Overview
Thessaloniki has an important heritage consisting of Roman and Byzantine museums and monuments recounting its past. A trip to Thessaloniki combines relaxation and discovery. Discover the authentic charm of Greece, its archaeological sites, monasteries, chapels, castles and unique towers.
Its wild, majestic, welcoming and smiling charm will enchant you. Enjoy activities, local specialities of Greek cuisine, shopping and nightlife. Travel back in time, to the Macedonian Kingdom of Alexander the Great and take a Cruise to Mount Athos, one of the most unique and protected places in Europe.
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- Free cancellation up to 3 days before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
4 nights in hotel (4*) of your choice
Athos Cruise (with transfer)
Breakfast
Arrival and departure transfers
Pella Vergina Tour
Thessaloniki City Tour
City tax
Personal expenses (meals, drinks, tips)
Optional excursions and visits
Anything that is not mentioned in the included section
Tour Guide
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
Day 1 Arrival in Thessaloniki
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Thessaloniki
Arrival in Thessaloniki, the largest city of Northern Greece. Transfer to hotel, leisure for the rest of the day. Οvernight at the hotel.
Day 2 Thessaloniki - City tour with museum
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White Tower of Thessaloniki
20 min
The White Tower of Thessaloniki is a monument and museum on the waterfront of the city of Thessaloniki, the capital of the region of Macedonia in northern Greece. The present tower replaced an old Byzantine fortification, known to have been mentioned around the 12th century, that the Ottoman Empire reconstructed to fortify the city's fortress sometime after Sultan Murad II captured Thessaloniki in 1430. During the period of Ottoman rule, the White Tower became a notorious prison and scene of mass executions.
Day 3 Mount Athos
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Ouranoupolis
20 min
Very early departure to the picturesque village of Ouranoupoli to embark on a mini cruise to Mount Athos. Mount Athos is a mountain and peninsula in northeastern Greece and an important centre of Eastern Orthodox monasticism. Mount Athos is home to 20 monasteries under the direct jurisdiction of the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople.
Back to Ouranoupolis, free time. We return to Thessaloniki. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 Thessaloniki - Pella - Vergina
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Vergina
20 min
The two-storey private houses built in Doric and Ionic rhythm bring to mind images of a prosperous, ancient, city. We will continue to Vergina. The excavation by Professor Manolis Andronikos and his associates under the Great Tumulus of Vergina village in Imathia, Central Macedonia in 1977 brought to light the most important archaeological discovery of the 20th century in Greece. Today’s Vergina (Ancient Aigai), in the foothills of Mt. Pieria, was the first capital of the ancient kingdom of Macedonia, called Aigai. The site of the Royal Tombs under a modern roof hosts the main excavation, as well as an exhibition of the major finds from the burials. It is protected by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage and comprises a unique discovery of an enormous universal impact.
Return to Thessaloniki. Overnight
Day 5 Transfer to the Airport
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Thessaloniki
20 min
Breakfast and morning transfer to the airport.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 3 full days before the start time: 100% refund.
Cancel within 3 days of the start time: 0% refund.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Athens).
Additional Information
- Please note that our packages are meant for individual travellers, without a tour leader. However, we remain at your disposal throughout your visit with a 24-hour emergency phone number.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
FAQs about Explore the History of Thessaloniki and its Surrounding Areas
How long does it take?
It takes about 5 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- 4 nights in hotel (4*) of your choice
- Athos Cruise (with transfer)
- Breakfast
- Arrival and departure transfers
- Pella Vergina Tour
- Thessaloniki City Tour
What's not included?
- City tax
- Personal expenses (meals, drinks, tips)
- Optional excursions and visits
- Anything that is not mentioned in the included section
- Tour Guide
Which places does it visit?
It visits White Tower of Thessaloniki, Ouranoupolis, Vergina.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
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