Sacred Delphi & Osios Loukas in a Full Day Private Tour
Athens, Greeceby Enjoy Greece Tours
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English
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Overview
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
Itinerary
- 1
Monastery of Hosios Loukas
1.5 hours
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.
- 2
Stop 2
20 min
The pictursque village of Arachova is our next stop, which is a popular winter holiday destination with its ski center
- 3
Delphi Ancient Town
4 hours
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.
Meeting and pickup
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
Good to know
- 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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