14-Day Northern Greece Road Trip with Zagori Villages and Aegae

14 Days Duration

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About This Tour

Explore Northern Greece on a 14-day road trip from Thessaloniki to Ioannina, uncovering the royal tombs of Aegae, studying Byzantine heritage in Veria and Kasto...

Duration: 14 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Ioannina, Thessaloniki, Veria, Vergina, Kastoria, Vikos–Aoös National Park · Languages: English, Spanish

Know before you go: This tour is provided during the off-season period from September 1 until March 17 of the following year. Travel during this period is recommended to avoid heat and crowds while ensuring all attractions remain open. It is especially suitable for elderly travelers who require lower temperatures and reduced sun exposure.; A minimum booking lead time of 30 days before the tour start date is required.; This experience operates as a fully private tour, with participation limited to your group only.; Bookings are available for a minimum of 1 person and a maximum of 5 people.; An exclusive solo tour option is available, where a single traveler receives a fully private experience without sharing the vehicle. This is reflected in the pricing for one participant.; A mandatory single supplement applies for solo travelers requiring a private room, except when the booking is made for one person.; Tour services are provided in English and Spanish.; The itinerary can be customized based on travel plans, personal interests, and schedule preferences.; This tour is assigned reference ID 226 on the Monterrasol Travel private tours platform for additional details, including itinerary, map, and available discounts.; Daily breakfast only is included. Guests are encouraged to explore local cuisine independently for lunch and dinner due to single-night stays in each location.; Transportation is provided in an air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking driver. Flexible stops for photography, rest, or coffee breaks are available upon request.; Accommodation is included in 3-star hotels with breakfast, typically located outside historical pedestrian centers. Upgrades to more centrally located or higher-quality hotels are available upon request.

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What's Included

Transportation with a driver
Transportation in a minivan with air conditioning
Transportation exclusively for your group, with no other travelers
Company's tour guide
A tour guide will be with you at all times
Accommodation in 3-star hotels or guesthouses
Accommodation includes breakfast only
Accommodation in double rooms
Accommodation always includes internet, provided by the property
English-speaking driver and guide

Not Included

Lunch and dinner
Accommodation in single rooms
Hotel tourist tax
Entry fees and tickets
Flight tickets
Ferry tickets
Travel insurance
Country visas

Itinerary

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Day 01

From Thessaloniki to Veria's Byzantine Heritage

Depart from Thessaloniki and drive to Veria. Visit the Veria Museum to understand local history and Byzantine heritage. Visit the Veria Museum to understand local history and Byzantine heritage. Explore the Podium of Paul the Apostle, an important biblical landmark. Explore the Podium of Paul the Apostle, an important biblical landmark. Check in and stay overnight in Veria. Check in and stay overnight in Veria.
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Day 02

Aegae and the Royal Tombs of Vergina

Drive to the Aegae archaeological site. Explore the UNESCO-listed royal tombs of the Macedonian kings. Explore the UNESCO-listed royal tombs of the Macedonian kings. Visit the Aegae Museum to study ancient Macedonian civilization. Visit the Aegae Museum to study ancient Macedonian civilization. Return to Veria and stay overnight. Return to Veria and stay overnight.
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Day 03

Scenic Drive to Kastoria and Lakeside Walk

Drive to Kastoria through the scenic landscapes of northern Greece. Visit the Byzantine Museum of Kastoria. Visit the Byzantine Museum of Kastoria. Explore the Kastoria Cave with its prehistoric formations. Explore the Kastoria Cave with its prehistoric formations. Walk along the lakeside promenade. Walk along the lakeside promenade. Stay overnight in Kastoria.
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Day 04

Into Zagori via Konitsa and Aristi

Drive toward Konitsa in the Zagori region. Visit Konitsa town and admire its traditional stone architecture. Visit Konitsa town and admire its traditional stone architecture. Explore Topolitsas Bridge, Konitsa Bridge, and Kleidonia Bridge. Explore Topolitsas Bridge, Konitsa Bridge, and Kleidonia Bridge. Continue to Aristi village and check in. Continue to Aristi village and check in. Stay overnight in Aristi.
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Day 05

