2 Days Private Tour: Delphi - Mycenae & Corinth

Day 1: Distomo - Arachova - Delphi

1. Livadia
   Pass by
   Livadia has about 30,000 inhabitants. It is built at an altitude of 200 m, at the edge of the plain of Kopaida and the small river Erkyna flows through it. It is surrounded by mountains; Parnassos to the north of the city and Elikonas to the south. The old town of Livadia (Mideia) was built at the foot of the later. It is a unique,“properly” Greek city with a history and a mythology that became a source of inspiration for poets, painters and sculptors of all ages.
2. Mount Parnassus
   Pass by
   Mount Parnassus is a mountain of limestone in central Greece that towers above Delphi, north of the Gulf of Corinth, and offers scenic views of the surrounding olive groves and countryside. According to Greek mythology, this mountain was sacred to Dionysus and the Dionysian mysteries; it was also sacred to Apollo and the Corycian nymphs, and it was the home of the Muses. The mountain was also favored by the Dorians. It is suggested that the name derives from parnassas, the possessive adjective of the Luwian word parna meaning house, or specifically temple, so the name effectively means the mountain of the house of the god.
3. Monastery of Hosios Loukas
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Our first stop is going to be the monastery of Hosios Loukas, which represents the second golden age of Byzantine art (11th -12th century) in particular its golden mosaic decoration and fine architecture.
4. Delphi
   Pass by
   Delphi is a town on Mount Parnassus in the south of mainland Greece. It's the site of the 4th-century-B.C. Temple of Apollo, once home to a legendary oracle.
5. Temple of Apollo
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   In the museum you will be able to see the famous charioteer and Gold Ivory statue.
6. Delphi Archaeological Museum
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   While in the museum you will be able to see the famous charioteer and Gold Ivory statues.
7. Arachova
   1h
   Aráchova is a mountainous village nestling picturesquely at the foot of Mt. Parnassós in Viotia, Southern Greece.It is the most cosmopolitan winter destination in Greece, a great favorite for passionate ski lovers and celebrities, or just first-time visitors who wish to relax in a dreamy mountainous setting with modern tourism facilities. Its modern ski resort, its close proximity to Athens, and its breathtaking mountainous landscape are the strongest reason why. Apart from the mountain activities, Aráchova is also famous for its bustling nightlife and as the favorite mountain resort of Athenians.

Day 2: Delphi - Mycenae

1. Corinth Canal
   15m
   We drive to the Corinth Canal, on the way you will have a view of some Greek seaside villages and the island of Salamis (where the historical naval battle was held between the Athenians and Persians 480 BCE). Corinth Canal Opened in 1892 separating the Peloponnese peninsula from the rest of Greece and connecting the Saronic Gulf to the Corinthian Sea. You will have time to walk across on a pedestrian bridge to admire the canal closer, (if you’re game) on some days bungee jumping is an option.
2. Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Ancient Corinth, located at the foot of the hill includes the Roman Agora of Corinth, the temple of God Apollo and a small museum. Apart from its archaeological and historical interest though the site is also one of the most popular religious destinations in Greece. In this amazing place the Apostle Paul preached Christianity, was judged by the tribunal in the Agora and established the best organized Christian church of that period.
3. Temple of Apollo
   5m · Admission ticket not included
   The temple of Apollo at Corinth is one of the earliest Doric temples in the Peloponnese and the Greek mainland. Built around 560 B.C.E., of local monolithic limestone on top of an imposing, rocky hill to the north of Acrocorinth, the Archaic temple was an emblem for the Greek city of Corinth, reflecting its growth and prosperity.
4. Acrocorinth
   20m
   We will visit the castle of Acrocorinth,the oldest and largest castle in southern Greece, for some amazing photos.
5. Archaeological Site Mycenae
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Dated to the 2nd millennium B.C.E. representing what Homer wrote about, Achilles, Agamemnon and Helen of Troy. The palace of Mycenae gave its name to a whole era.
6. Lion Gate
   10m · Admission ticket not included
   In the site you will see the famous Lions Gate (the oldest architectural sculpture in Europe), the cyclopean walls, the burial circle A and the remains of Agamemnon’s Palace.
7. Archaeological Museum of Ancient Mycenae
   20m · Admission ticket not included
   Worth visiting there is also a modern museum exhibiting the findings of the “City Of Gold".
8. Citadel and Treasury of Atreus
   10m · Admission ticket not included
   Before setting off again we will make a small stop at the treasury of Atreus, the best preserved Tholos tomb, one of the finest examples of the Mycenaean architecture.
9. Athens
   Pass by
   We will drive back to Athens.

Pickup details

Pick up time adjustable upon your request.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The duration of the tours is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
• The drivers are not licensed to accompany you inside any site or museum. If you require a licensed guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. If you have any questions you can contact us on the phone number provided by Viator.