”Full Day in Delphi – Monastery of Hosios Loukas – Livadia ”

Immerse yourself in the myths and monuments of classical Greece on this full-day tour of Delphi from Athens. Explore the UNESCO-listed archeological site of Delphi with an expert guide and learn how the city was considered the ‘Center of the World’ in ancient Greece. Stand in awe before the dramatically situated Temple of Apollo, then discover long-lost wonders at the Delphi Archeological Museum, including the Charioteer of Delphi and the Sphinx of Naxos. After lunch in Delphi (optional upgrade or at own expense), visit the handicrafts towns of Arachova and Levadia on the way back to Athens.
– Full-day tour to Delphi from Athens.
– Visit the Delphi archeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
– See incredible monuments from ancient Greece like the Temple of Apollo.
– Explore Delphi Archeological Museum and see the Charioteer of Delphi.
– Stop in the pretty towns of Arachova and Levadia on the journey back to Athens.

It is built on the western edge of the valley of Kopaida and it is flown through by the river Erkyna. Its picturesque neighborhoods nad the old houses catch your eye as well as the stone bridges at the springs of Krya, offer a lovely natural landscape with evergreen plane trees natural waterfalls and windmills. You can visit the Byzantine Castle, the Oracle (an underground stone building) the stone Theatre and the Clock. You can also enjoy a quick meal and taste what the town is known for its traditional souvlaki or you can explore the town and enjoy your cafe.

Hosios Loukas is a historic walled monastery situated near the town of Distomo, in Boeotia, Greece. Founded in the mid-10th century, the monastery is one of the most important monuments of Middle Byzantine architecture and art, and has been listed on UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites since 1990, along with the monasteries of Nea Moni and Daphnion.
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 Luke of Steiris, whose relics are kept in the monastery to this day.

The Archaeological Museum of Delphi, one of the most important in Greece, presents the history of the famous Delphic sanctuary and the most famous oracle of the ancient Greek world. Its rich collections include mainly architectural sculptures, statues and works of micro-art, dedications of the faithful to the sanctuary, which reflect its religious-political and artistic activity throughout its historical course, from the foundation of the Apollonian mosque in the 8th century. e.g. until its decline in the years of late antiquity.

The ruins of the Temple of Apollo that are visible today date from the fourth century BC, and are of a peripteral Doric building. It was erected by Spintharus, Xenodoros, and Agathon on the remains of an earlier temple, dated to the sixth century BC, which had been erected on the site of a seventh-century BC construction attributed in legend to the architects Trophonios and Agamedes.

The tholos at the sanctuary of Athena Pronaea is a circular building that was constructed between 380 and 360 BC. It consisted of 20 Doric columns arranged with an exterior diameter of 14.76 meters, with 10 Corinthian columns in the interior.
The Tholos is located approximately a half a mile from the main ruins at Delphi. Three of the Doric columns have been restored, making it the most popular site at Delphi for tourists to take photographs.

The ancient theatre at Delphi was built farther up the hill from the Temple of Apollo giving spectators a view of the entire sanctuary and the valley below. It was originally built in the fourth century BC, but was remodeled on several occasions, particularly in 160/159 B.C. at the expenses of king Eumenes II of Pergamon and, in 67 A.D., on the occasion of emperor Nero’s visit.

The Stadium of Delphi lies on the highest spot of the Archaeological Site of Delphi. It overlooks the sanctuary of Apollo and has a view to the Delphic landscape. It was built either within the second half of the 4th century B.C. or even after the Galatian attacks. Its measured 178 meters in length and knew several refurbishment phases. The Stadium of Delphi is the best preserved ancient stadium in Greece.

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. Its modern ski resort, its close proximity to Athens, and its breathtaking mountainous landscape are the strongest reason why. Apart from the mountain activities, Arachova is also famous for its bustling nightlife and as the favorite mountain resort of Athenians.

At the foot of Parnassos, in the evocative natural landscape formed between two mysterious rocks, the Phaedriades, is the pan-Hellenic sanctuary of Delphi and the most famous oracle of ancient Greece . Delphi was the navel of the earth, where, according to mythology, the two eagles sent by Zeus from the ends of the universe to find the center of the world met, and for many centuries it was the spiritual and religious center and symbol of unity of ancient Hellenism.
The place where it was established and flourished the greatest religious centre of ancient times. In 1987 Delfi was awarded the title of a monument of Unesco.
Today Delphi is a municipality of Greece as well as a modern town adjacent to the ancient precinct. The modern town was created after removing buildings from the sacred precinct so that the latter could be excavated.
There you can explore the town and enjoy your lunch.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Additional fees if the tour concludes at a location other than the designated meeting point.
• Flexible Pick-Up Times – Customize pick-up times to suit your schedule.
• Hourly Extensions – Extend your tour for a fee, adaptable to your needs.

• “By MiniVan up to 8pax”
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  Skip line Tickets(Delphi): We will book Delphi Museum tickets and you pay later with cash or card.
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• “By MiniBus up to 13pax”
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  Private tour in 10hours
  Luxury Mercedes Benz
  Skip line Tickets(Delphi): We will book Delphi Museum tickets and you pay later with cash or card.
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• “By Sedan up to 3pax”
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  Private tour in 10hours
  Luxurious Mercedes Benz Sedan
  Skip line Tickets(Delphi): We will book Delphi museum tickets and you pay later with cash or card.
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• Hotel/Airbnb/Port Piraeus Pick up & Drop off (Without extra charge)
• Mercedes-Benz vehicles equipped with A/C, Child Seats
• English speaking driver with knowledge of the history. Not licensed to accompany you in any site.
• Mobile Chargers
• Rafina Port/Laurio Port Pick up & Drop Off (Additional charge)
• Skip the line tickets – Guaranteed to skip the lines – Upon your request

• Licensed Tour guide upon request depending on availability
• The guide driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you at any site/museum.
• Airport Pick Up & drop-off (Additional charge).
• Museum Ticket: Delphi Archaeological Museum( 12€)

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