Breakfast at the hotel and Delphi sightseeing. Visit of the archaeological site and the museum of Delphi, the centre of the earth and symbol of Apollo. Today, it is a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site. The functions of the oracle grew over the centuries to include athletic games, cultural events, most importantly the Pythian games.
The famous oracle of Apollo gave predictions and guidance on important decisions to city-states and individuals from throughout the ancient world. In the 6th century B.C., Delphi was the religious centre and symbol of unity of the ancient Greek world. The Temple of Apollo, the Ancient Theater, the Stadium, the Athenian Treasury, the Gymnasium, the Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia are truly captivating.
Continue to Arachova, s a quaint village sitting on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. Nestled in the heart of nature at an altitude of 950 meters, Arachova boasts a wonderful view of the mountainous landscape. The most interesting sights are the Clock Tower at the entrance of the town and the beautiful church of Agios Georgios.
Continuation to Athens. Upon arrival enjoy the private tour of Athens including Acropolis. The Acropolis of Athens and its monuments are universal symbols of the classical spirit and civilization and form the greatest architectural and artistic complex bequeathed by Greek Antiquity to the world. In the second half of the fifth century BC Athens, following the victory against the Persians and the establishment of democracy, took a leading position amongst the other city-states of the ancient world.
In the age that followed, as thought and art flourished, an exceptional group of artists put into effect the ambitious plans of Athenian statesman Pericles and, under the inspired guidance of the sculptor Pheidias, transformed the rocky hill into a unique monument of thought and the arts. The most important monuments were built during that time: the Parthenon, built by Ictinus, the Erechtheon, the Propylaea, the monumental entr