2 Days Private Tour: Delphi & Meteora

This tour is a way to see two main sites representing different parts of Greek history. Setting off with a drive along the national highway heading towards northern Greece. Soon after we will be on the slopes of Mount Parnassus before reaching the mythical Delphi.

Leaving the site of Delphi we will have lunch at the modern village of Delphi with a peaceful view of the mountains of Fokis. Before setting off we will stop at point well known for its great view, you will see the Corinthian Sea, the port of Itea and the valley full of olive trees (olive sea). Following we will continue with a drive through the mountains, not taking the national highway, to see the real Greek country side. We will reach Kalambaka, a beautiful small city that is dominated by the Meteora. You will have time to take an evening walk and enjoy a local dinner after settling at the hotel. 

You will have a breathtaking view of the mountains full of olive trees literally in front of you.

We will set off with a drive along the national highway heading towards northern Greece and coming across the plane of Thieves and the city of Levadia. Soon after we will be at Arachova. Aráchova is a mountainous village nestling picturesquely at the foot of Mt. Parnassós. It is the most cosmopolitan winter destination in Greece, a great favorite 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, Aráchova is also famous for its bustling nightlife and as the favorite mountain resort of Athenians.

Delphi is a town on Mount Parnassus in the south of mainland Greece. It's the site of the 4th-century B.C. Temple of Apollo, once home to a legendary oracle. Walking through the village with its narrow, country streets and shops on the central street you will have a breathtaking view of the mountains full of olive trees (olive sea) literally in front of you. 

In the museum you will be able to see many findings and the famous charioteer and Gold Ivory statues.

Oracle of Delphi is a famous sanctuary with a PanHellenic character dedicated to Apollo. It served as an oracle and was considered ‘the naval’ the center of the world. Today Delphi is a symbol of Greek cultural unity. The scenic location allows you to have a soothing view of the Greek mountains and two more intersting sites, the Gymnasium and the secondary sanctuary of Athena Pronea. Called the centre of the world, Delphi was the most famous ancient Greek sanctuary with a Pan Hellenic character dedicated to the God Apollo. Meanwhile at the site you will visit the temple of Apollo where Pytheia spoke to the oracles, the theater and the stadium.  

Following we will continue with a drive through the mountains, not taking the national highway, to see the real Greek country side. Passing by the cities of Lamia, Trikala and Karditsa we will reach Kalambaka, a beautiful small city that is dominated by the Meteora. You will have time to take an evening walk and enjoy a local dinner after settling at the hotel.

On the following day we’ll start in the morning for a visit to the monasteries and a closer look at the holy rocks. 

Moving on after having our lunch at Kalambaka we will start heading towards Athens and to our last stop. On our way back we will meet the battlefield of Thermopylae.

We will visit the monasteries and a closer look at the holy rocks. On the rocks that are like suspended in the air (that’s what Meteora means) there is one of the largest and most important complexes of Eastern Orthodox Monasteries, still in use. Meteora combines natural beauty and cultural heritage, a fact that make them a unique destination between the world’s monuments. Great Meteoro, as its name shows is the biggest and most impressive.

Visit the Roussanou or Saint Stefan Monastery, two of the most known monasteries. 

Roussanou Nunnery gives you the opportunity to walk in the trees before you arrive at the hanged from the sky monastery, while Saint Stefan is the easiest to access. 

Then, we will drive to Thermopylae. It was here that 10 years after the Battle of Marathon, King Leonidas and his 300 brave Spartans heroically faced the Persian army. In the historical center, an informative 3D movie will be shown.  

As if travelling through time you will feel the presence of heroes who stood their ground for their freedom against a foreign conqueror. To conclude you will visit the statue of Leonidas standing exactly opposite Kolonos Hill where the persistent Spartans left their last breath.   

Walk around the Thermopylae Battlefield enjoying the nature.  

We will drive back to Athens after having lunch at a seaside village.