Sacred Delphi & Osios Loukas in a Full Day Private Tour

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(5 reviews)

9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

A private tour which combines both the mystical feeling of Delphi and the religious importance of Osios Loukas!

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
English speaking tour driver, best-mannered, fully aware of the Greek history & culture
Entrance fees
Licensed tour guide, only upon request and extra charge

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick up / drop off at Athens hotels Pick up / drop off at Athens suburbs hotels under extra charge Pick up / drop off at Athens airport Pick up / drop off at Piraeus or Rafina ports Pick up / drop off at designated places

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Your private tour will start from your hotel or your cruise ship,passing by some scenic countryside places. You will pass by Livadeia and Thebes, both great ancient cities. Our first stop will be the Osios Loukas monastery founded on the early 11th century, favored by the byzintine emperors and most worshiped by the pligrims. There you can see the wonderful golden mosaics, built in the 11th century, and frescoes plus the Burial Crypt.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    The pictursque village of Arachova is our next stop, which is a popular winter holiday destination with its ski center

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Then let's drive to Delphi the next stop, where you'll visit both the archaelogical site with the ancient theatre, and museum. Delphi is the first touristic attraction of the antiquity, as it was busy all the year round. It was the place God Apollo had his sanctuary,that the prophesis were given to every man, every prince, general and king by Pythia the High Priestess.It was the center of the universe, according to Zeus, king of the Gods. You will visit the Oracle of Apollo, the Omfalos, the temple of Athena Pronaia, Kastaleia Spring and see some magnificent artifacts and statues, such as Eniochos the charioteer, the twin Brothers and Sphynx of Naxos. When you feel hungry get ready to taste the famous Greek cuisine and have a memorable lunch.the tour will guide you to a traditional restaurant or tavern.It's up to you to choose from a variety of flavors of the most known Greek dishes. After your lunch there with a great view of mountain Parnassus and Itea , it is time to return back to Athens.

    4 hours Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Enjoy Greece Tours

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Archaeology Tours
Religious Tours
Luxury Car Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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