15-Day Northern Greece Tour with Thasos, Philippi and Zagori
About This Tour
Discover Northern Greece on a 15-day journey from Thessaloniki through Amphipolis, Kavala, Thasos, Veria, Aegae, and the Zagori region. Explore the UNESCO-liste...
Duration: 15 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Ioannina, Thessaloniki, Kavala, Serres, Veria, Thasos, Vikos–Aoös National Park · Languages: English, Spanish
Know before you go: Provide this tour during the off-season period from September 1 until March 16 of the following year. Recommend planning travel outside the high season to avoid heat and crowds while ensuring all attractions remain open. Emphasize suitability for elderly travelers who require reduced sun exposure and moderate temperatures.; Require a minimum booking lead time of 45 days before the tour start date.; Operate this experience as a fully private tour with participation limited to your group only.; Allow bookings for a minimum of 1 person and a maximum of 5 people.; Offer an exclusive solo tour option where a single traveler receives a fully private experience without sharing the vehicle. Reflect this in the pricing for one participant.; Apply a mandatory single supplement for solo travelers requiring a private room, except when the booking is made for one person.; Provide tour services in English and Spanish.; Customize the itinerary based on travel plans, personal interests, and schedule preferences.; Include daily breakfast only. Encourage guests to explore local cuisine independently for lunch and dinner due to single-night stays in each location.; Provide transportation in an air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking driver. Allow flexible stops for photography, rest, or coffee breaks upon request.; Include accommodation in 3-star hotels with breakfast, typically located outside historical pedestrian centers. Offer upgrades to more centrally located or higher-quality hotels upon request.
About Kavala
Kavala
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What's Included
- Transportation with a driver.
- Transportation in a minivan with air conditioning.
- Transportation for your group only.
- Company's tour guide.
- Tour guide with you at all times.
- Accommodation in 3-star hotels or pensions.
- Accommodation with breakfast only.
- Accommodation in double rooms.
- Accommodation always with internet access, 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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1Day 01
From Thessaloniki to Amphipolis and Kavala
Depart from Thessaloniki and drive to Amphipolis. Visit the Amphipolis archaeological park and museum. Explore the Lion of Amphipolis monument. Continue to Biblia Chora winery and taste regional wines. Drive to Kavala and check in. Stay overnight in Kavala.
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2Day 02
Discover Kavala's Old Town and Fortress
Explore the Kavala coastal town. Visit Kavala Fortress for panoramic views. Walk through the historical center and harbor area. Stay overnight in Kavala.
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3Day 03
Philippi Ruins and Kavala Wine Tasting
Drive to the Philippi archaeological site. Explore the UNESCO-listed ruins and Roman urban layout. Visit the ancient theatre and Philippi Museum. Continue to Chateau Nico Lazaridi winery for wine tasting. Return to Kavala and stay overnight.
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4Day 04
Ferry Crossing to Thasos Island
Drive to the port and take a ferry to Thasos island. Explore Thasos town. Visit the Ancient Agora. Discover the Gate of Silenus landmark. Stay overnight in Thasos.
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5Day 05
Waterfalls, Monastery, and Heritage of Thasos
Visit Kefalogourna waterfalls. Explore Archangel Michael Monastery overlooking the sea. Discover the Marble Quarry. Visit the Aliki archaeological site. Explore the Sotirelis Olive Oil Museum. Stay overnight in Thasos.
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6Day 06
Back to the Mainland via Alistrati and Monasteries
Take a ferry back to the mainland. Drive to Alistrati and explore Alistrati Cave. Visit the Monastery of the Ascension of the Lord in Proti. Visit Virgin Mary Eikosiphoinissa Monastery near Amphipolis. Continue to Serres and check in. Stay overnight in Serres.
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7Day 07
From Serres to Veria's Byzantine Heritage
Drive to Veria. Visit Veria Museum to explore Byzantine heritage. Visit the Podium of Paul the Apostle. Stay overnight in Veria.
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8Day 08
Royal Tombs of Aegae and Mountain Metsovo
Drive to the Aegae archaeological site. Explore the royal tombs and museum of ancient Macedonia. Continue to the Metsovo mountain town. Explore Metsovo and its traditional architecture. Stay overnight in Metsovo.
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9Day 09
From Metsovo to the Zagori Region
Visit Katogi Averof winery in Metsovo. Drive toward the Zagori region. Explore the Stone Forest natural formations. Stop at Oxya viewpoint for Vikos Gorge views. Continue to Monodendri village. Stay overnight in Monodendri.
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10Day 10
Stone Paths, Bridge, and Monastery in Vitsa and Monodendri
Visit Vitsa village. Hike along traditional stone paths. Explore Misiou Bridge. Visit the Monastery of St Paraskevi in Monodendri. Stay overnight in Monodendri.
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11Day 11
Vikos Gorge Views and the Papingo Villages
Drive to Vikos village. Visit the Vikos Gorge viewpoint. Hike around Voidomatis Springs. Continue to Papingo villages. Stay overnight in Papingo.
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12Day 12
Papingo Villages and Rock Pools
Explore Papingo and Mikro Papingo villages. Visit the Papingo Rock Pools. Walk through traditional stone paths. Stay overnight in Papingo.
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13Day 13
Zagori Stone Bridges and Tsepelovo Village
Visit Agiou Mina, Kapetan Arkouda, and Kokkorou bridges. Explore Kapesovo village. Continue to Tsepelovo village. Stay overnight in Tsepelovo.
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14Day 14
Vradeto Steps, Beloi Viewpoint, and Kipoi Bridges
Visit Vradeto village. Hike to Beloi viewpoint. Walk the historic Vradeto Steps. Explore Plakidas and Lazaridi bridges. Continue to Kipoi village. Stay overnight in Kipoi.
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15Day 15
Final Zagori Bridges and Arrival in Ioannina
Visit Mylos, Pitsonis, Dovris, and Kaloutas bridges. Explore Aspraggeli village. Drive to Ioannina. Arrive and 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: Thessaloniki, Greece — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.