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Thessaloniki has the perfect sea and weather conditions to get introduced to the wonderful sport of sailing

With its sheer walls and tight passageways, the Samaria Gorge is one of Crete’s most striking natural wonders. With this tour, all the logistics are taken care of so all you need do is complete the challenging 10-mile (18-kilometer) hike. Set off from Chania in early morning and arrive at the trailhead ahead of the crowds. After the guided hike, board a boat back to Chora Sfakion, then a bus back to Chania.

Journey to the mythical home of the Greek gods on this full-day tour to mighty Mount Olympus. Explore the ruins of an ancient city and temple dedicated to Zeus at the Dion archaeological site, and see excavated statues and other relics at the museum. Soak up the natural beauty of Olympus and experience Greek alpine culture with a visit to the village of Litochoro and walk through beautiful Enipea Valley.

Eirinikos Glassbottom is the one and only Glassbottom vessel of the area. It is a 3 years old ship and provides luxurious services to its customers. The vessel, of 145 seats, consists of two decks. In the indoor lounge the fully equipped bar offers to the visitors refreshing beverages, drinks and all kinds of coffee.The sophisticated sound systems accompany every cruise with the appropriate music background.

Refresh yourselves in the birthplace of Alexander the Great Imagine yourself in a pool amidst steep rocks, natural waterfalls and wild vegetation. Feel the soothing warmth of the water (37⁰C) taking the strain off your body, and let your eyes wander around the verdant gorge where Agios Nikolaos (Saint Nicholas) stream flows, (aka Thermopotamos meaning "hot river" in Greek). In this Macedonian city, with its welcoming locals, waterfalls and beguiling neighbourhoods, you will live your very own fairytale. Waterfalls within a town? Travel to Macedonia and experience the magic of water. You’ll be charmed by these little miracles sculpted by the Edesseos River. As you wander around, you’ll come to the open-air Water Museum, the only one of its kind in Greece. Here you’ll be introduced to the force that once powered looms and mills of Edessa’s industrial heritage.

Get the most out of your time in Greece by visiting Dion and Mount Olympus in one day. Save time organizing transport by having roundtrip transfers from Thessaloniki included. You’ll enjoy a comprehensive itinerary including stops at Dion (the religious site of ancient Macedonians), the traditional village of Litochoro, the valley of Enipeas, and you’ll also get great views of Mount Olympus.

Dive into the sights and stories of northern Greece on this full-day tour from Thessaloniki. Instead of piling into a crowded tour bus, enjoy the quiet and focus of a small-group tour, not to mention the personalized attention of your group’s tour, as you explore the ruins of the ancient Macedonian city of Philippi. Explore the ‘Forum Romanum’ with your guide and visit other historical highlights like Lydia’s Baptistry, the site where St Lydia of Thyatira was baptised, and the statue of the Amphipolis Lion.

From ancient architecture to award-winning archaeological museums, the most recommended attractions in Thessaloniki tend to be daytime activities. Get a more fulsome picture of Greece’s hippest city during this nighttime city tour; from traditional Greek tavernas to live music and a floating bar, this tour offers the chance to hit the town like a local rather than spending the night glued to your hotel TV.

The Glassbottom, the one of a kind 5 years old vessel provides an interesting cruise, ideal for families ,that combines the monasteries of Mount Athos with Ammouliani's island. In the first part of the cruise we will see the monasteries of Mount Athos till Daphne's port (6 of 9 monasteries), while in the second part we will visit the unique inhabited island of the area Ammouliani. We stop at Alikes lagoon, the most famous lagoon of the island for 1 hour and 30 minutes, where you have the opportunity to swim from the boat stairs. We swim at a depth, where the waters are blue and green. * During May and September and if the weather is not appropriate to stop at Alikes lagoon, we stop at the village of Ammouliani.

Experience the rich historical legacy of Thessaloniki during this private walking tour led by a local archaeologist. Discover a variety of UNESCO World Heritage monuments from the Byzantine and Roman eras, visit the famous White Tower, and step back in time at the Greek Agora and Roman Forum. A private guide and a snack are included.

Buy your hop-on, hop-off bus tickets today and get ready to explore Thessaloniki with City Sightseeing! Once part of the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman Empires, this Greek port city has a rich history which is just waiting to be discovered. Many monuments have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, with some of the mosaics considered great masterpieces of Early Christian art, as we pass most of them with our open top double decker buses. Furthermore, our daily valid tickets give our customers the flixibility to explore the city sights at their leisure and with their own pace.

