Delphi, Hosios Loukas Monastery full day private tour from Athens

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Private transportation
Bottled water
WiFi on board
Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history (not licensed to accompany you in any site)
Lunch (With Greek Traditional Food option)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel/ airport/ port pickup and drop-off

Licensed tour guide (upon request and depending on availability)
Entry or admission fees for archaeological sites
Gratuities

Overview

Experience the wonders of ancient Greece on a full-day private tour from Athens to Delphi and the Hosios Loukas Monastery. Highlights of this excursion include: - Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Delphi, home to the legendary Oracle of Apollo - Visit the 4th-century-BC Temple of Apollo and the Delphi Archaeological Museum - Discover the mystical atmosphere of the Hosios Loukas Monastery, a Byzantine architectural marvel - Enjoy personalized attention with a private guide and comfortable transportation from Athens - Immerse yourself in Greek history, mythology, and spirituality on this unforgettable journey.

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This is a private tour. Only your group will participate. The pick-up time is adjustable upon your request. Your personal driver will pick you up and return you to the same place or to the point you prefer. In case of a hotel, he will be waiting for you in the hotel ... lobby. In case of an apartment, he will be waiting for you at the entrance of the building. For airport pick up, he will be waiting for you at the arrival hall holding a sign with your name on it to spot him upon arrival. We will track your flight and our driver will be there on time. For port pick up, he will be waiting for you at the gate, just as you disembark, holding a sign with your name on it to spot him upon arrival. Read more ▼

Itinerary

Athens

You will get picked up from your hotel, apartment, Airbnb, Athens airport, or Piraeus port.

10 minutes
Livadia (Pass By)

Livadeia is a town in central Greece. It is the capital of the Boeotia regional district. The area around Livadeia is mountainous, with farming activities mainly confined to the valleys. The area has traditionally been associated with the production and processing of cotton and tobacco, as well as the cultivation of cereal crops and the raising of livestock. The city is also known for having participated in the War of Troy in allegiance with Mycenae.
Monastery of Hosios Loukas

Hosios Loukas is a historic walled monastery situated near the town of Distomo, in Boeotia, Greece. It is one of the most important monuments of Middle Byzantine architecture and art and has been listed on UNESCO's World Heritage Sites, along with the monasteries of Nea Moni and Daphnion. The monastery of Hosios Loukas is situated at a scenic site on the slopes of Mount Helicon. It was founded in the early 10th century AD by the hermit, Venerable (Greek: Hosios) Luke of Steiris (Greek: Lukas), whose relics are kept in the monastery to this day. The main shrine of the monastery is the tomb of St. Luke, originally situated in the vault, but later placed at the juncture of the two churches. The monastery derived its wealth (including funds required for construction) from the fact that the relics of St. Luke were said to have exuded myron, a sort of perfumed oil which produced healing miracles.

30 minutes
Mount Parnassus (Pass By)

Mount Parnassus is a mountain in central Greece that towers above Delphi, north of the Gulf of Corinth. Mount Parnassus offers many advantages to the population of Greece. In peace, it possesses scenic views of the countryside and features olive groves and rolling hills. The mountain is also the location of historically, archaeologically, and culturally significant places of interest (such as Delphi). Recreationally, the slopes of Parnassus provide a medium for hiking (in the three warm seasons) and are skied in winter. Its melting snows provide water to the surrounding communities, reaching out as far as Athens. The mountain is composed of limestone, and its rock contains bauxite, ore that is rich in aluminum. In war, Parnassus has been a center of resistance if need be, providing cover and refuge to partisans.
Arachova (Pass By)

Arachova is a mountain town and a former municipality in the western part of Boeotia, Greece, originally called Karyai (also spelled Caryae). Its name is of South Slavic origin and denotes a place with walnut trees. It is a tourist destination due to its location in the mountains, its traditions, and its proximity to the town of Delphi. Arachova has a panoramic view, uphill small houses, and the cobbled streets show a picturesque architecture. The town center includes a huge and steep cliff, the Bell Tower, covered with dense ivy. At the top of the tower is a large 10m height clock. Arachova is famous for its black wine, its "brusque", the colorful textiles, carpets and rugs, handicrafts, and woodcut creations as well.
Delphi

