Known for ancient settlement, archaeological site, coastal town, fortress, marina, museum, promenade, railroad, seaport
Volos is a dynamic seaside city in central Greece, situated between Athens and Thessaloniki, combining divine sea and daring mountains as a gateway to Mount Pelion, a home to many traditional villages, and serving as the first step to the Sporades islands.
You understand, it is impossible to see Greece just in a couple of days. Come with us to explore Greece in a 1-2 week road trip. We will pass Volos, along with other Greece' attractions, to discover the soul of the country, its way of life, culture and traditions, food and drinks. Browse our tours passing Volos, or contact us directly for a custom tour in Greece. By the way, we charge nothing for a custom itinerary. Contact us directly, let's plan all the details of your trip and get it done!
Ano Pedina - Known for hiking pass, mountain town, scenic road, viewpoint, Zagori cultural landscape, orthodox monastery; Zagori cultural landscape is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Argos - Known for ancient theatre, archaeological site, castle, fortress, historical center, museum, orthodox cathedral; archaeological site is a UNESCO Tentative List Site
Arta - Known for bridge, byzantine empire, castle, museum, orthodox cathedral
Aspraggeli - Known for mountain town, scenic road, Zagori cultural landscape, orthodox church; Zagori cultural landscape is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Athens - Known for ancient theatre, archaeological site, historical center, museum, sightseeing; historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Bassae - Known for archaeological site, viewpoint; archaeological site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Chalkida - Known for aqueduct, beach, bridge, castle, coastal town, marina, museum, viewpoint, orthodox church, islam mosque
Corfu - Known for archaeological site, beach, fortress, historical center, island, marina, medieval old town, museum, promenade, scenic road, sightseeing, viewpoint
Corinth - Known for ancient theatre, archaeological site, beach, bridge, coastal town, fortress, landmark, viewpoint
Corinth canal - Known for landmark, sightseeing, viewpoint
Delphi - Known for ancient theatre, archaeological site, museum; archaeological site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Diakopto - Known for coastal town, railroad, scenic road
Dimitsana - Known for bridge, hiking pass, mountain town, scenic road, viewpoint, orthodox monastery
Dion - Known for ancient theatre, archaeological park, archaeological site, museum
Larissa - Known for ancient theatre, archaeological site; ancient theatre is a UNESCO Tentative List Site
Livadeia - Known for castle, medieval old town, river, waterfall
Messene - Known for ancient settlement, ancient theatre, archaeological site, landmark, museum, viewpoint; archaeological site is a UNESCO Tentative List Site
Mesolongi (Messolonghi) - Known for beach, coastal town, lake, landmark, promenade, wildlife
Meteora - Known for landmark, nature, viewpoint, orthodox monastery; monastery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Methoni - Known for beach, castle, coastal town, viewpoint; castle is a UNESCO Tentative List Site
Metsovo - Known for architecture, mountain town, museum, viewpoint, winery
Monemvasia - Known for ancient settlement, beach, coastal town, hiking pass, island, medieval old town, viewpoint, orthodox church
Monodendri - Known for hiking pass, mountain town, museum, scenic road, sightseeing, viewpoint, Zagori cultural landscape, orthodox church, orthodox monastery; Zagori cultural landscape is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Mycenae - Known for ancient settlement, archaeological site, viewpoint; archaeological site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Mystras - Known for ancient settlement, archaeological site, viewpoint, orthodox monastery; archaeological site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Nafpaktos - Known for beach, castle, coastal town, marina, monument, museum, promenade, viewpoint
Nafplio - Known for castle, coastal town, fortified town, fortress, historical center, marina, monument, museum, promenade, viewpoint; fortress is a UNESCO Tentative List Site; castle is a UNESCO Tentative List Site; fortified town is a UNESCO Tentative List Site
Oiniadai (Oeniadae) - Known for ancient settlement, ancient theatre, archaeological site, walls; archaeological site is a UNESCO Tentative List Site
Olympia - Known for archaeological site, museum; archaeological site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Palace of Nestor - Known for archaeological site, architecture, landmark
Parga - Known for beach, castle, coastal town, promenade
Patras - Known for archaeological site, castle, coastal town, museum, promenade, seaport, viewpoint, winery, orthodox cathedral
Porto Kagio - Known for beach, coastal town, marina, viewpoint
Preveza - Known for castle, coastal town, marina, museum, seaport
Pylos - Known for beach, bridge, castle, coastal town, fortress, marina, venetian empire, wildlife
Rio - Known for bridge, coastal town, fortress, seaport, viewpoint
Sparta - Known for ancient settlement, archaeological site
Veria - Known for historical center, historical landmark, museum
Vitsa - Known for bridge, hiking pass, mountain town, scenic road, viewpoint, Zagori cultural landscape, orthodox church; Zagori cultural landscape is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Western Thrace - Known for beach, forest, lake, landmark, nature, park, river
Last reviewed: 11 December 2025
Volos description
Volos is a dynamic seaside city in central Greece, known for its busy harbor, youthful feel, and pleasant waterfront full of cafes and restaurants. It is one of the larger urban centers in the country and a favored stop for travelers exploring mainland Greece.
