Category Archives: TRIPS

AMFIPOLI – FILIPPOI – KAVALA

AMFIPOLI – FILIPPOI – KAVALA (8 hours) Amphipolis and Philippi in Macedonia are two of the most significant cities in the region from the Hellenistic to the Byzantine period. Let’s take a historical journey to ancient Amphipolis. Amphipolis was founded in 437 BC by Athenians with the aim of controlling the mines of Thrace. During […]

CHALKIDIKI – KASSANDRA

CHALKIDIKI – KASSANDRA (6 – 7 hours) Kassandra, this beautiful peninsula in northern Greece, essentially forms the first “leg” of the three in the region of Halkidiki. A popular destination for residents of the capital, both for short getaways and longer vacations. Kassandra is one of the busiest and most cosmopolitan areas in Halkidiki, making […]

PELLA – VERGINA

PELLA – VERGINA (6-8 hours) Embark on a journey through time to the ancient cities of Pella and Vergina, where Macedonia’s rich history comes to life. Pella, located approximately 100 kilometers from Polygyros, was once the capital of the Macedonian kingdom under King Archelaus in the 5th century BC. This meticulously planned city boasted grand […]

METEORA

METEORA (8-10 hours) Explore the impressive wonders of Meteora, a cluster of dark-colored rocks towering outside Kalambaka, in the region of Thessaly, Greece. Perched atop these immense vertical cliffs are the renowned monasteries of Meteora, dating back to the 11th century. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Meteora offers a breathtaking landscape that attracts climbers […]