Delphi Guided Small Group Day Tour from Athens
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Athens, Greece
- 9 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Visit the home of the famous Oracle of Delphi on a full-day small group tour from Athens to one of the ancient world’s most important spiritual sites. Pass through the plain of Beotia and the legendary town of Thebes on the way up to Mt Parnassus, and explore highlights the UNESCO-listed archaeological site, including the Polygonal Wall, Temple of Apollo ruins and Delphi museum with a guide (entry fee at your own cost.) Stop in the mountain towns of Delphi and Arachova for spectacular views.
- Full-day small group tour to Delphi from Athens
- Visit the spiritual center of the universe, according to ancient Greek mythology
- See the Temple of Apollo, home to the legendary Pythia or Oracle
- See sacred artifacts like the Treasury of the Sifnians and the Naxian Sphinx at the Delphi museum
- Take in spectacular views from the slopes of Mt Parnassus
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- English speaking driver
- Professional guide at destination
- Pick up from centrally located hotels and apartments.
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Food and drinks (at own expense)
- Gratuities
- Entrance at the archeological site of Delphi and the Museum€20.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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Pickup details
Pick up and drop off is included from hotels and apartments within the range of central Athens area. Your location details are required during the booking process (hotel name or apartment full address) If your hotel/apartment is not accessible by the type of vehicles we use (e.g street narrowness, pedestrian area) we will appoint a nearby meeting point for picking you up. In case that your location details has not been provided 48 hours prior to departure we will assign a centrally located meeting point of our choice for picking you up. You will receive an email from us us with the exact pick up time 24 hours prior departure. No changes can be made to the pickup plan once it has been allocated and finalized. Pickups from Ports/Airports are offered only to the Private tour option. Please notice that pick up commerce starts 40-50 minutes prior departure.
Itinerary
1
Delphi Ancient Town
2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Delphi Archaeological Museum
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
3
Tholos of Athena Pronaia
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Delphi Ancient Town
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
5
Mount Parnassus
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The tour duration is an estimate and may vary due to several factors, including traffic when leaving or returning to Athens, congestion at the entrances of archaeological sites, and the group's pace
- Airport/Port pickup available only to the Private Tour option
- Exact pick up point and time will be sent to you in the email provided during the booking at least 24hrs prior departure
- Participants are expected to carry no more than a backpack. If you have luggage that requires trunk space, please inform us in advance of the activity date so we can arrange the appropriate vehicle and pickup location
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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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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Me and my daughter had a wonderful experience. Driver and tour guides were very knowledgeable with a lot of interesting information about sites along the way and the Delphi Oracle site. We recommend having lunch at the end of your day with the entire group! Food was very good and reasonably priced.
Excellent booking! Highly recommend. Our guide and accommodations were great. The museum and archeological site were amazing. Lunch was top tier!
This was such an amazing excursion. Delphi was so worth seeing. The food at lunch was to die for. The guides and driver were great.
We thoroughly enjoyed this tour. Everyone from driver to tour guide (Gota??) to local tour guide at site were wonderful - all relaxed, knowledgeable and pleasant. The van was very comfortable with usb ports for phone. Highly recommend for a thorough visit to remarkable site in one day.
So happy we did this tour! It was nice to see the countryside of Greece away from Athens. The mountain scenery was amazing! The ruins and the museum were also wonderful! It was a long day- it takes a full day to do this tour and we were tired at the end, but felt it was well worth it for the adventure of the day! Our driver Soterious was excellent over very challenging terrain and our tour guide Lilly helped orient us with good information in advance of arriving the site and looked after lunch arrangements which were very enjoyable. We had a different guide at the museum and on site for site specific information and he really went in depth and gave the exhibits meaning. It was a great day and we would recommend it!
Make sure you bring sturdy shoes as there is a lot of step climbing involved. The views are worth it though.! Vivian and Perocles may for a very good guide and drive combination. Vivian chose the lunch spot in Delphi and got us a special table right by the window. We especially enjoyed a small group which made for a more personal experience. Amazing journey through the Greek countryside and well worth the time and effort.
