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2 Days Private Tour: Delphi & Meteora

By Olive Sea Travel
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €1,180 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

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…

Activity location

  • Athens
    • Athens, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Athens
    • Athens, Greece

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Without Accommodation
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Accommodation is not Included
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
€1,180.00 x 1 Adult€1,180.00
Total
Price is €1,180.00
Until Fri, 27 Mar
3* Hotel with breakfast
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Standard Double room
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
€1,479.00 x 1 Adult€1,479.00
Total
Price is €1,479.00
Until Fri, 27 Mar
4* Hotel with breakfast
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Superior Double room
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
€1,553.00 x 1 Adult€1,553.00
Total
Price is €1,553.00
Until Fri, 27 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel/ AirBnb/ Port pick up & drop-off
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history. [Not licensed to accompany you in any site.]
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transport by private vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Accommodation and breakfast (according to your booking)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Accommodation with breakfast (according to your booking)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Licensed Tour guide on request (Additional cost)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance Fees

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The drivers are not licensed to accompany you inside any site or museum. If you require a licensed guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. If you have any questions you can contact us on the phone number provided by Viator.
  • Please contact us after your booking if you are using a wheelchair or if you are travelling with infants
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Delphi

  • 6 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Athens

Experience two of Greece’s most iconic sites on this overnight journey. Stroll through the mountain village of Arachova before exploring the sacred sanctuary of Delphi, home to Apollo’s oracle and breathtaking views of Mount Parnassus. Stay in Kalambaka, nestled at the foot of the Meteora cliffs, and visit the extraordinary monasteries perched high on the rocks. On your return to Athens, stop at the legendary battlefield of Thermopylae to honour Leonidas and his Spartans. A perfect blend of history, culture, and scenery in just two unforgettable days.

Arachova

Setting 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 on the slopes of Mount Parnassus before reaching the mythical Delphi.

Delphi

  • 1h
We will drive to the ancient site of Delphi, a famous sanctuary with a PanHellenic character dedicated to Apollo. It served as an oracle and was considered ‘the naval’ the centre 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.

Temple of Apollo

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
On location you will visit the mystical temple of Apollo where Pytheia spoke to the oracles, the ancient theatre and the stadium.

Delphi Archaeological Museum

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
The site also has a museum where you will find the famous charioteer and Gold Ivory statue. Then we will set out for lunch at the current village of Delphi while viewing the mountains of Fokis.

Kalabaka

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 Kalabaka, 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.

Day 2: Meteora

  • 8 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Meteora

  • 45m
On the following day we’ll start in the morning for a visit to 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.

Roussanou Monastery

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Visit Roussanou for a different view of the surrounding cliffs and the adjacent Monasteries. Follow the pathway from this monastery to the upper main road and discover an off-the-road panoramic view point spot that allows you to walk on bear rocks!

Agios Stefanos

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
The Holy Monastery of Agios Stefanos is one of the few female monasteries of Meteora. The exact date of the monastery's construction is unknown but according to some evidence it was built in the 15th century. The beautiful wall-paintings of the Catholicon were executed in 1560.

Great Meteoron Monastery

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Visit Great Meteoron devoted to the Transfiguration, the biggest and most famous Monastery of Meteora rocks

Battlefield of Thermopylae

  • 15m
We will visit the place where 10 years after the Battle of Marathon, King Leonidas and the 300 Spartans heroically faced the Persian army.

Historical Information Center Thermopylon

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
In the historical centre of the site you will take joy in a 3D film, travelling through the time you will feel the presence of all who sacrificed their freedom, killed by a foreign conqueror.

Leonidas Monument

  • 10m
Completing the visit you will see the statue of Leonidas standing opposite Kolonos Hill where the persisting Spartans left their last breath.

Kamena Vourla

  • 1h
Heading back to Athens we will stop at the coastal town of Kammena Vourla, where we will enjoy a relaxing, traditional Greek lunch by the sea. And to terminate the tour we will drive back to Athens safe and sound.

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    Athens
    • Athens, Greece

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    Athens
    • Athens, Greece

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