Delphi Archeological Site
Delphi Archeological Site

Private Tour of Delphi, Delphi

See Unesco-listed archaeological site Delphi, once home to the mythical oracle of ancient Greece, surrounded by great views

Overview

Journey to the "center of Earth" with this 2-hour private guided tour of fabulous UNESCO World Heritage Site Delphi, home to the Pythia, the mythical oracle of Ancient Greece that was consulted in all major decisions regarding the future of the Empire. With the dramatic landscape of Mount Parnassos as your backdrop, you'll explore the most sacred place in ancient Greek civilization, walking amongst stunning ruins and learning all about the secrets of the old Greek prophecies.

According to the legend, Delphi is the center of Earth, with Zeus, father of the gods, sending two eagles to found it. Delphi also acts as a symbol of unity for the Hellenic world and is home to numerous renowned monuments, such as the Temple of Apollo, the Athenian Treasury, and further up the well-preserved Theater with its beautiful view back down over the complex. Along the way, your knowledgeable guide will share insight into Delphi's religious and political significance in ancient Greece.

After roaming the ruins, you can walk up to the stadium, highest point of the archaeological complex, for stunning views of the Corinthian Gulf across olive grove-carpeted slopes. You can also enjoy a visit to the Delphi Museum. Here, you will find treasures such as the bronze statue of the Charioteer of Delphi, the haunting Sphinx of Naxos, and what might be the very first ever recorded notation of a melody.

Please bear in mind that the Delphi Archaeological Site involves quite a steep uphill climb. This tour will be arranged at the optimum time taking into account various considerations, such as your overall schedule, operating hours, crowds and heat. Please let your travel specialist know in advance, if you have any specific constraints.
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Know before you go

Duration
2 hours
Recommended for
All ages
Group
Private

Start times

  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday
  • Sunday

What's included

Certified guide, Archaeological Site of Delphi ticket

Traveler reviews

4 total ratings, 3 with reviews
4.8 out of 5
Feature ratings
Quality of Experience
5.0
Guides, Drivers and Staff
5.0
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Julie F.
Safety Harbor, FL | Reviewed on Jun 01, 2023

Great tour with a knowledgeable guide. She was a little late and left a little early but overall a phenomenal experience. Delphi was one great highlight and felt so spiritual.

Sharon
Sharon H.
Corona, NY | Reviewed on Jun 22, 2022
You have to visit Delphi it’s an amazing place when you look at the treasures that was found and to know they were buried for thousands of years and you’re seeing them unbelievably! Read more

You have to visit Delphi it’s an amazing place when you look at the treasures that was found and to know they were buried for thousands of years and you’re seeing them unbelievably!

Tips for future travelers

Just go and see it you won’t regret it.

Quality of Experience
Just to be there !
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Driver was an expert on the area! The guide was a natural for this kind of teaching!
Transport
Scenery to Delphi
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Diana S.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Mar 28, 2022
Penny was AMAZING. She was really willing to answer all of our questions and her enthusiasm for the knowledge of Greek history and culture is contagious and matched the vibes of our group. Read more

Penny was AMAZING. She was really willing to answer all of our questions and her enthusiasm for the knowledge of Greek history and culture is contagious and matched the vibes of our group.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport

Itineraries with Private Tour of Delphi

Discover Athens, Delphi, & the Cyclades - 10 Days

Hit three major Greek hotspots on this ten-day tour. Start with a full day in Athens and a day trip to the amazing ruins of Delphi before hopping a ferry to glamorous Mykonos. Here you'll explore beaches, boardwalks, and nightlife under the island's famous windmills. End the trip with Santorini's white-topped cliffs and caldera views, complete with island cruising, wine tasting, and stunning sunsets to spare.

Best of Greece: Athens to Crete - 10 Days

Over 10 days you will discover Greece's best islands, learn about ancient Greek mythologies, watch the sunset over Santorini during a cruise, and much more. The trip will start with two days and a city tour in Athens before heading to Greece's most famous archeological site, Delphi, and then to Meteora which is home to spectacular clifftop monasteries. We then head to the islands, starting with a few days in Santorini before taking a ferry to Crete where you'll learn about the local history and culture of Chania during a village tour.

Explore Athens, Meteora, Delphi, & the Cyclades - 11 Days

Hit several major hotspots on this 11-day tour of some of Greece's most beautiful and iconic sites. You'll start in Athens, with a full day to experience the Acropolis and buzzing neighborhoods before visiting the monasteries of Meteora suspended in the sky and the amazing ruins of Delphi. Next, hop a ferry to glamorous Mykonos. Here you'll explore beaches, boardwalks, and nightlife under the eyes of the island's famous windmills. End the trip in Santorini with its classic white-topped cliffs and caldera views, complete with island cruising, wine tasting, and stunning sunsets to spare.

Discover Athens, Thessaloniki & Crete - 11 Days

Learn about the history and culture of Greece with this 11-day journey to its two largest cities and the island of Crete. In Athens, you'll indulge in a wine tasting, and get a sense of the capital's ancient heritage and modern thrills on a private tour of its neighborhoods. After a visit to the sacred mountain site of Delphi, continue on to Thessaloniki to see its fascinating Byzantine and Ottoman architecture. From there, head to Crete to explore the Old Town of Chania and to walk the Minotaur's labyrinth.