Delphi is breathtaking and absolutely worth going to. However, the bus tour guide and pace of the tour made the day a drag. After only being on the bus for 40 minutes we had our first stop at a truck stop for 30 minutes while the guide had a huge sandwich and smoked a cigarette. That was unnecessary. Another stop at Arachova was beautiful, but by the time we got to Delphi, waited around for at least another 20 minutes, went through the museum, and got to the main attraction of the archeological site, the day felt like a let down. We only had brief time at the archeological site before stopping again for a lengthy late lunch, which was nice but seemed an unnecessary use of time. The day just felt like a lot of filler for a disappointingly short time at the main attraction.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are very pleased that you found Delphi breathtaking and worth visiting, although we are sorry that the overall pace of the day did not meet your expectations.
We would, however, like to clarify a few points regarding the itinerary. The stops made during the journey are scheduled in accordance with the required driving and rest-time regulations for professional drivers. These breaks are necessary for the safe and lawful operation of the tour and are not added simply to fill time.
The stop in Arachova is also a scheduled part of the published itinerary, allowing our guests to experience this beautiful mountain village on the way to Delphi.
At Delphi, the guided visit to the Archaeological Museum and archaeological site lasts approximately 1.5 hours. This is followed by free time in Delphi village, during which guests may choose to have lunch, explore independently, or simply enjoy the village and its surroundings. Lunch is not compulsory and guests are free to decide how they wish to use this time.
On this occasion, the tour was operated according to the scheduled itinerary, with particular attention to passenger safety, the proper execution of the program, and an appropriate balance between the guided visits and guests’ free time.
We appreciate your feedback and understand that some travelers may prefer an itinerary focused almost exclusively on the archaeological site. Our day tour, however, is designed as a complete Delphi experience, including the journey, Arachova, the archaeological site and museum, and free time in Delphi village. Thank you.
Fantastic trip to the sacred ruins in Delphi is a bit more relaxed town some of the one day trips. Great small group today and fantastic place to share a group lunch and meet some other like solo travelers. Love the ruins and this might be my all time favorite.
The museum is great but the actual ruins are small and a disappointment. But our guide was very k owledgeable
We had a great time on our tour of Delphi. The guides were so personable and knowledgeable. We learned so much!
Ticket only covered the bus ride. Had to pay €20 each to see the ruins. That was dumb!! The ruins were so destroyed that you really needed a guide to make any sense of the site.
Did not have any time to visit the book store.
Would not bother seeing this site unless you are really interested in Greek mythology.
Visiting Delphi felt truly mystical. Standing among the ruins, surrounded by the mountains and ancient history, it was easy to understand why this place was once considered the center of the world. There was something powerful and almost sacred about the atmosphere.
The guide brought the mythology, the Oracle, and the history to life in a way that made the experience feel meaningful instead of just informational. Lunch afterward was lovely and gave the day a peaceful, authentic finish. It was a long trip, but absolutely worth it. I would recommend this experience to anyone who wants to feel the magic, mystery, and beauty of Delphi.
It was fascinating and awe inspiring to finally see something that I had read about for so many years. The van ride was comfortable, and there were no problems with the meeting location, and although the ride was a little long, the trip was absolutely worth it. Make sure you take water and good shoes and be prepared to hike up a fairly vigorous hill. “Roi” was a fantastic guide, and the site guide (can’t recall his name) was also very knowledgeable and very informative. This trip really gave me a new and insightful viewpoint into the political and spiritual dynamics of ancient Athens.
Maria and our driver picked us up exactly where we agreed to meet, and on time. The narration of different parts of the journey from Athens to Delphi was super interesting.
Our guide at the temple was awesome, sharing her knowledge and passion for the ruins and history in the museum. All in a 11/10 for our group. AND the restaurant Maria chose for lunch had beautiful views and even better food. ♥️♥️♥️🇬🇷
For that long of a drive, the vehicles should have much better air conditioning. The ride was very warm and uncomfortable. Tour guide Paul was great!
This tour dies not follow the itinerary in the description, there is no free time. Lunch is communal, you don’t have any options other than where they take you. It was mediocre at best.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry the experience did not meet your expectations.
