Delphi Day Trip
Description
Set out on an enriching full-day excursion to Delphi from Athens, a place once thought to be the world's center, and now recognized as one of Greece's key historical locations. This journey provides an insightful glimpse into Greek history and mythology.
Delphi Day Trip
We will gather at Athanasiou Diakou, number 26, at the specified time to begin our journey towards Delphi, a captivating town designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site, famed for its remarkable Temple of Apollo.
During our transit, we will pass through the picturesque Boeotia region and see the city of Thebes, an iconic location in Greek mythology, without making any stops. A short pause will be taken in Livadeia for refreshments or a restroom break.
After approximately three hours of travel from Athens, we will reach Delphi, once regarded as the world's center in ancient times. Our exploration will last for about 2.5 hours, during which we will visit significant sites such as the Monument to the Argos Kings, the Athenian Treasury, and the renowned Temple of Apollo. Following this, we will appreciate the treasures housed within the Delphi Archaeological Museum, including the celebrated Charioteer of Delphi.
Afterwards, you will have 1.5 hours of leisure time to savor a traditional Greek meal at a local family-operated restaurant. Once we conclude our visit, we will head back to Athens.
Our day trip will wrap up as we return to our initial meeting point, arriving approximately 10 hours after our departure.
Day Trip + Audio Guide
For those interested, an option is available to include an audio guide in English as part of the excursion to the archaeological site, alongside an English-speaking tour assistant on the vehicle. Please note that this selection excludes tickets and lunch.
The cost for entry tickets is 20USD for adults, which should be reserved for the 1-2 pm time slot. EU citizens under 25 and non-EU individuals under 18 can access the site free of charge by showing their ID at the ticket office. Adults over the age of 65 will benefit from a 50% discount, applicable only at the ticket office.
To ensure you secure your tickets beforehand, it is advisable to book via the official website instead of waiting until your arrival at the ticket booth.
What's included
- Transport
- Admission tickets (for option with guide)
- English–speaking guide (depending on selected option)
- Lunch (depending on selected option)
- Audio guide in English and English–speaking tour assistant (depending on selected option)
What's not included
- Drinks
- Admission tickets (for option with audio guide): 20EUR for adults and free for EU–citizens under 25 and non–EU citizens under 18
- Earphones (for option with audio guide)
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
15 minutes before antes de the designated time, we'll meet at the Key Tours Greece S.A. offices, located at the following address: 26, Athanasiou Diakou Str, Athina 117 43, Greece.
The closest metro station is Akropoli, just a 3-minute walk away.
Additional Info
Please note that several sections of the tour involve a lot of stairs and walking.
Closure of Monuments
Please note that on the following dates, monuments will be closed for public holidays in Greece: January 1, March 25, April 12, May 1, December 25 and 26.
Day Trip + Audio Guide
Please note that if you have chosen the day trip with an audio guide option, tickets are not included in the activity and cost 20USD for adults. Please reserve them for the 1-2 pm time slot. EU citizens under the age of 25 and non-EU citizens under the age of 18 can enter free of charge by presenting their ID card at the ticket office. Adults over 65 will receive a 50% discount (both online and at the ticket booth), and will have to present their ID at the ticket booth.
If you want to book your tickets in advance and make sure they’re available on the day of the tour, we recommend that you don’t wait until you get to the ticket office and book them through the official website instead.
On the day of the activity, please follow these instructions to get the audio guide in English on your mobile phone:
- 1. Download the KEY TOURS app from the App Store or Play Store
- 2. Select “Delphi: The Navel of the Earth”
- 3. Log in to download and enter the code KEYDELFOS
Make sure your phone is charged before the tour, and don't forget to bring your own headphones. We also suggest downloading the audio guide while connected to Wi-Fi before the tour so you can use it offline.
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