From Athens: Delphi and Osios Loukas Monastery Day Trip

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From Athens: Delphi and Osios Loukas Monastery Day Trip
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Visit the ancient sanctuary of Delphi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and see the famous oracle of Apollo, on a day trip from Athens. Explore the Byzantine Monastery of Osios Loukas

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Duration 1 day
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Live tour guide
English, French
Pickup included
We use a white 9-seater van NISSAN NV300. Your driver will be waiting you at the address given. Please be at the spot 5 minutes earlier. If the road is not accessible by the van you will be contacted by the driver who will give the nearest address where he can pick you up.
Private group

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Itinerary

  • Pickup location:

    Athens

  • Van

    (2.67 hours)

  • Hosios Loukas

    Sightseeing (2 hours)

  • Van

    (1 hour)

  • Delphi Archaeological Site

    Sightseeing (2.5 hours)

    Delphi

    Visit, Lunch, Free time, Shopping, Walk (2.5 hours)

    Optional

  • Van

    (3 hours)

  • Arrive back at:

    Athens

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Visit the ancient sanctuary of Delphi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Explore the Byzantine Monastery of Osios Loukas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Admire the splendid golden mosaics and learn about the history of the monastery
  • Stop for a coffee or lunch break in the provincial town of Delphi

Full description

Explore the ancient ruins of Delphi on a full-day tour from Athens. Visit the UNESCO-listed site, the Temple of Apollo, and the Delphi Archaeological Museum. Stop for a coffee break in the picturesque town of Delphi.

Begin your day with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Athens and head to the World Cultural Heritage Site, with its splendid mosaics byzantine monastery of Osios (saint) Lukas. After that continue to the UNESCO arch, site of Delphi. Learn about the history of the site and its importance in ancient Greece.

Visit the Temple of Apollo, the theater, and the stadium where the Pythian Games took place. See the treasury of the Athenians and the sanctuary of Athena Pronea.

Continue to the Delphi Archaeological Museum to see the famous Bronze Charioteer (Iniochos) of Delphi, sculptures from the treasure of Siphnos, two colossal “kouros” from Argos, and the remains of three gold and ivory statues.

Stop for a coffee break or lunch in the picturesque town of Delphi, which is built on the slopes of Mount Parnassus and offers stunning views of the Corinthian Gulf. After your break, return to Athens.

Includes

  • All transfers in a comfortable private vehicle 9 seater NISSAN NV300 with driver (from/to Athens)
  • English speaking driver
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional liability insurance
  • All legal taxes
  • Professional guide on Delphi
  • optional, ask for one but not last minute, estimated cost 100-150euros)
  • Entrance fees to Delphi archaeological site and museum
  • Full: €12, Reduced: €6
  • Museum & Archaeological Site
  • Special ticket package: Full: €12, Reduced: €6
  • Ticket price from 01/11 to 31/03 6 €
  • Entrance fees to Osios Lukas byzantine monastery
  • Full: €4, Reduced: €2
  • Meals / snacks / drinks / beverages
  • Personal expenses
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Tips / other extras

Not suitable for

  • Children under 10 years
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Hat
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Water

Not allowed

  • Smoking
  • Flash photography

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately; Delphi can be cooler than Athens.
  • The site and museum can be crowded during peak tourist seasons; be prepared for potential waits.
  • Photography is allowed in the archaeological site and museum, but flash photography is prohibited inside the museum.
  • Food and drinks are not allowed inside the museum; it's recommended to have meals before or after the visit.
  • Hotel pickup is available from selected hotels; please confirm your pickup location and time in advance.
  • Only for the monastery, make sure to have an extra cover, such as a cloth or a skirt.

From $337 per person

Product ID: 836298

Activity provider:
Active Holidays in Greece

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