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Delphi & Meteora Two (2) days Tour

5.0(36 reviews)Athens, GreeceOperated by H.P.Tours - Hellenic Private Tours
  • Duration2 days
  • GroupPrivate tour
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Embark on a captivating 2-day journey through Greece's ancient history, starting from Athens, that combines the mystical Delphi Oracle with the awe-inspiring Meteora monasteries.

Why Hellenic Private Tours?

Flexible tours and services tailored to your needs.

Professional, certified drivers fluent in English.

Well maintained, latest model Mercedes vehicles (sedans, minivans & minibuses), licensed andcertified for tourist use by the state authorities.

Exceptional client feedback from around the world.

Dedicated customer service team available for prompt assistance.

Extensive network of licensed, experienced tour guides available upon request.

Day-by-day itinerary

2 days2 daysPrivate tour
Day 1Delphi

  1. Monastery of Hosios Loukas

    Distomo, 32005, Greece

    45 minutes

    Hosios Loukas Monastery meaning “Esteemed Saint Luke” was not built in honor of Luke the Evangelist, but was established by the Greek monk Loukas. He was buried in the crypt of the monastery when he died in AD 953. One of the most striking aspects of the monastery is found at the entrance. If you look up, you will see a spectacular gold mosaic of the saint. Attached to the abbey is a large church, Katholikon, which in its turn is attached to a smaller temple, or Theotokos, erected between 997 and 1011 to honor the Virgin Mary. The temples are beautifully decorated with numerous frescoes and mosaics, all perfectly preserved. Underneath the Katholikon is the crypt where the remains of the saint lie. Although Hosios Loukas is smaller, the building may remind you of Hagia Sophia in Istanbul or St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice.

  2. Delphi Ancient Town

    Delphi, Greece

    1 hour 30 min

    We will visit Castalia spring, the ancient Sanctuary of Apollo, the Treasury of the Athenians, the ancient Stadium, the ancient Theatre, the unique bronze Charioteer, and the Museum. In Greek mythology, Delphi was the navel of the earth, the site of the Delphic Oracle and a major site for the worship of god Apollo after he slew the Python, a dragon who protected the navel of the earth. Apollo spoke through his oracle. The priestess of the oracle known as the Pythia had to be an older woman and sat on a tripod seat over an opening in the earth. Apollo possessed Pythia and she prophesied. People consulted the Delphic Oracle on everything from important matters of public policy to personal affairs. The Oracle exerted considerable influence throughout the Greek world and consulted before all major events. We will conclude our sightseeing at the archeological site of Delphi by visiting the Temple of Athena Pronea and the Gymnasium.

  3. Delphi Archaeological Museum

    Ethniki Odos Amfissas - Livadias, Delphi, 330 54, Greece

    45 minutes

    The Archaeological Museum of Delphi, one of the most important in Greece, exhibits the history of the Delphic sanctuary, site of the most famous ancient Greek oracle. Its rich collections are comprised primarily of architectural sculpture, statues and minor objects donated to the sanctuary. These reflect its religious, political and artistic activities from its early years in the eight century BC to its decline in Late Antiquity. The museum is housed in a two-storey building with a total surface area of 2270 square metres, with fourteen exhibition rooms, 558 square metres of storerooms and conservation laboratories for pottery, metal objects and mosaics.

  4. Arachova

    Arachova, Greece

    30 minutes

    The traditional town of Arachova is located just 10km from Delphi. A visit in Arachova, reveals the charming combining of the old with the new, at the holy grounds of the mountain of Apollo. Arachova is undoubtedly the queen of Parnassos. It is built in an amphitheatric way and it spreads magnificently to the south hillsides of Parnassus, at an altitude of 960 meters, ending up at a cliff where Pleistos river flows. Arachova is full of life. The wild beauty combined with its unaltered traditional character, its cosmopolitan face and the numerous activities the majestic mount Parnassos offers, place it rightfully at the top of the Greek winter tourism and at the list with the top destinations for the other seasons too.

  5. Kalambaka

    Kalambaka, Greece

    10 hours

    We will continue driving through the mountains of central Greece, arriving at Kalambaka, an important town well known due to the second largest and most important complexes of Eastern Orthodox Monasteries in Greece after Mount Athos, Meteora. We will spend the night in a hotel at Kalambaka. Time allowed, we will watch the awesome sunset from the rock of Meteora. We will spend the night at a local hotel.

Day 2Meteora

  1. Meteora

    Kastraki, 422 00, Greece

    2 hours

    The next morning, we will visit three from the six suspended in the air Monasteries, built on natural sand stone rock pillars. The Meteora Monasteries date back to the 11th century and are included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage sites. The James Bond movie for your eyes only was filmed at the Monastery of Holy Trinity.

  2. Thermopylae Museum

    Thermopylae, Greece

    30 minutes

    The Thermopylae or else the Hot Gates is an important town well known for the battle among the Greek forces including the 300 Spartans and their leader King Leonidas and the Persians in 480 BC, commemorated by Simonides in the famous epitaph, "Go tell the Spartans, stranger passing by, That here obedient to their laws we lie." The monument of King Leonidas was erected by the battlefield reminding all of us of the sacrifice of those patriots for a free country.

Pickup & meeting point

Pickup is included for all travellers.

Pickup starts about 10 minutes before the departure time.

You can request a pickup location of your own.

Pickup locations352

The operator lists 352 pickup points. 40 are shown here; choose yours from the full list when you book.

