Top places for unforgettable trip !

Itinerary/description

Private Pick up : 08:00 (time can change upon request)
Duration : 3 days
Cost : From 1030€

Meteora monasteries (duration 90′ – 120′) First day / First stop

Meteora, meaning suspended in the air, is one of the top places and unique phenomenon of cultural heritage as was characterised by UNESCO. This geological rock formation occurred about 60 millions of years ago in the Paleogene period. A breathtaking landscape of columns of rock accommodate a complex of orthodox monasteries perched on top of the hills, six of which still function today. They were once only accessible using ladders tied together or large nets but nowadays they are accessible by hundreds of staircases and pathways and have many visitors all year round.

Kalambaka (duration 90′ – 120′) First day / Second stop
An amazing place for people who love nature and would like to visit a craven ( Theopetra) which is the only one excavated in Thessaly and in Greece in general. The formation of the limestone of Theopetra is dated back to the Cretaceous period (137.000.000-65.000.000) and the scientific importance of which is very important for the prehistory of all the Hellenic space.

Overnight in Kalambaka

Sightseeing in Thessalonike (duration 60′ – 90′) Second day

A modern metropolis full of history and with a cosmopolitan character is located north of Athens and is the second largest city of Greece. One of the top places of special beauty and charm combining old and modern elements. It is worth visiting the ancient monuments and forum (late 2nd century AD), the Rotunda (a 4th century building), Byzantine monuments, churches, the bathhouse, Heptapyrgion castle and the Ottoman monuments (the White Tower, Mosques, Hammams, Bazesteni). A visitor can also discover its unique character visiting the old town (Ano Polis), Traditional Markets and so on. A vibrant and welcoming city offering delicious food and a rich cultural calendar full of festivals and exhibitions to suit everybody’s tastes.

Overnight in Thessalonike

Archaeological site of Vergina (duration 60′ – 90′) Third day

Vergina is located in Central Macedonia the site of the ancient Aigai (capital of Ancient Macedonia). One of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th century was the royal palace and the location of the tombs of the kings of Macedonia. One of the most significant archaeological museums in Greece, the museum of Vergina was built to house the excavation artifacts from the burials. A World Heritage Site protected by UNESCO with an erormous impact universally make it one of the top places to visit. A visitor can see the tomb of Philip II (father of Alexander the Great), the tomb of the Prince III (probably belonging to the son of Alexander the Great), a Macedonian tomb of a great family as well as two golden urns, two golden wreaths and many more burial artifacts.

Suggestions

Wine tasting in Naoussa

The wine route of Naoussa is considered the most famous in Northern Greece. Take the chance to enjoy a glass of the local red wine in one of its wineries.

Ski resort

There are a few modern ski centres in Northern Greece for those who love winter sports!

Outdoor activities

Hiking on Olympus, the highest mountain in Greece, mushroom hunting, horse riding, are just some of the options you can have from this trip.