Private Delphi and Thermopylae Full Day Tour from Athens
Be captivated by the amazing monument of King Leonidas and the renowned “Hot Springs” at Thermopylae!
Visit the breathtaking sites in Delphi and learn the rich history of the Castalia Spring, the archaeological site, the Amphitheatre, the Athenian Treasury, the ancient Gymnasium, the ancient Stadium an the Temple of Apollo famous for its oracle Pythia and the Navel of the Earth.
Explore the Museum of Delphi, with its spectacular collection of artifacts, including the Naxian Sphinx, the unique bronze Charioteer and the Statue of Antinoos.
Enjoy your traditional “village style” lunch on the magnificent Caldera at Delphi, overlooking the Corinthian Gulf.
Options
Tour price with entry tickets
Included in Price: Fast-track entry tickets to the Delphi archaeological site and Museum.
Pickup included
What's included in Private Delphi and Thermopylae Full Day Tour from Athens
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Athens
Pickup from your Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens. Drive to Thermopylae.
Thermopylae Museum
Visit the Thermopylae Information Center which is dedicated to the 480 BC battle that changed the course of Greek history and western civilization as we know it today. Enjoy a 15 minute documentary outlining the battle in 3D
Thermopylae
Visit the Battlefield. Thermopylae is an area in Greece by the Malian Gulf in the W Aegean sea where a narrow coastal passage existed in antiquity. The Battle of Thermopylae in 480 BC was fought between 300 Spartans, 700 Thespians & locals led by King Leonidas of Sparta against the mighty Persian Empire led by King Xerxes. We visit the statue dedicated to King Leonidas - Molon Lave! If you want our weapons...'Come & take them' Visit the statue dedicated to the 700 Thespians Visit Mt Kolonos - The last stance with the epitaph that reads 'Stranger go and tell the Lacedemonians & world that we lay here according to our orders ' Visit the Gates of Fire: Deriving from the Hot Sulphur Springs & in Greek mythology the cavernous entrances to one of the 7 gateways to Hades. The baths of Thermopylae could be described as a paradise of healing spas as a treatment for specific ailments, illnesses and injuries but also to promote general wellbeing. Here you can enjoy a 20 min sulphuric bath.
Inclusions
- Professional Tour Drivers well versed in Greek history [not licensed to enter any site]
- WiFi on board
- Fully Private Full Day Experience
- Bottled water & refreshing wipes
- Hotel/Port pick-up and drop-off service
- Transportation by private first class vehicle
- Entrance fees to the Delphi site [unless tour with entry ticket option has been purchased]
- Food and drinks
- Airport pick-up and drop-off (additional cost)
- Tips & Gratuities
- Licensed tour guide to accompany guests into the site and museum (additional cost on request)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Additional Information
Your personal tour driver will pick you up and return you to your hotel in Athens, meeting you at the lobby. In the case of an AirBnb apartment, he/she will contact you upon arrival so you can meet at the entrance of the building. For Airport and Port pick-up, your driver will meet you at the arrivals area holding a signboard with the guest's name.
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