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Greece lesser-known 12 days tour from Thessaloniki to Athens. Pella, Aegae, Olympus, Dion. Volos, Chalkida.

12 days
From Thessaloniki to Athens
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Spanish
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Pella

    Your journey starts at the Pella archaeological site and its museum, where you'll walk through remains of this ancient Macedonian capital. After exploring the site, you'll head to Edessa for the night and get settled into your accommodation there.

    Start point
    Thessaloniki, Greece (We will pick you up at any hotel or place, in or around Thessaloniki.)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Pella archaeological site
    • Explore Pella museum
    Landmarks
    Pella Archaeological Site
    Pella Museum
  2. Day 2

    Edessa

    This morning you'll check out the Edessa archaeological site, then make your way to see the famous Edessa waterfall. From there, you'll tour the Holy Trinity monastery before returning to Edessa for another night.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Ancient Edessa archaeological site
    • See Edessa waterfall
    • Explore Edessa, Holy Trinity monastery
    Landmarks
    Ancient Edessa Archaeological Site
    Edessa Waterfall
    Edessa Holy Trinity Monastery
  3. Day 3

    Mieza - Veria

    You'll start by visiting Aristotle's School in Mieza, then see the Macedonian Tomb of Judgment and ancient theatre in the area. Later, you'll head to Veria to check out the museum and the Podium of Paul the Apostle before staying there for the night.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Mieza, cultural center of Aristotle's School infocenter
    • Explore Mieza, Macedonian Tomb of Judgment archaeological site
    • Visit Mieza ancient theatre
    • See Veria museum
    • Visit Veria, Podium of Paul the Apostle historical landmark
    Landmarks
    Mieza, Cultural Center of Aristotle's School
    Mieza, Macedonian Tomb of Judgment
    Mieza Ancient Theatre
    Veria Museum
    Veria, Podium of Paul the Apostle
  4. Day 4

    Aegae

    Today takes you to the Aegae archaeological site, which is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage location, and you'll also tour its museum. After that, you'll return to Veria to spend the night.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Aegae archaeological site (UNESCO World Heritage site)
    • Explore Aegae museum
    Landmarks
    Aegae Archaeological Site
    Aegae Museum
  5. Day 5

    Olympus - Litochoro

    You'll visit the Olympus infocenter early in the day and then head to St Dionysios monastery. From there, it's on to Litochoro where you'll stay for the night.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Olympus infocenter
    • Explore St Dionysios monastery
    Landmarks
    Olympus Infocenter
    St Dionysios Monastery
  6. Day 6

    Dion

    The day involves exploring the Dion archaeological site and its museum, plus the ancient theatre there. After spending time at these locations, you'll return to Litochoro for the night.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Dion archaeological site
    • Explore Dion museum
    • Visit Dion ancient theatre
    Landmarks
    Dion Archaeological Site
    Dion Museum
    Dion Ancient Theatre
  7. Day 7

    Platamon - Volos

    You'll start by visiting Platamon castle, then continue down to Volos. Once there, you'll explore the museum and see the ancient theatre (which is on the UNESCO Tentative List) before settling in for the night.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Platamon castle
    • Explore Larissa museum
    • Visit Larissa ancient theatre
    Landmarks
    Platamon Castle
    Larissa Museum
    Larissa Ancient Theatre
  8. Day 8

    Volos

    This morning you'll check out the Dimini and Sesklo archaeological sites. After that, you'll visit the Volos museum before spending the night in Volos.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Dimini archaeological site
    • Visit Sesklo archaeological site
    • Explore Volos museum
    Landmarks
    Dimini Archaeological Site
    Sesklo Archaeological Site
    Volos Museum
  9. Day 9

    Lamia - Thermopylae

    You'll start the day at Lamia fortress and museum, then move on to explore the Thermopylae infocenter. Later, you'll head to Arachova for the night.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Lamia fortress
    • Explore Lamia museum
    • Visit Thermopylae infocenter
    Landmarks
    Lamia Fortress
    Lamia Museum
    Thermopylae Infocenter
  10. Day 10

    Livadeia - Thiva

    This morning takes you through Livadeia's medieval old town, and you'll also visit the Thiva museum. After that, you'll continue on to Chalkida for the night.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Livadeia medieval old town
    • Visit Thiva museum
    Landmarks
    Livadeia Medieval Old Town
    Thiva Museum
  11. Day 11

    Eretria

    You'll head to the Eretria archaeological site (on the UNESCO Tentative List) and spend time exploring the ancient theatre and museum there. After you're done, you'll return to Chalkida for the night.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Eretria archaeological site
    • Explore Eretria ancient theatre
    • Visit Eretria museum
    Landmarks
    Eretria Archaeological Site
    Eretria Ancient Theatre
    Eretria Museum
  12. Day 12

    Chalkida - Athens

    Your final day starts with the Chalkida museum, then you'll visit the Amphiareion of Oropos archaeological site (also on the UNESCO Tentative List). From there, you'll arrive in Athens, completing your tour.

    End point
    Athens, Greece (Drop off is possible at any hotel or place, in or around Athens.)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Chalkida museum
    • Explore Amphiareion of Oropos archaeological site
    Landmarks
    Chalkida Museum
    Amphiareion of Oropos Archaeological Site
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  • Charlene
    · April 9th, 2020
    Go on this tour you will not be disappointed! The sites are beautiful and the Greek people so welcoming and helpful. There is lots to see! Go prepared to take lots of pictures.
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  • Sulaiman
    · May 6th, 2025
    Ana & Serge were very nice and knowledgeable for the whole trip. They were very accommodating throughout the trip and we enjoyed the experience especially at Blagaj and Kravica waterfall.
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  • Domingo
    · September 10th, 2023
    Ana and Serge were awesome, Ana is very knowledgeable in the areas that we visited and Serge is an excellent driver and an all around nice guy. I would not hesitate to book with again with them as I now have some great pictures and memories!
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