Delphi

Gaze at Delphi’s Temple of Apollo, considered by ancient Greeks to be the physical and spiritual center of the earth. Following a scenic drive through the Greek countryside, arrive at Delphi, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Perched on the slopes of legendary Mount Parnassus, you’ll find the ruins of the 15th-century BC Temple of Apollo. Learn that ancient Athenians believed unwaveringly that the Oracle of Delphi, also known as the Pythia, was a direct conduit for Apollo’s cryptic, prophetic words. View the Castalian Spring, where a supplicant wishing for answers first purified himself, and the Sacred Way, once lined with statues and treasures. Farther up the hill, you’ll find a well-preserved stadium and an expansive theater with excellent acoustics. Visit the Delphi Archeological Museum to see the Omphalos, a rounded stone indicating the navel of the world, and the stunning 5th-century BC bronze Charioteer, one of the best-known statues from Classical Greece. Journey to the picturesque village of Arachova, nestled at the foot of Mount Parnassus, and conclude your tour with a delicious luncheon of traditional Greek dishes.

• Wear casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable, non-slip walking shoes.
• Bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.