishes and “Mezedes” in the picturesque Kastraki village. On your way back to Athens, stop at Thermopylae, where one of most epic battles of all times took place. 300 Spartans faced the Persian army and stopped them for 2 days. See the battlefield and the statue of King Leonidas. See all 6 Unesco world heritage listed monasteries Climb the extraordinary rock formations Visit up to 3 monasteries to get a glimpse of Hermits’ life Have a traditional Greek lunch in a picturesque village Marvel the battlefield of the legendary Thermopylae and King Leonidas statue.

Be captivated by the amazing monument of King Leonidas and the renowned “Hot Springs” at Thermopylae! Visit the breathtaking sites in Delphi and learn the rich history of the Castalia Spring, the archaeological site, the Amphitheatre, the Athenian Treasury, the ancient Gymnasium, the ancient Stadium an the Temple of Apollo famous for its oracle Pythia and the Navel of the Earth. Explore the Museum of Delphi, with its spectacular collection of artifacts, including the Naxian Sphinx, the unique bronze Charioteer and the Statue of Antinoos.  Enjoy your traditional “village style” lunch on the magnificent Caldera at Delphi, overlooking the Corinthian Gulf.

A day trip from Athens to see Thermopylae and Delphi is an unforgettable experience. This full-day tour begins by driving north from Athens, we arrive at Thermopylae, the historical Pass of Thermopylae where the battle took place between the Persians and Spartans. Our next stop is going to be the sacred site of Delphi with its Temple of Apollo. Delphi is a UNESCO-recognized archeological site that’s among Greece’s most iconic places. Follow in the footsteps of ancient heroes across the countryside of Greece on an adventure that takes you to the heart of this European country.

For those who want to see two of the most visited places in Greece only in two days. Visit Delphi, the centre of the earth and the incredible Meteora rocks and feel impressed by Greek nature…

This amazing tour will give you the opportunity to discover the history of Laconia combining Ancient Greek and (the lesser known) Medieval Greek history. Visit Sparta, where Leonidas reigned and travel back in Byzantine era walking around towers, palaces and churches in Mystras.

Explore 2 UNESCO Sites, Delphi and Meteora. In this shared group tour you can combine a visit to one of the most important archeological sites and one of the most important religious sites in Greece. Our trip from Athens starts on the highway, driving via the towns of Thebes, Levadia and the picturesque village of Arachova, our first stop will be at the Archaeological Site of Delphi. After our visit to Delphi we will depart for Kalambaka (overnight). This journey will take us through the traditional settlements and majestic towns of Central Greece. A few minutes away from Kalambaka we will have the opportunity to admire the cliffs of Meteora. The complex of Meteora is renowned for its breathtaking scenery and panoramic view. Each cliff is host to one of the many Byzantine Monasteries which were built on top of the rock formations. We'll visit two of these Byzantine monasteries. On our return, we will make a short visit at Thermopylae to take a glance at Leonida’s Monument.

Take this Delphi & Meteora Two Days Tour from Athens and enjoy a majestic trip. Begin with pick up from Athens and board your luxury air conditioned bus with your professional guide. Visit the Delphi archeological site where the temple of Apollo was considered as 'the navel of the wold' in ancient Greece, a site that has played an extremely important role at the evolution and political situation of ancient Athens and the rest of Greece. We also visit the impressive Meteora. Meaning "suspended in air" the name Meteora soon came to encompass the entire rock community of monasteries, the biggest and most important group of monasteries in Greece after those in Mount Athos. The rock monasteries have been characterized by UNESCO as a unique phenomenon of cultural heritage.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Delphi, home of the 4th-century-BC Temple of Apollo on this private, full day excursion from Athens. Travel in private, air-conditioned vehicles and get around all the sites your group is interested in visiting within the extensive mountainside archaeological complex before returning comfortably to Athens. – Your guides are not official site guides, but can explain all about the sites on the way to and from Delphi – Stop at the Delphi ruins, the Temple of Apollo, and Delphi Archaeological Museum – See the sanctuaries of Apollo and Athena Pronaia, ancient stadiums, and theatres – Visit Thermopylae where the battle took place and the statue of Leonidas

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Meteora, a rock formation in central Greece hosting one of the largest and most precipitously built complexes of Eastern Orthodox monasteries on this private full-day excursion. Departing from Athens, pass through the scenic towns of Amphissa, Lamia and Trikala before arriving at Meteora, the name Meteora is used to define any rocky plateau or steep rock formation. The monasteries were built between the 14th and 19th centuries, their location was chosen carefully so that the monks could be as close as possible to God.

