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Day tour to Delphi

Mythology

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According to Greek Mythology, Zeus determined the site of Delphi when he sought to find the centre of his "Grandmother Earth" (Gaia). He sent two eagles flying from the ends of the universe (eastern and western extremities) to find the navel of the world. The path of the eagles crossed over Delphi where the omphalos, or navel of Gaia (Earth) was found. The location took its name from the word "delphini" (dolphin) as according to the myth god Apollo arrived there from Crete riding a dolphin

History

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The earliest finds in the area of Delphi, dated to the Neolithic period (4000 BC). The sanctuary of Delphi, set within a most spectacular landscape, was for many centuries the cultural and religious centre and symbol of unity for the Hellenic world. The town started to gain pan-Hellenic relevance as both a shrine and an oracle in the 7th century BC. In the sixth century BC, it increased its territory and political and religious influence throughout Greece, and reorganised the Pythian Games, the second most important games in Greece after the Olympics

Oracle of Delphi

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Delphi is perhaps best known for its oracle, the Pythia, the sibyl or priestess at the sanctuary dedicated to Apollo. Between the sixth and fourth centuries BC, the Delphic oracle, which was regarded as the most trustworthy, was at its peak. Cities, rulers and ordinary individuals alike consulted the oracle, expressing their gratitude with great gifts and spreading its fame around the world

Day Trip

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Begin your wonderful private tour, tailored to your needs, with an English speaking trained chauffeur along the highway road to the mountain of Parnassos. You'll have a short stop everytime is needed and in spots with panoramic view for photo shooting. After nearly 2,5 hours, you will arrive at Delphi, one of the most famous archaeological sites of Greece, passing through Castalia spring. On the way back you may have a stop for dinner to taste traditional food at the picturesque mountain village of Arachova
You'll be back again at your hotel or apartment in Athens after 9 h

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What is included

  • 9h English speaking trained chauffeur
  • 9h Private luxury vehicle (not a taxi)
  • PickUp & DropOff service
  • Skip the line service
  • Optional audio guiding using your smartphone or tablet
  • 100% customizable based on points of interest or time spent on each within the total trip time limit
  • Free WiFi onboard
  • Fuel & tolls
  • Refreshment & snack basket in vehicle
  • Bottled natural water
  • All taxes & fees

    • What is not included

  • Entrance fees to archaeological site(s) [please consult the "tips" area below]
  • Entrance fees to museum(s) [please consult the "tips" area below]
  • Professional (state-licensed) guide (you may ask one at the booking procedure)
  • Personal expenses
  • Meals (lunch or dinner)
  • Other beverages
  • Tips and gratuities (optional)

    • TOUR PRICES FROM ATHENS

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    offers 10% discount to all tour prices

    Use the discount code "10years" in the booking process
    and take advantage of a 10% discount on each of the prices below
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    (up to 8 p.)    		 MiniVan
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    (up to 7 p.)    		 MiniBus
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    (up to 12 p.)
    Day tour (9 hours) € 520 € 800 € 630 € 680 € 810
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    Tips

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    Opening hours

    Winter
    Opening hours from November 1st to March 31st as follows:
  • From 08:30 - 15:30 [Last admission: 15:10]
    • Summer
    Opening hours from April 1st to October 31st as follows: Apr 1 to Apr 30:
  • From 08:00 till 19:00 [Last admission: 18:40]

    • May 2 to Aug 31:
  • From 08:00 till 20:00 [Last admission: 19:40]

    • Sep 1 to Sep 15:
  • From 08:00 till 19:30 [Last admission: 19:10]

    • Sep 16 to Sep 30:
  • From 08:00 till 19:00 [Last admission: 18:40]

    • Oct 1 to Oct 15:
  • From 08:00 till 18:30 [Last admission: 18:10]

    • Oct 16 to Oct 31:
  • From 08:00 till 18:00 [Last admission: 17:40]

    • Official Informations
  • Delphi (Prefecture of Fokida)
  • T: (+30) 22650 82313, (+30) 22650 82346
  • Ministry of Culture and Sports Website
  • Wikipedia

    • Ticketing

    Prices
  • Full : 12 €
  • Reduced : 6 €
    • Reduced for
  • Citizens of the European Union over 65 years old
  • Non EU students of Universities upon ID presentation
  • Escorting parents on educational visits
    • Fully reduced for
  • Escorting teachers
  • Parents of families with three or more children
  • Persons with disabilities
  • Single parent families
  • EU Students of Universities upon ID presentation
  • Young people, up to the age of 18
    • "Skip the Line" service
    Please use the following link to buy your tickets online:
  • Archaeological Sites

    • Holidays

    on January

    1st of January

    6th of January

    on February
    Shrove Monday (40 days before Orthodox Easter)
    on March
    25th of March
    on April

    Orthodox Good Friday

    Orthodox Holy Saturday

    Orthodox Easter Sunday

    on May

    1st of May

    Orthodox Good Friday

    Orthodox Holy Saturday

    Orthodox Easter Sunday

    on August
    15th of August
    on December

    25th of December

    26th of December

    Free admission days

    on March
    6th of March
    on April
    18th of April
    on May
    18th of May
    on September
    the last weekend
    on October
    28th of October
    from Nov 1st to Mar 31st
    every 1st Sunday of the month