Delphi Plus Arachova

Delphi Plus Arachova

The epitome of spirituality, the approach to the eternity through the oracle, the enchanting nature that takes our breath away together with the dispersed and spiritual element, travel us one step closer to the supreme. We discover the epicenter of the cultural interest that is hidden in the prehistory and the myths of the ancient Greeks. The archaeological site is a world heritage site of UNESCO.

Highlights
Explore the center of the ancient Greek world
Let Pythia introduce you to the Oracle of Delphi
Meet the Temple of Apollo & the Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia
Explore Delphi’s Archaeological Museum, discover the famous statue of Iniohos
Visit the Greek traditional village of Arachova (short stop)

We depart to Delphi with the bus together with our friendly trip attendant-archaeologist, at 08:30a.m from the “Smart-Eco-Pickup” at Halandri metro station. The distance is 180km and lasts approximately 2 hours and 10΄ minutes. During the way we have a short stop for coffee and rest. We reach Delphi that rises between two gigantic rocks, the Fedriades. Delphi is considered the “navel of the earth” and the center of the wisdom of the ancient Greek civilization. It was the holiest site of ancient Greece hosting the Oracle of Delphi, with the priory of the Olympian God Apollo, Pythia, who transferred the prediction of the god to the humans. We explore the Oracle of Delphi and drink water from the sacred Castalia Spring. If we are lucky, who knows maybe Pythia’s ancient spirit reveals us the future! We dispose 2 hours to admire the archaeological site with the unique findings such as the Dome of Athens Foresight, the Temple of Apollo, the Treasure of the Athenians and the ruins of the Ancient Stadium and the Theater of Delphi.

Later on, we visit the modern archaeological museum of Delphi where we dispose 45΄ to walk around the various areas. In the museum there are artifacts from the Archaic until the Roman era. More distinguishable showpieces are the statue of Iniohos, the Sphinx of the Naxians and the Statue of Antinoos.

Delphi is not only history as it is also known for the gastronomy. We have 1 hour to admire the picturesque village of Delphi and enjoy a tasteful break with homemade greek foodies in one of the taverns of the village.

We depart to Athens at around 15:00 making a short stop for 20΄ in the beautiful village of Arachova to capture the enchanting landscape. Arachova is located right on the foothills of Mount Parnassus and is a very famous winter resort for the habitants of central Greece.

We are back at about 17:30 at the Halandri metro Station. Join us and feel like being with a friend who is excited to show you around like a Greek!

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Location
Start point:
Halandri Metro Station

End point: Same as the starting point

Schedule
Duration: 10 Hours
Approximately.

Guide options
Guide type: Guide
Tips type: Included
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