Corycian Cave at Delphi and King Leonidas with his Spartians

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Visit Thermopylae, the site of the famous battle from the 300 movies, for a dose of military history.

Tour overview

Athena tour, fans of military history, and the film 300 will not want to miss this Delphi trip with a twist: a visit to Thermopylae, the location of the battle immortalized in the film. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Delphi, the gorgeous Arachova town, the Corycian Cave, and the battlefield in a group of no more than seven people. Your day includes transportation, guided tours, and refreshments; lunch and tickets are not included.

  • In one day, see UNESCO-listed Delphi and the Thermopylae battleground.
  • Visit the Corycian Cave to learn more about Delphi’s history.
  • Covers ground that public transportation could never hope to cover.
  • The number of visitors is limited to seven to ensure optimal guide interaction.
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Tour itinerary

Marathon

As we drive, we will pass by the location where the first marathon race began, as well as the site of the first fight with the Persians in 490 BC.

Arachova

A very gorgeous alpine community with a well-known ski resort.

Delphi

We will go to Delphi’s hall archeological site, the museum, the Tholos – Temple of Athena, and the Kastalia holy spring. I will provide a book guide and explain the mythology and historical events in ancient Greece not just for Delphi but also about religion, the immortality of the soul with the Eleusinian mysteries, culture, and sciences while we travel for 2 hours.

Delphi

Lunch in a typical restaurant with fresh bread and regional specialties.

Corycian Cave

We will visit Pan’s Cave, the first Oracle in the Delphi area at least 4000 years ago. This was the location of Dionysus’ grand festivals and one of the gates to the realm of dads.

Thermopylae

visit Leonidas and 300 Spartans memorial * Description of the fight * Battlefield view from the top of the Mountain * The way that the traitor disclosed to the Persians and encircled the Spartans *Kolonos hill the spot the last Spartan died shielding the corpse of King Leonidas.

Includes:

  • Snacks.
  • Water in a bottle.
  • A vehicle with air conditioning.
  • Delphi archaeological site guided book, a guide with photographs and descriptions of Delphi's monuments. Simple and useful.

Excludes:

  • Tickets for Delphi's archaeological site and museum are 12 euros in the summer and 6 euros in the winter.
  • Lunch.

Testimonials

Our entire trip was fantastic. This is a journey I would take. The vistas and scenery are breathtaking.

Burke

Daniel

It was a tough day, but it was also very rewarding. We started our journey at the beautiful mountain resort village of Arachova to enjoy some coffee and breathtaking views. The Delphi archaeological park was stunning, and the local guide’s booklet was well-written. The Delphi museum was equally fascinating. After a delicious lunch at a Greek restaurant, we headed to the cave. It was a bit out of the way and challenging to navigate up the steep slope to the entrance, which was the only downside of the trip. Our last stop was at Thermopylae, where we visited the battle site. Our tour guide was an expert in Greek history, mythology, and culture. Overall, it was an amazing day and a great vacation.

Rivera

Melinda

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Tour highlights

  • You must cancel at least 24 hours before the start time of the activity to get a complete refund.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time of the experience, you will not be reimbursed.
  • Any modifications made less than 24 hours before the start time of the experience will not be allowed.
  • The cut-off times are determined by the experience's local time.
  • This experience is weather-dependent. If it is canceled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.
  • This experience needs a minimum number of participants. If the minimum is not fulfilled, you will be offered a new date/experience or a full refund.

Important details

Point of convergence:

Pickup details:

Ermou 80. Greece, Ermou 80, Athina 105 54. If you are staying in the heart of Athens, we can pick you up.

 

Before you go, be aware of the following:

  • When you book, you will receive confirmation.
  • Wheelchair access is not available.
  • Close to public transit.
  • There are infant seats available.
  • The majority of passengers can participate.
  • This tour/activity has a limit of 7 participants.
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