Private Tour

Thermopylae The battle of the 300 Spartans & Delphi Day Tour

Overview

Available languages

Greek

English

9 hours 30 minutes

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Live the Legend: Thermopylae & Delphi Tour (300 Spartans & the Oracle!)

Stand where King Leonidas and his 300 Spartans** made their legendary last stand against Persia at Thermopylae—then uncover the secrets of **Apollo’s Oracle** in mystical Delphi. This **exclusive tour** blends **epic history, breathtaking landscapes, and mythical power** into one unforgettable day.

Why This Tour?

✔ Walk in the footsteps of heroes at the Thermopylae battlefield

✔ Unlock Delphi’s mysteries—home of the ancient world’s most powerful oracle

✔ Luxury transport & flexible itinerary

Stand on the Thermopylae battlefield** where 300 Spartans defied an empire

✔ Visit therapeutic hot springs** (just like ancient soldiers did!

Delphi - the navel of the world

At Delphi, you'll:

- Stand before the **Temple of Apollo**, where pilgrims sought divine wisdom

- See the **ancient theater** with breathtaking mountain views

- Explore the **Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia**, Delphi's hidden gem

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Pick-up and drop-off service: Athens Hotel, Airbnb residence or Port

Groups of 1-3 people are transported in luxurious sedan vehicles.

Transportation via modern, first-class private vehicle

Expert English-speaking Tour Drivers with extensive historical knowledge

English-speaking tour driver well-versed in Greek history. not Licensed to accompany you in any site

Small Group Tour can participate 2-5 Passengers with A Luxury Mini Van with capacity up to 8 pax

All vehicles with WiFi, A/C, Bottled Water

Travel Expences Fuel Tolls Included

Groups of 4-7 people are transported in comfortable mini vans.

Entrance fees for all the attractions

Kindly note that gratuities and tips are not included in the price and are left to your discretion.

Optional airport pick-up, available at an additional cost.

Licensed guide to accompany you into archaeological sites

Meal in Delphi - Lunch stops are scheduled, but meal costs are not included.

Archaelogical Site Of Delphi

Archaelogical Site of Thermopylae

Visit Arachova Free

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

Thermopylae

Thermopylae, Thermopylae, Phthiotis Region, Central Greece Thermopylae is a place in Greece where a narrow coastal passage existed in antiquity. The Battle of Thermopylae was fought between an alliance of Greek city states led by King Leonidas of Sparta and the Persian Empire of Xerxes. The Gates of Fire: Deriving from the Hot sulphur Springs and in Greek mythology the cavernous entrances to Hades. The monument of King Leonidas: Erected in 1955 and created by the sculptor Vasos Falireas. The brass sculpture of the Spartan King with his spear and shield is truly amazing. Hotsprings: The baths of Thermopylae could be described as a paradise of healing spas. High end hydrotherapy facilities focusing on balneotherapy not only as a treatment for specific ailments, illnesses and injuries but also to promote general well-being. Of the 60 pending, 34 springs have officially been recognized so far. Gazing out at the now serene valley of Thermopylae, the landscape of Central Greece spread

Admission Not Applicable

Thermopylae Museum

Thermopylae Museum, Thermopylae Greece Thermopylae museum: The innovative museum is dedicated to the 480 BC battle that changed the course of Greek history and western civilization as we know it today. Duration: 30 minutes In antiquity, the pass at Thermopylae, between Mt Kallidromos and the Maliakos Gulf, was the only practical route for large armies to reach southern Greece and thus the site of many a skirmish. The most famous battle occurred in 480 BC, when 300 Spartans under King Leonidas, along with 700 Thespians, delayed the vast army of Xerxes in a legendary last stand, following the betrayal by Ephialtes, who showed the Persians how to outflank the Greek forces.

