The 10 Best Day Trips from in Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia

Meteora private tour from Thessaloniki The Meteora Monasteries - UNESCO World Heritage Site. A geological phenomenon unique in the world. Impressive mysterious monasteries built on huge sandstone cliffs. Originally, access was only possible using winches and rope ladders. It wasn't until 1925 that there were stairs. The Meteora private tour from Thessaloniki is offered with a German and English speaking driver and guide.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Pick up at the property in Thessaloniki, All Fees and Taxes, Liability insurance, 1 small bottle of still water per person, 1 Pastelli per person (Greek traditional sesame bar with honey)

Exclusions: Entrance to the Meteora monasteries (about 3 EUR per monastery), Lunch, Coffee and/or Tea

This is a day trip to Lake Kerkini, one of the 10 most valuable wetland habitats in Greece with about 300 species of birds and rare animals. Among the many species, admire the beautiful flamingos and the magnificent buffalos that walk near you. All these are combined with the wonderful view of Mount Beles and the majestic valley of Serres. You depart to Kerkini Lake by bus at 8:00 AM. You reach the Dam of Kerkini Lake (Lithotopos area) and enjoy bird watching through the lake. The area for horse riding is situated next to the dam and you can enjoy a horse ride as long as the weather permits it. Next, you have a hot cup of coffee and afterwards you make a stop at the farm, just some kilometers away, wihere the impressive buffalos will walk near to you. Later on, you move a bit further to Vironia village and enjoy your lunch in a traditional Greek tavern. You depart to Thessaloniki at about 2:00 PM taking the perimeter road of the west side of the lake.

Inclusions: Round trip bus transportation to the Lake of Kerkini and Vironia village, Air-conditioned vehicle, English-speaking tour escort, Bus transportation insurance

Exclusions: Cost of lunch and coffee, Cost of optional horse riding (€5 per 20 minutes), 1-hour boat ride (€10 per person)

Refresh yourselves in the birthplace of Alexander the Great Imagine yourself in a pool amidst steep rocks, natural waterfalls and wild vegetation. Feel the soothing warmth of the water (37⁰C) taking the strain off your body, and let your eyes wander around the verdant gorge where Agios Nikolaos (Saint Nicholas) stream flows, (aka Thermopotamos meaning "hot river" in Greek). In this Macedonian city, with its welcoming locals, waterfalls and beguiling neighbourhoods, you will live your very own fairytale. Waterfalls within a town? Travel to Macedonia and experience the magic of water. You’ll be charmed by these little miracles sculpted by the Edesseos River. As you wander around, you’ll come to the open-air Water Museum, the only one of its kind in Greece. Here you’ll be introduced to the force that once powered looms and mills of Edessa’s industrial heritage.

Inclusions: After the trip you will receive with email photos and video of your trip., Pick up and drop off service from your hotel in Thessaloniki, Professional chauffeur (English-speaking), Transportation by air-conditioned V.I.P. car or mini van, Bottle of water and coffee during the route (free), WiFi on board

Exclusions: Gratuities (optional), Entrance fees, Guide who speaks your language, Lunch, Coffee, Tea, Refreshments, Drinks or Juice, Snacks

This tour is an all day Meteora experience. Joining this tour you will discover the most important spots in Meteora by visiting three of the oldest monasteries of the region, take amazing photos of their stunning views, walk through narrow old paths and enjoy your lunch at Kastraki posing a nice back-round of the high cliffs.

Inclusions: Snacks, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, WiFi on board, Tablet or Ipad on-board

Exclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Gratuities, Entrance Fees to the monasteries (3 euros per person)

Explore the Mountain of the Olympian Gods and see the top attractions of Pieria in a full day tour. Visit the Archaeological Park of Dion, which is the most important archeological site at Mt Olympus. In the area comprised by the archeological park of Dion Sanctuaries, where found from Hellenistic and Roman periods. Afterwards, at Enipeas ravine discover the original Monastery of Saint Dionysius and walk toward his cave. For the mountain lovers you will be enchanted by the impressive slopes, the lush vegetation, the picturesque wooden bridges and the large waterfall of Enipeas with it's crystal clean running waters. Furthermore, take a stroll in the picturesque village of Palaios Panteleimon, where is also lunch time. Also have a glimpse of the castle of Platamonas with suprime view on Aegean sea and the olympic beach of Katerini.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Snacks

Exclusions: Lunch or Refreshments, Gratuities

Excursion back in history, the culture and the traditional heritage looking upon the Mythical Mountain of the 12 Gods of Olympus! The ancient cultural heritage of the ancient city of Dion is combined with the traditional beauty of the foothills of the Mythical Mount Olympus. We visit the museum and the archaeological site of Dion and we enjoy our lunch in one of the various traditional greek restaurants of the village. Afterwards, we leave for Olympus, the mountain of the 12 gods where we start trekking for about 20’ the path to the Enipeas gorge, an entirely picturesque landscape.

