Delphi & Meteora Two (2) days Tour

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Why we love it?

This two-day tour from Athens combines the ancient and natural wonders of Greece with visits to the Hosios Loukas Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its Byzantine mosaics and architecture, and the mountain town of Arachova near Mount Parnassus. Explore the Delphi Archaeological Site, including the Sanctuary of Apollo, Treasury of the Athenians, Ancient Theatre, Ancient Stadium, Castalia Spring, Delphi Archaeological Museum, and the Temple of Athena Pronaia with its iconic Tholos. After a scenic drive to Kalambaka, the second day focuses on the Meteora monasteries perched atop towering sandstone peaks, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, followed by a stop at the historic battlefield of Thermopylae and the Monument of King Leonidas. The tour includes hotel and port pickups in Athens, travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi, and bottled water, but entrance fees and meals are not included. This itinerary suits travelers interested in Greek history, archaeology, and dramatic landscapes.

Inclusions

  • Bottled Water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • WiFi on board
  • Athens Hotel/Piraeus Port pickup and drop-off included
  • Professional Drivers (Not licensed to accompany you into the sites)
  • Drivers' accomodation 

Exclusions

  • Meals
  • Entrance Fees for the Hosios Loukas monastery, the Delphi Archaeological Site and Museum, the Meteora monasteries & Thermopylae Historical Information Center (45.00 Euros per adult)
  • Two Local Licensed tour guides upon request, depending on availability (Additional Cost: 420 Euros)
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Accommodation

Itinerary

Day 1

Delphi

  • At Delphi, we will visit Castalia spring, the ancient Sanctuary of Apollo, the Treasury of the Athenians, the ancient Stadium, the ancient Theatre, the unique bronze Charioteer, and the Museum.

    Delphi is both an archaeological site and a modern town on the southwestern slope of Mount Parnassus in the valley of Phocis. In Greek mythology, it was the navel of the earth, the site of the Delphic Oracle and a major site for the worship of god Apollo after he slew the Python, a dragon who protected the navel of the earth. Apollo spoke through his oracle. The priestess of the oracle known as the Pythia had to be an older woman and sat on a tripod seat over an opening in the earth. Apollo possessed Pythia and she prophesied. People consulted the Delphic Oracle on everything from important matters of public policy to personal affairs. The Oracle exerted considerable influence throughout the Greek world and consulted before all major events.

    The ancient Stadium held the Python Games, which were one of the four Pan-Hellenic Games held every four years.

  • Driving through Levadia, we will arrive at the Monastery of Hosios Loukas, one of the finest Byzantine monuments in Greece, built in the 10th century and set on a picturesque slope on the western foothills of Mount Hellikon, near the ancient town of Steiri. The Monastery was founded in 945 AD by the hermit Hosios Loukas who was hard working, kind, compassionate, hospitable and born with the gift of foresight, which was proved unmistakable on issues of both national and individual importance. The Catholicon at the Monastery keeps the relics of Hosios Loukas. The marvelous mosaics and the architecture make the Monastery one of the most important monuments in Greece.

  • At Kalambaka, we recommend

    1) Iridanos Hotel

    2) Meteoritis Hotel

    According to availability

    Not included in price

Day 2

Meteora

  • The next morning, we will visit three from the six suspended in the air Monasteries, built on natural sand stone rock pillars. The Meteora Monasteries date back to the 11th century and are included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage sites. The James Bond movie for your eyes only was filmed at the Monastery of Holy Trinity.

  • Thermopylae

  • Breakfast at your hotel

Please Note

  • Important InformationPets are welcome, provided they remain in their carriers while inside the vehicle.
  • Infants must have their own seats and cannot sit on laps.
  • Wheelchair accessibility is not available.
  • Infant car seats are available upon request.
  • Your tour is 100% private. No other passengers will join your group.
  • Driver & Tour InformationYour English- speaking driver will explain about the ancient monumentsr group. that you are about to visit, the ancient history of Greece and interesting facts about historical and modern-day Greece but is not allowed by law to accompany you in the sites. If you wish to have a licensed tour guide to accompany you into the sites, we will help you arrange a licensed tour guide to be with you at an extra cost.
  • Pickup InformationAthens International Airport :Your driver will meet you at the customs exit of Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos), holding an H.P. Tours sign with your name on it.Piraeus Port :Your driver will meet you at the exit of your ship's assigned terminal (A, B, or C), holding an H.P. Tours sign with your name on it.

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 3 days before start

Non-refundable after 3 days before start

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