8 Historical & Heritage Tours in Preveza Region That You Shouldn't Miss

The monument of Zaloggo is located a short distance from the archaeological site of Kassopi, from where, according to history, 63 women of Sοuli villages fell off the cliff with their children in 1803 dancing, so as not to be captured by the soldiers of Ali Pasha (1788-1822). Acherontas strait and Estuary area is one of the 18 natural sites that have been recognized as the most remarkable in the whole region. In this area the most famous nekromanteion (or oracle of the dead) of the ancient Greek world is spotted which lies near the northwest shores of the Acherousian lake. Homer provides the earliest reference to the necromanteion of Acheron in his Odyssey, when Circe advises Ulysses to meet Teiresias, the blind seer, in the underworld in order to get an oracle for his return to Ithaka.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks, Bottled water, Video & Photos, Lunch break to taste local dishes is paid by the visitor.

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The foundation of Nikopolis is directly associated with a major historical event, Octavian’s victory in the naval battle of Actium against the combined forces of Mark Antony and Cleopatra. It is an event of tremendous historic significance, altering the whole political and cultural context of the time, since it was the last of the civil wars of the Roman Republic, signaling the end of the Roman Republic and the beginning of the Roman Empire. The archaeological site of Nikopolis, covering an area of 900 hectares (approximately 14,000 acres), contains within its boundaries all the key attributes that convey its Outstanding Universal Value, testifying to the urban character of the site and its great importance as a civitas libera, which enjoyed special political and financial privileges and became a major cultural and political centre.

Inclusions: Ferry tickets, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local taxes, Transport by private vehicle, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Professional guide according to options

Exclusions: Museum entrance fees, Drinks

The natural beauty and cultural heritage of Epirus have lured travelers through the ages, yet is still enough uncharted territory to attract even the most sophisticated visitor. Away from the crowds, lost in time, learn what this breathtaking country and its people are really about, in the region of Epirus

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks, Bottled water, Video & Photos

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Epirus. A region in a ring of high mountains by the sunny beaches of the Mediterrannean Sea. A playground for numerous activities, a place for quiet and peaceful vacations, an ideal destination. Less known. Less crowded. Less spoiled. More varied. More friendly. More charming.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Snacks, Bottled water, Video & photos

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Explore the picturesque village of Parga and discover the beautiful island of Paxos at the same day. Swim at the crystal water of Ionian sea and see the small capital Gaios and its beautiful bays.

Inclusions: Hotel Pickup & Drop off, Boat to Paxos

Exclusions: Any food or drinks

Mention the Balkans to anyone and it can conjure up a plethora of images - flashpoint of the First World War, the atrocities of the recent civil war, Tito’s and Hoxha’s Communist dictatorships. Look beyond these clichéd stereotypes on our one week trip through three Western Balkan countries – Albania and Greece. Explore the crossroads of Europe’s East and West mosaic to cultures inherited in millenniums starting from Illyrians (Albanians), Romans, Byzantines, Slavic, and Ottoman inheritance, in fascinating historical cities, as well as some of the best landscapes in Europe. Western Balkan Explorer trip is a unique experience for those people who want to discover, enjoy and learn better those small different countries in language, religion and history, but very similar in habits, traditions, and hospitality.

Inclusions: Hotel: Accommodation 3* hotels on double occupancy in good locations of respective cities/places., Transportation: Air Conditioned modern van/minibus/bus and other transportation listed in itinerary., Breakfast: Daily breakfast. All others meals not listed are at your expense., Guide: Professional bilingual English, speaking tour guide/leader, etc.

Exclusions: Admission/entry Fees., Travel insurance, visa fees. (if applicable), Any charges for additional itinerary are not listed in itinerary., A mandatory service fee for tour guide/bus driver (min. 5-7 Euro /day per person)., Excess baggage charges from Airlines., Personal expenses such as room service, telephone, laundry service charges., Losses or additional expenses., Lunch and Dinner charges. (if applicable), Everything not mentioned in “Inclusions”.

Highlights: Europe Explorer Grand Tour (Ionian Route) is the best possibility for travelers looking for a special experience of Central and Southern Balkans’ culture, nature, history, traditions, multi-ethnicity, multi-religion, etc. It is a specially designed program, carefully constructed, trying to optimize all “must see” places for Albania and Greece. This tour is a real mosaic of Balkan multicultural world as the crossroad of all East-West Europe and Mediterranean civilizations. Important Places to be Visited: Tirana, Durres, Berat, Apollonia, Orikum, Llogara National Park, Vlore, Himare Sarande, Butrint, Parga, Nikopolis, Preveza, Lefkada, Patras, Olimpia, Mystras, Sparta, Mycenae, Corinth, Epidarius, Athens, Delphi, Kalambaka, Meteora, Kastoria, Korce, Pogradec, Lin, Elbasan.

Inclusions: Hotel: Accommodation 3* hotels on double occupancy in good locations of respective cities/places., Transportation: Air Conditioned modern van/minibus/bus and other transportation listed in itinerary., Breakfast: Daily breakfast. All others meals not listed are at your expense., Guide: Professional bilingual English, speaking tour guide/leader, etc.

Exclusions: Admission/entry Fees, Travel insurance, visa fees (if applicable), Any charges for additional itinerary are not listed in itinerary, A mandatory service fee for tour guide/bus driver (min. 5-7 Euro /day per person), Excess baggage charges from Airlines, Personal expenses such as room service, telephone, laundry service charges, Losses or additional expenses, Lunch and Dinner charges (if applicable), Everything not mentioned in “Inclusions”

The natural beauty and cultural heritage of Epirus have lured travelers through the ages, yet is still enough uncharted territory to attract even the most sophisticated visitor. Away from the crowds, lost in time, learn what this breathtaking country and its people are really about, in the region of Epirus.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks, Bottled water

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