Meteora, Greece
Private tour from Monterrasol Travel in minivan.
Private tour package 12 days in GreeceExploring Central Greece 12 days tour from Thessaloniki. Circle trip via Aegae, Ioannina, Delphi, Meteora, Olympus.tour ID: #419
off-season only tour
Tour summaryExploring Central Greece 12 days tour from Thessaloniki. Private tour from Monterrasol Travel in minivan. Circle trip via Aegae, Ioannina, Delphi, Meteora, Olympus. This page describes details of the multi-day private car tour #419 offered by Monterrasol Travel. We, Monterrasol Travel, are an independent tour operator specialized in cultural and destination tourism. This sightseeing tour has been developed by Monterrasol Travel for private travelers based on our own experiences and belongs to the group of car tours with pre-designed itineraries. If you like this tour but you would like to change something, please do not hesitate to contact us and mention the ID number of this tour: #419. The custom itinerary will cost you nothing, it's free from our side. The tour will start and finish in Thessaloniki (Greece) and will take 12 days (11 nights). During this tour you will visit Pella, Edessa, Mieza, Veria, Aigai, Metsovo, Kalampaka, Meteora, Trikala, Volos, Sesklo, Larissa, Litochoro, Olympus, Dion located in Greece. Overall, with this tour you will visit 2 UNESCO World Heritage sites and 1 site from the UNESCO Tentative List (sites that were submitted to the World Heritage Committee, and are awaiting to consider for nomination, and therefore suitable for inscription on the World Heritage List). Additional informationWe will pick you up at any hotel or place, in or around Thessaloniki. Drop off is the same as pick up, or upon request in another place. We, at Monterrasol Travel, practice the Slow Tourism philosophy. That means that we work our tours at a pace that allows to our clients have a more authentic experience and a true exploring of each destination that features in our itineraries. The default tour price includes rooms in 3-star hotels, which are usually not near historical centers with pedestrian streets. If you would like better accommodation in terms of location and quality level, please contact us. This tour can be booked by solo traveler as exclusive solo tour (the tour will be for you only, without other travelers in the vehicle). The price for 1 person reflects it. We provide for this tour a special discount for pensioners (seniors citizens). We recommend you consider traveling off-season. Advantages of traveling off-season. Photo galleryPhoto gallery of attractions involved in this tour. Tour descriptionCome with us to discover Central Greece on a 12-day circle tour from Thessaloniki. With this off-season tour, we will visit different attractions of Central Greece, important ones as well as lesser-known ones. The very first attraction we will visit is town Pella, where we will explore its archaeological site and museum. From Pella we will come to town Edessa, to explore its attractions, small historical center, archaeological site, and the monastery of Holy Trinity. From Edessa, we will visit the area of Mieza, to see its archaeological site, ancient theater, and historical landmarks related to Aristotle. After Mieza, we will come to see the Byzantine museum in Veria, and see the so-called Podium of Paul the Apostle, the site where he talked with people. Near Veria, we will come to Aegae, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List because of its monumental significance in Western civilization and exceptional architecture. Aegae was the first capital of the Macedonian kingdom and the burial place for their kings, considered to be one of the biggest and most significant places of classical Greece. From Veria, we will come for an overnight stay in the mountain town Metsovo, known for its wine and cheese. Our next destination is Kalampaka. Here we will climb steps of several Meteora monasteries (UNESCO World Heritage site). We will visit all monasteries that are open during these two days. After the Meteora monasteries, we will come to town Trikala, see its fortress, and continue our tour toward the coastal town of Volos. Before coming to Volos, we will explore the archaeological site Sesklo, related to the Greek Neolithic Period (ca. 6000-3000 BCE). We will stay again 2 nights in the coastal town of Volos, where we also will visit its archaeological museum to see artifacts from Sesklo. Near Volos is located the mountain monastery of Holy Archangels, which we will see also on the same day. In Larissa, we will see its archaeological museum and ancient theater. From Larissa, we will come to the area of Mount Olympus and learn how the area was explored over centuries. We also will visit the large archaeological site Dion and see its archaeological museum and ancient theater. Border crossing for this tripThis tour does not require border crossing. Money and paymentsIn each country of your trip you can use main credit and debit cards. You can use ATM to withdrawal cash or pay at purchase point with card. More information on currencies, payments, and use cards you can read on this our page: On the trip: currencies, payments, card use. Last reviewed: 7 October 2025 Tour itineraryTour starts in: Thessaloniki, Greece day 1: travel to Pella, visit Pella archaeological site, visit Pella museum; travel to Edessa for accommodation Tour finishes in: Thessaloniki, Greece Planned distance of this tour: 835 km. What is a good itinerary for a multi-day tourHow to understand if this itinerary is good for you? Read our advice: what is a good itinerary for a multi-day tour. If you like this private tour and itinerary but you would like to change something, please do not hesitate to contact us and mention the ID number of this tour: #419. We do not charge for development a custom car tour itinerary, it will cost you nothing. We will be glad to discuss with you the details of your future trip and plan it following your ideas and wishes. Visited places during the tourOur tour will pass several towns and places along the route. Each town and place has something to offer from a tourist's point of view. We will stop in each place and explore its attractions. The exact attractions for each place or town can be seen in the tour's itinerary. Here is the list of places visited during this tour, in the order they appear in the