Top 10 Day Trips from in Ioannina Region, Epirus

This tour offers us the ultimate view of the world’s deepest canyon, Vikos canyon. In our path, we’ll meet one of the clearest and coldest rivers of Europe, Voidomatis and well as some spots that provide us with a sublime view of the canyon. The silvery river’s waters, though cold, are surprisingly refreshing for swimming and ideal for rafting in the late spring and summer months..

Inclusions: Local taxes, Driver/guide, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water, Local food tasting, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Early morning departure from the city of Ioannina, by following the national road, north-bound direction, we getting in Zagori area from the village of Perivleptos towards to Dikorfo (1000m) through amazing off road routes, which will get as to the magnificent village of Tsepelovo, (aprx 2h & 30'). After an essential coffee break, we start our sightseeing through the most magnificent old, hand-made, stone bridges in Zagori. Ag. Minas, captain Arkoudas, Kokkori, Kalogeriko, Lazaridi...etc, before we approaching Kipi village & the very well known Mill-bridge. Keep going uphill direction & Monodendri village (1060m), we will have the chance to enjoy breathless the most spectacular view of Vikos gorge, the unique, well known, deepest gorge on earth (..according to Guiness book), from the highest level spot of Oxia. On the way home, after quick visit in the area which called Stone-forest, we will have a tremendous lunch break in Vitsa village, enjoying traditional home- made local recipes.

Inclusions: Lunch in traditional restaurant, Traditional pie from Zagori., Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation

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ZAGORI – A cluster of 46 stone villages, where local stone was transformed into wonderful buildings and streets. Built among the steep slopes of the limestone mountains and the deep river canyons surrounding them, harmoniously blending with them. We begin our daily guided tour from the picturesque valley of west Zagori, passing by Aristi, admiring the evolving landscape in the meantime. We stop at River Voidomatis, one of the cleanest rivers in Europe, where you can plunge into its icy cold water, should you wish to, and then climb to the villages of Papigo. We visit Ovires Rogovo, natural pools in a narrow canyon and then the village of Mikro Papigo. Then we get back to cross a 1,090 m. pass to get to central Zagori in order to have a magnificent view of the Vikos Canyon at its deepest (almost a kilometre). There we have a small snack with traditional pies (like spinach pies , seasonal fruits and local sweets and continue by visiting Dilofo, a village at the centre of Zagori.

Inclusions: Snacks

Exclusions: Doesn’t include any entrance fee or meal in a taverna.

A tour with a 7-seated 4x4 SUV that crosses the beautiful villages of the central and eastern Zagori and combines the breathtaking view of Vikos canyon with the unique stone bridges that used to connect the villages. It surely is a view that reminds us of the “miracles” that can happen by the human and natural cooperation.

Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Lunch, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Private tour, Snacks

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Trip to the Greek mainland from Corfu We will visit traditional villages , Voidomatis river with it's crystal waters coming from Vikos Gorge Crossing by ferry from Corfu to Greek mainland

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, English speaking driver, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Ferry tickets

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Ioannina is one of Northern Greece's most atmospheric cities. It is set on the western shore of the lovely Lake Pamvotis, and framed by the impressive mountain range that turns lilac at sunset. The walls of the old town (Kastro) enclose an atmospheric, tranquil old quarter, and the lakeside area is lined by opulent plane trees that let in dappled afternoon sunlight. Together with jutting minarets, the fantastic fortress and the unique appeal of the island ( To Nisi ), Ioannina makes a beautiful place to visit. Trip takes from 8 to 10 hours according to clients needs. Dodoni archaeological site is one of the most ancient of oracles in Greece. It was dedicated to Zeus. It’ not as well known as other archeological sites in Greece, but it’s a nice place to visit, especially to see one of the best preserved ancient Greek theaters. It was the oldest of the Greek oracles and ancient people traveled great distances in order to consult the priests who foretold the future.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Ferry tickets

Exclusions: Food and drinks

A 13 hours trip  from Corfu starts at 07.30 to Vergina, a modern village, and following the discovery the site was identified as Aigai, the ancient capital of the Macedonian kings, together with its cemetery. Vergina is one of those finds which archaeologists dream about - a well preserved discovery, proven association with a famous historical person, and real treasure! A tumulus measuring about 110m wide by 13m high turned out to cover some tombs. Not just any old tombs, either. One of them was identified as that of Philip II of Macedon, the father of Alexander the Great. Another is thought to belong to Alexander IV, the son of Alexander the Great.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Professional guide

The most beautiful forest in Epirus region. In this national park we can find wild animals, rare species of herbs near to rivers and high pine trees.

Inclusions: Lunch, Snacks, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

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The tour of Tzoumerka might be one of our biggest. Nevertheless, each and every of its many curves offers a breathtaking view of the wild beauty of Tzoumerka and its canyon in which the river Arachthos flows. On our way, we’ll meet the Kipina monastery, the villages Kalarrites and Pramanta, the “Anemotripa” cave and of course the unbelievable beauty of the alpine landscape .

Inclusions: Lunch in traditional reastaurant, All Fees and Taxes, Traditional local pie, Bottled water

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This Papingo – Vikos Gorge One Day tour offers us the ultimate view of the world’s deepest canyon, Vikos canyon. In our path, we’ll meet one of the clearest and coldest rivers of Europe, Voidomatis and well as some spots that provide us with a sublime view of the canyon. The silvery river’s waters, though cold, are surprisingly refreshing for swimming and ideal for rafting in the late spring and summer months.

Inclusions: Lunch, Professional Tour Guide, Transfers from / to your hotel or closest available location, English: All departures, Semi Private - Private option

Exclusions: Any Private Expenses