1st Day:
Depart from Athens arrive in Delphi.
At the foot of mount Parnassus lies the sanctuary of Delphi which was for many centuries the cultural and religious center, and symbol of unity for the Hellenic world. Delphi had the most famous oracle of ancient Greece which was at its peak between the sixth and fourth centuries B.C. The oracles were delivered by Pythia, the priestess and interpreted by the priests of Apollo. Cities rulers and ordinary individuals alike consulted the oracle, expressing their gratitude with great gifts and spreading its fame around the world.
Visit of the archaeological site (Museum not included).
After visits depart to KALAMBAKA crossing the Thessalian Plain, the granary of Greece. After arrival short visit of the village. Dinner & Overnight in KALAMBAKA (D).
2nd Day.
Visit to the most amazing places in Greece, Meteora , meaning suspended in the air. The most important group of monasteries are found here, there are 24monasteries on the rocks. There were no steps and the main access to the monasteries was by means of a net that was hitched over a hook and hoisted up by rope. The rock monasteries have been characterized by UNESCO as a unique phenomenon of cultural heritage.
After visits start the drive back to ATHENS passing through THERMOPYLAE (Photo Stop). This visit sometimes can take place the first day.
Interesting links
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