Thermopylae, Meteora and Delphi Private Full Day Tour
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Athens, Greece
- 14 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Maximize your time and avoid the complexity of coordinating buses and schedules with this private tour covering three of Greece’s most iconic sites in one seamless journey. Travel comfortably from Athens to Thermopylae, Delphi, and Meteora, with the flexibility to explore each at your own pace. With transportation and a traditional taverna dinner included, this experience simplifies logistics while delivering a rich, stress-free cultural deep dive.
- Visit Thermopylae, Meteora, and Delphi in one day
- Private driving tour avoids public transport delays
- Snacks, drinks, and dinner included for added value
- Round-trip Athens transfers in a Mercedes-Benz vehicle
What's Included
- DinnerThe lunch/Dinner includes The Famous MOUSSAKA !!,one Greek Salad,tzatziki, & 1 soft drink or 1 Beer or 1 glass of wine PER PERSON.The restaurant is owned by the tour operator and based in a local area
- Unlimited Snacks/Soft Drinks
- Mercedes Benz Luxury Vehicle
- Premium chauffeur offering local guiding services (not licensed to guide inside monuments).
- Baklava with Ice Cream per Person
- Liability insurance per person
- Handmade Statuette (souvenir)
- Admission Fee - Delphi/Archaeological Site€12.00 per person
- Entrance fee - Roussanou€5.00 per person
- Entrance fee - Varlaam€5.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
For 1-4 passengers the tour will be provided with a Mercedes Benz Eclass. For 5-8 travellers the tour will be provided with a Mercedes Benz Minivan.For 9-20 passengers the tour will be provided with a Mercedes Benz Sprinter. We can pick up customers from where ever they want inside in the region of Athens,Airbnb,hotels,metro stations,bus stations,apartments.We just need after the booking a short communication to agree the pickup point. b) The pick up point can be Also from the Cruise Terminal or the Ath Int Airport.Please provide to us as soon as possible details like Name of the ship / airline , arrival time and number of flight.Please also provide us any other details you need about your pick up. c) If there is a Strike in The city Center or a special event that effects the tour,the tour may change start time or ITINERARY under the instructions of the operator and the agreement of the customer d) Please provide as much as possible contact details to the operator even after the booking e) Please mention to the operator if there are Health restrictions f) If the booking will start from Ath Int Airport the time of the tour start to count from the pickup of the customer,so do not stress your self in cases of Delay of flights g) If the tour is combined with a transfer the Maximum Luggage ( american size 32kl) can be no more than 3 and the start time of the tour starts at the time of the first pickup eg :( There is a customer that buys a tour starting from Cruise terminal but first he/she wants to be transferred to his Hotel to do the check in and then to start the tour. ) if the customer wants extra services than the ones that paid for,the operator will charge him extra and the payment will be done to the driver in cash or credit card.pick up from wherever they want inside the region of Athens.
Itinerary
1
Battlefield of Thermopylae
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Roussanou Monastery
3 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
3
Delphi
2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
4
Distomo Massacre Memorial
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Theodores Grill Corner
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- For 1-4 passengers the tour will be provided with a Mercedes Benz Eclass. For 5-8 travellers the tour will be provided with a Mercedes Benz Minivan.For 9-20 passengers the tour will be provided with a Mercedes Benz Sprinter.
- We can pick our customers up from wherever they want inside the region of Athens.
- If the pick up is from the Airport or from the cruise dock please provide all the details to the operator after from the pickup.
- If there is a Strike in The city Center or a special event that effects the tour,the tour may change start time or ITINERARY under the instructions of the operator and the agreement of the customer
- Please provide as much as possible contact details to the operator even after the booking
- If the booking will start from Ath Int Airport the time of the tour start to count fro the pickup of the customer,so do not stress your self in cases of Delay of flights.
- If the tour is combined with a transfer the Maximum Luggage ( american size 32kl) can be no more than 3 and the start time of the tour starts at the time of the first pickup eg :( There is a customer that buys a tour starting from Cruise terminal but first he/she wants to be transferred to his Hotel to do the check in and then to start the tour. ) if the customer wants extra services than the ones that paid for,the operator will charge him extra and the payment will be done to the driver in cash or credit card.
- ***Mercedes-Benz vehicles (Sedan, Minivan, SUV, Bus-depending on availability)***
- If you have any personal Health restrictions please provide them to the operator after from the booking.
