From Thessaloniki: Guided Tour of The Land of Aristoteles

From Thessaloniki: Guided Tour of The Land of Aristoteles

Name: From Thessaloniki: Guided Tour of The Land of Aristoteles
Address: Macedonia

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Explore Ancient Stagira, the birthplace of philosopher Aristoteles, and sail towards the south of Athos Peninsula. Have free time and lunch in Ouranoupolis.

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Highlights

Learn about the Ancient Stagira
Relax and have free time in Ouranoupolis
Hear about the Byzantine-era state at Mount Athos
Get insights to legends, land, and myths from your guide

Description

Take an informed tour of Greece and the lands that give legends a place to live. See the beautiful cliffs from the water, and enjoy touring local villages on a half-day trip from Thessaloniki. Accompanied by an official guide, your day starts by leaving behind the Thermaic Gulf and passing by the two lakes Koronia and Volvi, wetlands of international importance. Head east through the beautiful route of the Castle of Rentina, also known as 'The Macedonian Tempi,' where the tragic poet Euripides left his final breath. Arrive at Strymonian Gulf and after leaving behind the village of Stavros. Enter Halkidiki’s region. Heading south, enjoy the wonderful route along the coasts of northeast Halkidiki and spot the small Kapros island where Olympiada the mother of Alexander the Great was kept in jail. Then, see the first point of archaeological interest at the Acropolis of Ancient Stagira, the birthplace of the worldwide-known philosopher Aristoteles, the teacher and mentor of Alexander the Great. Conclude the guided tour. Your next stop is the small port of Ouranoupolis. From this seaport, sail towards the south of the Athos Peninsula, until the tour reaches the south limit, where the highest point is 2.033 m. From here, sail north, along the western coast. Next, you will be able to see from the boat a mysterious and miraculous place that has been for centuries the center of Orthodoxy. You will find new information about the history of Mount Athos and eight of its monasteries. After our return to the Port, you will have free time for lunch or swimming in Ouranoupolis while you enjoy the amazing view of the Singitic Gulf, Athos, and Sithonia Peninsulas. After a full day of impressions, return to the meeting points.