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

Multi-Day Excursions Private Religious & Spiritual Tours

Meteora
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Duration: 2 DAYS - 1 NIGHTS

Language: English

Overview

Unlike most of Europe, Greece’s traditional and rural culture is still very much alive, particularly in its mountain villages. Discover the awe-inspiring sites of Delphi and Meteora, where you will experience one the most spectacular combination of nature, history and culture in the world!

Visit Delphi, ancient Greece’s most sacred site, discover a beautiful abandoned village and watch one of the last tanners of Greece at work.
Reach the top of incredible rock formations to admire the great orthodox monasteries of Meteora, perched on soaring rocky promontories.
Visit a local icon painter from a family of artists linked for generations to the monasteries there and customize an orthodox icon.
Lose yourself in the Forest of the White River, a wonderful mountain wilderness area full of natural beauty.
Explore the flavors of northern Greece with a fun food tour and wine tasting!

What’s Included

Driver
Bottled water
Hotel pick-up and dropoff by airconditioned vehicle
All Fees and Taxes
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Don’t forget to bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, comfortable clothes and hiking or tennis shoes.
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
May be operated, under request by a multi-lingual guide
A moderate amount of walking is involved at both attractions.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 48 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 48 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded
Any changes made less than 48 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

*Learn more about Athens Private Transfers.

What To Expect

Day 1

After a morning departure from Athens, the ancient past meets the present in this spectacular exploration of the breathtaking site of Delphi, navel of the ancient World and oracle of the Gods. Here, you’ll marvel at the ruins of the Temple of Apollo and the Athenian Treasury. You’ll have plenty of time to soak in the magical scenery, after which it’ll be time to visit the Delphi Museum, where some of the finest examples of ancient Greek art are on display – including the world-famous bronze statue of the Charioteer of Delphi.

Then you’ ll head to Amfissa, the regional capital of Phocis, where you’ll stroll through the cobbled streets of the old leather-tanning district. Here, in one of the last remaining tanning workshops in Europe, you’ll see what a tanner’s working life was, almost unchanged from a century ago up to today, and listen to the tanners’ stories – father and son – to understand what life is like today in this part of Greece.

You’ll then enjoy your lunch under the shade of the large plane tree in the town square, where you will taste local delicacies prepared for you by women of the village.

From Amfissa, you’ll then head north across the mainland to continue towards our Meteora tour. You will spend the night in a charming family-run guest house in the pretty village of Kastraki, right under the towering rocks of Meteora.

Day 2- Meteora Tour

Meteora is a stunning natural phenomenon, featuring towering sandstone columns, formed millions of years ago, all pointing heavenward. These remote rocky skyscrapers became dwelling-places for Christian Orthodox monks and, by the 14th century, large monastic communities were flourishing on the summits of many of these rocks. Today, six Meteora monasteries are still functioning, two of which you will visit. You’ll also walk and drive around Meteora, to make sure you soak in the sights and the awe-inspiring landscape before enjoying lunch in a nearby Kalambaka.

After lunch, you’ll visit a local icon painter from a family of artists linked for generations to the monasteries here. In his tiny workshop you’ll have a chance to learn about his art and try out your skills in customizing an orthodox icon to take back home with you!

After this last visit, your 2-day Delphi & Meteora Tour will be reaching its end, and satisfied in body and soul, you’ll be ready for the ride back to Athens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does the tour include?
A: Typically, it includes transportation by air-conditioned vehicle, a professional guide, hotel accommodation (for multi-day tours), entrance fees, and some meals (usually breakfast ).
Q: What will I see in Delphi?
A: In Delphi, you'll visit the ancient Sanctuary of Apollo, the Temple of Apollo, the Athenian Treasury, and the Delphi Archaeological Museum.
Q: What will I see in Meteora?
A: In Meteora, you’ll explore several of the breathtaking cliff-top monasteries, such as the Holy Monastery of Great Meteoron and Varlaam, with stunning views of the landscape.
Q: Are the monasteries open every day?
A: Not all monasteries are open daily; each has its own schedule. Your tour will be planned to visit ones that are open on your tour dates.
Q: Is there a dress code for visiting the monasteries?
A: Yes. Modest clothing is required: long pants for men, and skirts (below the knee) and covered shoulders for women. Some monasteries provide wraps at the entrance.

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