Discover Mount Athos’ secluded peninsulas and historic monasteries on a guided day cruise from Thessaloniki. Explore ancient sites and enjoy breathtaking views.
Discover Mount Athos’ secluded peninsulas and historic monasteries on a guided day cruise from Thessaloniki. Explore ancient sites and enjoy breathtaking views.
- Mount Athos The Holy Mountain - From this seaport, we will go on with our journey, sailing towards the south of the Athos Peninsula, until we reach the south limit, where the highest point is 2.033 m. From here we shall sail north, along the western coast. You will be able to see from a close distance (from the boat), the mysterious and miraculous…
- Mount Athos The Holy Mountain - From this seaport, we will go on with our journey, sailing towards the south of the Athos Peninsula, until we reach the south limit, where the highest point is 2.033 m. From here we shall sail north, along the western coast. You will be able to see from a close distance (from the boat), the mysterious and miraculous place which has been for centuries the center of Orthodoxy and you will find out new information about the history of Mount Athos and 8 of its monasteries.
- Ouranoupolis - The boat leaves from the port of Ouranoupolis. After the return at the port you will have free time for lunch and swimming.
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Stagira - Ancient Stageira.
A brief guided tour at the Acropolis of Ancient Stageira.
- English-speaking guide
- Cruise ticket
- Information through speakers in various languages
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Pickup and drop-off from selected locations in Thessaloniki city
- English-speaking guide
- Cruise ticket
- Information through speakers in various languages
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Pickup and drop-off from selected locations in Thessaloniki city
- Lunch
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Lunch
- Tips
- Personal expenses
Accompanied by our guide, the day begins as we leave behind the Thermaic Gulf, passing by the internationally significant wetlands of Lakes Koronia and Volvi. Our first archaeological stop is the Acropolis of Ancient Stagira, the birthplace of the philosopher Aristotle, who was the teacher of Alexander the Great. After the guided tour, we head to the…
Accompanied by our guide, the day begins as we leave behind the Thermaic Gulf, passing by the internationally significant wetlands of Lakes Koronia and Volvi. Our first archaeological stop is the Acropolis of Ancient Stagira, the birthplace of the philosopher Aristotle, who was the teacher of Alexander the Great. After the guided tour, we head to the port of Ouranoupolis. From this seaport, we will continue our journey, sailing south along the Athos Peninsula. From the boat, you will get a close view of the mysterious and miraculous place that has been the center of Orthodoxy for centuries, and you will learn new information about the history of Mount Athos and its eight monasteries. After returning to the port, you will have free time for lunch or swimming in Ouranoupolis while enjoying the stunning views of the Singitic Gulf, and the Athos and Sithonia Peninsulas.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Pick up is offered from selected pickup points in Thessaloniki
- Swimsuit is advised in case of good weather we will have freee time for a swim at Ouranoupolis
- The use of comfortable footwear is advised
- Please note that we need the below information for all the participants as it is required from the port authorities 1) Surname: 2) Name: 3) Gender: 4) Date of Birth: 5) Nationality:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
