General information
| Destination |
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| Athens, Greece |
Program details
We depart to
Delphi with the bus together with our friendly trip attendant-archaeologist. The distance is 180km and lasts approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes. During the way we have a short stop for coffee (not included) 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. Ticket for archaeological site and museum is not included EUR12.00 and the price can be subject to change.
Later on, we visit the modern archaeological museum of Delphi where we dispose 45 minutes 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 (at your own expense)
We depart to Athens at around 15:00 making a short stop for 20 minutes 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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