- 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
4.9
based on 246 reviews
waynefisher, May 2026
Would definitely recommend this Private Tour. Marselo was knowledgeable about Ancient Greek History. Tour was suited to our needs.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hello Wayne,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your private tour and that Marselo’s knowledge of Ancient Greek history helped make the experience so meaningful. It is great to know the tour was tailored to your needs. We truly appreciate your kind recommendation and hope to welcome you again in the future.
Robert_J, May 2026
Great way to see a lot in a short amount of time. Paddy was a great guide. Good dinner at the end. Some snacks provided but no other meals that dinner.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hello Robert,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel.
We are delighted to hear that you had a great experience exploring Athens with Paddy and that his guidance helped you make the most of your time in the city. It is also wonderful to know you enjoyed the dinner at the end of your tour. We appreciate your feedback regarding the refreshments and will certainly take it into consideration as we continue to improve our guest experience. Thank you again for your kind words and recommendation.
Bonita_W, Apr 2026
Ted is an encyclopedia of Greek history and an entertaining story teller. He is the perfect tour guide- professional, funny, and kind. Delphi has a lot of steps/elevation but the theater and views are beautiful! Meteora looks like another planet- the Valaam monastery is gorgeous. Great experience to hit some important archeological sites all in one day!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hello there,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel!
We’re so glad you enjoyed your tour and that Ted made it both fun and informative. Delphi and Meteora truly are breathtaking, and it’s great to hear you had such a memorable experience exploring these incredible sites.
We hope to see you again soon!
Michael_K, Apr 2026
This tour gives you a look at the part of Greece that is more than beaches. There is so much history in this country and this tour opens your eyes as to the extent.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hello Michael,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel!
We’re so glad you enjoyed discovering a deeper side of Greece beyond the beaches. It’s wonderful to hear the tour helped highlight the rich history of this beautiful country.
We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again soon!
Richard_L, Apr 2026
Our driver Ozzie was amazing. He picked my wife and I up from our hotel at 6 am in a Mercedes sedan that was very large and comfortable. Shortly out of Athens he stopped and we got some coffee and food. Ozzy was a great tour guide and made the tour 14 hours fly by. we ended the tour with some good Greek food before being dropped off at our hotel. This is the best way to see all three sites in one day and we highly recommend it and Ozzy.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hello Richard,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel.
We truly appreciate your wonderful review and are delighted to hear you had such an amazing experience with Ozzie. It’s great to know that the comfortable Mercedes, the coffee stop, his guiding throughout the day, and the Greek meal at the end all made your 14-hour tour enjoyable and memorable.
Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again soon!
Annette_B, Mar 2026
Excellent overall. I look back on it with such pleasure. Very glad we left Athens early.
We bought a super breakfast at Arachova from a local high quality bakery on the way.
Delphi was beautiful. Museum first, the site after that. We had two hours in total, which was fine. Make sure to have enough time left after visiting the museum as you want to climb up to the theatre and to the stadium. I think you need 1.15 hrs for outside.
On to Meteora. We visited Varlaam, absolutely beautiful, special memories, many really good quality souvenirs in the shop, a fantastic selection. We were lucky there was time to briefly visit a second monastery. The landscape is stunning.
I was so lucky with my wonderful travel companions too. Luxury mini Mercedes Bus. On to Thermopylae, very interesting.
Our wonderful travel guide and our chauffeur invited us to their Athens’ restaurant, which was included in the price of the trip, the owner was most hospitable and served gorgeous food in abundance. I was dropped off at the pickup location. A truly remarkable day.
I always make sure to have cat food with me, as, although most cats are looked after, there will be cats that need your attention.
Birju_P, Mar 2026
Great day trip with lots to see. Our guide Paddy was top notch. Highly recommend. Meteora is absolutely wonderful to see.
Dan_M, Feb 2026
Absolutely great experience with Ted. I learned more from my trip with him than from the museums. He was polite, efficient and extremely knowledgeable about every location. This trip is well worth the money for anyone who wants to really explore Greece.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Hello Dan,
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a great experience with Ted and that his knowledge and professionalism made your trip so memorable.
It’s wonderful to know you found the experience so enriching and worthwhile. We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation.
Anoop_K, Feb 2026
We traveled with our 3-year-old, and Ted immediately put us at ease. He was warm, patient, and incredibly attentive, making sure we were comfortable every step of the way.
