Thessaloniki Tours

Making a day trip to the UNESCO-listed monasteries of Meteora from Thessaloniki can be difficult without a self-drive car. This full-day tour eliminates transport stresses: taking you direct to the medieval rock-pinnacle monasteries by comfortable air-conditioned minivan or coach, and with a guide to explain the monasteries’ construction, art, and history. On arrival, tour two of the six retreats and enjoy lunch (own expense) in nearby Kalampaka before your return.

You don’t need to miss out on the towering peaks and pinnacles of Meteora just because you’re staying in Thessaloniki. Take the hassle out of transportation with this convenient tour that includes round-trip train tickets and a small-group guided tour. See all six of the iconic monasteries and explore inside one or two.

Tracing the footsteps of Alexander the Great and other historical Macedonian figures can be tiring work, so savvy travelers will often schedule some downtime in Thessaloniki to rejuvenate. Instead of spending that time in a hotel or local spa, this tour offers the chance to bathe in the waters at the Loutra Pozar. Pozar's naturally warm water attracts visitors from throughout Macedonia, and this tour makes it easy to visit and bathe in a single day.

Leave Thessaloniki for a day and discover ancient Dion and Mt. Olympus without the stress of public transport or hire cars. Travel to Dion Archaeological Park, home to city ruins dating from the 6th century BC; and explore its relics and museum. Next, visit Mt. Olympus, the home of the gods in Greek mythology, and walk in the Epinea Gorge to absorb the scenery surrounding the peak before returning.

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.

Olympus Summits. All-day trekking at the Olympus Summits. Join us to experience the most incredible scenery Skala, Skolio, Ag. Antonios are some of the highest peaks with the finest views! We have our meeting from 08:00 to start our tour towards Mount Olympus. We will reach the maximum point of the route from the south side of the mountain in charming other and simultaneously rugged landscape to 2,400m in position Christakis. There we will rest and gear up for the summits. We follow well-marked trails for a couple of hours and hike up the highest summits of Mount Olympus. The trails are quite easy since we have gained altitudes by car. Wild horses, wild goats, and free-range cows on our way to the peaks. Skala at 2882m is 1 hour from our point. Nearby in 30min, we reach Skolio at 2912m, the second-highest peak on the mountain. Ag. Antonios at 2815 and the Anonymous peak are on our way back to the car.

Seeing all of Meteora's monasteries in a single day is a big undertaking, particularly in the height of Summer or during the region's bitter Winter. Take the time to see each unique monastery at this UNESCO World Heritage Site with this two-day tour departing Thessaloniki. Splitting the tour across two days makes it easy to enjoy both a sunset and a morning at the historic sites, even during long Summer days.

A 4-hour escape in a unique environment rich in oak, fir, and pine trees. Natural springs and the mountain's Lake awaits to be explored. All mountain biking trails to the most beautiful sections of Mount Olympus. We offer some of the best rides to join in small or big guided groups. Our knowledge of the mountain will surprise you.

Immerse yourself in the world of Alexander the Great and Greek history during this full-day, guided tour that visits archeological sites, tombs, and includes a traditional Greek lunch. Learn about regional history and culture from Ancient Greece through the Byzantie era to modern-day Greece and see the Mecedonian plain stretched out before you.

Wonder around the city center of Thessaloniki and discover all the greek treasures in the local street markets. A great variety of herbs and spices will be found along the way to excite your senses, as well as a diversity of meat and cheese food to please even the most demanding tastes. The smell of fresh roasted greek coffee will often follow your path, just to lead you to one of the oldest traditional coffee houses in Greece. Are you ready to be amazed yet ? The tour will begin once the group is gathered at the meeting point and depart for the first stop for a traditional greek breakfast. 'Bougatsa' (filo pastry filled with cream) is served hot and sprinkled with powdered sugar and cinnamon! Afterwards you will walk across the open markets placed all over the city center such as “Kapani Street” and explore famous areas like “Louloudadika”. Your final stop will be at “Solomonidis” place for the most delicious goodbye, having Gyros or Souvlaki for lunch.

Take a deep dive into the culture of the ancient Kingdom of Macedonia during this full-day small-group visit to the Pella and Vergina archaeological sites. Travel with no more than 15 total guests to explore Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great, and Vergina, the ancient capital city that today is home to a museum with artifacts like the royal tomb of King Philip the Second.

