Mount Athos Resort

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Thessaloniki - depart for Thessaloniki in the afternoon. The second largest port that connects Europe with the countries of the East is located here. The city was founded in 316 B.C. by King Kasandrosa and named after his wife, Thessaloniki. Sightseeing with a guide — old district of Kastro, Basilica of St. Demetrius, the White Tower, Aristotelous Square, the Roman Forum. Free time (approx. 2 h) A boat cruise in the evening - on the so-called water cafe along the uplit waterfront. Return in the evening. Price - approx. 38 EUR. Tour of the peninsula of Kassandra.

Meteora — depart in the early morning. Visiting the monasteries, which constitute an amazing picture, unparalleled anywhere in the world. On the tops of the steep and inaccessible Meteoras dozens of buildings were built, of which only about a dozen have survived to this day. Visiting two of six presently functioning monasteries. Then a drive to the workshop of icons, where you can get to know how they are made. Return in the evening. Price - approx. 58 EUR. Tour of the peninsula of Kassandra.

Arnea, Stagira, Athos Mountain — depart in the morning, on the way to Ouranoupoli port a stop in the picturesque village of Arnea, famous for its production of honey and hand-woven carpets. Distinctive houses with bays, narrow streets, church of St Stephen, the main square of the city, folklore museum - let you feel the atmosphere of Macedonia. Then a visit to the birthplace of Aristotle - Stagira. Aristotle's Park is located there, where you can see models of inventions that were created over the centuries. Travel to Ouranoupoli. Free time. Cruising along the coast of the Holy Mountain of Athos - the biggest mystery of the "third finger" of the peninsula of Chalkidiki. This is the only opportunity to see the separate Theocratic Republic of Monks and the monastic ensembles, especially for women (in 1060, the Byzantine Emperor Constantine Monomachos established the decree, which forbade women entry into the republic). Since then, the border of the monastic autonomy has not been crossed by any woman. At the moment there are 20 monasteries on the peninsula, of which 17 are Greek, one Serbian, one Bulgarian, and one Russian. During the heyday of Mount Athos 20 thousand monks inhabited it, today there are approx. 1700, and there are as many lay helpers. An additional attraction during the trip are the dolphins, often seen in these areas. Return to Ouranoupoli approx. 17.00, depart back. Day trip. Price - approx. 55 EUR. Tour of the peninsula of Kassandra.

Sithonia — a great opportunity to get to know "the second toe" of the peninsula of Chalkidiki - Sithonia. The programme includes the famous factories of honey in Nikiti, where you can buy Greek specialties. Sail on a cruise (approx. 1.5 h) from the charming town of Neos Marmaras. During the cruise there will be time for a swim in the crystal clear waters of the bay Toroneos. After the cruise time for lunch and tasting of the Greek cuisine. At the end, a visit to the famous winery Porto Carras and tasting of local wines. Price - approx. 46 EUR (additionally payable: lunch, wine tasting). Tour of the peninsula of Kassandra.

Cruise to the Holy Mountain of Athos — cruising along the coast of the Holy Mountain of Athos - the biggest mystery of the "third finger" of the peninsula of Chalkidiki. This is the only opportunity to see the separate Theocratic Republic of Monks and the monastic ensembles, especially for women (in 1060, the Byzantine Emperor Constantine Monomachos established the decree, which forbade women entry into the republic). An additional attraction during the trip are the dolphins, often seen in these areas. Return in the afternoon. Price - approx. 33 EUR. Tour of the peninsula of Athos.

Blue Lagoon of Ouranoupoli region — Vourvourou and Ammouliani, which means Greek Caribbean - combination of paradise, sandy beaches, crystal clear, blue water and green of nature. At the beginning of the cruise an exotic group of islands of Vourvourou, a stop and time for swimming and snorkeling (approx. 2 hours). Then a typical Greek lunch: souvlaki, salad, tzatziki, bread, fries, drinks served with lunch: wine or juice. After a meal, a cruise to the island of Ammouliani and the picturesque beach - another opportunity to relax in the crystal waters. A stop in the harbor and free time for a walk around the town. Return to the Ouranoupoli port. Price - approx. 40 EUR (includes lunch with drinks).

Local excursions are organized by local travel agencies under the conditions fixed by them. It's possible to disorganize trips due to low number of applicants.