Delphi and Thermopylae Full Day Experience

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For groups of 1-4 people, our tours utilize sedan vehicles.
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional English speaking Tour Drivers with in-depth knowledge of History
Hotel Pick up / Drop off

Licensed Guide to accompany you into archeological sites
Entrance Fees to archeological sites and museums
Airport pick-up is optional and comes with additional cost

Overview

This immersive tour will take you to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, each offering a unique perspective on ancient Greek civilization. Begin your journey at Thermopylae, the narrow pass where, in 480 BC, a small band of Spartan warriors, led by King Leonidas, heroically defended Greece against the vast Persian army. Afterwards, travel to Delphi, the seat of oracle Pythia where she delivered prophecies to those seeking her wisdom. Discover the treasures of the Athenians, the famous temple of Apollo and the ancient sanctuary of Athena. Throughout your tour, you'll gain a profound understanding of the bravery and resilience of the Spartans and the enduring legacy of Delphi as a center of spiritual and intellectual life in the ancient world.

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In case of hotel/apartment our driver will wait for you at the entrance. In case of port our driver will wait for you at the gate holding a sign with your name. Airport pick up/ drop off comes with additional cost. ... Read more ▼

Itinerary

Leonidas Monument

The Leonidas Monument commemorates the battle in 480 BC in which a small band of about 300 Spartan soldiers held off a huge Persian army for three days.

10 minutes
Battlefield of Thermopylae

Battlefield of Thermopylae is the land surface on which the famous battle was fought in 480 BC.Where the Spartans made their last stand with the body of their King Leonidas against Xerxes and his Persian army.

15 minutes
Thermopyles Hot Springs

Thermopylae can be translated as ‘Hot Gates’, a reference to the volcanic hot springs near this Greek town. Directly opposite the monument of Leonidas of Sparta is a volcanic area with several of sulfur hot springs. According to the Ancient Greeks, these springs were believed to be a gateway to the Underworld (Hades). It is further mentioned in Ancient Greek Mythology as the place where the Greek hero Heracles washed off the poison from his legendary battle with the Hydra, thus turning the waters into hot springs.

15 minutes
Temple of Apollo

The Temple of Apollo is the most important building in the sanctuary of Apollo at Delphi. In the centre stands the temenos, the most outstanding feature of the temple. It is famous for the oracle that resided in it, where pilgrims from all over the world would come to have their fortunes told.

15 minutes
Tholos of Athena Pronaia

The Tholos of Delphi is among the ancient structures of the Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia in Delphi. It is part of the Delphi UNESCO world heritage site.

15 minutes
Ancient Stadium

The Stadium of Delphi lies on the highest spot of the Archaeological Site of Delphi. It overlooks the sanctuary of Apollo and has a view to the Delphic landscape. It was built in the 5th century BC but it was reconstructed many times in the centuries that followed.

10 minutes
Ancient Theatre

The ancient theatre of Delphi is situated within the Temple of the Pythian Apollo. It was built in the 4th c. BC. and its capacity is 5000 spectators.

10 minutes
Delphi Archaeological Museum

Delphi Archaeological Museum is one the most important and popular museums of Greece. It consists of fourteen rooms and includes Charioteer of Delphi, the frieze of the Siphnian Treasury, the Sphinx of Naxos and other marvelous artifacts.

1 hour
Arachova

Arachova is a mountainous town and a former municipality in the western part of Boeotia. Its panoramic view is only highlighted by small uphill houses, cobbled streets and overall picturesque architecture.

20 minutes

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travel time is included in tour duration
Wear comfortable shoes for walking and exploring the various sites
Bring a hat and sunscreen, as the weather in Greece can be hot and sunny.
Baby seat available upon request

Free Cancellation

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June 10No refund

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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Day trip to Delphi and Thermopylae

Published on Nov, 2024

Our driver -guide Ruslan Gavrilis from Colors of Greece was amazing. His phone is +30 6945 425 564. I highly recommend him.

Wonderful tour of Delphi & Thermopylae, highly recommend.

Published on Aug, 2024

We had a wonderful day trip to Delphi and Thermopylae. Our driver reserved lunch for us at a cliffside restaurant in Delphi prior to the tour. The food was absolutely delicious, affordable and the view was breathtaking. I highly recommend this tour if you are interested in learning the history of Delphi and the Battle of Thermopylae. The museum at Delphi was very informative, ruins were stunning. Short stop at Thermopylea and their is a 15-minute video explanation of the battle at the museum. Driving through the countryside of Greece was very beautiful, you get to see the countryside of Greece. Our driver also gave us a wonderful dinner recommendation at Psaras Tavern, which is in the staircase set of restaurants. Highly recommend this tour and Psaras Tavern.

Wonderful last day in Greece!

Published on Jul, 2024

Last day in Greece and this was an excellent way to spend it! Kostas was the perfect guide - he provided information, gave us time to enjoy the sites at a leisurely pace and made reservations at an adorable restaurant in Delphi before we turned to Athens. Highly recommend!

AMAZING TOUR!!!!!!

Published on Jul, 2024

Awesome excursion!! Our guide, Ruslan, was amazing!! He was super knowledgeable, kind, and accommodating throughout the entire trip. The amount of history he knew was astounding and really made the day that much better. The stops in Thermopyles and Delphi were so cool to see. He makes a point to go over all the history and answers any questions you have along the way. He always made sure to tell us in detail what we would be seeing, what the significance was, and if he could not get out of the car to come with us, where exactly to go and what to do. He was so kind throughout the entirety of the ride to ask us if we wanted to stop for food, water, or coffee - making sure we were always comfortable. He also had complimentary bottles of water in his car - the day was very hot!! First stop was Thermopyles - where the Battle of 300 took place. We stopped at a museum that played a short video of the Battle before we went to see the actual grounds right down the road. Upon leaving the museum, we visited where the last battle took place. He then brought us to the hot springs that the Spartans would use after battle to heal their wounds. Super cool!! After visiting Thermopyles, he even stopped at a restaurant in Delphi for us that had the most breathtaking view and arguably the best food we had on the entire trip. It was incredible. He also stopped for us as we passed shops along the way to purchase souvenirs. His accommodations went above and beyond for us. Delphi was also amazing. Seeing the archaeological site of Delphi was awesome as there are so many ruins there to see. The hike to the top was a little strenuous in heat but totally well worth it! On the way back, we drove through a village called Arachova - where he explained in the winter, it is a very popular and thriving ski Village and a hotspot for tourists that time of year. We were able to purchase some souvenirs from the shop there as well as stopping at a convenience store where Ruslan purchased more water for us. That was so kind of him! He also took pictures of us throughout the day and even made an entire checklist of places to visit for our next trip back. Overall, we are super happy we Did this private tour as opposed to going with many other people. Ruslan made the day, very enjoyable and comfortable!!! Highly recommend!!!!

Great tour by Ruslan

Published on Jun, 2024

My husband and I took this tour while on our honeymoon. Our guide, Ruslan, was fantastic. He was knowledgeable and super nice. His driving was also excellent. I tend to get carsick and am an anxious passenger but I was very comfortable the whole time. We will definitely contact him for future tours. We liked the private tour and being able to go at our own speed.

Delphi and Thermopylae Full Day Experience | 9 hours to 10 hours

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Leonidas Monument

Battlefield of Thermopylae

Thermopyles Hot Springs

Temple of Apollo

Tholos of Athena Pronaia

Ancient Stadium

Ancient Theatre

Delphi Archaeological Museum

Arachova

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