Discover Byzantine Greece Tour
04/04/23
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10/10/23
4 Nights / 5 Days
Price from: €549 per person
Visiting :
Thessaloniki - Athos - Peninsula - Pella - Vergina
4 ⭐ Hotels
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 - Thessaloniki
Arrival in Thessaloniki, the largest city of Northern Greece. Transfer to your hotel, and you can rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 - Thessaloniki - City tour with museum
After your breakfast, you will take part in a panoramic tour of Thessaloniki.
This tour visits the distinctive cultural landmarks of Thessaloniki, the Galerius Arch, Rotunda and Saint Sofia, Egnatia and Aristotle’s Square. Our bus will ascend to the Byzantine Castles at the top of the city where another world with endless beauty unfolds. You will also visit the Byzantine Museum, the Church of St. Demetrios and its Crypt and the famous White Tower.
In the afternoon we will continue our exploration of the city centre and we will visit numerous monuments from the Byzantine period.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 - Mount Athos
After breakfast, early departure to the picturesque village of Ouranoupoli to board the ferry for a mini cruise to Mount Athos, the mountainous peninsula in Chalkidiki, the most important centre of Eastern Orthodox monasticism. Mount Athos is home to 20 monasteries under the direct jurisdiction of the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople.
Back to Ouranoupolis, free time. We return to Thessaloniki. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 - Thessaloniki - Pella - Vergina
After breakfast, discover the ancient wonders of Pella and Vergina on our full-day tour.
Begin your journey with a visit to the ancient capital of the Kingdom of Macedonia, Vergina. Here, you'll have the opportunity to visit the Royal Tombs, an archaeological discovery of enormous universal impact and protected by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage. The tombs, which were uncovered by Professor Manolis Andronikos and his associates in 1977, are housed under a modern roof and offer an insight into the ancient kingdom's history.
At the end of the day, we'll return you to Thessaloniki for an overnight stay.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 5 - Transfer to the Airport
Breakfast and morning transfer to the airport.
Tour Details
In addition to the historical and cultural sites, Thessaloniki also offers a vibrant modern city with a bustling centre filled with shops, cafes, and restaurants. The city is known for its delicious street food and local delicacies, such as bougatsa and loukoumades. Take a stroll along the waterfront promenade, known as the "White Tower" and take in the beautiful views of the Thermaic Gulf. Thessaloniki is also a great base for day trips to nearby ancient sites, such as Vergina, the birthplace of Alexander the Great, and the monasteries of Mount Athos. Overall, Thessaloniki offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and modern city life.
>> Departure every Tuesday from April 04th to October 10th
A complete package that includes 4 nights of accommodation with breakfast, transfers and visits.
Highlights:
Thessaloniki (White Tower, Rotonda, Galerian Complex, Ano Poli, Archaeological Museum, Agios Dimitrios)
Athos Peninsula (cruise)
Pella (Archeological Site)
Vergina (the Royal Tombs)
Included in Tour
Your package includes:
Arrival and departure transfers
4 nights accomodation in a 4* hotel with breakfast
Thessaloniki City Tour
Athos Cruise (with transfer)
Pella Vergina Tour
Excluded in Tour
Your package excludes:
City tax
Personal expenses (meals, drinks, tips)
Optional excursions and visits
Entrances
Anything that is not mentioned in the included section
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Discover Byzantine Greece Tour