What's the average length of tours starting in Thessaloniki and what destinations do they typically cover?

Tours from Thessaloniki run between 7 to 12 days taking travelers through Northern Greece's key sites. The routes cover Mount Olympus National Park Meteora's hilltop monasteries and archaeological treasures like Vergina and Dion. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Every thing was well defined and met expectations." Most tours start with Thessaloniki's White Tower and Byzantine walls before moving to other destinations. Accommodations include established properties like the Capsis Hotel 4* and Onoma Hotel 5* which serve as comfortable base points for exploration.

What are the common accommodation options for tours starting in Thessaloniki?

Thessaloniki tours provide lodging across 3 to 5-star properties that cater to different preferences and budgets. The 4-star Capsis Hotel in downtown and the 5-star Mediterranean Palace Hotel by the water are frequent choices. Tour packages such as "8 Days Treasures of Northern Greece" often book guests at Hotel El Greco or similar 3-star establishments. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The Capsis Hotel provided excellent comfort and was perfectly located for exploring Thessaloniki's main attractions."

What's the approximate travel time between Thessaloniki and popular nearby destinations?

Getting around from Thessaloniki follows a straightforward schedule: Vergina Royal Tombs takes 1 hour Mount Olympus and Dion archaeological site require 2 hours Meteora monasteries are 3 hours away and Ioannina is reached in 4 hours. A TourRadar traveler confirms: "The distances between sites were very manageable with comfortable travel times allowing us to fully experience each destination without feeling rushed."

What are the must-see historical sites to visit on the first day in Thessaloniki?

The essential Thessaloniki circuit includes the White Tower Roman Rotunda Arch of Galerius and Byzantine walls in Ano Poli. The Archaeological Museum and Saint Demetrios Church's underground catacombs round out the historical experience. Visitors often stay at central locations like Olympia Hotel 3* or Dellas Boutique Hotel. As one TourRadar traveler puts it: "If you think Greece is only Athens and the islands think again. Greece is a country of mountains and this tour delivers epic mountain trails."

What's the best season to start a tour from Thessaloniki for optimal weather and sightseeing?

The most favorable time spans May through September when Northern Greece's weather supports both coastal and mountain exploration. June and September offer particularly good conditions for walking Thessaloniki's streets and hiking Mount Olympus. Tour departures peak during May June and September. Properties like Zissis Hotel in Zagoria and Guesthouse Papanikolaou in Litochoro provide seasonal comfort for travelers during these months.

How does transportation work for tours starting from Thessaloniki airport?

Tour operators arrange pickups from Makedonia Airport (SKG) with wait times no longer than 50 minutes. Transfers use private vehicles or minibuses that continue service throughout the tour starting with rides to city center hotels like Olympia Hotel 3* or Capsis Hotel 4*. A TourRadar traveler confirms: "Transportation during the tours was excellent and well-organized" speaking to the reliability of the service arrangements.

Mainland Greece Tours from Thessaloniki

An adventure starting in Thessaloniki is a great way to see Mainland Greece. We have 24 tours that range from 3 days up to 12 days. The most popular time for tours from Thessaloniki is September, which has the most tour departures.