Arrival at the archaeological site of Delphi. Free time for a walk at: - sanctuaries of Apollo and Athena Pronaia - ancient stadium and theater

30 minutes
Delphi Archaeological Museum

Delphi Archaeological Museum is one of the principal museums of Greece and one of the most visited. It is operated by the Greek Ministry of Culture. Founded in 1903, it has been rearranged several times and houses the discoveries made at the Panhellenic sanctuary of Delphi, which dates from the Late Helladic (Mycenean) period to the early Byzantine era. Organized in fourteen rooms on two levels, the museum mainly displays statues, including the famous Charioteer of Delphi, architectural elements, like the frieze of the Siphnian Treasury, and ex-votos dedicated to the sanctuary of Pythian Apollo, like the Sphinx of Naxos. The exhibition floor space is more than 2270m2, while the storage and conservation rooms (mosaics, ceramics, and metals) take up 558m2.

1 hour
Temple of Apollo

The Temple of Apollo, god of music, harmony, light, healing, and oracles occupied the most important and prominent position in the Delphic Panhellenic Sanctuary. The edifice with the partially restored colonnade visible today dates to the 4th century BC; it is the third temple built at the same place. The famous oracle, the Pythia, operated inside the temple, the location chosen, according to one tradition, due to a sacred chasm beneath the site emitting vapors, which were inhaled by the Pythia. Some ancient writers state that the Pythia then entered a state of delirium and uttering inarticulate cries, which were then turned into equivocal oracles by the priests. This interpretation is controversial, and has been challenged by scholars such as Joseph Fontenrose and Lisa Maurizio, who argue that the ancient sources uniformly represent the Pythia speaking intelligibly, and giving prophecies in her own voice.

1 hour
Delphi

Free time for lunch at a traditional Greek tavern with your friends and family or shopping.

1 hour
Arachova

Free time for a coffee before we start our trip back to Athens.

30 minutes

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Our drivers are not official tour guides, but they are knowledgeable and can provide fascinating commentary in fluent English. Although they will not enter the archaeological sites with you, they can answer all of your questions about the places you visit with this tour.
Third party activities and especially extreme sports are not allowed during the tour. This can be a cause for immediate cancellation of the tour.

Free Cancellation

June 09100% refund

June 10No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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An unmissable experience

Published on Aug, 2024

The monastery was one of the most peaceful and charming places we have ever visited. And Delphi itself is steeped in history. Our driver/guide was excellent - knowledgeable and flexible. We thoroughly enjoyed the day.

The perfect way to see Delphi

Published on Jun, 2024

I’m am so happy I booked this trip to Delphi! Our driver was so knowledgeable and kind. We saw so many beautiful places and arrived there seamlessly. We were not stuck with a large crowd ever and it felt like we could move and flow at our own speed. Our driver made sure we had water and coffee the whole time and was an endless well of knowledge! He also took us to a beautiful restaurant to eat in Delphi and then we got to walk around the little town on the way out with stunning views and cobblestone streets. It was the perfect start to our trip!

My experience was personable and without stress. I gained an lot of information about Athens as well.

We had Costa. He was personable and full of information. He made the tour stress free. It was like having a tour by a family member from Greece. Going through the City of Delphi after the Monastery, Delphi and the museum was the icing on the cake. I highly recommend Costa. We travel a lot and he is the best driver that we have ever had. Tony and Denise Highshaw

Delightful Delphi Day

Published on Apr, 2024

The driver Spyros was so professional and personable, he made the trip very stress free. His English is great and his attitude ensures you have a good time. The tour was leisurely, and you were able to tour at whatever speed was comfortable for you. The sites are of course amazing. We partook of the included lunch. The restaurant had incredible views and delicious Greek food. All in all a great day.

Amazing first trip to Greece

Published on Mar, 2024

Fotis was an amazing. He was on time, polite, and very courteous. He was extremely knowledgeable about Greece and its history. I would highly recommend.

Delphi, Hosios Loukas Monastery full day private tour from Athens | 9 hours to 10 hours

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Itinerary

Athens

Livadia (Pass By)

Monastery of Hosios Loukas

Mount Parnassus (Pass By)

Arachova (Pass By)

Delphi

Delphi Archaeological Museum

Temple of Apollo

Delphi

Arachova

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