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Delphi - God Pans' Mythical Cave Hiking (The Corycian Cave)

Highlights

An exploration of a mythological place, the Corycian Cave, near Delphi. This hike offers easy going moments in nature and is an opportunity to learn all about Greek mythology.


  • Hike through a lush fir forest for about an hour to the Corycian Cave
  • Discover the wild National Park of Mt. Parnassos
  • Visit the mythical cave


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Description

An exploration of a mythological place, the Corycian Cave.


We hike through a lush fir forest for about an hour to the Corycian Cave, also known as Pan’s Cave. Dedicated to the God Pan and the Corycian Nymphs, the cave is known not only for its beauty but also for its ancient myth, proclaiming that the cave was visited by divine spirits. It was formed by underground waters in ancient times. Scientific research showed that the cave was inhabited from the Neolihic era and the abundant finds date back from the Neolithic to the Classical period. The cave is connected to Delphi by an ancient footpath pilgrims use to follow in ancient times. We will follow an uphill forest road connecting Arachova altitude plateau central road to the cave.


DISTANCE: 6 km hiking

ASCEND: 300 m


This hike offers easy going moments in nature and is an opportunity to learn all about Greek mythology.

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Itinerary

Timetable

09:00  Meet in Livadi Arachova Altitude plateau

09:30 - 10:30 Hike to the cave

10:30 - 11:00 Visit the cave / snack break

11:00 - 12:00 Hike back to the starting point


DISTANCE: 6 km hiking

ASCEND: 300 m

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What's Included

  • English speaking Trekking Hellas guide
  • Snack
  • Taxes
  • Liability insurance
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Additional Information

What should I bring with me?

  • Small backpack
  • Hiking shoes (obligatory)
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Hat or beanie, sunglasses, sunblock
  • Your own personal water bottle. As part of our environmental policy and action plan, we are committed to eliminating the use of plastic water bottles.


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