Private Luxury Tour: Delphi – Sacred Center of the Ancient World
Overview
Experience four remarkable sides of Greece in one private journey through ancient prophecy, mountain tradition, modern history, and Byzantine heritage.
Curated by Pericles Century, the day begins in Delphi, where the Temple of Apollo and the legendary Oracle once drew rulers and travelers from across the ancient world. Explore the sanctuary beneath Mount Parnassus and take in the dramatic landscape that made Delphi one of antiquity’s great sacred places.
Continue to Arachova, a picturesque mountain village of stone houses, narrow streets, and alpine character, before visiting Distomo and its moving memorial, a place of remembrance and reflection.
The journey concludes at the UNESCO-listed Monastery of Hosios Loukas, one of Greece’s great Byzantine treasures, renowned for its architecture, mosaics, and peaceful setting.
More than a classic Delphi tour, this experience brings together ancient Greece, mountain life, modern memory, and Byzantine art in one beautifully varied day.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Groups of 5-8 people are transported in comfortable mini vans.
- Expert English-speaking tour Drivers with extensive historical knowledge.
- WiFi on board
- Convenient hotel/cruise ship pick-up and drop-off service.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Groups of 1-4 people are transported in luxurious sedan vehicles.
- Optional airport pick-up, available at an additional cost.
- Entrance fees for archaeological sites and museums.
- Meal in Delphi - Lunch stops are scheduled, but meal costs are not included.
- Kindly note that gratuities and tips are not included in the price and are left to your discretion.
- Licensed guide to accompany you into archaeological sites.
Meeting and Pickup
• Traveler Pickup: Pickup is available at designated locations. • For hotel or apartment pickups, the driver will wait outside your location. • For port pickups, the driver will greet you at the arrival area with a sign displaying your name. • Airport pickup is also available at an additional cost. • Port Pickup Options: You may select from included port options during checkout. Drop-off Information • This activity concludes at the original meeting point.
What To Expect
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Temple of Apollo
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tholos of Athena Pronaia
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ancient Stadium
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ancient Theatre
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Delphi Archaeological Museum
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Delphi
1 hour 20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Arachova
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Distomo
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Monastery of Hosios Loukas
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Monastery of Hosios Loukas
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour duration includes the time spent traveling between locations
- It is recommended to wear comfortable footwear for walking and exploring the different sites.
- Make sure to bring a hat and sunscreen, as Greece often experiences warm and sunny weather.
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Bottled water.
- Private transportation.
- Groups of 5-8 people are transported in comfortable mini vans.
- Expert English-speaking tour Drivers with extensive historical knowledge.
- WiFi on board.
- Convenient hotel/cruise ship pick-up and drop-off service.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Groups of 1-4 people are transported in luxurious sedan vehicles.
- Optional airport pick-up, available at an additional cost.
- Entrance fees for archaeological sites and museums.
- Meal in Delphi - Lunch stops are scheduled, but meal costs are not included.
- Kindly note that gratuities and tips are not included in the price and are left to your discretion.
- Licensed guide to accompany you into archaeological sites.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 1..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Luxury Tour: Delphi – Sacred Center of the Ancient World is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Luxury Tour: Delphi – Sacred Center of the Ancient World will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Groups of 5-8 people are transported in comfortable mini vans.
- Expert English-speaking tour Drivers with extensive historical knowledge.
- WiFi on board
- Convenient hotel/cruise ship pick-up and drop-off service.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Groups of 1-4 people are transported in luxurious sedan vehicles.
- Optional airport pick-up, available at an additional cost.
- Entrance fees for archaeological sites and museums.
- Meal in Delphi - Lunch stops are scheduled, but meal costs are not included.
- Kindly note that gratuities and tips are not included in the price and are left to your discretion.
- Licensed guide to accompany you into archaeological sites.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour duration includes the time spent traveling between locations
- It is recommended to wear comfortable footwear for walking and exploring the different sites.
- Make sure to bring a hat and sunscreen, as Greece often experiences warm and sunny weather.
