Meteora – Trikala – Mill of The Elves

Christmas Edition 2024-2025

Christmas Edition is Valid from November 29 to January 5 !

Itinerary/description

Private Pick up : 08:00 (time can change upon request)
Duration : 2 or 3 days (upon request)
Cost : From 940€ (for 2 days)

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

Our Christmas roadtrip starts by heading in central Greece near the town of Kalambaka, where we reach Meteora, meaning suspended in the air which is the main attraction of this tour. A unique phenomenon of cultural heritage as it 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, which still six of them 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

A small pictureusque city on the foothills of Meteora rocks. An amazing place for people who love nature and would like to visit a unique craven ( Theopetra), the only one we 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), making the scientific importance of it very important for the prehistory of all the Hellenic space.

Overnight in Kalambaka

Trikala (duration 90′ – 120′) Second day / First stop

Next day we visit the city of Trikala, which is the capital of the province, built where the ancient city of Trikka used to be. The ancient city was considered to be the birthplace and main residence of Asklepius, the ancient god of medicine. According to the myth, Asklepius had been such a skilled doctor that he could even raise people from the dead. The archaeological site of Asklepieion of Trikka, the Byzantine castle and the old city of Trikala are some of the main sights of the city.

Mill of the Elves Second day / Second stop

The city of Trikala is beautifully decorated during Christmas. Nevertheless the focus and the highlight of all is located here, and is known as the Mill of the elves !!! The most famous Christmas theme park in Greece !!! Over there you have the opportunity to participate in free activities and taste traditional local products !!!Just live it !!!

Overnight in Trikala

Plastira’s Lake (duration 90′ – 120′) Third day / First stop

Our Christmas roadtrip continues to an artificial lake which transform the surrounding area to a beautiful destination. In the area of lake Plastira, visitors have a choice between magnificent walks along the lakeshore, horse riding, archery, cycling, canoeing and more.

Kamena Vourla (duration 30′- 45′) Third day / Second stop

Our Christmas roadtrip arrives at a picturesque small town where you can enjoy your coffee by the sea !!!

Suggestions

Pertouli ski resort

If you are interested in winter sports, a visit to this ski centre is not to be missed.

*All of our private tours can be customized to suit your needs.