Rub elbows with the Greek gods on a full-day hike to the top of Mount Olympus with your guide. Private transportation delivers you to the mountain where you’ll begin your ascent stopping for breaks as needed. At the summit at 9,600 ft (2918 m), enjoy exceptional views and sign the mountaineer’s book.  After the descent, unwind as arranged transportation takes you back to town.

Enjoy the pretty sights of Thessaloniki on a fun and informative hop-on hop-off bus tour. With unlimited access to the bus route for 1 day, hop on and off as much as you please, seeing all of the major landmarks along the way. From the open-top deck enjoy 360 degree views of the stunning coastal landscape. This Greek port city has ancient origins, and you can explore some of this fascinating history if you hop off at Ano Poli (Upper Town). The on-board audio tour commentary adds an educational element to your experience, ensuring you learn fascinating facts as you cruise round. On your sightseeing journey you'll discover some incredible architecture, such as the Church of Agios Dimitrios, which dates all the way back to the Byzantium empire! There's so much to see in this destination, and with bus stops placed at all the best spots in town, this double-decker bus tour is the most convenient and enjoyable way to see Thessaloniki.

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.

• Trigoniou Tower • Old Monastery of Vlatadon • Church of Hosios David (Monastery of Latomou) • Saint Nicholas Orphanos • Rotunda • Saint Sofia

The coastal scenery off Thessaloniki is considered among the finest in Greece, but the only way to fully appreciate the views is from the waves. On this private boat tour, cruise from Thermaikos Bay to Navagio Beach with your captain, and admire uninterrupted views over the shoreline. With wine and soft drinks on board, soak up the rays and enjoy free time to swim and snorkel at your leisure.

Safari tour on Mount Olympus. A 4-hour escape for swimming and relaxation. Explore hidden beauties, waterfalls, natural pools, and water slides created by nature. Olympus Lagoons. Do you love action? Enjoy your tour even more with high jumps up to 9m from the rocky cliffs of the waterfalls.

Seek adventure on Mount Olympus on this guided canyoning trek. During this outing, you'll depart from Dion with a small group of fellow travelers, which ensures personalized attention from your guide. Rappel, slide, jump, swim, and hike through the mythical landscape, stopping midway for an included snack. No climbing experience is necessary.

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Departure for the village of Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great, and visit of the archaeological site and the museum. The excavations have brought to light the interesting findings of the ancient city and the pavements decorated with mosaics of rare finesse, exhibited at the local museum. We continue towards Edessa and stop for a visit of the park and the famous waterfalls. Departure to Vergina, the ancient capital of the Macedonian Kingdom, where nowadays is one of the most beautiful museums of Greece. Free time for lunch. Visit of the museum, which contains the royal tomb of King Phillip the 2nd, Alexander the Great’s father, along with golden and other artefacts of an incredible beauty and value. Return to Thessaloniki.

Live the Ultimate Sailing Experience within a day! Our experienced skippers are more than willing to introduce you to the art of sailing, share their expert local knowledge and guide you to the magnificent beaches and crystal blue waters of Halkidiki.

Departure for Kalambaka a highlight of your stay in Greece . Arrival and visit the famous Meteora, geological formations unique in their kind, on which the Monasteries are perched; they were built in the 14th century and they are rich in precious testimonies of Byzantine art. Nowdays , only six monasteries are well preserved and four of them are still inhabited ,we are going to visit 2 of them . Afterwards , there is free time for lunch in town of Kalambaka . Return to Thessaloniki , last stop along the way in the beautiful Valley of Tempi , at the chapel of Saint Paraskevi .

Swap Thessaloniki for a peaceful adventure in the great outdoors. Enjoy the ultimate hassle-free tour with a hotel pickup and transfer to Lake Kerikini. The tour will help you discover amazing scenery, see migratory birds, buffalo, and other local wildlife. You can choose additional activities near the lake such as a boat tour, bike rental, or horse riding.

A full-day city tour of Thessaloniki passing through the town's main sights. See the White Tower and the Old Town, before making a stop at Agios Demetrius Byzantine church and its crypt.