Vikos Gorge Views and Voidomatis Springs

Drive to Vikos village. Visit the Vikos Gorge viewpoint for panoramic views. Visit the Vikos Gorge viewpoint for panoramic views. Hike along the trails around Voidomatis Springs. Hike along the trails around Voidomatis Springs. Explore the surroundings of Aristi village. Explore the surroundings of Aristi village. Continue to Papingo and stay overnight. Continue to Papingo and stay overnight.
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Day 06

Mikro and Megalo Papingo Discovery

Visit Mikro Papingo and Megalo Papingo villages. Explore the natural formations of the Papingo Rock Pools. Explore the natural formations of the Papingo Rock Pools. Walk to Papingo Bridge. Walk to Papingo Bridge. Stay overnight in Papingo.
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Day 07

Elafotopos, Ano Pedina and Mountain Trails

Drive to Elafotopos village. Continue to Ano Pedina via scenic mountain routes. Continue to Ano Pedina via scenic mountain routes. Hike around the Ano Pedina trails. Hike around the Ano Pedina trails. Visit Moni Agias Paraskevis monastery. Visit Moni Agias Paraskevis monastery. Stay overnight in Ano Pedina.
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Day 08

Monodendri, Oxya Viewpoint and Stone Forest

Drive to Monodendri village. Visit the Monastery of St Paraskevi. Visit the Monastery of St Paraskevi. Stop at Oxya viewpoint for views over Vikos Gorge. Stop at Oxya viewpoint for views over Vikos Gorge. Explore the Stone Forest natural formations. Explore the Stone Forest natural formations. Stay overnight in Monodendri.
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Day 09

Vitsa Village and Misiou Bridge Walks

Visit Vitsa village. Hike along traditional stone paths. Hike along traditional stone paths. Explore Misiou Bridge. Explore Misiou Bridge. Return to Monodendri and stay overnight. Return to Monodendri and stay overnight.
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Day 10

Zagori Stone Bridges and Tsepelovo

Visit Agiou Mina, Kapetan Arkouda, and Kokkorou stone bridges. Drive to Tsepelovo village. Drive to Tsepelovo village. Visit Moni Ioannou Rogkovou viewpoint. Visit Moni Ioannou Rogkovou viewpoint. Explore Tsepelovo village. Explore Tsepelovo village. Stay overnight in Tsepelovo.
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Day 11

Vradeto Steps and Beloi Viewpoint

Visit Vradeto village. Hike to Beloi viewpoint for dramatic gorge views. Hike to Beloi viewpoint for dramatic gorge views. Walk the historic Vradeto Steps. Walk the historic Vradeto Steps. Continue to Kapesovo village. Continue to Kapesovo village. Return and stay overnight in Tsepelovo. Return and stay overnight in Tsepelovo.
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Day 12

Skamneli, Koukouli and Kipoi Bridges

Drive to Skamneli village. Visit Agias Paraskevis monastery. Visit Agias Paraskevis monastery. Continue to Koukouli and visit Agia Paraskevi viewpoint. Continue to Koukouli and visit Agia Paraskevi viewpoint. Explore Plakidas and Lazaridi bridges. Explore Plakidas and Lazaridi bridges. Stay overnight in Kipoi.
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Day 13

Hidden Bridges Route through Zagori

Visit Mylos, Pitsonis, and Geromniou bridges. Explore Negades village. Explore Negades village. Visit Kaloutas Bridge. Visit Kaloutas Bridge. Continue to Aspraggeli and stay overnight. Continue to Aspraggeli and stay overnight.
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Day 14

From Aspraggeli to Historic Ioannina

Explore Aspraggeli and the nearby Driofillo village. Drive to Ioannina. Drive to Ioannina. Visit Ioannina Fortress. Visit Ioannina Fortress. Explore the Silversmith Museum showcasing traditional crafts. Explore the Silversmith Museum showcasing traditional crafts. Conclude the tour in Ioannina. Conclude the tour in Ioannina.

Meeting Point

Meeting point: Pickup is available from any hotel or location in Thessaloniki or the surrounding area. · Tour start: Veria 591 32, Greece — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.