Private tour to Parnassos national park and Arachova from Athens
Do this because
- Visit Parnassos National Park, enjoy the Springs of Voiotikos Kifisos
- Explore Arachova cosmopolitan village
- Follow incredible off-road routes through dense vegetation
- Savor coffee, tea or juice and have lunch with traditional Greek dishes (meze)
What to expect
On this tour you'll get to visit the wonderful national park of Parnassos and also explore the picturesque village Arachova.
Mount Parnassus is a historical mountain range of central Greece that have always held a great. From mount Parnassus you can also enjoy scenic views of the countryside, and appreciate the unique beauty of the Greek nature.
Continuing on to the beautiful Polydrosos village, you'll have a short walk in the area, visiting ruins of Byzantine church Paleopanagia or Mavromantila, which was built in the 6th-7th century. Next you'll cross villages in the slopes of Parnassos, as you work up an appetite until you arrive at Eptalofos village. There you'll visit a traditional Greek tavern with tasty local Greek dishes (Meze).
After that you'll follow the road through Livadi before you reach the cosmopolitan village of Arachova. In Arachova you'll take in amazing views of the picturesque landscape and discover the region's history and rustic architecture. Arachova makes an ideal scenery for a coffee stop and short walk around the wonderful village.
You may also have the option to alter the route and add Delfoi as a stop instead, before returning to Athens with the best memories and flavors.
Important to know
- The local operator will contact you before the tour via mail to confirm your hotel and pickup time. Please also check your spam folder
- The tour requires a minimum participation of 4 pax in order to operate, or the price of them
- Don't forget your face masks, comfortable shoes, for example trekking shoes or sandals, camera, sun protection, etc. During spring and autumn, it is advised that you bring a jacket
- The trip is not recommended for people suffering from car sickness, having mobility or kinetic or back problems, pregnant women, children younger than 7 years old, people taller than 195 cm or heavier than 130 kg
- Please note that baby seats can't be provided
- Alcohol consumption is not allowed to minors under the age of 18 years old
- The local operator reserves the right to make minor changes in the program when considered necessary, for example, in case of unfavorable weather conditions. This can be done without any prior notice
- If a tour is canceled due to insufficient number of participants or adverse weather conditions, the local operator will refund 100% of the payment
What’s included
Lunch
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Coffee or tea
4x4 tour
Insurance
What’s not included
Alcoholic drinks
Tips (optional)
Soft drinks
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Meeting point:
Pickup and drop off service is available from hotels in Athens (outside the reception) or at the nearest point if car access is not possible, between 08.00 - 08.30am. The local operator will contact you before the tour via mail to confirm your hotel and pickup time.
Provider
Uncharted Escapes
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +1 208-744-6464
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