Private tour in Delphi Ioannis M
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Dear visitor, my name is Ioannis and I am a licensed tour guide based in Aliki, Boeotia. I have studied History and Archaeology in the University of Athens, where I was the valedictorian of my class, graduating with a 1st class honours degree. During my studies, I have also received two awards from the Greek State Scholarships Foundation for being 1st of my class. After my graduation, I continued my studies, obtaining a Master's degree in Modern History from the University College London (UCL) and an MA in Cultural Management from Panteio University. After working for a while as a teacher, I decided to retrain myself as a tour guide and here I am! I specialize in private tours of Delphi and the surrounding Boeotian region, sharing its rich history, mythology, and hidden gems with visitors from all over the world. I am offering tours in English, French and Greek. I would love to talk to you about Greek history and culture! For me, guiding in Delphi and Boeotia is like walking through the pages of Greek history and mythology. From the world-famous Oracle of Apollo to the lesser-known ancient cities of Boeotia, every tour is a journey through time and stories that still captivate the imagination today. I am also available for nature tours if you want to explore the wilderness! I am generally a friendly, relaxed and easy going person, who loves talking about history and culture. I am also an artistic person who loves photography and film making. I have actually graduated from the Focus School of Photography in Athens and I am currently preparing some photo tours as well! I have lived abroad and I have travelled a lot, something that made me realize that every culture is unique and deserves respect. Thus, I'd love to learn from you, as much as you are going to learn from me. Come with me and let's begin our journey to one of Greece's most beautiful areas! All my tours can be customized, please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Tour Guide License - Issued by the Ministry of Tourism (9/2013) Driver's License - Issued by Ministry of Transports and Communications (7/2002) I am also a photography graduate I am not a professional driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver
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Delphi is renowned as the greatest oracle of the ancient world. This sacred sanctuary was dedicated to Apollo, the son of Zeus and the serene god of light, order, and the arts in ancient Greece. It's situated on the steep slopes of Mount Parnassus, in a dreamy location with a breathtaking view of a canyon and a sacred valley covered with numerous olive trees. Delphi was the residence of Pythia, the famous priestess of Apollo, whose oracles heavily influenced the history of ancient Greece. The Ancient Greeks believed that the Oracle was at the center of the world, referring to it as 'the navel of the Earth. ' Thousands of people from all over the world visited the site to seek prophecies, sometimes waiting for months. Join me, and let's explore Delphi together, tracing the footsteps of the ancient pilgrims!
Ioannis was a great tour guide. He brought Delphi to life with his pictures and video. He had a good grasp of English and explained the historical and mythological elements of Delphi thoroughly. He answered all of our questions and set a nice pace. He also had some great suggestions for where to take photos. We would definitely recommend a tour with Ioannis.
This was a really interesting tour delivered by Ioannis who clearly knows so much about the history and mythology of the site. We started at the museum which was definitely the correct way to see the site - there are so many wonderful exhibits and Ioannis described them so well and brought them to life. The descriptions were clear, thoughtful and often amusing. Then walking round the site was so much more meaningful, and what a marvellous site Delphi is. It is hard to imagine a better tour - it was that good! If you’re going to Delphi make sure you meet up with Ioannis.
Outstanding tour with Ioannis. He was a font of knowledge about Delphi, Greek history and the area in general. He led on a tour of museum, explaining each room and the major sites/themes within. We then walked up the hill to the historic sites, and he explained exactly what we were seeing, and what we would have seen when the site was fully occupied. He really brought the past to life--and pointed out the best picture spots! Ask him to tell you about how Aesop met his end at Delphi! Would definitely tour with Ioannis again.
A solid, thorough introduction to Delphi and the surrounding area. He is very knowledgeable, and thoughtful as he accommodated the different physical capabilities of our family group.
Ionnis is an outstanding guide. He is very knowledgeable and able to make Delphi come to life. He answered every question we raised, and his initial tour of the museum before climbing the hill was very helpful. We recommend him highly.
Very happy with our private tour with Ioannis. We selected him based on his credentials in history and archeology and he was both knowledgeable and pleasant as our private guide.
- We will meet at your hotel in Delphi - Our first destination is the archaeological museum, where we'll explore the renowned exhibits together. Highlights include the Kouroi of Argos, sculptures from the Treasury of Sifnos, the Silver Bull, and the famous bronze Charioteer. - Following our museum visit, we'll take a stroll to the archaeological site. Together, we'll explore the Treasuries, the Temple of Apollo, and the ancient Greek theater of Delphi. For the adventurous, there's an option to walk uphill to reach the stadium. - Our final stop will be back in Delphi, concluding our tour.
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My car (Toyota Yaris with AC) (The site is just 4 minutes from the village of Delphi)
Delphi, 330 54, Greece
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