Delphi Site & Museum Private Tour with Licensed Guide & Tickets
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Step into the legendary sanctuary of Delphi on an exclusive, skip-the-line private tour of one of Greece's most revered archaeological treasures. Accompanied by your private native Greek expert guide, you'll uncover the remarkable history of the Sanctuary of Apollo as you follow the Sacred Way to the Temple of Apollo, where the famous Oracle once shaped the fate of kings and empires. Admire the ancient theater, the impressive stadium, and monuments that reveal Delphi's importance as the spiritual center of the ancient Greek world. Continue your journey at the Archaeological Museum of Delphi, home to extraordinary masterpieces including the renowned Charioteer of Delphi, the Sphinx of Naxos, and exquisite treasures uncovered from the sacred sanctuary. Through engaging storytelling and expert insight, your guide will bring mythology, history, and archaeology to life, creating a deeply personal and unforgettable experience at this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Your experience
Stop 1
In the archeological site, among several other remains of important buildings, you will see the agora, the sacred way where all the hundreds of bronze monumental statues dedicated by the different cities to the sanctuary were, the treasury of Athens, the rock of Sibyla, the stoa (portico) of the Athenians, the temple of Apollo, the base and restored part of the tripod of the battle of Plataea, the theatre etc.
Stop 2
In the archeological museum are housed all findings that were excavated from the archeological site. Bronze and clay offerings (tripods and figurines) , the sphinx of Naxos, the freeze of the treasury house of the island of Sifnos, the remaining parts of the once burned gold and ivory statues of Apollo and Artemis, the silver bull, parts of the wall of the Athenian treasury with inscriptions, several marble very well preserved classical statues, the very famous and impressive bronze charioteer etc. If the assumptions of the archaeologists are correct and this was the tomb of Agamemnon, try to imagine the amount of gold and jewels that must have been placed there, in order for him to take with to the afterlife.
What’s included
- Admission ticket to Delphi Archaeological museum
- Guidance throughout with official licensed local tour guide
- Admission ticket to Delphi archaeological site
Not included
- Gratuities (optional)
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children and young people up to the age of 25, from EU member-states, upon presentation of their ID card or passport for verification of their age and country of origin are entitled to free admission to the site.
- Children up to the age of 18, upon presentation of their passport for verification of their age and country of origin are entitled to free admission to the site.
- If you accompany free admission beneficiaries, please advise so we can issue their free tickets upon proof of eligibility.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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