Exclusive Delphi and Meteora Monasteries
Price Guide
From $455 PP
€410 PP
Duration
2 Days
Group Size
Private
Activity Level
Easy
Best Time To Go
All Year Round
Time To Flight
11 hrs from NYC
Low Deposits To Book
Book your trip with us and pay a reduced deposit with the rest 30 days before your departure
Low Cancellation Fees
Should you wish to cancel outright, we will apply a 10% cancellation fee for all new bookings. The 10% fee will be kept in credit for you to use on your next booking with us.
Full Flexibility
We will not charge you any admin fees to change your travel dates due to Covid-19 travel restrictions in place within 30 days of your departure.
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Highlights
Relax & enjoy a private luxury two days tour from Athens at Delphi and Meteora with an expert local and friendly guide. Explore two top UNESCO world heritage sites. Experience the lifestyle of Pytho village, before moving on to the hanging rock, the worlds' most complex monastery atop a rock. Enjoy staying at Kalambaka that is dominated by these meteor rocks and see the Greek countryside.
About this Activity
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The price for the reservation depends on number of participants
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Your guide will contact you by email with the details (be sure to check your spam email folder)
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A deposit is required to confirm your reservation.
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Our tours and services are flexible and can be adapted to the customer’s needs.
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Village Of Arachova
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The Oracle of Delphi
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Museum Of Delphi
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Sanctuary Athens Pronea and Gymnasium
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Theater and Stadium of Delphi
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Stop at Thermopylae and marvel at the Monument of King Leonidas of Sparta
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Visit Meteora Byzantine Monasteries , the largest complexes of monasteries in Grrece
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Lunch at a Local Traditional Tavern
On this Day tour meet your expert local guide dedicated exclusively to you and your group, at the Athens hotel or Piraeus port and depart in our fully air-conditioned vehicle and transfer you at the most important Archeological Sites of Greece? Oracle of Delphi and Meteora Monasteries
DAY:1 Oracle of Delphi
Meet your driver and your expert local licenced tour guide, after breakfast, early morning and transfer to the most authentic and famous places in Greece. Along the way, you will see the plain of Beotia and you will also pass through the city of Thebes, the birthplace of King Oedipus.
First stop is Arachova, a popular winter destination and a breathtaking village! very close to a ski resort, made up of traditional houses and shops selling locally produced products. After spending some time in this area of serenity, drive to the ancient site of Delphi, set in a spectacular landscape. Delphi was for centuries a cultural and religious center and a symbol of unity for the Greek world, which dates to the 9th century B.C. Known as the << navel of the world >> this is the place where the Greece most important oracle. Visit this historic archaeological site with ruins dating back to the 4th century B.C. Visit the temple of Apollo where Pythia spoke to the oracles, the theatre, and the stadium. Today, Delphi is a symbol of Greek cultural unity. Then head to the Delphi Museum to see more archeological treasures, you will be able to see the famous charioteer and Gold Ivory statues, including the unique bronze statue of the Charioteer dedicated to Apollo in 478 B.C. After your guided tour continue in a local restaurant for lunch, at the modern village of Delphi with a peaceful view of the mountains of Fokis. After lunch, At the end of the day you’ll drive to Kalambaka, a lovely city with beautiful gardens and magnificent views of the Meteora rocks. Overnight in Kalambaka or Kastraki village. You will have time to take an evening walk and enjoy a local dinner.
DAY:2 Meteora Monasteries
Begin a glorious morning with your local guide, you’ll head to Meteora for a tour of the fascinating monasteries and have a closer look at the holy rocks.
The UNESCO World Heritage site is home to more than 20 rock monasteries, either perched precariously on top of Meteora’s towering sandstone cliffs or built into the cliffs themselves inside naturally formed caves. The cliffs, which average a height of 1,000 feet, were first inhabited in the 9th century by a group of hermit monks who lived on the rock towers. Today 6 monasteries remain out of the original 20. Meteora combines natural beauty and cultural heritage- a fact that makes them a unique destination between the world’s monuments. Have lunch at Kalabaka and head towards Athens- the last stop.
Visit the battlefield of Thermopylae en route, to complete the visit you will see the statue of Leonidas standing right opposite Kolonos Hill where the persisting Spartans left their last breath. Drop-off in Athens.
What's Included
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Private transfers in luxury vehicles throughout your journey
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English speaking driver
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Tour Leader (Not licensed to accompany you into the sites)
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See the Oracle of Delphi
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Spend time in the Arachova Village
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Meteora Monasteries
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Bottled water
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All taxes
What's Not Included
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Personal expenses (food and drinks)
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Gratuities 10% (optional)
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Licensed tour guide upon request, depending on availability
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1 Nights Accommodation in Meteora
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Entrance Fees
Want to extend your trip?
If you are looking to extend your stay in greece, then please speak to our travel experts as we can create you a bespoke itinerary to suit your needs. info@toursbygreeklocals.com