What to do and see in Thessaloniki Region, Central Macedonia: The Best Bus Tours

Private city tour in Thessaloniki: On our somewhat different city tour in Thessaloniki from the old town to the city center past beautiful UNESCO monuments and Byzantine churches, we also visit Greek markets, local shops, try four or five (depending on the day of the week and time of day) Greek specialties (small snacks) and learn “ real “Greeks who can tell us about their lives in Thessaloniki! Our path also leads us through the quaint streets of Thessaloniki and we learn a lot about the history and culture of the city on the city tour. On request, the Thessaloniki city tour can be combined with Greek specialties with lunch or dinner in an authentic insider tip tavern.

Inclusions: Four or five snacks (depending on the day of the week and the time of day) - Greek specialties, All Fees and Taxes, Liability insurance

Exclusions: Lunch, Bus ticket from Aristotelous Square to the Old Town (1 EUR)

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)

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

This private guided experience is unique for the North of Greece visitors, who are interested to see and hear where Christianity all started in Europe and the rest of the world. It is a must-see attraction when travelling in the Steps of St. Paul. Philippi site is also included in the UNESCO World Heritage list and excavations are still going on in this vast site. The ancient theatre of Philippi is used in summertime for the summer Philippi festival plays and concerts today.

Inclusions: Private certified guide for the whole full-day tour

Exclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, No food or drinks included. Bottled water privided en route., Entrance tickets for sites or museums