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Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
Experience the mysteries of ancient Greece on this private customizable tour where you choose your own route, pace, and stops.
On this flexible experience, you decide whether to explore ancient temple ruins, examine masterworks at the museum, or hike up to the stadium. Your local guide will tailor the day to your interests, ensuring you see what you want at your preferred speed. Discover the place once considered the center of the world. Note: This is a customizable tour, so the exact stops and duration will vary based on the choices you make on the day of your tour.
Choose your route: Focus on ancient mythology, architecture, or the main historic highlights.
Pick your pace: Decide exactly how long to spend at each archaeological site or museum.
Select your stops: Customize your day by picking which temples and ancient ruins to visit.
Adjust your activity: Choose flat, easy walks or add a challenging uphill stadium hike.
What's included
Private Local Guide
Fully flexible and customizable itinerary layout
Entrance Fees to all sites
Private transportation
What to expect
Temple of Apollo
30m
Stop 1: Sanctuary & Temple of Apollo
Option A: Oracle's Path — Walk the Sacred Way to the Temple of Apollo, focusing on how the Pythia delivered prophecies that shaped the ancient world.
Treasury of the Athenians
30m
Option B: Architectural Focus — Examine the structural details of the Athenian Treasury, the Polygonal Wall, and the Doric columns of the Apollo Temple.
Temple of Apollo
30m
Option C: Mythology & Legends — Learn the mythological origins of Delphi, the Omphalos (navel of the earth), and Apollo's battle with the serpent Python.
Delphi Archaeological Museum
30m
Stop 2: Delphi Archaeological Museum
Option A: Masterpieces Tour — Marvel at the world-famous Charioteer of Delphi, the Sphinx of Naxos, and the Twin Kouroi statues.
Delphi Archaeological Museum
30m
Option B: History & Daily Life — Explore the lesser-known artifacts, ancient bronze offerings, and learn how the sanctuary evolved from the Mycenaean era to Roman rule.
Tholos of Athena Pronaia
30m
Stop 3: Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia & Castalian Spring
Option A: The Iconic Tholos — Visit the distinct circular Tholos temple at Athena Pronaia, the most photographed monument in Delphi, and learn about its mysterious purpose.
The Castalian Spring
30m
Option B: Ancient Rituals — Stop by the Castalian Spring to discover the cleansing rituals of ancient pilgrims, and view the remains of the Gymnasium where athletes trained.
30m
Stop 4: Ancient Theatre & Stadium (Upper Site)
Option A: The Pythian Games — Take the uphill hike to the Ancient Stadium, discovering the history of the panhellenic athletic competitions held every four years.
30m
Option B: Arts & Drama — Stop at the well-preserved Ancient Theatre overlooking the Pleistos Valley, focusing on the musical contests and theatrical performances of antiquity.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Meet your guide outside the main ticket window at the entrance of the Delphi Archaeological Site.
End point
Meet your guide outside the main ticket window at the entrance of the Delphi Archaeological Site.
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