This a Jewish Heritage walking tour in Thessaloniki's city centre, where the main Jewish community used to live and work for centuries. Although not much of the old buildings is nowadays preserved in this neighbourhood, due to the terrible fire of 1917 and the World War II distructions, the Jewish Community of Thessaloniki has tried to show and renovate the main sites related to the Jewish Heritage. This tour can be done in the mornings only, when the sites are open until 14.00 - not on Saturdays. A longer tour can also be arranged out of the city centre upon request by private transportation to see the east-side of the city with the old Jewish villas of the early 20th century, the new Jewish cemetery on the west-end and also the old railway station, known for the Holocaust deportation of 50.000 Jews by the Nazis by trains.

The coastal scenery off Thessaloniki is considered among the finest in Greece, but the only way to fully appreciate the views is from the waves. On this private boat tour, cruise from Thermaikos Bay to Navagio Beach with your captain, and admire uninterrupted views over the shoreline. With wine and soft drinks on board, soak up the rays and enjoy free time to swim and snorkel at your leisure.

You will start your Apollon Run Hike Experience at the edge of the forest adjacent to the suburb of Panorama, and go on a 5.5Km trail through woodland scenery. The Apollon trail is of moderate difficulty. You will follow a forest road and a path that ascends 190 meters, but you will be rewarded by the serene landscape! Your running/ hiking instructor is very knowledgeable and a local and will happily give you tips and any information you require. At the end of your Apollon Running/ Hiking Experience, your instructor will provide you with some water and a snack and take you back to your location so you can continue your day in Thessaloniki, energised and with a feeling of accomplishment.

Meteora private tour from Thessaloniki The Meteora Monasteries - UNESCO World Heritage Site. A geological phenomenon unique in the world. Impressive mysterious monasteries built on huge sandstone cliffs. Originally, access was only possible using winches and rope ladders. It wasn't until 1925 that there were stairs. The Meteora private tour from Thessaloniki is offered with a German and English speaking driver and guide.

Join our two days rail tour to Meteora to discover the beauty and the history of a unique geological phenomenon and the Byzantine Monasteries, listed as UNESCO World Heritage monuments. This tour includes the train tickets; transfer from and to the train station, 1 night stay with breakfast in a 3 or 4-star hotel, 2 top rated tours and activities at Meteora!

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Wind down after a day of sightseeing in Thessaloniki with a memorable sunset cruise: this private boat trip offers a blissful way to cap off the day’s adventures. Make your own way to the port, hop aboard your well-appointed vessel, and enjoy fruit plates and Champagne on board. Watch the sun set over the Thermaic Gulf—and even stop to swim in the clear waters, if you wish—before heading back to shore.

Discover the captivating clifftop monasteries of Meteora on a full-day tour from Thessaloniki. With a name that means ‘suspended in the air,’ Meteora is one of the most striking architectural sites in Greece thanks to its sky-high community of Orthodox retreats and many-layered past dating back to prehistoric times. Travel to the UNESCO-listed site with a private guide for an unforgettable tour of this natural and cultural treasure. Price is per vehicle, based on a maximum of three passengers.

Experience the rich history and impressive design of the Meteora Monasteries, even if you don’t have access to a car. On this guided tour from Thessaloniki, travel through the plains of central Greece to reach the remote UNESCO-listed structures, perched high on a jutting cliff. Step inside two of the six surviving monasteries, learning about their origins and legacy from a guide. A lunch stop in the nearest town of Kalambaka completes the visit to this inspiring sacred destination.

Join on a 3 hour tour to visit Vergina Royal Tombs, a UNESCO’s World Heritage site and one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece. Explore the ruins of the first Kingdom of Macedonia, dating back to the 11th century B.C. Macedonian Kingdom and learn everything about two of Greece’s most important personalities, King Philip II and his son “Alexander the Great”. This tour has a single price for up to 4 persons!

if you want to see something different and also enrich your knowledge, this cave tour will excite you, as it is of anthropological and paleontological interest.

This private guided experience is unique for the North of Greece visitors, who are interested to see and hear where Christianity all started in Europe and the rest of the world. It is a must-see attraction when travelling in the Steps of St. Paul. Philippi site is also included in the UNESCO World Heritage list and excavations are still going on in this vast site. The ancient theatre of Philippi is used in summertime for the summer Philippi festival plays and concerts today.

The luxurious one-of-a-kind Glassbottom vessel provides you the perfect swimming experience around the most beautiful places of Halkidiki. Every Monday & Friday 11:00-17:00 take part in a fun cruise with 3 stops for swimming in crystal clear waters. Let us organise for you the famous "Greek souvlaki " and enjoy your meal on board. Discover the yellow corals and explore the underwater sea life snorkeling around the well known bay of Blue Lagoon (Vourvourou). Enjoy your meal cruising back to Ammouliani, where we stop once again 45 minutes for swimming from the boat at Alikes Lagoon. The last 45 minutes stop is at the famous 'Carribean of Halkidiki' called Drenia (swimming from the boat). We are back at 17.00 flourished with pictures and the perfect swimming experience.