20 minutes • Admission Not Included

Options

Thermopylae The battle of the 300 Spartans & Delphi Day Tour

Pickup included

Reviews

4.95

80 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great tour! Definitely recommend
Robert A,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a great tour. Nikos was very informative and helpful. He picked us up and dropped us off at our hotel.
Delphi and 300 Tour
557qianaw,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great Tour! Panos was amazing. He was well informed and pleasant. He was a safe driver. Kind and smart. He allowed personal space so we could tour at our own pace.
Relax and explore Delphi
JAC592,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Dimitri was an excellent driver and guide. He shared interesting history, culture, and current life in Greece. We saw many interesting sights and had plenty of time to explore.
Important to realize the...
Dan F,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Important to realize the original battle ground has changed significantly. The museum is good for history but requires a bit of imagination. Delphi is great. Don’t stop before you reach the stadium on top of- best views begin halfway up.
Would recommend
Kayla R,
Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
What a wonderful tour! Clear and prompt hotel pickup with van. Our guide, Panos, reviewed the day prior to leaving Athens. The length of the trip was discussed. Options were given in regards to the length of time in the van and stops. I think there were only 2 items on viator listed itinerary we skipped on (thermopylae museum and getting in hot springs). Loved the open expectations. Panos made the tour for us! He was very knowledgeable about Greek history and all sites during the tour. He answered a lot of our questions regarding topics not covered on the tour as well! We were not rushed and lunch in Arachova was amazing. Delphi was a beautiful site (walk up to top took us about 30mins with taking photos and reading signs) and the monuments at thermopylae were very profound. We toured with a separate couple. It was agreed, Panos had given us the best history lesson, which ultimately made the tour for us!
Knowledgeable driver and amazing views
teneishakt,
Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Christos communicated with us before the pick up answering any questions and making it easy for the initial pickup. Christos is knowledgeable of the history of Greece. He got us to the location safety and in a timely manner. He guided us to a beautiful restaurant where we enjoyed lunch and a breathtaking view. This tour is a highlight of our trip! Thanks Christos.
Beautiful country drive
robertbK6214UC,
Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Driver/guide Chris was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable about the sites we visited, the routes, and the restaurants. Even better—he was a very considerate, nice, and outgoing person. It was great spending the day with him. The only reason I didn’t give this 5 stars was the traffic in and out of Athens. It was so bad that it Transformed a long drive into an obnoxious long drive. But Chris made the best of it, taking some alternate routes on the evening journey that saved some time. A tip for customers scheduling this tour—if you can schedule on a weekend, do so to possibly shorten time driving.
Beautiful tour through the Greek countryside!
Wisewomyn,
Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an unforgettable tour of Thermopylae and Delphi with Alex. The entire experience was both inspiring and incredibly informative—Alex brought history to life with his knowledge and passion. Beyond the sites, we had wonderful conversations with him, and he even shared his favorite family-owned restaurant with us. It turned out to be one of the best meals of our trip! Highly recommend this tour and guide for anyone looking for both depth and authentic local experiences.
NOT a private tour, even if the description says it is
Lara B,
Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
I want to start by saying our driver/guide Chris was amazing, and this review is not a reflection of our experience with him. We searched for a private tour, including both Delphi and Thermopylae. We booked in July, for our Sept trip. We chose this tour, because of the itinerary: 3 historical sites, 2 museums and hot springs. We booked under a listing describing a private experience including "Only your group will participate", "This Private tour offers the most personalized way to see the sights", etc. The day before the booking we received a text asking to change the start time from 9am to 8 (due to concerns of museums closing early on Sundays). We agreed, and met the driver the next day. When we walked outside to the van, we were surprised that others were in the vehicle, but didn't initially say anything because we've experienced pickups leading to tour facilities before dividing into our private tours elsewhere. After realizing that we were in fact NOT on a private tour, I messaged the company. I didn't receive a response until hours later after I WhatsApp messaged the person who asked to change our tour's start time the day before. Turns out, the other couple also booked a private tour and had also messaged the tour company before we had spoked to them about it out of the car. The representative attempted to gaslight me into saying I didn't actually book a private tour, that they didn't even offer them, and a private tour would be way more money. Luckily I had screenshots of the booking description, as well as reviews about previously booked private tours. We did get a refund, but didn't receive the experience we booked. We didn't even go to the Thermopylae Museum and felt we couldn't swim at the hot springs because the other couple had no interest in participating at all. TLDR: We booked a private tour, got a small group tour instead. Company was rude & argued about what I booked despite having screenshots of the booking saying private experience.
Very good trip with a reliable, kind and knowledgeable driver
marywX9105DW,
Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Lovely day out with Ioannis. Went to Thermopylae and Delphi, he made our trip very interesting adding information about places of interest as we went along. Picked us a nice place for lunch and was happy to accommodate us .