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Delphi day trip with a licensed guide

  • 11 hours
  • Shared group, air-conditioned coach (max 40)
  • English
  • Confirmed with the option booked
  • 4.8(2,554 reviews)

The navel of the ancient world, in one organised day

About three hours each way through the Boeotian plains, with the guide telling the myths of the oracle, Oedipus and Apollo. At Delphi, a guided walk covers the Temple of Apollo, the Athenian Stoa and the Polygonal Wall.

The Archaeological Museum follows, with the Charioteer of Delphi and the Sphinx of Naxos, then free time in Arachova for lunch (not included) before the drive back.

Best for

  • Delphi properly explained, not just a long drive
  • Transport, guide and entry handled in one day
  • Ancient history plus a mountain village

Highlights

  • Licensed guide at the site and museum
  • Temple of Apollo and the Charioteer of Delphi
  • Air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi and headsets
  • Free time in Arachova

Itinerary

  1. Depart Athens

    Morning

    Roughly 3 hours by coach through the Boeotia plains, with mythology and history along the way.

  2. Delphi Archaeological Site & Museum

    Guided visit

    The Temple of Apollo, the Athenian Stoa and the Museum’s Charioteer of Delphi.

  3. Arachova

    Free time

    A mountainside village stop for lunch (own expense) before the return drive.

What's included

  • Full-day licensed guide inside the Archaeological Site and Museum
  • Air-conditioned coach transport with Wi-Fi
  • Personal headsets
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Entry tickets (on ticketed options)
  • Lunch in Arachova
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities

Important information

  • The archaeological site has uneven terrain and steps; a moderate level of fitness is expected.
  • Not wheelchair accessible.
  • The tour runs rain or shine.
  • Cancellation terms are shown on GetYourGuide before you book.

Meeting and end point

Meeting point

Confirmed with the option booked, central Athens

Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Get there with Meilora

A private car from your hotel to the meeting point, timed for your slot. Fixed price, booked on Meilora.

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