Greece · Archaeology

12-Day Central Greece Heritage Tour with Aegae, Meteora and Olympus

12 Days Round trip from Pella 580 05 Easy pace
Ancient Pella

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the archaeological sites of Pella, Mieza, Dion, and Larissa
  • 02 Visit the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Aegae and Meteora
  • 03 Discover monasteries, museums, ancient theatres, and historic landmarks across Central Greece
  • 04 Enjoy mountain towns, coastal scenery in Volos, and local wine tasting

Discover Central Greece on a 12-day circle tour from Thessaloniki, visiting key historical and cultural sites across Pella, Edessa, Mieza, Aegae, Meteora, Volos, Larissa, Olympus, and Dion. Explore archaeological wonders, admire the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Aegae and Meteora, and visit monasteries, museums, and ancient theatres along the way. The journey also includes mountain towns such as Metsovo and Litochoro, coastal scenery in Volos, and local wine tasting. This private minivan tour offers a relaxed off-season experience for small groups, combining history, culture, and scenic landscapes.

Discover Central Greece on a 12-day circle tour from Thessaloniki, visiting key historical and cultural sites across Pella, Edessa, Mieza, Aegae, Meteora, Volos, Larissa, Olympus, and Dion.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Thessaloniki, Larissa, Veria, Trikala, Meteora, Kalabaka, Pella, Litochoro, Mount Olympus, Volos
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Pella Archaeological Site and Museum

  • Visit the Pella archaeological site and Pella Museum.
  • Accommodation in Edessa.
2
Day 02

Ancient Edessa, Waterfalls, and Holy Trinity Monastery

  • Visit the Ancient Edessa archaeological site, Edessa waterfall, Edessa, and Holy Trinity Monastery.
  • Accommodation in Edessa.
3
Day 03

Mieza and Aristotle's School

  • Visit Mieza, the cultural center of Aristotle's School infocenter, the Macedonian Tomb of Judgment archaeological site, and the ancient theatre of Mieza.
  • Accommodation in Veria.
4
Day 04

Aegae UNESCO World Heritage Site

  • Visit the Aegae archaeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Aegae Museum.
  • Accommodation in Veria.
5
Day 05

Veria, the Podium of Paul the Apostle, and Metsovo

  • Visit the Veria Museum, Veria, the Podium of Paul the Apostle historical landmark, and the mountain town of Metsovo.
  • Accommodation in Metsovo.
6
Day 06

Metsovo Winery and Meteora

  • Visit a Metsovo winery and Meteora Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Accommodation in Kalampaka.
7
Day 07

Meteora Monastery and Kalampaka Museum

  • Visit Meteora Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Kalampaka Museum.
  • Accommodation in Kalampaka.
8
Day 08

Trikala Fortress and Sesklo

  • Visit Trikala Fortress and the Sesklo archaeological site.
  • Accommodation in Volos.
9
Day 09

Volos and Holy Archangels Monastery

  • Visit Volos, Holy Archangels Monastery, and the Volos Museum.
  • Accommodation in Volos.
10
Day 10

Larissa Ancient Theatre and Museum

  • Visit the Larissa Museum and the Larissa ancient theatre, a UNESCO Tentative List site.
  • Accommodation in Litochoro.
11
Day 11

Olympus Infocenter and St Dionysios Monastery

  • Visit the Olympus infocenter and St Dionysios Monastery.
  • Accommodation in Litochoro.
12
Day 12

Dion Archaeological Site, Museum, and Ancient Theatre

  • Visit the Dion archaeological site, Dion Museum, and the Dion ancient theatre.
  • Return to Thessaloniki.
Pella archaeological site, Aegae archaeological site, Meteora Monastery, Mount Olympus

Where this trip takes you

Pella archaeological site, Aegae archaeological site, Meteora Monastery, Mount Olympus

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pella 580 05 10 cities · 12 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport with driver
  • Transportation in a minivan with air conditioning
  • Private transportation for your group only
  • Company tour guide
  • Tour guide throughout the tour
  • Accommodation in 3-star hotels or pensions
  • Breakfast included
  • Accommodation in double rooms
  • Internet access at all accommodations
  • English-speaking driver and guide

What's Not Included

  • Lunch and dinner
  • Accommodation in single rooms
  • Hotel tourist tax
  • Entry fees and tickets
  • Flight tickets
  • Ferry tickets
  • Travel insurance
  • Country visas

What to bring

  • Good travel mood and positive energy

Know before you go

  • We provide this tour during the off-season period, from September 1 until March 19 of the following year. We recommend considering this tour before or after the high season, when it is less hot and less crowded, while all sights and attractions are already or still open. This is especially suitable for elderly people who need to be careful with sun exposure and high temperatures.
  • Cut-off period: your booking will be accepted only if there are at least 30 days before the tour starts.
  • This is a private tour. Only your group will participate.
  • This tour accepts a minimum of 1 person and a maximum of 5 people.
  • This tour is available for solo travelers as an exclusive solo tour. The tour will be for you only, without other travelers in the vehicle, and the price for 1 person reflects this.
  • A single supplement is mandatory; solo travelers must pay extra to have their private room, except when the tour is booked for 1 person.
  • This tour, like our other tours, is available in English and Spanish.
  • As a private tour, this tour can be customized to fit your travel plans, personal interests, and schedule.
  • Only breakfast is included during the tour. As a rule, we stay in each place of accommodation for only 1 night, so it makes little sense to pay there for lunch and dinner. Instead, enjoy the local cuisine.
  • Transportation is in a minivan with air conditioning and an English-speaking driver. Feel free to ask for a stop whenever you need one, whether for a nice photo or a coffee break.
  • Our prices include accommodation in 3-star hotels with breakfast, which are typically not near historical centers with pedestrian streets. If you prefer better accommodation in terms of location and quality, please let us know.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
We will pick you up at any hotel or place in Thessaloniki or the surrounding area.
Tour start
Pella 580 05, Greece
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 days finish where they began, in Pella 580 05.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room €7,751.00 — €13,808.00
Double Sharing €7,751.00

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