From Athens: Delphi and Meteora 2-Day Tour with Hotel

From Athens: Delphi and Meteora 2-Day Tour with Hotel

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Learn about the legend of the Oracle of Delphi on a 2-day tour to the ancient sanctuary, departing from Athens. Continue to the stunning rock formations and historic monasteries of Meteora.

Highlights

Visit the archaeological site of Delphi and the Temple of Apollo
Explore the Orthodox monasteries built amongst the rocks of Meteora
Spend the night in the pretty village of Kalabaka
See the monument to the warrior king Leonidas I

Description

Travel back in time on a 2-day tour to the archaeological site of Delphi and the historic Orthodox monasteries built on the rocks of Meteora. Day 1: Depart Athens for the ancient site of the Oracle of Delphi. Travel by air-conditioned coach through the pretty towns and villages of Thebes, Levadia and Arachova on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. Explore the ruins of the ancient sanctuary of Pythia on arrival. Then, continue to Kalabaka for your overnight stay. Day 2: Marvel at the stunning rock formations of Meteora, and visit the monasteries built to serve the monks and nuns following the teachings of the Eastern Orthodox Church. Return to Athens via Trikala and Lamia. Stop at Thermopylae to look at the monument to the Greek warrior king Leonidas I before your arrival in Athens in the early evening.

Includes

Free pick-up from hotels in Athens city center Transportation by luxury, air-conditioned coach with free Wi-Fi Guide Entry fees to Delphi and Meteora Hotel accommodation Meals as per the itinerary
Lunch Drinks Visit to the Delphi Archaeological Museum Accommodation tax. 5 star hotel: 4,00 € per overnight per room. 4 star hotel: 3,00 € per overnight per room. 3 star hotel: 1.50 € per overnight per room

Important Information

In order to enter the monasteries, ladies must wear a long skirt and gentlemen long trousers
From January 1, 2018 there is an accommodation tax which must be paid by guests at the hotel prior to their check-out. 5 star hotel: 4,00 € per overnight per room. 4 star hotel: 3,00 € per overnight per room. 3 star hotel: 1.50 € per overnight per room