DELPHI & METEORA

DELPHI & METEORA

Highlights

• Delphi archaeological site
• Visit temple of Apollo
• Two Meteora Byzantine Monasteries
• Monument of King Leonidas of Sparta

Description

1st Day: Delphi

Departure for magical Delphi. Famous for its theater and Temple of Apollo and ancient ruins, Delphi was considered the centre of the earth and played a central role in the classical Greek world. Pass by Castalia Spring, visit at the archaeological site the Temple of Apollo famous for its oracle, Athenian Treasure and the Museum of Delphi, with its spectacular finds, including the unique bronze Charioteer, the Naxian Sphinx and the Statue of Antinoos.

In the afternoon after lunch break depart through Central Greece crossing the Thessalian plain to Kalambaka – a small town built at the foot of the majestic grey rocks, and crowded by the Meteora Monasteries. Overnight stay in Kalambaka hotel.

2nd Day: Kalambaka

Leave in the morning for nearby Meteora to visit two different Byzantine monasteries built on top of rock towers and providing fantastic views over the plain. Meteora is included on the UNESCO world heritage monument, and isconsidered one of the most beautiful area of mainland Greece, and its monasteries are one of the country’s most unique attractions. Return to Athens passing by the heroic monument of Leonidas, King of Sparta in Thermopylae.