Why choose this Athens tour ?
Explore the breathtaking site of Delphi and pay tribute to Apollo while consulting the Oracle Pythia! Enjoy an authentic “village style” meal at the picturesque Delphi or Arachova village.
Providing a true door-to-door experience, using only luxury Mercedes Benz non-smoking vehicles with all the latest amenities including on board Wi-Fi, our services are offered by professional native English speaking tour drivers with in-depth knowledge of Greek history.
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What makes Private Tour of Delphi & Arachova from Athens a unique experience ?
Pickup from your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens
Delphi formerly also called Pytho is famous for the ancient sanctuary that grew rich as the seat of Pythia, the oracle who was consulted about important decisions throughout the ancient classical world. The Greeks considered Delphi the navel or center of the world as represented by the stone monument known as the Omphalos of Delphi.
Delphi archaeological site: A Unesco World Heritage Center, Delphi is one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece. The functions of the oracle grew over the centuries to include athletic games, cultural events, most importantly the Pythian games. The Temple of Apollo, the Ancient Theater, the Stadium, the Athenian Treasury, the Gymnasium, the Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia are truly captivating.
Frieze of the Treasury of Sifnias
Naxian Sphinx: 560 BC, one of the earliest representations in art of the demonic creature with a lion’s body, bird’s wings and a woman’s head.
Metopes of the Athenian Treasury: 5th century BC you will gaze upon Theseus and Antiope, Theseus and the Minotaur, Theseus and Marathonian bull, Heracles and the cattle of Geryon battling the three-bodied giant Geryon, Heracles subduing a Centaur & Cycnus, Heracles & the Nemean lion, & a Amazonomachy scene.
Omphalos: Signifying the center of the earth & kept in Apollo’s temple.
Kleobis and Biton: Two brothers from Argos typical kouroi dating to the 7th century BC.
Statue of Antinoos: Portrays the celebrated for his beauty, youth & emperor Hadrian’s favorite as a god. This work is considered one of the finest examples of the neoclassical style revived in the 2nd century AD.
The famous Charioteer Iniohos: Belonging to a statuary complex of a chariot run by four horses and included a second male figure.
The picturesque Arachova village
Wander around the picturesque stone houses
Workshops and Boutiques
Enjoy your lunch at a fabulous family run taverna serving authentic ‘ village style’ Greek food overlooking the wonderful views of Itea and Amfissa
Return to your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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- Private Tour of Delphi & Arachova from Athens
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Pickup included
- English speaking and multi-lingual drivers
- Transportation by private luxury vehicle
- Professional Tour Drivers with in-depth knowledge of ancient & modern Greek history
- Fully Private Tour
- Bottled water & refreshing wipes
- Hotel/Port pick-up and drop-off service
- Skip-the-line ticket service
Not Included
- Entrance fees to the sites
- Licensed tour guide to accompany guests into the site and museum (additional cost, on request)
- Food & Drinks
- Airport pick-up and drop-off (additional cost)
- Tips and Gratuities
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Ancient Greece Tours & Transfers.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Athens.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 8 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
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