After Breakfast, we will drive towards Delphi. Layers of myth and history enhance the natural magnificence of Delphi. It is told that Zeus sent two eagles in opposite directions to determine thefulcrum of all existence. When they met at Delphi, he proclaimed it the “navel of the world”. The Delphic oracle was an important spiritual and religious center from the 6th century BC to the 4th century AD and rewarded the god-fearing with credible, if ambiguous, prophecies. Ancient pilgrimsexpressed their gratitude in the form of dozens of magnificent offerings that came to light during excavations. Like a worshipper in ancient times, you’ll walk up the Sacred Way to the majestic Temple of Apollo, which was decorated by Athenian sculptors. Pythia issued her prophecies from its inner sanctum. The temple is surrounded by monuments dedicated to the ancient Greek city-states, leaders and ordinary people and the whole place still exudes unique energy. Stand before it and look carefully at the ruins. They date from a temple built in 330 BC on the foundations of an earlier Doric temple erected in 505 BC. North of the sanctuary you’ll find the theatre, where music and drama contests were held. Walk even higher and you’ll come to the Stadium, where the Pythian Games took place. Lunch during the visit. On the way back we will make a short stop in the village of Arachova. Overnight in Athens.