Embark on a Delphi and Meteora tour from Athens to explore two UNESCO-listed Classical sites. Discover the ancient ruins of Delphi and marvel at the breathtaking views of the Meteora Monasteries.
Pick up from Athens centrally located hotels or apartments and depart to Delphi.
Delphi - Pick up from your hotel or apartment and departure for a 2 days tour in the mainland Greece. After approximately 3 hours and after having a short stop on the way, we shall reach our first destination for today, the small town with its huge impact on World’s History, Delphi .Lying uphill of Mount Parnassos, within the angle formed by the twin rocks of the Phaedriades, the Pan-Hellenic sanctuary of Delphi, home of the most famous oracle of ancient Greece which defined all major historical events of ancient Greece. Delphi was referred as the centre of the world! It is here, that the two eagles sent out by Zeus from the two edges of the universe to find the navel of the world, finally met each other! Our professional guide will provide all necessary information during the drive
Delphi - Visit of the archaeological site, and the archeological Museum. The sanctuary of Delphi, set within a most spectacular landscape, was for many centuries the cultural and religious centre and symbol of unity for the Hellenic world. As soon as we finish the guided tour, you will visit a local restaurant for lunch ( own expenses). In the afternoon and after visiting picturesque mountain village of Arachova, we will drive through Central Greece crossing the Thessalian plain, to Kalambaka, a small town built on the foothill of the majestic grey rocks and crowded by the Meteora Monasteries. Overnight in Kalambaka.
Delphi Archaeological Museum - Visit of the archaeological Museum. The sanctuary of Delphi, set within a most spectacular landscape, was for many centuries the cultural and religious centre and symbol of unity for the Hellenic world. As soon as we finish the guided tour, you will visit a local restaurant for lunch ( own expenses).
Kalambaka - In the afternoon and after visiting picturesque mountain village of Arachova, we will drive through Central Greece crossing the Thessalian plain, to Kalambaka, a small town built on the foothill of the majestic grey rocks and crowded by the Meteora Monasteries. Overnight in Kalambaka.
Visit at the Meteora Monasteries and drive back to Athens.
Meteora - After breakfast we shall depart for our very next destination on our tour. Leaving behind the town of Kalambaka or recently renamed as Meteora, we meet with the breathtaking grey rocks. Upon arrival we shall visit Meteora and the 2 major monasteries. Breathtaking scenery perched on huge rocks which seem to be suspended in mid-air, stand ageless monasteries where you can see exquisite specimens of Byzantine art.
Kalambaka - After our visiting the monasteries we will stop for lunch in an nearby traditional restaurant ( Own expenses). Early in the afternoon we depart for our return to Athens
- Hotel or apartment pick-up and drop-off
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Breakfast included
- 1 overnight stay in a 3 or 4-star twin-sharing accommodation
- Expert guides well-versed in Greek history and culture
- Entrance fees to Delphi archeological site and archeological museum ( 12 euros perperson).
- Meals ,Drinks and beverages ( except breakfast to the hotel)
- Entrance fees to the Monasteries in Meteora( 3 euros per person per monastery)
Seize the opportunity to journey through two of the highest-rated UNESCO-favoured Classical sites.
Embrace a scenic drive across the rich plain of Beotia, journeying through the towns interconnected with the tragic tale of King Oedipus, and reaching the illustrious Delphi Archaeological Site, once recognized in the ancient world as the world’s center or the ‘Omphalos.’ Spare some moments to experience the timeless Arachova Village where quaint stone houses offer a chance to revel in the vibrant contrast of one of Greece’s most celebrated spots.
Prepare to be awestruck by the incredible vistas of the globally renowned Meteora Monasteries, one of the best-known anthropogenic marvels of the medieval era.
Marvel at the 14th-century precariously perched Byzantine Monasteries, still in operation today. Step inside to engage in conversation with the monks and uncover invaluable artifacts and mural paintings.
- We usually visit Great Meteoro Monastey and St. Stefanos
- To enter the monasteries, appropriate clothing is required. Ladies should not wear short skirts and must have long sleeves. Men are not allowed to wear shorts.
- Post Covid 19 Policy: Vehicles will be sanitized before every pick up. Hand sanitizing done before departure and after every major stop.Maximum 6 clients in a 12 seater minibus to secure social distance between tourists ( for shared small group tours only). All our vehicles will operated with 50% capacity ( for shared small group tours only). Face masks available for clients. Guides will wear facemasks and use microphone when guiding. Fresh trash bag will be place in every vehicle and waste will be destroyed at the end of the tours.
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.