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8 Days Treasures of Northern Greece / Guaranteed Departures
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Thessaloniki, Dion, Edessa, Metéora, Vergina, Mount Athos
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Mainland Greece
Operated in
English, Italian,Spanish+1 more
Operator
STM Tours LLC
10% Off
From $2,697
NZ$2,427per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Educational
Small Treasures 7 Days/6 Nights - Every Sunday
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Thessaloniki, Dion, Mount Olympus National Park, Pella,Edessa,Meteora, Thessaly,Vergina+3 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Country Region
Mainland Greece
Operated in
English, Italian,French,Spanish+2 more
Operator
Filos Holidays and Travel
10% Off
From $1,487
NZ$1,339per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Educational
A Journey of the Senses 8 Days/ 7 Nights
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Thessaloniki, Náousa, Edessa, Loutraki Pellas, Amyntaio,Florina,Lake Prespa,Zagori,Monodendri,Ioannina,Metsovo,Grevena,Litochoro,Arnaia+9 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Country Region
Northern GreeceMainland Greece+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Filos Holidays and Travel
10% Off
From $3,173
NZ$2,856per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
6 DAYS TREASURES OF NORTHERN GREECE / Guaranteed Departures
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Thessaloniki, Dion, Mount Olympus National Park, Kalabaka,Metsovo,Ioannina+2 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Mainland Greece
Operated in
English, Italian,Spanish+1 more
Operator
STM Tours LLC
10% Off
From $1,852
NZ$1,667per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Christianity journeys in Greece – On the road with Apostle Paul - 12 Days
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Thessaloniki, Kavala, Philippi, Ouranoupolis, Polygyros,Vergina,Dion,Kalabaka,Delphi,Nafpaktos,Diakopto,Kalavrita,Olympia,Lagkadia,Mycenae,Nafplion,Epidaurus,Corinth,Corinth Canal,Athens+15 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Mainland Greece
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Epos Travel & Tours
10% Off
From
NZ$9,519per person
+$10,908 upfront costs
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In-depth Cultural
Discovery Greece Macedonia and Thessaly in 10 days tour from Thessaloniki. Circle trip via Thasos island, Kavala, Serres, Philippi, Aegae, Pella, Amphipolis.
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Thessaloniki, Amphipolis, Kavala, Philippi, Thassos,Alistrati,Pella,Vergina+3 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Country Region
Northern GreeceMainland Greece+1 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Monterrasol Travel
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From
NZ$12,262per person
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In-depth Cultural
Greece Macedonia and Thessaly discovery 10 days tour from Thessaloniki. Circle trip via Amphipolis, Philippi, Kavala, Aegae, Pella, Edessa.
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Thessaloniki, Amphipolis, Kavala, Philippi, Drama,Alistrati,Pella,Edessa,Vergina+4 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Country Region
Northern GreeceMainland Greece+1 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Monterrasol Travel
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From
NZ$12,145per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
7 DAYS TREASURES OF NORTHERN GREECE / Guaranteed Departures
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Thessaloniki, Dion, Edessa, Metéora, Vergina
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Mainland Greece
Operated in
English, Italian,French,Spanish+2 more
Operator
STM Tours LLC
10% Off
From $2,271
NZ$2,044per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Educational
Treasures of Northern Greece - Full Program 8 Days/ 7 Nights
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Thessaloniki, Dion, Mount Olympus National Park, Pella,Edessa,Meteora, Thessaly,Vergina,Ouranoupolis,Mount Athos+5 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Country Region
Mainland Greece
Operated in
English, Italian,French,Spanish+2 more
Operator
Filos Holidays and Travel
10% Off
From $1,745
NZ$1,571per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Educational
Small Treasures 6 Days/5 Nights Every Sunday
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Thessaloniki, Dion, Mount Olympus National Park, Pella,Edessa,Meteora, Thessaly+2 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Country Region
Mainland Greece
Operated in
English, Italian,French,Spanish+2 more
Operator
Filos Holidays and Travel
10% Off
From $1,210
NZ$1,089per person
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Hiking & Trekking
The Great Northern Traverse: Discover Meteora, Zagori And Prespes
4.7 (3 traveler reviews)
"We really felt on holiday. Costas organised everything, asked who we felt and knew all about the historic things we saw on our way."
Nynke, traveled in July
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Thessaloniki, Kastraki, Monodendri, Papingo
Age Range
Ages 18+
Country Region
Mainland Greece
Operated in
English
Operator
Monopati Hike n Bike
10% Off
From
NZ$2,834per person
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In-depth Cultural
Escape to Thessaloniki, 3 Days
3.5 (2 traveler reviews)
"Visits to sites very informative and interesting. The only inconvenience was the lack of efficient communication regarding the transfer arrangements."
Jason, traveled in August
Duration
3 days
Destinations
Thessaloniki
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Northern GreeceMainland Greece+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Destination Services Greece
10% Off
From $303
NZ$273per person
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Hiking & Trekking
Hiking Northern Greece
5.0 (3 traveler reviews)
"Some really fantastic places and really brilliant hikes. Overall a really great trip!"
Brid, traveled in May
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Thessaloniki, Litochoro, Mount Olympus National Park,Zagori+1 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Regions
Mainland GreeceZagori+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
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NZ$2,979per person
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Hiking & Trekking
Zagori Trail: Stone Bridges, Gorges & Dragon Lakes
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Thessaloniki, Tsepelovo, Monodendri, Papingo, Vradeto
Age Range
Ages 18+
Country Region
Northern GreeceMainland Greece+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Monopati Hike n Bike
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From
NZ$2,735per person
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In-depth Cultural
Central Greece 11 days tour from Thessaloniki. Aegae, Dion, Meteora, Ioannina. Monasteries, museums, castles, ancient stone bridges, wine tasting.
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Thessaloniki, Pella, Edessa, Vergina, Litochoro,Mount Olympus National Park,Dion,Platamonas,Larissa,Trikala,Kalabaka,Meteora, Thessaly,Metsovo,Ioannina+9 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Country Region
Mainland Greece
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Monterrasol Travel
10% Off
From
NZ$11,578per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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