itinerary. Pella, GreeceKnown for archaeological site, museum Pella, located in northern Greece, is a town of great historical importance and an archaeological treasure trove. It once served as the capital city of ancient Macedonia and is recognized as the birthplace of Alexander the Great and his father, Philip II. Positioned in the fertile plains of Macedon, Pella lies southwest of Thessaloniki and feature large archaeological site and modern archaeological museum. Edessa, GreeceKnown for ancient theatre, archaeological site, museum, waterfall, orthodox church Edessa is a picturesque city in northern Greece, located in the region of Central Macedonia. It is famously nicknamed the ＂City of Waters＂ because of the numerous waterfalls that cascade through its urban landscape, creating a unique blend of natural beauty and history. Mieza, GreeceKnown for ancient theatre, archaeological site, infocenter Veria, GreeceKnown for historical center, museum Aigai (Aegae), GreeceKnown for ancient settlement, ancient theatre, archaeological site, museum; archaeological site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site The archaeological site of Aegae, also known as Aigai, is situated in northern Greece, approximately 80 km southeast of Thessaloniki, at the foot of the Pierian Mountains. This site was the original capital of the ancient Macedonian kingdom It was here that Alexander the Great was proclaimed king in 336 BC. Aegae listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its monumental significance in Western civilization. Metsovo, GreeceKnown for architecture, mountain town, museum, viewpoint, winery A mountain town, amphitheatrically built across the slope of the Pindus Mountain range, with a unique commercial history, Mestovo has year-round activities, enhanced by its specialty wines and cheeses. Metsovo has tons of authentic character; well known as a mountain escape by locals, it is a year-round destination that offers gorgeous surroundings, even more so in the winter, when majestic white snow blankets the village. Kalampaka, GreeceKnown for museum, natural phenomenon, viewpoint Kalampaka is a significant tourist destination due to its proximity to the monasteries of Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The town is nestled at the foothills of the extraordinary geological phenomenon of Meteora, a series of giant cliffs that dominate the landscape. The town is also known for its homemade sausages, top-quality meat, cheese, and yogurt, as well as local specialties like homemade pies, as well as for hand-made wood-carved objects, religious icons, and local embroideries. Meteora, GreeceKnown for landmark, nature, viewpoint, orthodox monastery; monastery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site The Meteora is a rock formation in central Greece hosting one of the largest and most precipitously built complexes of Eastern Orthodox monasteries, second in importance only to Mount Athos. Meteora is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Trikala, GreeceKnown for castle, park Trikala is a city with a rich history and a gateway into the mountainous region of northwestern Greece. Volos, GreeceKnown for ancient settlement, archaeological site, beach, coastal town, marina, museum, nature, seaport Volos, one of the cities that never ceases to amaze! It is not only conveniently located for exploring Mount Pelion (the Centaurs mountain) and the Sporades Islands, but it is also a renowned gastronomic attraction in Greece. Sesklo, GreeceKnown for ancient settlement, archaeological site Larissa, GreeceKnown for ancient theatre, archaeological site; ancient theatre is a UNESCO Tentative List Site Larissa, surrounded by lush valleys and some of the most imposing mountains in Greece, is in close proximity of many interesting destinations in the region (Mount Olympus, Mount Kissavos, Meteora, Lake Plastira, Pilio, among others) suitable for daily trips. Litochoro, GreeceKnown for museum, nature, orthodox church Olympus, GreeceKnown for forest, infocenter, landmark, park, river, viewpoint, wildlife Dion, GreeceKnown for ancient theatre, archaeological park, archaeological site, museum The Archaeological Park of Dion, the most important archaeological site at Mount Olympus in Greece, features several notable sanctuaries, including those dedicated to Zeus, Demeter, Artemis, Asklepios, and Isis. The Sanctuary of Demeter is the oldest, dating back to the Archaic period, while the Sanctuary of Zeus was built during the Hellenistic period. The site also includes a theater, which, although rebuilt in wood, was once a venue for concerts and shows. #419 Tour mapTour starts in: Thessaloniki, Greece 
day 1: Pella archaeological site; Pella museum; accommodation in Edessa Tour finishes in: Thessaloniki, Greece Planned distance of this tour: 835 km. Availability of this tourPlease check below for the availability of this private tour for a specific month and year. In addition, for this tour, a 30 days cut-off period is in effect. Of course, you are always welcome to contact us with questions about availability. Check availability for specific period:
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Price from€ 4,079
The min amount of people in this tour: 1 This private tour is not available from 19 May to 31st August. SRS means single room supplement. Prices above depend on the season. Read our pricing policy. Maybe you want?What the tour includes• transport with driver • transportation in car with air conditioner • the car is minivan by default • company's tour guide • English spoken driver and tour guide • tour guide all the time with you • transportation for your group only, no foreigners • accommodation in 3-star hotels or pensions • accommodation with breakfast only What the tour does not include• lunch and dinner • accommodation in single rooms • hotel tourist tax • professional tour guide • entry fees and tickets • flights tickets • ferry tickets • travel insurance • country visas Safe TravelsThe Safe Travels stamp allows travelers to recognize destination companies around the world that have implemented health and hygiene protocols that are aligned with WTTC's Global Safe Travels Protocols. Monterrasol Travel Private tours has implemented health and hygiene protocols. Monterrasol Travel is the Safe Travels company.  |
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