Inclusions: Pick up and drop-off from main locations in Thessaloniki, Bus transportation to all locations, English-speaking trip attendant, Basic travel insurance (during transportation)

Exclusions: Entrance fee to the Archaeological site of Dion (8€ during Summer season - 4€ during Winter season), The guided tour at the archaeological site and the Museum of Dion, Lunch

Refresh your mind and body at the Pozar Thermal Baths and relax in the naturally heated water from the hot springs. Continue to the ancient city of Edessa on a day trip from Thessaloniki. Depart Thessaloniki and journey to the natural hot springs of Pozar Thermal Baths to relax in the healing waters while nature and Mount Voras provide a stunning backdrop. Benefit from the healing properties of water naturally heated to a temperature of 37° Celsius. Known for its amazing taste, the water is said also said to help with conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, skin conditions, poor circulation, respiratory problems and kidney disease, including kidney stones. Enjoy lunch at a pretty village next to Pozar and taste the traditional flavors of Greece. Visit the local market and marvel at the goods on display. Continue to the city of Edessa, famed as the first capital of the ancient kingdom of Macedon. Get some free time to visit the spectacular waterfalls before returning to Thessaloniki.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, English-speaking tour escort, Basic travel insurance

Exclusions: Entry fee for the thermal baths (€2-3 per person), Towel rental (€1.5 per towel), Lunch at the restaurant, Personal expenses

Excursion back in history to the Macedonian Kingdom of Alexander the Great and Philip II. The archaeological treasures of the glorious Macedonian Kingdom of Alexander the Great and his father, Philip II, as detailed by Herodotus, invite you to a unique trip to meet them closely, bringing up in light a piece of the lost prestige of the Ancient Macedonian capital of Aigai. The excursion travels you back to three fundamental periods of the Greek History: the Ancient Greek, the Byzantine and the Modern one. Ancient spirit, tradition and devoutness are revealed against the backdrop of the natural beauty and the view of the Macedonian plain that travels the eye till the end of the horizon. A road trip to the land of ALEXANDER THE GREAT. Don’t miss this experience!

Inclusions: Transportation to and from the Museum of Vergina and Pella., English-speaking trip attendant., Basic travel insurance (during transportation)

Exclusions: The entrance fee to the Museum of Vergina (General entrance fee: 12€) and to the Museum and the archaeological site of Pella (General entrance fee: 8, The cost of the lunch at the restaurant

Live a unique experience with the summer breeze that travels you while being on board to Mount Athos. During the cruise, you can admire eight of the twenty Holy Monasteries of Mt. Athos, situated in the west coast of the peninsula of Athos, in Sithonia bay. The cruise continues to the beautiful island of Ammouliani; the unique inhabited island in Chalkidiki very popular for the crystal-blue water of the sea and the white sand beaches, all of them awarded with the blue flag certification.

Inclusions: Transport to and from Halkidiki – Mount Athos, English-speaking trip attendant, Basic travel insurance (during transport)

Exclusions: Any purchase during the cruise, The ticket for the cruise: Tuesday-Thursday 20€/person Sunday 25€/person

There are few landscapes that excite the travelers as much as a visit to the enchanting Meteora. The gigantic rocks with the breathtaking volume and height, as they sharply arise in the edge of a big flatland, interrupt the smooth landscape like they were unreal, form part of an impressive geological phenomenon that you can’t miss the chance to observe closely. Moreover, the human intervention in this eerie scenery is astonishing: Monasteries built in the highest point of the rocks, seem to hover between earth and sky, between human and divine element. In 1989, Meteora was added in the list of the World Heritage of UNESCO.

Inclusions: Transport to and from Meteora, English speaking excursion attendant, Basic travel insurance (during transport)

Exclusions: The visiting ticket to each monastery, which costs 3 euros per monastery for all visitors except those of Greek nationality and is paid directly at the entrance., The tour of the Meteora monasteries., The cost of the lunch at the restaurant