Greece · UNESCO Heritage Sites

15-Day Northern Greece Tour with Thasos, Philippi and Zagori

15 Days Round trip from Thessaloniki Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the UNESCO-listed archaeological site of Philippi and uncover its Roman design and early Christian legacy
  • 02 Experience Thasos island by visiting ancient ruins, marble quarries, waterfalls, and seaside monasteries
  • 03 Taste premium wines at renowned wineries in the Kavala region, including Biblia Chora and Chateau Nico Lazaridi
  • 04 Discover the royal heritage of ancient Macedonia at Aegae, the first capital and burial site of Macedonian kings
  • 05 Wander through the UNESCO-listed Zagori region and admire its stone villages, bridges, and cultural landscape
  • 06 Hike through Vikos Gorge and scenic mountain trails before concluding in Ioannina, surrounded by history and alpine beauty

Discover Northern Greece on a 15-day journey from Thessaloniki through Amphipolis, Kavala, Thasos, Veria, Aegae, and the Zagori region. Explore the UNESCO-listed site of Philippi, taste regional wines in the Kavala area, and uncover Thasos island's ancient ruins, monasteries, waterfalls, and marble quarries. Continue through places tied to Macedonian and Byzantine heritage before heading into the UNESCO-listed Zagori cultural landscape. There, hike scenic mountain trails, admire Vikos Gorge and its iconic stone bridges, and conclude in Ioannina surrounded by mountain scenery and rich cultural history.

There, hike scenic mountain trails, admire Vikos Gorge and its iconic stone bridges, and conclude in Ioannina surrounded by mountain scenery and rich cultural history.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 15 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Ioannina, Thessaloniki, Kavala, Serres, Veria, Thasos, Vikos–Aoös National Park
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

From Thessaloniki to Amphipolis and Kavala

  • Depart from Thessaloniki and drive to Amphipolis.
  • Visit the Amphipolis archaeological park and museum.
  • Explore the Lion of Amphipolis monument.
  • Continue to Biblia Chora winery and taste regional wines.
  • Drive to Kavala and check in.

Stay overnight in Kavala.

2
Day 02

Discover Kavala's Old Town and Fortress

  • Explore the Kavala coastal town.
  • Visit Kavala Fortress for panoramic views.
  • Walk through the historical center and harbor area.

Stay overnight in Kavala.

3
Day 03

Philippi Ruins and Kavala Wine Tasting

  • Drive to the Philippi archaeological site.
  • Explore the UNESCO-listed ruins and Roman urban layout.
  • Visit the ancient theatre and Philippi Museum.
  • Continue to Chateau Nico Lazaridi winery for wine tasting.
  • Return to Kavala and stay overnight.
4
Day 04

Ferry Crossing to Thasos Island

  • Drive to the port and take a ferry to Thasos island.
  • Explore Thasos town.
  • Visit the Ancient Agora.
  • Discover the Gate of Silenus landmark.

Stay overnight in Thasos.

5
Day 05

Waterfalls, Monastery, and Heritage of Thasos

  • Visit Kefalogourna waterfalls.
  • Explore Archangel Michael Monastery overlooking the sea.
  • Discover the Marble Quarry.
  • Visit the Aliki archaeological site.
  • Explore the Sotirelis Olive Oil Museum.

Stay overnight in Thasos.

6
Day 06

Back to the Mainland via Alistrati and Monasteries

  • Take a ferry back to the mainland.
  • Drive to Alistrati and explore Alistrati Cave.
  • Visit the Monastery of the Ascension of the Lord in Proti.
  • Visit Virgin Mary Eikosiphoinissa Monastery near Amphipolis.
  • Continue to Serres and check in.

Stay overnight in Serres.

7
Day 07

From Serres to Veria's Byzantine Heritage

  • Drive to Veria.
  • Visit Veria Museum to explore Byzantine heritage.
  • Visit the Podium of Paul the Apostle.

Stay overnight in Veria.

8
Day 08

Royal Tombs of Aegae and Mountain Metsovo

  • Drive to the Aegae archaeological site.
  • Explore the royal tombs and museum of ancient Macedonia.
  • Continue to the Metsovo mountain town.
  • Explore Metsovo and its traditional architecture.

Stay overnight in Metsovo.