The city lies at the innermost point of the Pagasetic Gulf, at the foot of Mount Pelion, so visitors enjoy both sea views and mountain scenery in the same place. This combination makes Volos an ideal base for excursions to beaches, traditional mountain villages, and hiking trails.
Modern Volos is built near the ancient cities of Iolkos, Demetrias, and Pagasae, all of which played important roles in antiquity. The area has been inhabited since prehistoric times, with nearby Neolithic settlements such as Sesklo and Dimini offering insight into very early Greek communities.
In Greek mythology, Iolkos was the homeland of Jason, who built the ship Argo here and sailed with the Argonauts in search of the Golden Fleece. This legendary voyage gives Volos a strong mythic identity, which is reflected today in local symbols and cultural events.
During Hellenistic times the city of Demetrias, founded by a Macedonian king, became a key strategic and commercial center around the gulf. Later, in Byzantine and Ottoman periods, the settlement around the castle evolved as a fortified coastal town controlling the area.
The modern city began to expand outside the old castle in the 19th century, helped by its port and by the integration of Thessaly into the Greek state in 1881. Volos soon developed into an important industrial and trading hub, drawing new residents from surrounding rural regions.
Today Volos is a lively university and commercial city, with a population in the tens of thousands and a strong student presence that keeps the atmosphere energetic. Along the seafront promenade, locals and visitors stroll, cycle, and relax in numerous bars and eateries, especially at sunset.
For tourists, the long waterfront is one of the main attractions, with views over the gulf, moored boats, and easy access to the city center. Many traditional taverns here serve tsipouro with small plates of seafood, making a distinctive local dining experience.
Volos also has interesting museums, including the Archaeological Museum, which displays finds from the Neolithic sites and ancient cities of the region. Visitors can also explore museums dedicated to local history and industry, reflecting the citys role as a manufacturing and port town.
Nearby, the Neolithic sites of Sesklo and Dimini invite short excursions to see early settlements, fortifications, and artifacts in their original landscape. These sites appeal especially to travelers interested in archaeology and the beginnings of urban life in Greece.
The port of Volos remains one of the busiest in Greece, handling cargo and passenger traffic and connecting the mainland with the Sporades islands. For tourists, ferry links make it simple to combine a stay in Volos with visits to Skiathos, Skopelos, or Alonissos.
On the mountain side, traditional Pelion villages such as Makrinitsa and Portaria lie just above the city, offering stone houses, cobbled lanes, and cool views over the gulf. These settlements are popular for day trips, with guesthouses, small squares, and walking paths among chestnut and plane trees.
In winter, Mount Pelion even has a ski center, while in summer its slopes lead down to small beaches and coves on both the Pagasetic Gulf and the Aegean side. This seasonal variety allows visitors to enjoy outdoor activities all year round, from skiing and hiking to swimming and sailing.
Within the city, modern streets mix with older neighborhoods around the castle hill and Ano Volos, where houses climb the lower slopes of Pelion. Street art, restored industrial buildings, and cultural venues show how the city reuses its industrial past for present-day events and festivals.
Volos is interesting for tourists because it combines mythology, ancient and modern history, urban energy, and easy access to nature in a single destination. Travelers can use it as a base for exploring Pelion, the islands, and archaeological sites, while still enjoying the comforts and nightlife of a sizeable city.
