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Delphi and Meteora Tour: History and Scenery
4.9
187 Ratings
Thermopylae
Embark on an incredible 1-day trip from Athens to Delphi and Meteora. Explore ancient ruins, religious sites, and breathtaking scenery while learning about history and mythology. Customizable itinerary available.
Embark on an incredible 1-day trip from Athens to Delphi and Meteora. Explore ancient ruins, religious sites, and breathtaking scenery while learning about history and mythology. Customizable itinerary available.
Duration:
14 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Battlefield of Thermopylae - Our trip will start from Athens and then we will drive to Thermopylae, where we will visit Thermopylae’s Innovative Centre of Historical Information and we will see the Statue of Leonidas.
- Holy Monastery of Rousanos - Saint Barbara - Afterwards we will drive to the breathtaking Meteora, where we will visit a lot…
- Battlefield of Thermopylae - Our trip will start from Athens and then we will drive to Thermopylae, where we will visit Thermopylae’s Innovative Centre of Historical Information and we will see the Statue of Leonidas.
- Holy Monastery of Rousanos - Saint Barbara - Afterwards we will drive to the breathtaking Meteora, where we will visit a lot of monasteries, built on top of 1000 foot rocks, such as the Holy Monastery of Varlaam, Rousanou and the Holy Trinity.
Then we will take a break for a coffee at Kalabaka. Driving through the beautiful stone villages of Arachova where we’ll be able to stop so that you can take photos and buy souvenirs.
- Delphi - After a wonderful scenic drive through mountains and fertile valleys we reach Delphi, located under the 3000ft tall mountain Parnassos. There we will visit the Archaeological museum of Delphi, we will see the Archaeological site of Delphi and the site of the temple of Apollo.
- Arachova - In that stop we will see an amazing luxurius village that was built on the edge of the mountain,amazing view,god time for relaxing and take a coffe or souvenirs.
- Distomo Massacre Memorial - Distomo a dramatic village in 1944 350 people lost their lifes,it was a Nazi war crime perpetrated by members of the Waffen-SS in the village of Distomo, Greece, in 1944, during the German occupation of Greece during World War II.
- Bournazi Square - In this extra local area…!!! In the end of the tour all the travellers will enjoy in a very beutifull greek TAVERNA greek food as grill meat,fish,salads,deserts,wine,beer,soft dinks.
All this food is payed from our copmany,all inclusive meal in the end for all.
What's Included
- Liability insurance per person
- Local Guiding Services
- Mercedes Benz Luxury Vehicles
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Dinner
- Liability insurance per person
- Local Guiding Services
- Mercedes Benz Luxury Vehicles
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Dinner
What's Not Included
- We do not have a license to give tours inside of monuments and historical places
- Tickets for the monuments
- We do not have a license to give tours inside of monuments and historical places
- Tickets for the monuments
Additional Information
We commence our journey from Athens.
During this exciting all-day expedition, we will take in some of the most stunning sites and landscapes. En route, I will fill you in with lots of details regarding history, mythology, and culture.
We will revel in a trip to Delphi, the novel of the world, and explore the sacred spots in Meteora. Additionally, we…
We commence our journey from Athens.
During this exciting all-day expedition, we will take in some of the most stunning sites and landscapes. En route, I will fill you in with lots of details regarding history, mythology, and culture.
We will revel in a trip to Delphi, the novel of the world, and explore the sacred spots in Meteora. Additionally, we will swing by Thermopylae, where the famed 300 Spartans battled, and the awe-inspiring Arachova.
I offer flexibility in the itinerary, duration, and activities to suit your preferences. Feel free to share any special requests you may have.
- For 1-4 passengers the tour will be provided with a Mercedes Benz Eclass. For 5-8 travellers the tour will be provided with a Mercedes Benz Minivan.For 9-20 passengers the tour will be provided with a Mercedes Benz Sprinter.
- We can pick our customers up from wherever they want inside the region of Athens.
- If the pick up is from the Airport or from the cruise dock please provide all the details to the operator after from the pickup.
- If there is a Strike in The city Center or a special event that effects the tour,the tour may change start time or ITINERARY under the instructions of the operator and the agreement of the customer
- Please provide as much as possible contact details to the operator even after the booking
- If the booking will start from Ath Int Airport the time of the tour start to count fro the pickup of the customer,so do not stress your self in cases of Delay of flights.
- If the tour is combined with a transfer the Maximum Luggage ( american size 32kl) can be no more than 3 and the start time of the tour starts at the time of the first pickup eg :( There is a customer that buys a tour starting from Cruise terminal but first he/she wants to be transferred to his Hotel to do the check in and then to start the tour. ) if the customer wants extra services than the ones that paid for,the operator will charge him extra and the payment will be done to the driver in cash or credit card.
- Mercedes-Benz vehicles (Sedan, Minivan, SUV, Bus-depending on availability)
- If you have any personal Health restrictions please provide them to the operator after from the booking.
Location
Battlefield of Thermopylae
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(187 Ratings)
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Paula_k
Oct 8, 2025
Beauty & History - What a great way to see some of Northern Greece! A driver, Sebastian, picked us up directly at six in the Mercedes taxi. We were able to stop for coffee and breakfast on our way to see the monasteries. We made it there before any of the tour buses to see the area with less people. My husband really enjoyed seeing the battle site between the Spartans and the Persians. I never thought I would get to see Delphi in my lifetime, but this was also a special place. It had a museum and an archaeological site and was not overrun with tourists. It made exploring the archaeological site more enjoyable. Our driver was there to wait on us the whole time. He was very knowledgeable and gave us history of all the areas we visited. afterwards, we were hosted for dinner and drinks before being returned to our front door. if you take this Tori, you’ll get a whole days worth of history, fun, and adventure.
