Tour to Delphi

FULL DAY TOUR TO DELPHI · Duration (ex City Hotels) : Approx. 10 hours· Dress code : Comfortable shoes, sun glasses · Departure : Delphi was considered by the ancients to be the physical and spiritual center of the earth. The shrine of Apollo, set nearly 2,000 feet up on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, exerts today a potent grip on the visitor. Here was the most respected oracle of antiquity. Even the most intelligent individuals who lived during the brilliant civilization of Athens believed implicitly in the responses of the god. These were given by the inspired priestess Pythia and were interpreted, usually with an ambiguous touch, by the priests. Delphi grew fabulously rich with offerings and though the ruins have almost disappeared now, you can admire them and try to picture the sanctuary as it was during its 1,000 years. Zealous Christians initiated the destruction of this holy place and earthquakes added to its destruction. The site is breathtaking and the view from the top, down to the blue waters of the Gulf of Corinth, is spectacular. The drive will take guests by the sacred Castalian spring and close to the ancient site of Apollo's sanctuary. Guests will then walk the sacred way, visiting the treasuries, the place of offerings, the Grand Temple of Apollo and the theater, with its splendid acoustics. The tour continues with a visit to the Museum housing many treasures. Omphalos, which marked the center of the world and the Charioteer, one of the finest pieces surviving from the fifth century B.C.are among the many wonders housed in the museum. Þ Net PER PERSON COST with lunch Euro per person Þ Net PER PERSON COST without lunch Euro per person