Since the places are spread quite far apart, getting to them could have felt long and tiring—especially with a young child. Instead, Ted made the journey engaging and memorable by sharing captivating stories about the history, culture, and significance of each place. His storytelling truly brought the sites to life and kept us all interested throughout.
We are so grateful for this experience. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime trip, and Ted played a huge role in making it so special and meaningful for our family.
jennifer_c, Feb 2026
Isaac arrived on time and the car was very clean. He has super English
Isaac was enthusiastic in sharing his country’s history as well as the many mythological stories
We enjoyed the long day of driving as it was nice to experience Greece outside of the bustle of Athens
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Hello Jennifer,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel. It is a pleasure for us that Isaac made your trip satisfactory. Hoping to see you soon again.
Lori_O, Feb 2026
This is a fantastic tour! It is the best because you get to see all these amazing places in one day. Ozzy was a great driver and very knowledgeable about Greek history and how to see the most in the time we had. I highly recommend this tour
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Hello Lori,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel. We are so glad to know you had a fantastic tour with Ozzy, who made your trip informative. Hoping to see you soon again.
Roya_N, Jan 2026
We had an absolutely wonderful experience touring Meteora and Delphi, and much of that was thanks to our fantastic guide, George. He was incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about Greek history and culture. George explained everything clearly and brought the ancient sites to life with fascinating stories and insights that made the experience truly memorable.
He was also very organized, patient, and attentive to everyone in the group, making sure we were comfortable and had enough time to enjoy each location. His friendly personality and sense of humor made the long day enjoyable and relaxed.
We couldn’t have asked for a better guide—George truly enhanced our visit to both Meteora and Delphi.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Hello Roya,
Thank you for your review and sharing your experience. We are delighted to learn that George made your trip incredible. Hoping to see you soon again.
Andrew_J, Dec 2025
Busy day, especially with multiple road closures due to the farm strike. It meant we didn’t have time to visit both the museum and the ruins at Delphi (only one or the other), nor go in any of the monasteries. But it was exactly what we wanted out of a long day. Dallas, our local guide, was knowledgeable and kind.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Hello Andrew,
Thank you for your review. It is a pleasure Dallas was able to make your trip unforgettable. Hoping to see you soon again.
Ysabella_B, Dec 2025
This was an incredible day! We debated doing a 2 day or one day tour and given our limited time in Greece on this trip, the one day tour was perfect for us. Our driver was incredibly knowledgeable about Greek history and prepared us for everything we would see on the tour. We highly recommend Paddy. Chelsea and Meteora are both must see places in Greece and we are so glad to have had this opportunity.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Hello there,
Thank you for your review. We are pleased Paddy made everything worth visiting Athens. Hoping to see you soon again.
Tiffany_R, Dec 2025
We loved our day trip from Athens! George went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed throughout the day. The van was comfortable and as advertised. The farmers had closed the highway, making it difficult to reach our destinations and adding travel time to our itinerary. George made sure we saw all of our destinations! I would highly recommend this tour. Keep in mind that the highway closure did double the travel time expected. We felt like it was still worth seeing.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Hello Tiffany,
Thank you for your review. We are glad George made it easy for you, giving you an incredible experience. Hoping to see you soon again.
PAMELA_R, Dec 2025
It was a long day (the staff at our hotel were amazed--and skeptical--that the trip could be done), but it was not exhausting. We had plenty of time to see everything at each spectacular site, and our wonderful guide, Sebastian, filled the driving time with fascinating information about the history and culture of each. Just when we thought the day couldn't get any better, we had an amazing meal at To Vnoi. This experience is not to be missed!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Hello Pamela,
Thank you for your review. We are pleased to know Sebastian made your trip wonderful. Hoping to see you soon again.
Joanna_L, Nov 2025
This was the most amazing day at our Athens location. Meteora was breathtaking and worth the early morning pick-up for an entire day adventure. Sebastian was wonderful as a private guide, he made it easy to see all the sites and was very knowledgeable at all our stops. Dinner was great way to end the day.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Hello Joannna,
Thank you for your review. It was a pleasure to have you in Athens and serve you. We are so glad you had a wonderful experience with Sebastian. Hoping to see you soon again.
Anton_S, Oct 2025
I have been contacted by travel coordinator and got informed that due to not having enough participants, this tour has been cancelled and I will receive an confirmation and refund. That happened a day before my tour so I couldn't find a new one. And I haven't received a cancellation information from viator.
