Delphi and Arachova Day Trip from Athens

Take a journey to the center of the ancient Greek world to see the Temple of Apollo and more

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· 10.00h · Athens, Greece

Looking for a deeper dive into the world of ancient Greece? Then there’s no better place than Delphi! Once home to the most famous oracle in the land, the Temple of Apollo. The discoveries at this site provide a window into a civilization that shaped the modern world. Explore the ancient ruins with an archaeologist guide, discover more in the fascinating Delphi Museum, then take a break in the pretty mountain village of Arachova before returning to Athens.

Delphi and Arachova Day Trip from Athens

Meet your guide near the Acropoli metro station
Delphi
The Temple of Apollo

Delphi Museum
Arachova
Return to Athens

Your tour begins in Chatzichristou 21, in the center of Athens where you’ll meet your friendly guide and board a comfortable coach for the scenic drive to Delphi. Explore famous sites like the Temple of Apollo as an expert local guide tells of Delphi’s fascinating past and its pivotal role in ancient Greek civilization, then explore the incredible museum to see the most important artifacts uncovered from the ancient site.

You'll pay a visit to the stunning mountain village of Arachova, where you'll have free time to explore the pretty streets, get lunch, go shopping, or just enjoy the views before traveling back to Athens for the evening.

Delphi and Arachova Day Tour Description

Your 10-hour day trip includes:

Round-trip transportation from Athens by coach
Admission and expertly guided tour of Delphi archaeological site and museum
Visits to Kryas Springs.
Free time to explore the village of Arachova
Experienced driver and friendly English-speaking guide
Maximum group size of 40

To Delphi from Athens

Depart with your driver, guide, and group in a comfortable, air-conditioned shuttle for the journey to Delphi. As you drive through the Boeotia plain, your guide will tell stories of ancient mythology and explain the significance of the historic locations you'll visit today.

Along the way, you'll make a stop in the valley of Kryas Springs to stretch your legs and admire the impossibly beautiful landscape.

Delphi Archaeological Site and Temple of Apollo

Upon reaching Delphi, your guide will take you on a journey through one of the most significant sites of ancient Greece—often called the center of the ancient world. Now a UNESCO World Heritage site, this is where the fabled Delphic Oracle priestess Pythia delivered messages from the god Apollo.

It became one of the most influential oracles in the Greek world between the sixth and fourth centuries BC. Remains of the Temple of Apollo have been excavated along with other significant monuments including the Athenian Stoa, the Treasury of the Athenians, and the Polygonal Wall.

After exploring the archaeological site, you'll enter the fascinating Delphi Museum to see some of the world-famous artifacts recovered over the years. Gaze in awe as ancient relics including Naxian Sphinx, the frieze of the Treasury of the Siphnians, the bronze Charioteer, and the statue of Antinous.

Explore the Mountain Village of Arachova

Wave goodbye to ancient Greece as your driver transports you to the picturesque mountain village of Arachova. Here, you'll have free time to explore at your own pace. Stroll through narrow cobbled alleys, visit local artisan shops, or find a quiet spot to sit and enjoy those wonderful mountain views. If you're hungry then this is also a great place to buy lunch, with plenty of great local restaurants dotted throughout the village.

In the afternoon your driver will be ready to take you back to Athens, and you arrive in the early evening ready for a night in the city.

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What you get with this tour

Expert English-speaking guide
Roundtrip transportation
Delphi site and museum
Temple of Apollo
Arachova
Group size of up to 40 people

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Delphi was truly inspiring

30 September 2025

Reviewed by
Amy Edwards

Our tour guide was amazing! She was friendly and extremely knowledgeable. Delphi was exactly as expected! Lots of climbing and very hot- but worth it! Arachova was meh. I had high hopes, but there wasn't enough time to really explore and the stray dogs made us sad. Not enough time to eat and shop.

28 September 2025

Reviewed by
Dennis Wu