Explore fascinating Greece with historical attractions in 2 Days Athens and Delphi Tour.
Duration: 2 Days
Departure: Athens Airport or Hotel or Port
Visiting: Omonia Square Panathenian Stadium, Porch of the Maidens, Parthenon, Athena Nike, the Acropolis, Porch of the Maidens, Acropolis Museum, Delphi, Levadia, Levadia, Arachova, Temple of Apollo, Athenian Treasury
Highlights of the Athens and Delphi Tour:
Athens and Delphi Tour includes so many historical attractions like Omonia Square Panathenian Stadium, Porch of the Maidens, Parthenon, Athena Nike, the Acropolis, Porch of the Maidens, Acropolis Museum, Delphi, Levadia, Levadia, Arachova, Temple of Apollo, Athenian Treasury.
Day 1- Athens Half-Day Sightseeing Tour
Your guided half-day tour of Athens combines the citys historic and modern sights, from central Omonia Square to the changing of the guard in Constitution Square. After taking a drive with your guide past the Panathenian Stadium, site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896, travel into the past at Athens crowning beauty, the Acropolis.
Athens and Delphi Tour continues the Parthenon, Athena Nike temple and beautiful Porch of the Maidens, and learn more about the Acropolis and its ruins at the new Acropolis Museum.
Day 2- Delphi Day Trip
More temples await at the archaeological site of Delphi, dedicated to the worship of Apollo and site of the legendary Delphic oracle in classical times. Leave Athens by air-conditioned coach for the drive to Delphi, stopping briefly to stretch your legs in the town of Levadia, a small central Greek town near legendary Mt Parnassus. Leaving Levadia, continue to the winter-time ski resort town of Arachova on the slopes of Mt Parnassus. While taking a stroll around Arachova, note the traditionally hand-woven flokati rugs for sale in the town’s shops.
Next stop is the famous archaeological site of Delphi, where you’ll take a guided tour of the legendary ruins, first excavated in 1882. Ancient Delphi was the site of a sanctuary to Apollo, and home to the Greek world’s most important oracle, who received prophecies from the gods.
Your Athens and Delphi Tour includes a visit to Delphis most important building, the ancient Temple of Apollo, now a poignant collection of pillars and steps, and once housing an eternal flame. Follow the sacred way to the restored Athenian Treasury, a classic temple design with Doric columns.
You will also visit the sites stadium, where musical competitions and the Pythian Games, similar to the games of Olympia, were held every four years, the first games took place here in 776 BC.
While in Delphi, you will also visit the sites archaeological museum, filled with statues of athletes, gold and ivory from the site, along with its famous piece, the bronze statue of a charioteer.
Your Athens and Delphi Tour includes a Greek lunch in the modern-day town of Delphi, which neighbors the archeological site.
Athens and Delphi Tour is a great way to get a taste of these cities with history and see some of their most impressive sights. There are several destinations to travel Greece and travel Turkey. We recommend that you contact us before you come to Greece or Turkey and plan your holiday tours with our local experts.
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Important Information About Athens and Delphi Tour
Included
- HB Accomadation
- Professional guide
- Entrance fees
- Local taxes
- Transport by air-conditioned Minivan
Prices
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