Day Trips

From Athens: Delphi Day Trip with Virtual Reality Audio Guide, Transfers and Optional Tickets

4.8/5(1,381)

Juan S

Group

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Unforgettable Day Trip to Delphi! Four of us took the day trip to Delphi on Saturday the 18th, and it was absolutely fantastic! The bus ride was very comfortable, but what truly made the experience unforgettable was our tour guide, Julia. From start to finish, Julia explained all the fascinating history of Delphi and the mythology of Apollo in detail. Even though it was quite hot at the archaeological site, her friendly, warm, and engaging personality kept all of us enthusiastic throughout the tour. When we moved on to the museum, her knowledge was incredible—she knew every single detail with impressive accuracy! We took endless photos and notes on the amazing history and archaeology on display. Afterward, we had the opportunity to enjoy a delicious lunch at a traditional local taverna in the village of Delphi. The food was authentic and delicious! Overall, it was a spectacular trip from start to finish. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Greece, and I truly hope to book another experience with them in the future. A huge thank you to the whole team, and especially to Julia for being so friendly, kind, and knowledgeable throughout the entire journey!

Fermin A

Solo

Verified booking

Jul 2026

Alexandra, our guide, was very friendly and attentive throughout the trip. She gave clear instructions to make everything easier, offered recommendations, and often explained things to us in Spanish. The trip went well. Perhaps it would have been better to have a little more time—seeing the Delphi archaeological site takes time, and the museum deserves more time to look at everything carefully; I had to rush through the museum section to stay on schedule.

Johanna S

Solo

Verified booking

Jun 2026

The trip went very well thanks to Aleksandra and the driver, whose name I unfortunately forgot 😅 His driving was more than competent, and I felt safe both on the way there and on the way back. Aleksandra shared several anecdotes with us along the way, checked to make sure everyone was present every time we got back on the bus, and didn’t hesitate to come get us when we were running late. The breaks were pleasant—we were able to hydrate, eat, and use the restroom 😅—and that’s no small thing on such a long trip! As for the excursion itself, it was breathtaking! I have absolutely no regrets about booking this trip. Delphi, with its archaeological site and museum, as well as the little tavern where we had lunch and the viewpoint just before the town of Arachova, were all perfect! Thanks again to both of you for this day 😊

Spend a full day at Delphi without planning stress, as an air-conditioned coach from central Athens takes you there and back in one easy booking.

An expert guide shares stories throughout the journey, supported by multilingual audio while your virtual reality device brings temples, statues, and streets back to life.

Explore the hillside sanctuary of Delphi, from the Temple of Apollo to the ancient theater, and imagine how pilgrims once climbed the Sacred Way.

In the Delphi Archaeological Museum, linger by the Charioteer of Delphi, ancient tripods, and sculpted friezes that trace the sanctuary’s story.

Upgrade to include Delphi site and museum tickets, and a 7-language audio guide.

Site and museum entry tickets and audio guide (as per option selected)

Access to Delphi archaeological site (as per option selected)

Access to Delphi Archaeological Museum (as per option selected)