Ancient Sparta,Mystras (Mistras), and Kaiadas are three of Greece’s top historic sites, but visiting with public transportation can be complicated.Save hours with this day trip that includes convenient pick up and round-trip transportation from Athens so you have ample time to explore all three sites. Take in the ancient sparta ,Orthodox monument – castle city of Mystras,and ancient cave of Kaidas where the Spartans where the Spartans threw inside thieves and criminals.

This Meteora private tour from Athens to UNESCO Holy Monasteries of the rocky mountains of Meteora area is a memorable tour! The breath-taking Meteora rocks were formed 60 million years ago. Today is part of the Natura 2000 network. There are six monasteries on Meteora: Great Meteoron, Varlaam, Roussanou, Agios Stefanos, Holy Trinity and St. Nicholas. You will visit 2 or 3 of the monasteries, depending on the day and time we are visiting. The monasteries date back from the 14th c and are unique in the world because of the amazing treasure of Byzantine and Christian items you can witness. Items such as the classic attire of the monks, elegant paintings and etched glass. In 1981 Jame’s Bond film ‘For Your Eyes Only’ was partially filmed in the Monastery of Holy Trinity. Next stop a visit to the Thermopylae Museum where King Leonidas and his 300 battled the Persians. Our final stop is at Kammena Vourla seaside village where we will offer you, an afternoon coffee or tea by the sea.

This tour visits two significant UNESCO World Heritage Sites that showcase key aspects of ancient Greek history. Start at Thermopylae, the famous narrow pass where in 480 BC, King Leonidas and his small force of Spartan warriors made a legendary stand against the invading Persian army, exemplifying courage and sacrifice. Next, explore Delphi, once considered the center of the world in ancient Greek culture. At this sacred site, you will see the Temple of Apollo, where the Pythia, the oracle, delivered her prophecies. Wander through the ancient sanctuary dedicated to Athena and the Treasury of the Athenians, which housed valuable offerings. The site’s rich archaeological remains, combined with stunning views of the surrounding landscape, reflect Delphi’s importance as a spiritual, cultural, and intellectual hub of the ancient world. This visit offers a deep appreciation of the traditions, religious beliefs, and artistic achievements that shaped Greek civilization.

One of our favorite tours, this one is dedicated to those who fell in the name of freedom. This special tour was designed to accommodate those interested in ancient Greek battles, those who want to discover two major battlefields of the Persian wars, the plane of Marathon and Thermopylae.

Loreto is one of the most important sacred places for Catholic pilgrims in the Marches Region. Its history begins December 10, 1924, when the Sanctuary of the Holy House of the Virgin Mary was moved from Nazareth to its current site; this belief is supported by the research that recently has been carried out on the graffiti found inside this house. The sacred house (Santa Casa) has a very simple structure with three walls, each of them reaching the height of three meters, composed of sandstones and refined with a particular technique that was used in Palestine in the time of Jesus. This site is remarkable for its religious and spiritual values as well as for the artistic importance of its highly-decorated marble work. Pope Julius II commissioned Donato Bramante for the marble vestments.

Our trip starts from Athens. Great experience, Mercedes cars, comfort and safety transportation under high standards,these are some of the benefits of booking a private transfer with us.Also we can only offer a local guideline on the sites we are going to see, because we are not allowed to guide you inside of them. But, we can provide you with lots of information about the sites we are going to visit. If we can combine it with our passion to show to our travelers our heritage, we think this is the recipe of success. To show to world our amazing and majestic archaeological sites, landscapes etc.

This magical tour gives you the option of visiting the glorious site of the ancient Greek oracle of Delphi (the naval of the earth), the unique natural and religious beauty of Meteora and several other points of interest in the Greek countryside.

We visit Sparta as travelers, not as tourists. We get as excited as you to travel, to enjoy history, scenery. If you want to see most of Modern/Ancient Sparta & Ancient Corinth we suggest combine all sites in a full day tour. Schedule is flexible, but most importantly our drivers are seasoned travelers and are dedicated to helping you live the tour of your life, that is suited to your needs and lifestyle, allowing all passengers to enjoy the scenic drive. The tour starts with a convenient pickup and takes you via Corinth Canal to Peloponnese. We drive via Mount Parnon to Sparta, visit town, the impressive statue of Leonidas, the Acropolis, theater, King Leonidas Tomb and Museum. We will visit the unique Olive & Oil museum of Sparta and taste local products. On our return we will visit Ancient Corinth