Pelion railway
Near Volos is located famous the narrow-gauge Pelion railway, a scenic historic train line running from the coast into the green slopes of Mount Pelion, offering a charming combination of coastal views, mountain scenery and vintage rail travel that appeals to many travelers.
The line starts at Volos suburb and climbs into Pelion, reaching town Ano Lechonia and finishing at town Milies, threading through villages, olive groves and forests along the Pagasetic Gulf's eastern shore.
Built around the turn of the 20th century, the railway was engineered to link Volos with Pelion's mountain settlements, using a 600 mm narrow gauge to negotiate steep, confined terrain and sharp curves. The railway was opened in stages between the 1890s and early 1900s and helped integrate mountain communities with the port and regional markets, encouraging travel, trade and tourism in the area.
Traditional steam and diesel trains once ran the route; today the preserved vintage carriages and locomotives give the trip a nostalgic, leisurely mood that suits photographers and families. Tourists enjoy boardings in Volos or Ano Lechonia for short excursions or the full journey to Milies, pausing at stations to explore stone-built villages, cafes and viewpoints along the way.
The Pelion railway combines heritage rail charm, striking landscapes, and access to Pelion's picturesque villages and hiking paths, making it a compelling day trip for culture, nature and railway enthusiasts.
Volos related tours
We at Monterrasol Travel welcome you to see Volos during multi-day private car tour. Contact us if you would like to customize your tour to Volos.
We have developed several private tours that visiting beautiful Volos. But, if you have a special conditions or any from these tours fit you, please do not hesitate to contact us, we can organize a tour exactly as you would like. We charge nothing for develop a custom itinerary. And remember, we have no problems to take you from almost any place where you stay, hotel or private accommodation.
tour destinations: Ancient Corinth, Corinth canal, Delphi, Dimini, Hosios Loukas, Kalampaka, Larissa, Livadeia, Meteora, Nafpaktos, Patras, Sesklo, Thermopylae, Volos
Come with us to explore Central Greece with our 9-day circle tour from Athens. We will come to visit the main and must-see attractions of Central Greece. We aimed this tour to first-time visitors of Greece interested in the classic attractions of Greece, Greek culture and cuisine.
After we pick you up in Athens, the very first attraction we will visit is the town of Livadeia, its old medieval part, where we will learn the history of the local Oracle. The next attraction to see is a historic walled monastery Hosios Loukas (UNESCO World Heritage site), founded in the mid-10th century, one of the most important monuments of Middle Byzantine architecture and art.
In Delphi (UNESCO World Heritage site), famous for its Oracle, we will explore its archaeological site and museum. We will stay two nights in the coastal town of Volos, where we will explore the archaeological sites of Sesklo and Dimini, related to the Greek Neolithic Period (ca. 6000-3000 BCE). In Volos, we will visit its archaeological museum to see artifacts from Sesklo and Dimini.
On the way to Kalampaka, the town from where we will come to see the cliff monasteries of Meteora (UNESCO World Heritage site), we will visit Larissa, a town with an ancient theater and a beautiful archaeological museum. In Kalampaka we will spend two nights, and will visit all monasteries that are open during these two days.
From Kalampaka, we will take a quite long road to the beautiful coastal town of Nafpaktos, and on the way, we will visit Thermopylae, the famous place where Leonidas, the great King of Sparta, together with his 300 warriors, stopped the Persian army of King Xerxes.
In Nafpaktos, we will need to see its fortress, overlooking the whole bay, and learn why this town was always so important. We will also come to see the nearby monastery, and will explore the old port of Nafpaktos, learn its history, and see why the statue of the famous Miguel de Cervantes stays here.
On the way to Patras, we will admire the beautiful 2880 meters long Rio–Antirrio Bridge, one of the world's longest multi-span cable-stayed bridges and the longest of the fully suspended type.
In Patras, we must see its hilly fortress, explore several attractions from the Roman period, and come to see the cathedral of Saint Andrew, dedicated to the Apostle, the second-largest in the Balkans and a place of pilgrimage for Christians from all over the world. By your choice, the scheduled visit to the Patras fortress can be replaced by a visit to the Patras archaeological museum.
On the way back to Athens, we will come to see the archaeological site and museum in Ancient Corinth and admire the view of the Corinth canal. Ancient Corinth was a powerful and prosperous city-state in ancient Greece, renowned for its strategic location on the Isthmus of Corinth.
