Private tour in Athens Chris P

2 Days Delphi and Meteora Trip from Athens

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Chris P.

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I was born in central Greece in 1972. I live in Athens since 1993 and I have been a licensed professional taxi driver ever since. I have been an exclusive taxi driver up to 1998 when I started cooperating with Athenian Travel Agencies, working under strict schedules and deadlines. In the Olympic Games of 2004, I served as the personal driver of the famous NBC journalist Brian Williams. Since then, I have been cooperating with many other tour sites and agencies, making guided tours in Athens and all around Greece mainland. Regarding my driving, I believe that safety comes first and I make sure that passengers feel comfortable, relaxed and enjoy a tour that can always be adjusted to their needs. As I always like to offer high-quality services, to evolve, and share my expertise with other people, I continuously enrich my knowledge of Greek history that I like so much. I am a friendly, pleasant personality and can discuss with my customers' aspects of contemporary life in Greece, traditions, and habits, to enhance a better understanding of Greek culture. I joined ToursByLocals to offer Athens tours and Greece tours at the mainland. I can guarantee you a memorable lifetime experience during your visit in Athens and Greece overall! I ensure you that after taking the tour, you will love Athens and Greece as much as I do! I am a professional licensed taxi driver for over 25 years in Athens city. I am a professional tour operator and travel agent in Athens-Greece authorized by the national Greek tourism organization. I had been trained by the American Embassy and was a private security driver for NBC American TV channel personnel at the Athens Olympic Games of 2004. I am not a licensed guide and will not be able to guide you inside the historical monuments and museums. I will share with you my knowledge of history, and show you pictures of what you are about to see before you enter each site/museum.

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Overview of your Athens tour

This tour is really magnificent as it combines 2 different "realities-worlds" of antiquity. First the ancient Greek world of the 12 Gods, their belief of the universe center - Delphi which determined their fate, with the wonderful architecture representative of each city-state; its successes and richness. Then the worship of the one and only God of Christianity following Byzantine era, showing man's courage and faith to build those Monasteries at Meteora rocks (meaning that something is just hanging out there hanging from nowhere). Totally different thoughts, architecture, mentality and beauty! In this tour both the routes and destinations are magnifiscent. I like the wonderful landscapes of Helicon mountain at Delphi; it feels like time stops! Also the unique sky scrapping rocky Meteora, that there is no other worldwide! It is very close to my birthplace so I feel a special connection to this area.

Your Athens tour itinerary

Day 1: - Starting our tour from Athens, we reach Battle of Chaeronea Museum to see Chaeronia Lion or Hosios Loukas Monastery - UNESCO's World Heritage Site - Visit Delphi Oracle and Archaeological Museum - Battle of Thermopylae Ground & Museum - Lunch in a traditional Greek restaurant Overnight stay: Meteora (Kalambaka) Day 2: - Meteora Monasteries; St. Nicolaos, Rousanou, Great Meteoro, Varlaam, Agia Triada, St. Stefan (Usually travellers get to visit 3 Monasteries during tour. Proper dress code is required) Each day of the week, 1 of the 6 Monasteries is closed for maintenance. Notes: - This tour is private and therefore subject to changes according to your wish and preferences. - Our typical tour day starts around 8:30- 9:00 am after breakfast and ends around 17:00 in the afternoon. However, I can recommend and drive you to places for dinner or to take a walk and then pick you up to return you to your hotel if you wish.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

Vehicle: Fully air conditioned, non smoking, Luxury, Mercedes Vito Tourer Minivan.

What's included
Other: - English speaking licensed tour driver. Kindly note that as an English-speaking professional driver, I am not a licensed tour guide and therefore not allowed by law to accompany you into the archaeological sites and museums. However, I will be giving you all history, info of what you are about to see and showing you pictures before you enter by yourselves and visit each site/museum. You will have more than enough time at your disposal. I will then be picking you up again to move you to the next site. -Guide's accommodation expenses.
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What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. - Admission fee for archaeological sites - Accommodation for travelers.
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Meeting location

Athens, Greece

Pick up point can be from: Airport, Cruise ship port, hotel / accommodation, bus station, train station. If pickup is from the port or bus, train station, airport, then you will meet me after you collect your luggage, I will be holding a sign with your name written on it.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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Tour categories
History
Architecture
Layover
Tour reference number
379750
Languages
English
Greek
Activity level
High
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
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This private tour is perfect for travellers who are interested in exploring the rich history and culture of ancient Greece and Byzantine Christianity. It's ideal for those who want to visit significant historical sites like the Oracle of Delphi and the Meteora monasteries. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly, and for those who prefer a personalized experience with a local guide like Chris P., who can offer deeper insights into the area.

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