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5 Days Northern Greece with Meteora, Delphi, Vergina and Thessaloniki

5 Days Northern Greece with Meteora, Delphi, Vergina and Thessaloniki

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5 Days Northern Greece with Meteora, Delphi, Vergina and Thessaloniki

5 Days Starting in Kalabaka and ending in Athens

Visiting: Kalabaka, Thessaloniki, Athens

Tour operator:

Destination Services Greece

Tour code:

688158

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

VERY_EASY

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural

From:

$1070

$1022 Exclusive Tourhub Members Discount: -$48

NB: Prices correct on 21-May-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Nestled in the heart of the Thermaic Gulf, Thessaloniki is easy to fall in love with. It has beauty, chaos, history and culture, remarkable cuisine and wonderful, vast sea views. Ever since the 4th c. BC when it was founded, Thessaloniki has kept its urban character and has remained a civic centre and the hub of that region.

Highlights

Meteora: In a region of almost inaccessible sandstone peaks, monks settled on these 'columns of the sky' from the 11th century onwards
Thessaloniki: The city’s multicultural history has been associated with great empires, as it has known the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman Rule
Macedonia: Visit Edessa with its famous waterfalls and discover the cities with rich historical and cultural past
Visit the unique Museum covering the royal tombs of Macedonia in Vergina and the Archaeological Park of Dion in Pella

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Athens – Kalambaka (350 Km– 4.5 Hrs)

Location: Kalabaka

Drive through the fertile plain of the Beotia region, pass by the towns of Thebes, Levadia and via the picturesque village of Arachova, arrive in Delphi and visit the Archaeological Site. Depart for Kalambaka, a small town situated at the foot of the astonishing complex of the Meteora, those gigantic rocks that rise steep from the plain of Thessaly. Dinner and Overnight in Kalambaka.

Overnight in Kalambaka.

Day 2 : Kalambaka – Thessaloniki (230 Km – 3.5 Hrs)

Location: Thessaloniki

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit the Meteora: perched on top of huge rocks, which seem to be suspended in mid-air, stand ageless Monasteries, where you can see exquisite specimens of Byzantine art. Depart from Kalambaka, drive through the striking plain of Thessaly and the Valley of Tempi, and admire the gigantic figure of Mount Olympos, the highest mountain in Greece and home of the 12 Gods in Greek Mythology. Arrive at Thessaloniki, the second largest and the most vibrant city in Greece.

Overnight in Thessaloniki.

Day 3 : Thessaloniki

Location: Thessaloniki

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning visit the city that throughout the era of the Byzantine Empire was the “co-reigning” city, second in population and prestige only to Constantinople. See unique sites like the White Tower, Roman Forum, Ottoman Market, St. Demetrius’ Church, and the Byzantine Walls. A short walking tour includes the ruins of the Palace and Arch of Galerius, and a visit to the famous Rotunda, built as a temple and transformed into a church, with fine Early-Christian mosaics. The rest of the day is free, to enjoy time in the lively center of the city.

Overnight in Thessaloniki.

Day 4 : Thessaloniki – Macedonia – Thessaloniki (450 Km– 4 Hrs)

Location: Thessaloniki

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart in the morning for a unique approach to historical Macedonia. First stop at picturesque Edessa where we see the town’s famous landmark, the waterfalls. Then proceed to Naoussa, to a site of exceptional beauty and importance: Aristotle’s School, the picturesque site where the great philosopher taught ‘the doctrines of morals and politics’ to Alexander the Great and the Macedonian youth. Then drive to Vergina (ancient Aigai), to live the experience of a visit to the unique Museum, created in the Great Tumulus covering the royal tombs of Macedonia. See the astonishing findings from the tomb of King Phillip II, Alexander’s father, and feel the thrill of the greatest discovery of the 20th century. Only a few miles away is Veria (Biblical Beroea). Visit Saint Paul’s Bema, and then stroll through the old Jewish neighborhood and the colorful market area. A walk in a city where the past is present and around. Return to Thessaloniki.

Overnight in Thessaloniki.

Day 5 : Thessaloniki – Athens (500 Km– 6 Hrs)

Location: Athens

Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Pella, the capital of Alexander the Great. See the exquisite floor mosaics of the 4th century B.C. villas, in situ as well as in the new Museum. Then proceed and visit the Archaeological Park of Dion (sacred city of the Macedonians, at the foot of mountain Olympos). After the visit we shall start driving south and through Thessaly, Lamia, Thermopylae (see the Leonidas’ Monument) and Thebes, arrive in Athens late in the afternoon.

What's Included

TOUR GUIDE:

Operated with an English-speaking guide

ACCOMMODATION:

4 nights' accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 Kalambaka:

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Grand Meteora or similar 4*

Day 2-4 Thessaloniki:

Superior Hotel Category = Grand Hotel Palace or similar 4*

MEALS:

4 Breakfasts
4 Dinners

TRANSPORT:

Shared transportation in an air-conditioned bus throughout the tour

ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITES:

All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: visit of the Archaeological site in Delphi, Meteora visit, city tour of Thessaloniki, tour of Macedonia

What's Not Included

Visa fees
Domestic flights
International flights
Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
Optional tours (if any)
City tax not included, payable on the spot
Any visit not mentioned in the program
Porterage and gratuities
Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

Requirements

Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Greece. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sun glasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

Please Note

Pickup/drop off transfer from/to hotels in the city center of Athens
Clients staying at the coast will be transferred back to their hotels with the Cape Sounion Tour Bus
We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
In many hotels in Greece, the triple rooms are double rooms with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 Kalambaka:

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Grand Meteora or similar 4*

Day 2-4 Thessaloniki:

Superior Hotel Category = grand Hotel Palace or similar 4*

Check out our Q&As

What does the price include?

What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
Do you offer any travel insurance?

We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
Are Visa fees included in the price?

No, visa fees are not included
Are flights included in the tour?

No, they are not included

What documents will I receive before I travel?

Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
Is there any option for solo traveller?

Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client´s arrival

Reviews of this operator

Indra

Best Tpur Operator for Greece

06-Jul-2023

The best Tour Operator. The planning and timing by the agency was great. Accommodation was also good. The package was reasonable. Thanks to Destination Services Greece

Giovanni B.

Great

27-Jul-2022

Very committed service with proper follow-up. Service provided as per their schedule with a hassle free journey... thanks to ITS tours and travels for providing services

Duran

Excellent company

15-Jun-2022

Based on their very positive reviews, we booked with Destination Services Greece. I found the service and response of this travel agency to be excellent. Easily 5-stars. My emails were promptly responded to, and everyone showed up when they were supposed to.

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