Explore Thermopylae and Delphi: Walk in the footsteps of heroes, visit ancient marvels, and savor Greek cuisine in Levadia.
Explore Thermopylae and Delphi: Walk in the footsteps of heroes, visit ancient marvels, and savor Greek cuisine in Levadia.
- Iliki Limni - Lake Iliki serves as one of Athens’ water reserves and is the last remnant of the ancient Lake Copais, once the largest lake in the region.
- Thermopylae - A site of natural beauty and immense historical importance, known for the famous ancient battle.
- Thermopyles Hot Springs - These natural mountain hot springs inspired the…
- Iliki Limni - Lake Iliki serves as one of Athens’ water reserves and is the last remnant of the ancient Lake Copais, once the largest lake in the region.
- Thermopylae - A site of natural beauty and immense historical importance, known for the famous ancient battle.
- Thermopyles Hot Springs - These natural mountain hot springs inspired the name of the entire area. In ancient Greek, Thermopylae means “Warm Gates,” marking the passage between central and northern Greece.
- Thermopylae Museum - This museum offers an excellent view of the Thermopylae battlefield and features three artistic video clips depicting the battles of Thermopylae, Plataea, and Salamis.
- Battlefield of Thermopylae - Includes Colonus Hill, the site of the last stand of the legendary 300 Spartans, and the field of the third and final day of King Leonidas’ battle with King Xerxes. It was here that Xerxes ordered Leonidas’ head to be placed on a stick.
- Delphi - The main highlight stop, this ancient city surrounds the magnificent Temple of Apollo. Visitors can tour the secondary temples, treasuries, ancient theatre, and stadium.
- Delphi Archaeological Museum - This museum features three rooms containing the Naxian Sphinx, the statue of King Croesus, an ivory bull statue gifted to the Delphi Oracle, and the famous Delphian stone called Omphalos, considered the central rock of the world where Zeus’ eagles rested.
- Oracle of Trophonius - Located beside the beautiful Levadia waterfalls, this site is associated with the ancient local king-priest Trophonius, who constructed the first Delphi temple in prehistoric times.
- Temple of Apollo - The site where ancient priestesses, known as Pythia, delivered their renowned prophecies.
- Kryas Livadeia Springs - These natural springs lead to the stunning Levadia waterfalls. The area is rich with ancient myths and modern legends.
- Arachova - Arachova is the city where people relocated in 1894 to facilitate French archaeologists’ excavations. Today, it is known for producing local products like milk, honey, and spaghetti.
- The Tholos of Delphi - The Tholos of Athena Pronaea is a renowned and beautiful circular temple dedicated to the goddess. It is one of the rare circular temples in ancient Greece and served as the first stop for visitors to the great Temple of Apollo, where they cleansed both body and soul. “Pronaea” means protector of the main temple in Greek.

- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- English speaking Expert driver-guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- English speaking Expert driver-guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tickets for Delfi and Thermopolis
- Gratuities, tips kindly up to the customer
- Tickets for Delfi and Thermopolis
- Gratuities, tips kindly up to the customer
The adventure begins with a journey to western Greece, specifically to the historic site of the Battle of Thermopylae. Here, visitors will encounter the monument and statue of King Leonidas of Sparta, the heroic leader of the Greek forces against the invading armies of the renowned Persian King Xerxes, who ruled much of the known world at that time….
The adventure begins with a journey to western Greece, specifically to the historic site of the Battle of Thermopylae. Here, visitors will encounter the monument and statue of King Leonidas of Sparta, the heroic leader of the Greek forces against the invading armies of the renowned Persian King Xerxes, who ruled much of the known world at that time. Nearby, the hill of Kolonos awaits, where the legendary 300 Spartans made their final stand, and where their grave can be found.
The next destination is the main attraction: the archaeological wonder of the Temple-Oracle of Apollo in the ancient city of Delphi. This city was considered the center of the ancient world, both religiously and culturally, and was frequented by many of the world’s most famous and influential figures.
The essence of life and the landscape of western Greece revolve around Delphi. Not far from here is the next stop, the ancient yet modern city of Levadia, known for its waterfalls and as a hub of Greek cuisine.
- Total duration includes travel time
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