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Unveiling the Oracle: A Day Through Delphi’s Ancient Wonders

Embark on a captivating full‑day journey from Athens to Delphi, one of Greece’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage sites. Travel via the national highway, with picturesque stops at Thebes and Levadia, before arriving in Delphi by midday. Here, you’ll explore the Temple of Apollo—famed for its ancient oracle—alongside the Castalia Spring, the Athenian Treasury, and the remarkable Museum of Delphi, home to treasures like the bronze Charioteer, the Naxian Sphinx, and the Statue of Antinoos. After a delightful lunch, your return route winds through the charming mountain village of Arachova, celebrated for its traditional textiles, fine cheese, and robust local wine—all with convenient hotel pick‑up and drop‑off included.

Starting point: Athens
Duration: Full day
Delphi

Itinerary

Explore one of the most famous UNESCO’s world heritage sites with a day tour from Athens to magical Delphi. Depart via the national highway passing by Thebes, Levadia for a short stop, you will arrive in Delphi at around noon. Famous of its theater, Temple of Apollo and ancient ruins, Delphi was considered the center of the earth and the universe and played a central role in the classical Greek world.

Pass by Castalia Spring, visit at the archaeological site of Temple of Apollo famous for its oracle, Athenian Treasure and the Museum of Delphi with its spectacular finds, including the unique bronze Charioteer the Naxian Sphinx and the Statue of Antinoos.

After lunch break, return to Athens via the picturesque village of Arachova, built on the south slopes of Parnassus, well known for its attractive hand-woven carpets, rugs and quilts, as well as for its wine and cheese.

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