Private day tour
Private Delphi Day Tour from Athens
The centre of the ancient world, with lunch in Arachova.
In brief
A private full-day tour from Athens to Delphi, the UNESCO-listed sanctuary of Apollo, about 2.5 hours (180 km) from the capital. Walk the Sacred Way, see the Charioteer in the museum and lunch in Arachova. From £520 per group of up to four.
Delphi was the most consulted oracle in the ancient Greek world, and its setting, on a steep slope above a valley of olive trees, explains why. The sanctuary was dedicated to Apollo and the priestess, the Pythia, gave answers that shaped wars and colonies.
Your guide walks the Sacred Way with you, from the treasuries up to the temple, the theatre and the stadium, then to the museum for the Charioteer of Delphi, a bronze from about 470 BC.
Highlights
- Sacred Way and Temple of Apollo
- Ancient theatre and stadium
- Archaeological Museum
- Tholos of Athena Pronaia
- Arachova lunch
Insider notes
- One ticket covers site and museum. We enter the site first and the museum afterwards, because Greek visitor guides note that the museum is busiest in the afternoon.
Itinerary
- 07:30
Depart Athens
Through Thebes and Livadeia, with stories on the road.
- 10:00
Archaeological site
The Sacred Way, the Temple of Apollo, the theatre and stadium.
- 12:30
Museum
The Charioteer, the Sphinx of the Naxians and the finds from the sanctuary.
- 14:00
Lunch in Arachova
Local cheeses, grilled meats and wine in a mountain village.
- 16:00
Return
Back in Athens by early evening.
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with professional chauffeur
- Licensed English-speaking guide (Greek Ministry of Tourism guide licence)
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Fuel, tolls and parking
- Bottled water and cold towels on board
Not included
- Entrance fees (we pre-book and pay at cost)
- Lunch and drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
Details: pick-up from Your Athens hotel. Vehicle: Private minivan or sedan. Best for: Classical history, Couples, Photographers. The “from” price is indicative (per group of up to 4, guide and vehicle); your written proposal confirms the exact total.
Frequently asked questions
Is Delphi too far for a day trip?
No. The drive is about 2.5 hours each way on good roads. For a slower pace, add a night in Delphi or Arachova.
What should I wear?
Sturdy shoes with grip, a hat and sunscreen. The site is a steep, uneven hillside with little shade.