9
Day 09

From Metsovo to the Zagori Region

  • Visit Katogi Averof winery in Metsovo.
  • Drive toward the Zagori region.
  • Explore the Stone Forest natural formations.
  • Stop at Oxya viewpoint for Vikos Gorge views.
  • Continue to Monodendri village.

Stay overnight in Monodendri.

10
Day 10

Stone Paths, Bridge, and Monastery in Vitsa and Monodendri

  • Visit Vitsa village.
  • Hike along traditional stone paths.
  • Explore Misiou Bridge.
  • Visit the Monastery of St Paraskevi in Monodendri.

Stay overnight in Monodendri.

11
Day 11

Vikos Gorge Views and the Papingo Villages

  • Drive to Vikos village.
  • Visit the Vikos Gorge viewpoint.
  • Hike around Voidomatis Springs.
  • Continue to Papingo villages.

Stay overnight in Papingo.

12
Day 12

Papingo Villages and Rock Pools

  • Explore Papingo and Mikro Papingo villages.
  • Visit the Papingo Rock Pools.
  • Walk through traditional stone paths.

Stay overnight in Papingo.

13
Day 13

Zagori Stone Bridges and Tsepelovo Village

  • Visit Agiou Mina, Kapetan Arkouda, and Kokkorou bridges.
  • Explore Kapesovo village.
  • Continue to Tsepelovo village.

Stay overnight in Tsepelovo.

14
Day 14

Vradeto Steps, Beloi Viewpoint, and Kipoi Bridges

  • Visit Vradeto village.
  • Hike to Beloi viewpoint.
  • Walk the historic Vradeto Steps.
  • Explore Plakidas and Lazaridi bridges.
  • Continue to Kipoi village.

Stay overnight in Kipoi.

15
Day 15

Final Zagori Bridges and Arrival in Ioannina

  • Visit Mylos, Pitsonis, Dovris, and Kaloutas bridges.
  • Explore Aspraggeli village.
  • Drive to Ioannina.
  • Arrive and conclude the tour in Ioannina.
Philippi archaeological site, Thasos town, Kavala Fortress, Vikos Gorge

Where this trip takes you

Philippi archaeological site, Thasos town, Kavala Fortress, Vikos Gorge

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Thessaloniki 7 cities · 15 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation with a driver.
  • Transportation in a minivan with air conditioning.
  • Transportation for your group only.
  • Company's tour guide.
  • Tour guide with you at all times.
  • Accommodation in 3-star hotels or pensions.
  • Accommodation with breakfast only.
  • Accommodation in double rooms.
  • Accommodation always with internet access, provided by the property.
  • 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

  • Comfortable walking shoes for archaeological sites, villages, and hiking trails.
  • Weather-appropriate clothing for mountain areas and the off-season travel period.
  • A light jacket for cooler temperatures, especially in the Zagori region.
  • Sun protection, including a hat and sunscreen.
  • Personal items for ferry crossings and daily excursions.

Know before you go

  • Provide this tour during the off-season period from September 1 until March 16 of the following year. Recommend planning travel outside the high season to avoid heat and crowds while ensuring all attractions remain open. Emphasize suitability for elderly travelers who require reduced sun exposure and moderate temperatures.
  • Require a minimum booking lead time of 45 days before the tour start date.
  • Operate this experience as a fully private tour with participation limited to your group only.
  • Allow bookings for a minimum of 1 person and a maximum of 5 people.
  • Offer an exclusive solo tour option where a single traveler receives a fully private experience without sharing the vehicle. Reflect this in the pricing for one participant.
  • Apply a mandatory single supplement for solo travelers requiring a private room, except when the booking is made for one person.
  • Provide tour services in English and Spanish.
  • Customize the itinerary based on travel plans, personal interests, and schedule preferences.
  • Include daily breakfast only. Encourage guests to explore local cuisine independently for lunch and dinner due to single-night stays in each location.
  • Provide transportation in an air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking driver. Allow flexible stops for photography, rest, or coffee breaks upon request.
  • Include accommodation in 3-star hotels with breakfast, typically located outside historical pedestrian centers. Offer upgrades to more centrally located or higher-quality hotels upon request.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup is available from any hotel or location in Thessaloniki or the surrounding area.
Tour start
Thessaloniki, Greece
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 15 days finish where they began, in Thessaloniki.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room €9,324.00 — €16,333.00
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