Discover Spiritual Delphi & Thermopylae Battlefield Private Trip
Depart from Athens with a private executive car or mini van and drive through the fertile plain of Boeotia, crossing the town of Thebes, world-renowned for its tragic story of King Oedipus. Reach Thermopylae and marvel the landscape and monument of King Leonidas. Continue through the picturesque towns of Livadeia and Arachova on the slopes of Mount Parnassus.
Upon arrival at Delphi, explore the "Omphalos" ("Navel of the Earth") and marvel at the ruins of an ancient sanctuary that grew rich as the seat of the oracle. Take your time and admire the views of a landscape of unparalleled beauty.
See the remains of the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythios, and visit the Treasury of the Athenians. Later on your private driver will recommend a nice place to have a great meal at the best restaurant overlooking the sea and the rich olive tree valley. As you return, stop in Arachova to stretch your legs and grab a coffee, pastry, tea or wine.
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Discover Spiritual Delphi & Thermopylae Battlefield Private Trip
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What's included in Discover Spiritual Delphi & Thermopylae Battlefield Private Trip
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Athens
Our driver will come to your accommodation for pickup and we will drive towards Delphi and Thermopylae. Estimate a 2 hours drive
Leonidas Monument
Stop at the battlefield of Thermopylae, where the Battle of Thermopylae was fought between an alliance of Ancient Greek city-states, led by King Leonidas I of Sparta, and the Achaemenid Empire of Xerxes I. It was fought in 480 BC over the course of three days, during the second Persian invasion of Greece. Marvel the Leonidas monument that was erected in 1955 and created by the sculptor Vasos Falireas. The brass sculpture of the Spartan King with his spear and shield is truly amazing. Next to the monument of Leonidas, lies the information center of Thermopyale battle in which you can watch a very informative video of about 10 minutes.
Delphi Archaeological Museum
Once in Delphi, head to the UNESCO-listed mountainside archaeological site, one of Greece’s most significant. Next, tour the ruins and shed light on the site’s oracle, an ancient priestess who conveyed messages from the god Apollo. Admire the Temple of Apollo and other monuments, and then visit the Archaeological Museum to view its artifacts, including the Charioteer of Delphi and Sphinx of Naxos.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Private Transportation with executive car or mini van
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Optional Stops for Lunch and/or Coffee
- Professional driver with deep local knowledge (not licensed to accompany you in any site)
- Culinary Welcome Gift
- Certified Tour Guide in Archaeological site (Upon request and depending on availability)
- Gratuities
- Lunch/Coffee
- Delphi Archaeological Site
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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We pick up from all Athens Hotels and Airbnb's.
