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Alexander the Great Tour - Vergina and Pella We will drive west of Thessaloniki, across the beautiful landscape of the Greek Macedonian countryside, also known as “the Garden of Europe”. During the day, we will visit some of the most interesting places of Greece’s ancient history. In Pella, the ancient capital of the Macedonian Empire and native town of Alexander the Great, we will see the archaeological site with the marvelous mosaics. At Vergina, you will visit the most important remains of the monumental palace of the Kingdom of Macedonia, lavishly decorated with mosaics and painted stuccoes, and the burial ground with more than 300 tumuli, some of which date from the 11th century B.C. One of the royal tombs is identified as that of Philip II, who conquered all the Greek cities, paving the way for his son Alexander and the expansion of the Hellenistic world. An intermediate optional stop in the city of Veria, part of the “footsteps’ trail” of St. Paul gives you the chance to have lunch. Optionally – and time-permitting, we can visit the city of Edessa, where you will have the opportunity to see its fascinating waterfalls or include a visit at one of the local wineries. Late in the afternoon, we return to Thessaloniki and your hotel
Dion - Mt. Olympus one day tour This tour will take you to the footsteps of Mt. Olympus; also known as the “home of Gods”. We will first visit the ancient site of Dion, where the mythical Gods were worshipped. We will then have time for an optional lunch break. Later on, we will arrive in the village of Litochoro, where we will take a mild guided walk. A chance to breathe the fresh mountain air, admire the natural beauty, whilst walking through unspoiled forest of the Ainipeas Valley. Returning to Litochoro, we will have the time to enjoy our coffee and visit the picturesque village. Early in the evening, we will return to Thessaloniki DURATION:8 hours
Phillipi - Kavala one day tour Pick up from your hotel for this one day tour from Thessaloniki and drive to Kavala, following the Egnatia highway, built on the path of the Roman ‘Via Egnatia’. Passing by the two lakes of Koroni and Volvi and the village of Asprovalta, we will optionally visit the famous statue of Amphipolis, to visit the Lion statue. Further you may see the place where St. Lydia was baptised, as well as the archaeological site of Philippi, i.e. the ‘Forum Romanum’, ruins of the two early Christian Basilicas (the prison where St. Paul was held and preached in 50 AD), as well as the ancient Greek theatre. Later, we arrive in Kavala, where we will stop for lunch. A short tour around the town follows, where you may see the impressive Roman Aqueduct and the port of Kavala. Early in the evening, we drive back to Thessaloniki and your hotel DURATION: 9 hours
Pella half day tour A short half day tour from Thessaloniki to Pella, the ancient capital of the Macedonian Empire and native town of Alexander the Great, we will see the archaeological site with the marvelous mosaics, as well as the new Museum, opened in October 2009 DURATION: 4 hours
Thessaloniki half day City tour Pick up from your hotel to begin the sightseeing tour of Thessaloniki. You will have the opportunity to see the White Tower, the main landmark of the city, the Helexpo fairgrounds, the university campus, the Galerius Arch, the Rotunda monument, the Citadel and the City Walls, from where you will have a marvelous view of Thessaloniki! During your tour, there will be a short stop at Aghios Demetrius Byzantine church and its crypt, and you will also have the opportunity to visit the Archaeological Museum. DURATION: 3 ½ hours Note: The tour can be tailor-made to focus on the Byzantine, Jewish or Muslim highlights of Thessaloniki
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