Hotels & residences40

  • Foivos Hotel Athens20 Kanari Konstadinou, Moschato, Athens, 183 44, Greece
  • Alter Athens HotelZoodochou Pigis 100, Athens, 11473, Greece
  • Zenith Hotel13 Xouthou, Omonoia Square, Athens, 104 32, Greece
  • Athens City Plaza43 Veranzerou Street, Athens, 10432, Greece
  • ZEUS Essence Wyndham Athens Residence2-4 Achilleos Street, Athens, 104 37, Greece
  • Apollo Hotel10 Achilleos Street, Metaxourghio Square, Athens, 104 36, Greece
  • Titania Hotel52 Panepistimiou Ave., Athens, 106 78, Greece
  • Athens Zafolia HotelLeoforos Alexandras 87-89, Athens, 11474, Greece
  • Philippos HotelMitseon 3, Athens, 117 42, Greece
  • The Editor Athens Hotel5-7 Voreou, Karori, Athens, 10551, Greece
  • Anixis23 Leoforos Marathonos, Athens, 145 65, Greece
  • Crowne Plaza Athens - City Centre By IHGMichalacopoulou Street 50, Athens, 11528, Greece
  • Novotel AthenesMichail Voda 4, Athens, 104 39, Greece
  • Hotel Tier CollectionViktoros Ougko 31, Athens, 10437, Greece
  • Hotel ByronVyronos 19, Athens, 10558, Greece
  • Bob W Athens EolouVyssis 2, Athens, 105 51, Greece
  • Ambrosia Suites52 Sokratous, Athens, 104 31, Greece
  • Exarchion Hotel55 Themistokleous, Athens, 106 83, Greece
  • Hotel Carolina55 Kolokotroni, Athens, 105 60, Greece
  • Brazil Hotel62 Filis, Victoria Square, Athens, 104 34, Greece
  • Hotel PhedraCherefontos 16, Athens, 105 58, Greece
  • Royal Olympic Hotel28-34 Athanasiou Diakou Str., Athens, 117 43, Greece
  • New Hotel16, Filellinon Str., 1 Navarchou Nikodimou Str., Syntagma Square, Athens, 105 57, Greece
  • Tempi HotelAiolou 29, Athens, 105 51, Greece
  • Jason Inn12 Agion Assomaton, Athens, 105 53, Greece
  • Hotel Athinea7 Vilara, Athens, 104 37, Greece
  • Art HotelMarni 27, Athens, 104 32, Greece
  • Amazon HotelMitropoleos 19, Pentelis 7, Athens, 105 57, Greece
  • Apollonion Hotel1 Leonidou, Athens, 104 37, Greece
  • President Hotel43 Kifissias Avenue, Athens, 115 23, Greece
  • Ilisia Hotel Athens25, Michalakopoulou Avenue, Athens, 115 28, Greece
  • Museum Hotel16, Bouboulinas Str, Athens, 106 82, Greece
  • Hotel StadionLeoforos Vasileos Konstantinou, Athens, 11635, Greece
  • Best Western My Athens Hotel3 Keramikou, Kerameikou & Zinonos, Athens, 104 37, Greece
  • Parthenon Hotel Athens, Vassilicos House of Hospitality6 Makri, Athens, 117 42, Greece
  • Athens Ikon21 Mitropoleos, Syntagma, Athens, 105 57, Greece
  • Polis Grand HotelVeranzerou 10, Athens, 104 32, Greece
  • Leandros Hotel415 Leoforos Vouliagmenis, Athens, 163 46, Greece
  • Hotel Pergamos14 Acharnon, Vathis Square, Athens, 104 33, Greece
  • Delice Hotel - Family Apartments3 Leoforos Vassileos Alexandrou, Athens, 115 28, Greece
  • You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.

Pickup instructions

Airport Pickup:Your driver will meet you upon your arrival at the Athens International Airport - “Eleftherios Venizelos”, at the customs exit, holding an H.P. Tours sign with your name on. Port pickup: Your driver will meet you at the Piraeus Port cruise ship terminal, holding an H.P. Tours sign with your name on. Notice that Piraeus port has three terminals, Terminal A, B and C. Depending on the terminal that your ship will dock at, your driver will be waiting for you at the corresponding exit. (e.g. If your ship docks at Terminal A, your driver will meet you at the Terminal A exit etc.) In case your ship docks at Terminal B or Terminal C and the corresponding exit gate is closed, you will need to take the shuttle bus to come to Terminal A (3 MIN RIDE), where your driver will be waiting for you.

What's included

Included

  • Bottled Water
  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional Drivers (Not licensed to accompany you into the sites)
  • Athens Hotel/Piraeus Port pickup and drop-off included

Not included

  • Meals
  • Entrance Fees for the Hosios Loukas monastery, the Delphi Archaeological Site and Museum, the Meteora monasteries & Thermopylae Historical Information Center (45.00 Euros per adult)
  • Two Local Licensed tour guides upon request, depending on availability (Additional Cost: 420 Euros)
  • Airport pickup/drop-off on request (additional fee varies by vehicle type)
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Accommodation

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 15 travellers per booking
  • Age bands: Traveler (0–120)

Additional information

  • Your tour is totally private. No unknown passengers will participate in your group.
  • Infant car seats are available upon request

Languages

Guide
English

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

  • 3+ days before100% refund
  • 0–3 days before0% refund

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 2 days before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Europe/Athens
Product code
92329P10

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Age of each traveller
  • First name of each traveller
  • Last name of each traveller
  • Your preferred pickup point
  • Any special requirements
  • Arrival airline
  • Arrival flight number
  • Departure airline
  • Departure flight number
  • Drop-off address
  • How you are arriving
  • Your arrival time
  • Transfer departure date
  • How you are departing
  • Departure pickup address
  • Transfer departure time
  • Cruise arrival time
  • Cruise ship name
  • Cruise departure time

Traveller reviews

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Ratings aggregated from Viator (1) and Tripadvisor (35).

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