The tour follows the itinerary and timings published in the product description. As this is a small-group tour with a fixed schedule, free time is provided at the designated stops but cannot be unlimited, as the group must continue the program on time.
Regarding lunch, the stop takes place in the village of Delphi, where guests can choose from several restaurants and dining options. Our company does not direct customers to any specific restaurant. Lunch is entirely optional, is not included in the tour price, and guests are completely free to decide where—or whether—they wish to eat. Therefore, the statement that lunch is communal and that no other options are available does not accurately reflect how the tour operates.
We would have appreciated a review focused on the actual tour experience and the services included in the booking. This would be considerably more helpful to the travelling community than criticism of an optional service that is neither included in the tour price nor controlled by our company.
While it took a few hours to get there, the trip was worth it. Especially if you are a history buff. Our excursion started in an air conditioned minivan, very comfortable. Our travel master Dinaii ( sorry if I’m misspelling your name) was delightful, knowledgeable, and very pretty. She really took the time to talk to us and explain our coming trip. She said that once we get to the site that we will be escorted by another guide for the museum and actual site. Prior to reaching Delphi we stopped for a photo opt at a wonderful mountain village/town ( I forget the name).. Dinaii took us up a clock tower for a fantastic vantage point.
Once at Delphi she handed us over to Georgia (sorry if I butchered your name!) who was our actual guide at the site. TIP: Make sure you have the exact amounts for the entrance fee for your entire party. Not wise to bring large bills as it will cause delays.
Our guided tour of the museum and site was exceptional. Well worth the trip to educate yourself on the oracles of Apollo.
After the tour was over, Dinaii took us to the most wonderful restaurant with a view and a breeze. The food was fantastic.
All in all a remarkable experience. Just curb your expectations on the long road trip to and back.
Feel the energy of the oracle of Delphi! The Delphi archeological sight was incredible, the museum was informative and the town of Arahova was a very cool highlight.
Such a fun cooking experience. Great food and very informative. You will not leave hungry or thirsty.
This was a wonderful tour. Chevy and Julia (at Delphi) were wonderful guides. It was one of the highlights of my time in Greece
The driver, tour leader, and on site guide were all super! The ride was comfortable and safe. You won’t be disappointed if booking with this operator.
Thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Driver and guide were knowledgeable and very friendly. Lunch was outstanding. Was disappointed that we weren't able to see Tholos of Athena, which is the main picture in the tour add.
I would highly recommend this excursion! It was ia great day trip out of Athens. The guides were incredible and I found the whole experience very enjoyable.
Good way to see Delphi from Athens for the day .comfortable mini bus transfer with guide who was very knowledgeable plus local guide when at Delphi who was an expert on the site and museum .More time at Delphi would help 30 minutes more as there is the site and museum but still great tour run on a tight schedule. Finishes off with lunch at local restaurant then drive back
Wonderful experience. Knowledgeable tour guide. Kept us entertained, informed and engaged. No major issues during the activity. Highly recommend if you like greek history.
Thoroughly informative experience with great guides and driver, a fabulous day. Small number so well worth it
We had an absolutely lovely day in Delphi. Our guide in the Van was Lilly and she was very friendly and organized. Our guide once we got to Delphi was absolutely phenomenal. We learned so many things from her and she made the day so fun. We could tell she loved what she did. We stopped at the most amazing restaurant for lunch that had an awesome view and the food was delicious. It was a great way to see a different part of Greece. That is so conveniently located near Athens. We highly recommend booking this excursion.
It was a fun and educational experience. Visiting Delphi, its museum and a short stop in Arachova was all amazing. The restaurant our guide took us was out of this world!
Overall a great trip, highly recommend!
Amazing! We cannot recommend this experience enough. Delphi is truly an awe inspiring place and our guides helped make that happen. Not only did we enjoy the archeological site, but we got to enjoy a lovely lunch with our guide and driver which made this a more personal experience.
A long bus ride to Delphi. George, our guide at the museum was terrific!
Lunch at a local restaurant was excellent.
Maria, our bus guide was informative and friendly.
Loved the ancient ruins at Delphi.
The order of our tour varied slightly from the website itinerary, which meant we didn’t end up with any free time at Arachova or at Delphi town to stroll around.
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