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Dandm4953iz
Oct 3, 2025
See it all! - We had a great day trip with Cristiano. It’s a long day but it’s great to squeeze in all the sites in a single day. Christiano made it easy as he handled all the hard parts. We appreciated the good conversation and some great historical stories. Easy to recommend if you’re pressed for time and want to do it all.
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Harshil_p
Oct 2, 2025
Best tour for one day - It was an amazing experience we had. The weather was not in our favor but our guide Ozzy made sure we don’t get overwhelmed by it. He shared lots of historical stories about Delphi and meteora. He did everything he can do to make sure we get the best views and experience. God bless him and his family.
To those who are planning to book this trip, please ask for ozzy to be your driver and guide.
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Clipperint
Oct 2, 2025
Day tour to Delphi - What a great experience! At first, I thought it would be long and tedious, but it ended up being a pace that was tolerable and manageable. Our driver was very articulate and courteous. We saw the landscapes and sights which we will never forget. I would highly recommend!
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Bruce
Sep 27, 2025
Delphi and Meteora Combo Trip 1-Day - This was a long, but great tour and experience. We did not want to split Delphi and Meteora over 2-3 days, preferring to find this option to do both in one day. Communication was fantastic with our driver who picked us up promptly at our apartment at 6a and dropped us back off at 8p. He was knowledgeable, friendly and humorous. We were able to stop periodically for pastry and coffee or just a break as needed. The sites we visited really are amazing. Even though it was rainy and misty at Meteora when we visited, it simply added to the mystique and beauty of these structures that seem to levitate high above the surrounding villages and farms. Highly worth it, and much more pleasant when done this way in a private car. Dinner at the end was a perfect way to cap the trip.
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Road51877016075
Sep 26, 2025
A plus experience - Experience.... VERY PROFESSIONAL AND ON TIME THRU OUT.
Admission fee... Very reasonable
Length of visit... A long day, but again,well worth the time and experience
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Chase_w
Sep 13, 2025
Amazing! A Must-Do Activity While in Athens - Wow! Saying that this excursion was “amazingly” doesn’t do it justice. It was an absolute highlight and felt very special. Our driver (and very knowledgeable guide!), Marselo, was one of the kindest people we’d met on our trip and he was very attentive. Always checking to see if we needed water, if we needed to stop off for a snack, etc. … which was much appreciated given how much driving this experience involves.
The stops - Meteora and Delpi - felt so “otherworldly” in the best way. The sheer scale and architectural magnificence of Meteora was matched by the antiquity and sacredness of Delphi. Arachova wad excellent and, although it is still being built up, the monument / commemoration of Thermopylae was cool. Capping things off with authentic Greek salad, tzatziki, and moussaka was an excellent way to close out the day.
If you are debating taking this trip and whether it is worth the money, debate no further. Book it and start getting excited and prepare to have your breath taken away.
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June_g
Sep 7, 2025
Amazing Adventure - We were picked up promptly and got to a coffee shop quickly. It was much needed leaving at 6:00 am.
Seeing the countryside and the mountains was such a surprise to me. We loved seeing all the monasteries in Meteora. They are just like you see in the pictures.
Ozzy gave us several stories about so much history. He is very knowledgeable. He took us to a place to grab a bite to eat on the road. The battlefield was interesting and Delphi was a great finish of another Ancient Greece temple and ruins. This museum was a great display. Dinner was good too. We highly recommend this tour!
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Roger_h
Sep 5, 2025
You best choice for high-quality day trips out of Athens - Mike (anglicized, but a local Greek guide) was an absolutely wonderful guide. He was punctual, attentive to individual needs, excellent English skills, highly informative. And: especially kudos to his stamina, he criss-crossed the Greek mainland with us, sometimes on curvy (but also beautiful) mountain roads within a day, showing the true highlights and amazing hidden spots off the beaten track. We could not have asked for a better, and most importantly, more authentic guide with local knowledge to show us the Greek heartland. Any reader should note: you won’t find the amazing combination of Meteoras and Delphi anywhere else. If you want to the see the very best of what you can do within a day trip starting out of Athens (if you are into real Greek culture, history and gorgeous vistas, not just on the beach), then Mike is definitely your man. We would recommend him to any traveler as your best bet for a tour guide out of Athens, regardless of your specific choice of destination. 5 Stars through and through !!!
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Michael_h
Sep 8, 2025
Good but some advice - So to start with the good - Meteora and Delphi were spectacular. The food at dinner was fine. Our driver/tour guide was very knowledgeable about the sites we visited. However, our guide could use some feedback for improvement in the professionalism department. So some advice. First, be on time for pick up and if you are going to be late, call. We were supposed to be picked up at 6:00 but heard nothing from the driver (we called the drivers number several times with no answer) until he called at 6:30 and finally showed up at 6:45. Second, tread carefully when discussing religion and politics - things can get heated quickly. Third, be aware of your clients comfort - the drivers seat was pushed all the way back crunching the person in back behind him. Fourth, please don’t make jokes about your clients’ age, weight, appearance. That’s not a good way to earn tips. Finally, please be aware of the comfort of your passengers when driving - driving 150+ km/hr can make some passengers uncomfortable. Overall a good trip but some feedback was required here.
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