Belinda_M, Oct 2025
Dallas was a great driver and guide on a rainy, foggy day. We didn’t see as much as we would have liked but that was weather driven, not the tour. I received a message the day before to confirm logistics and Dallas was early to pick us up for the tour. Dallas took care to drop us off at points close to entrances due to the rain and was close by for pickup with umbrella ready.
Of the attractions visited, Thermopylae was the least impressive. The statue of Leonidas and a sign indicating a field as the archeological site was all there was to mark the battlegrounds. We were actually able to drive through the site and there were a few campers on-site as well.
Meteora and Delphi were more impressive, even in the rain and fog. My two cents for others - skip Thermopylae and spend more time at the other two sites.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hi Belinda,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel. We are so pleased to know how Dallas made your trip great and safe. Hoping to see you soon again.
Denis_W, Aug 2025
Meteora was gorgeous, Delphi was amazing, and Dallas was an awesome guide! He was punctual, a great driver, and extremely knowledgeable about any and all sites & history. We highly recommend both the tour and him!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Hi Denis,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel. Thanks for your feedback! I'm glad to hear that Dallas made your day special with his punctual, great driving skills and deep knowledge. Thanks for sharing your recommendation. Hoping to see you again soon.
Adamantia_P, Aug 2025
Ted picked us up at our AirBNB on time and communicated well leading up to our adventure. His knowledge of the city and all sites was impeccable. He brought water and chips to snack on. If you are older or require other types of snacks, let your guide know I advanced, they will accommodate. Restrooms all along the drive, just ask them. Our guide Ted was always asking us if we needed to stop. He wanted us to be as comfortable as possible. We were fine with what we had and the ride was beautiful. Ted even made the drive out of the city look easy. Lol. The water they provided was a necessity with the temps.
Starting out, Ted made it a point to go to the closest point of journey (made for an amazing early morning hike) cinsidering the sun was not quite blazing. Delphi: Very inexpensive to enter, and cost included the Delphi ruins and Museum. GREAT morning shots of the valley with the sun coming up. Once the sun started moving completely overhead, it was time to go.
Meteora: The best part of the trip. We couldn't visit them all, but we wemt to St. Stephen's Monestary. Lots of steps and walking. I am scared of heights but the safety and security of the site and the stairs going up, made for an easier trek. It does get busy, but everyone was considerate of one another. Ted drove us to the entrance and stayed with the car. He gave us just under 2 hrs to walk the steps up to the Monsetary and see all it had to offer. Fantastic journey!
Thermopylae: Seeing the geographical location of where the King Leonidas and the Spartans fought Xerxes and his Army, added so much context to the historic event. Note: there isn't a lot other than a few memorial markers, but is the fact that the battle was THERE... and the orientation of this site to the water (or how much is has receded) is insane! Not a long stop, but absolutely worth the stop.
We made it back to the city where we enjoyed the meal prepared, of Gyros (pork and chicke), Greek salad, dollars, and Greek beer. Delicious!!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Hi Adama,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel. We are so pleased to know how Ted made your trip beautiful and comfortable. Hoping to see you soon again.
Christine_B, Aug 2025
A soulful journey into deep history. I think a must do for all travelers to Athens. Mike was very knowledgeable, passionate, courteous and respectful. Thank you for the wonderful unforgettable memories.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Hi Christine,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel. We are so pleased to know you had a great time besides Mike who made your trip soulful with his deep knowledge, passion and respect. Hoping to see you soon again.
Allison_N, Aug 2025
Very informative and great knowledge of the area. We had a last minute chance of plans because of a sprained ankle and they accommodated our needs. Great driver!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Hi Allison,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel. We are so pleased to know you had a satisfying trip. Hoping to see you soon again.
Anne_G, Jul 2025
Long day but we had a great driver. We started in Meteora and that place is incredible. Lots of photo stops and then we selected one monastery to visit. It was gorgeous and the views were spectacular. The art in the chapel was breathtaking. Then we rode to Thermopylae. This is nothing impressive. They are building a museum but it’s just a field now and not really worth a stop. But then we went to Delphi and that was awesome. Great museum and then climbing through the ruins was magical. Our driver was patient and gave us insight along the way. The company reached out a few days ahead and we upgraded from a sedan to a small van. Great decision since the day is long. We stopped for breakfast and lunch on our own but a delicious Greek dinner with drinks was included. Food was bountiful and we enjoyed every minute of our 12-14 hour day. I hesitated because of how long it was but in the end I’m glad we went.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Hi Anne,
Thank you for choosing Theodoros's Travel. We are so pleased to know how your travel guide made your trip great and patient. Hoping to see you soon again.
