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Delphi Day Trip

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10 ore Day trip Full day trips
Guide in: English

Description

This day excursion to Delphi from Athens invites you to explore one of the most renowned cities of antiquity. Its archaeological site, a quintessential symbol of Greece, offers an exceptional insight into the nation’s mythology and historical significance.

Details of the Day Trip

We'll commence our journey by picking you up at the designated meeting point in Athens before heading towards Delphi. This UNESCO World Heritage site boasts the illustrious Temple of Apollo, a key attraction.

During our drive, we'll pass through Boeotia and Thebes without any stops, making a brief halt in Livadeia for restroom breaks or to grab a coffee. After approximately three hours on the road from Athens, we will arrive in Delphi, historically referred to as "the center of the world."

Once arrived, our visit will span 2.5 hours, during which we'll explore the Monument to the Kings of Argos, the Treasury, and the renowned Temple of Apollo. Additionally, we’ll tour the Archaeological Museum to admire masterpieces such as the famous Charioteer of Delphi.

Following our exploration, you will have 1.5 hours of free time to enjoy lunch. Once revitalized, we will resume our return to Athens, arriving back at the meeting point approximately 10 hours after the initial pickup.

Tour Variants

When making your reservation, you can select from the following options:

Audio-Guided Tour at 7:45 am

You will be picked up at the scheduled time from the New Hotel, situated at Filellinon 16, Athina 105 57, Greece.

Participants will benefit from an audio guide throughout the site visit and the assistance of an English-speaking tour helper during the transportation.

Audio-Guided Tour at 8:15 am

This alternative includes a pickup at Athanasiou Diakou 26, Athina 117 43, Greece, at the scheduled time.

Like the previous option, this tour provides an audio guide for the site visit along with an English-speaking tour assistant on the vehicle.

Important: Neither audio-guided option includes lunch or admission fees. Entry tickets cost 20EUR for adults and should be reserved for the 1 pm to 2 pm time slot. EU citizens aged under 25 and non-EU citizens under 18 can enter free with valid ID presented at the ticket desk. Adults over 65 receive a 50% discount.

For those wishing to ensure ticket availability on the tour date, it is advisable to pre-book through the official website rather than waiting until arrival at the ticket counter.

Guided Tour + Tickets

We will convene at the designated location at Athanasiou Diakou 26 and proceed to Delphi, where admission tickets and an English-speaking guide will be included.

Guided Tour + Tickets + Lunch

This option includes pickup at the designated time from Athanasiou Diakou 26, as well as entry tickets and an English-speaking guide. Additionally, you will savor a delightful set menu at a traditional Greek eatery.

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

Day Trip + Guide

If you have selected the option with a guide at 8:15 am, 15 minutes beforehand, 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. 

Day Trip + Audio Guide

If you have selected the option with an audio guide, please note that, depending on the time you select, the meeting point will vary:

Day Trip + Audio Guide at 7:45 am

If you chose this option, we'll pick you up at the designated time at the New Hotel, located at the following address: Filellinon 16, Athina 105 57, Greece.

Day Trip + Audio Guide at 8:15 am

If you chose this option, we'll meet at the offices of Key Tours Greece S. A., located at the following address: 26, Athanasiou Diakou Str, Athina 117 43, Greece.

Tickets Info

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.

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.

From 29,43 € / person
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This activity runs with a minimum of 4 participants.

Adults 29,43 €
Children aged 4-12 28,94 €
Total 0,00 €
Need help?

Contact us with any question

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