Delphi (Apollo Oracle/ Athena Tholos) private day tour from Athens (10 hours)

Recommended by 100% of travellers

Athens, Greece

10 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Visit the historic city of Delphi on this private day tour from Athens, stopping at traditional villages and natural springs along the way. Explore the sanctuaries of Apollo and Athena, learn about history at a museum, and stop for lunch (at your own expense) before returning to your hotel in comfort and style.

Take in some history even if you're short on time in Athens
Leave the driving to a professional with hotel pickup included
Travel in comfort in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
Explore at your own pace on a private tour

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicles, with high level of cleanliness (Sedan/ Minivan/ Minibus)
Private Transportation & includes: (Fuels, Toll Roads, Parking Fees)
Pick up / Drop off, from/to your hotel/apartment in Athens, Piraeus. Or request another location
Professional English speaking experienced Tour driver for the day
Your driver provides informative books audio/video documentary with historical details as you travel
Government Fees

Entrance fee - Archaeological site of Delphi ( included site & Museum) Summer from 1st April to 30 October 20€. Winter reduced to half

EUR20.00 per person
Meals

Lunch or snacks
Gratuities

Tips are at your discretion.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

For Private Tours: Traveler pickup/drop off is offered from/to your hotel/apartment in/ from Athens center up to 7 km, at the arranged time of your tour departure or your tour return. We recommend that the tour starts at 8.00 am or earlier in summer time If for any reason this is not convenient, you can adjust the time according to your needs.

Start time
.8:00 am

Itinerary

Livadia

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Delphi Ancient Town

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Delphi Archaeological Museum

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Tholos of Athena Pronaia

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Delphi

50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Arachova

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Athens

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infant seats available
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travellers can participate

You Have the options of 3 different Vehicles types: Sedan up to 3 adults or family of 4 (2 adults + 2 kids - up to 11 years old free) - Minivan ( from 1 to 7 persons - 2 kids/ up to 11 years old free ) - Minibus ( from 1 to 14 persons - 2 kids/ up to 11 years old free). Price varies by Group Size or Vehicle type.
The driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you on your walk to sites or museum. If you require an archaeologist guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally.
Booking hours: Tour is private & flexible (up to 10 hours). However we only request to have in mind the agreement hours. But if you like to extend it, please make a fair arrangement with your tour driver/ leader.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 23 reviews

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If you're in Greece, you...

Sugosh_V, Apr 2026

If you're in Greece, you have to see Delphi. The site is stunning and the history of Apollo's temple is fascinating. We had a great experience with Viator—well-organized and highly educational. A 5-star day trip!

It was a great trip with...

Jon_T, June 2023

It was a great trip with an awesome driver. He was very friendly and helped us to have a great time despite the long drive.

Response from Host, July 2023

Hello Jon, thank you for taking your time to write us this kindness review.

A trip of a lifetime with a wonderful and knowledge driver/guide

Raquel_C, Apr 2023

The trip to Delphi truly made our trip to Greece a lifetime experience! Our driver Nikolaos was like a human encyclopedia filled with so much knowledge of the area of Delphi but also of Athens and the towns along with the way! The 10 hour trip was comfortable for our family of 5 adults in a luxury van, which included stops to see a Castle and Kryas Livadeia Springs along the way and lunch in a local town outside of Delphi with delicious food and ambiance. We customized our trip to add a stop to a Monastery that is more than 1000 yrs old. Communication with Nikolaus was fast and direct which was helpful. Looking to add another trip for possibly 1 week with Nikolaus in the future! Highly recommend this trip of a lifetime!