Gary_B, Jul 2025
Wonderful trip
Very long day but Ozzy (our driver) made it enjoyable and easy
He was knowledgeable and very easy to make adjustments due to our limitations
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Hi Gary,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel. We are so pleased to know you had a great time besides Ozzy who made your trip wonderful with his knowledge. Hoping to see you soon again.
Stacy_F, Jun 2025
Wow! Just wow! Delphi and Meteora were absolutely amazing! Well worth the long day. I cannot wait to see what Greece does to make Thermopylae and majestic stop.
Paddy was an absolutely wonderful tour guide. His knowledge of the history was unbelievable. His van was stocked with all the drinks we could ever need and snacks.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Hi Stacy,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel. We are so pleased to know you had a great time besides Paddy who made your trip wonderful. Hoping to see you soon again.
Matthew_D, Jun 2025
This is an excellent tour to see multiple sights in the same day! Sebastian was an excellent driver and was very knowledgeable about the sights and where to stop for the best photos. Meteora is an incredible sight not to be missed! We very much appreciated this tour combining multiple sights (Meteora, Thermopylae, Delphi) into one day as they are a couple hours apart, so not easy to see without a tour like this one. We would recommend this tour to others who want to see these sights and maximize their time in Greece!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Hi Matthew,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel. Thanks for your feedback! I'm glad to hear that Sebastian made your day special with his excellent driving skills and knowledge. Thanks for sharing your recommendation. Hoping to see you again soon.
Jon_D, May 2025
Fantastic guided tour of Meteora, Thermopylae and Delphi. Picked us up on time at our lodging. Safe driver in a well equipped Mercedes sedan. Extremely knowledgeable guide. Personable and likeable. Wrapped up tour with a meal at a nice restaurant in Athens. Dropped us off at our lodging at the end.
Response from Host, May 2025
Hi Jon,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel. We are so pleased to know you had a fantastic trip. Hoping to see you soon again.
Sheryl_B, May 2025
Victor was AMAZING!! Very knowledgeable, kind, and generous. Would recommend this tour to anyone. Glad we booked.
Response from Host, May 2025
Hi Sheryl,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel. Thanks for your feedback! I'm glad to hear that Victor made your day special with his deep knowledge, kindness and generous. Thanks for sharing your recommendation. Hoping to see you again soon.
Loren_M, May 2025
I recommend this tour for anyone that wants to see the inland sights but have a limited time.
Our driver and guide was Stathis. He was absolutely amazing I give the tour 5 stars I Give Stathis 10 stars! He greeted us very promptly at 6am outside the front of the hotel. The car was very nice and clean. Stathis asked about breakfast being so early, hotel breakfast had not opened yet, so he recommended a bakery on the way for quick coffee and pastries. I don’t remember the name of the bakery but it was amazing. Stathis was extremely attentive to all of our needs on the way to Meteora, the first stop. On the way he gave us the history of the area and monasteries. When we made it to the first monastery, I had completely forgot to bring Euros with me. I had credit card and US dollars. The Monasteries only take Euros, Stathis saved our butts by fronting us his own cash to get for entry.
Our second stop was Thermopylae. Stathis gave us the whole history of the final battle of the 300 Spartans with visual printouts. (Talk about being prepared and professional!) Stathis volunteered to take several pictures of my wife and I throughout the trip. He never let us struggle with the selfies.
Our next stop was to Delphi. Stathis noticed that I had a real liking of King Leonidas. When on our way to Delphi, he made sure to explain the importance of the city to the history of Greece and King Leonidas. At the end of Delphi, Stathis brought me to the spring that Leonidas drank from before the war with the Persians.
It was so nice to see recognize your interest and incorporate them into the tour.
The dinner at the end was also an A+. All you can eat. I felt like I was at my grandma’s house being fed. Everything tasted great and every time we almost finished a plate it got refilled immediately.
From start to finish this tour ended up being about 13-14 hours.
Response from Host, May 2025
Hi Loren,
Thank you for choosing Theodores Travel. Thanks for your feedback! I'm glad to hear that Stathis made your day special with his clean, attentive and vast knowledge of Greek history.. Thanks for sharing your recommendation. Hoping to see you again soon.
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