Thessaloniki – Mt Olympus – Vergina [5days]

In the morning, guided tour of the city that throughout the era of the Byzantine Empire was the “co-reigning” city, second in population and prestige after Istanbul. Visit unique monuments and feel the glorious Byzantine past in some of the oldest and most characteristic churches of the Christian world Visit the best sites that represent the historical and cultural significance of Thessaloniki. These sites include the White Tower, the Old city in the upper part of Thessaloniki, the Saint Demetrios Church and many others. Free time for lunch – Rest of the day free to enjoy the time in the bustling center of the city.

Dinner and overnight in Thessaloniki.

Buffet breakfast and departure for Vergina, where we will have the chance to see the most valuable Macedonian tombs, one of which is of Philip II, which was brought to light by the excavation of archaeologist M. Andronikos in 1977. Visit to the archaeological site and museum.

We continue to Dion and Olympus the biggest mountain of Greece the house of the 12 gods.

Return late at midday in Katerini and rest of the day free.

Dinner and overnight.

Breakfast and depart for trekking to Mt. Olympus. Is the most famous mountain in Greece, mythical home of the ancient Greek Gods. From its steep rocky summit, first climbed only 100 years ago, Zeus supposedly hurled his thunderbolts against humankind. Its eastern flanks were the country’s first national park (created in the 1930’s), with dozens of endemic species of flowers, as well as some endangered bird and butterfly species.

Return. Dinner and overnight.

Breakfast – Depending on the flight schedule, departure transfer to Thessaloniki airport with English speaking assistance.