Pickup from 4 central Athens stops

Round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle

Driver and guide on bus

Virtual reality device

Multilingual commentary in 10 languages

Food and drinks

Not suitable for people with mobility impairments

TOTAL DURATION10 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
Timeline
Map
Start point
4 starting points available
1. Local cafe
15 min
Break time
30 min by a/c bus
2. Delphi Archaeological Site
Tickets included
2 hr 30 min
Visit attraction, Free time to explore & Sightseeing
5 min by a/c bus
3. Traditional village
Free Admission
1 hr 15 min
Break time, Photo stop & Free time to explore
10 min by a/c bus
4. Arachova
Free Admission
15 min
Photo stop
2 hr by a/c bus
End point
4 ending points available
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Juan S
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Unforgettable Day Trip to Delphi! Four of us took the day trip to Delphi on Saturday the 18th, and it was absolutely fantastic! The bus ride was very comfortable, but what truly made the experience unforgettable was our tour guide, Julia. From start to finish, Julia explained all the fascinating history of Delphi and the mythology of Apollo in detail. Even though it was quite hot at the archaeological site, her friendly, warm, and engaging personality kept all of us enthusiastic throughout the tour. When we moved on to the museum, her knowledge was incredible—she knew every single detail with impressive accuracy! We took endless photos and notes on the amazing history and archaeology on display. Afterward, we had the opportunity to enjoy a delicious lunch at a traditional local taverna in the village of Delphi. The food was authentic and delicious! Overall, it was a spectacular trip from start to finish. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Greece, and I truly hope to book another experience with them in the future. A huge thank you to the whole team, and especially to Julia for being so friendly, kind, and knowledgeable throughout the entire journey!
Nataša M
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The tour guide was very nice, he told us a kot of information.
Davide P
Solo
Verified booking
3 days ago
It's very beautiful, and the service was excellent
Johanna S
Solo
Verified booking
Jun 2026
The trip went very well thanks to Aleksandra and the driver, whose name I unfortunately forgot 😅 His driving was more than competent, and I felt safe both on the way there and on the way back. Aleksandra shared several anecdotes with us along the way, checked to make sure everyone was present every time we got back on the bus, and didn’t hesitate to come get us when we were running late. The breaks were pleasant—we were able to hydrate, eat, and use the restroom 😅—and that’s no small thing on such a long trip! As for the excursion itself, it was breathtaking! I have absolutely no regrets about booking this trip. Delphi, with its archaeological site and museum, as well as the little tavern where we had lunch and the viewpoint just before the town of Arachova, were all perfect! Thanks again to both of you for this day 😊
Jose Y
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
It was an incredible experience! We went up to the stadium and then visited the museum! We highly recommend it. Thank you to the guide and the driver for making our trip enjoyable and safe. Greetings from a Spanish couple ❤️

Explore Delphi with Immersive Technology

Visit Delphi, considered the center of the work in ancient Greek mythology, on a day trip from Athens. Once you're picked up from either of the 4 pick-up points from Athens, you'll enjoy a scenic drive across the mainland to Delphi. You'll get a chance to explore the fascinating archaeological site with an engrossing VR audio guide available in 7 languages - English, German, Italian, Spanish, French, Russian and Polish.

The Marvelous Ancient Greek Monuments

Delphi has a number of ancient Greek monuments like the Temple of Apollo and the Temple of Athena Pronaia, among others. You'll also visit the ancient theatre, from where you'll get a spectacular view of the entire sanctuary and the valley below. Imagine the life of Greeks at Tholos, the ancient dining hall, and visit the Delphi Archaeological Museum. As you're taking in the wonders of ancient Greece, you'll stop at the traditional Greek mountain village of Arachova. It is known for its handmade crafts and traditional Greek architecture. Enjoy a delicious lunch, a quick snack, or a bit of shopping here. Once you're done exploring, the comfortable air-conditioned minibus will take you back to Athens and drop you off at one of the points in the city.

What to bring

ID: Bring a valid passport or ID card for verification if requested.

Footwear: Wear comfortable shoes as this is a full-day trip with walking.

Sun protection: Bring sunglasses and a hat to stay comfortable outdoors.

Drinks: Carry water or other drinks, as food and beverages are not included.

Accessibility

Mobility limitations: This experience is not suitable for people with mobility impairments.

What’s not allowed

Pets: Pets are not allowed on this experience.

Additional information

Departure points: Plaka / Melina Mercouri Monument, Greek Parliament, Omonoia Square, and Karaiskaki Square are the 4 central stops.

Departure time Plaka: Be at Plaka / Melina Mercouri Monument by 7:45am.

Departure time Parliament: Be at the Greek Parliament stop by 7:50am.

Departure time Omonoia: Be at Omonoia Square by 8:00am.

Departure time Karaiskaki: Be at Karaiskaki Square by 8:05am.

Meeting sign: Wait at the sign for the SIGHTS OF ATHENS blue hop-on, hop-off buses.

Ticketed option: If you select an option without entry tickets, you must buy Delphi site and museum tickets separately on-site.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.