Come 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 the town of Pella, where we will explore its archaeological site and museum. From Pella we will come to the town of Edessa to explore its attractions, small historical center, archaeological site, and the monastery of the 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 the town of 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 also see on the same day.
In Larissa (UNESCO Tentative List site), 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.
We welcome you to travel with us across Central Greece to explore lesser-known locations with our 14-day off-season circle tour from Igoumenitsa.
Traveling to lesser-known locations offers the unique benefit of authentic and immersive cultural experiences. Unlike popular tourist spots often saturated with visitors, these destinations allow for meaningful interactions with locals who are genuinely welcoming and willing to share their traditions, customs, and lifestyles.
We will start with visiting the Necromanteion of Acheron (oracle of the dead), an unusual site with an ancient Greek temple of necromancy devoted to Hades and Persephone. After Necromanteion, we will see the archaeological site Cassope, a magnificent and remote site on a high platform overlooking the sea.
We will spend 2 nights in the coastal town of Preveza because we need to explore the nearby large archaeological site of Nicopolis (UNESCO Tentative List site), the capital city of the Roman province of Epirus. After Preveza, on the way to Arta, we will see a small fishing village, Koronisia.
In Arta, we will walk over the impressive four-arched stone bridge known from Roman times and visit the archaeological museum. After Arta, we will take the road to Lefkada, and on the way, we will visit the coastal town of Vonitsa, with its impressive fortress and beautiful promenade crossed by the sea to a small islet.
In Lefkada we also will stay 2 nights, because on the next day we will take a trip around whole island, will see its style of life, villages and beaches, and will come to the Cape Lefkatas, the very last point of the island.
After a second night in Lefkada, we will see Faneromeni monastery, located high above Lefkada between pine trees and admire the panoramic view. Later, we will take a road around Lefkada lagoon to admire the beautiful surroundings. Before arrive to Nafpaktos, we also will see the archaeological site Oeniadae (UNESCO Tentative List site), an ancient Greek city known for its well-preserved shipyard, and the Messolonghi lagoon.
In Nafpaktos, we will come to see the Nafpaktos fortress and afterward will take a small trip inland to see two remote and less known monasteries: the women's monastery of Saints Nektarios & Fanourios and the men's monastery of Saints Augustine & Seraphim Sarov. After visiting monasteries, we will return back to Nafpaktos to see the small port witness of several battles and say hello to Miguel de Cervantes.
On the next day we will come to the mountain town of Arachova, a famous winter destination, to explore its attractions. On the way to Arachova, we will stop in the cute coastal town of Galaxidi.
We will continue our tour with visiting Thermopylae infocenter and see the monument of legendary King Leonidas, will come to see hilly fortress in the town of Lamia, and walk two small archaeological sites, Sesklo and Dimini, two of the main sites of 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 and Dimini. Near Volos is located the mountain monastery of Holy Archangels, which we will also see on the same day.
Leaving Volos, we will come to the town of Larissa to see its modern archaeological museum and its well-preserved ancient theater (UNESCO Tentative List site). From Larissa, on the way to Kalampaka, we will stop in the town of Trikala to see its fortress. From Kalampaka we will reach several Meteora monasteries (UNESCO World Heritage site).
After the Meteora monasteries, we will come to see the mountain town of Metsovo, famous for its wine and cheese. In Ioannina, we will see its Ottoman castle, beautiful cave, Silversmith Museum of Weapons and Jewelry, and on the way back to Igoumenitsa, we will visit the archaeological site Dodoni with its huge ancient theater (UNESCO Tentative List site).
tour destinations: Alistrati, Amphipolis, Ancient Corinth, Athens, Chalkida, Drama, Kavala, Litochoro, Palaios Panteleimonas, Philippi, Serres, Thessaloniki, Veria, Volos
Day 1. We begin our tour in Thessaloniki and travel to Serres. We will explore the historic St. John the Forerunner monastery and visit the Serres Natural History Museum. Our accommodation for the night is in Serres.
Day 2. After staying in Serres, we delve deeper into the city's heritage by visiting the Sts. Theodores church and the historic Acropolis landmark. We also see the St. Nicholas of the Acropolis church and the insightful Serres Ecclesiastical Museum. We stay another night in Serres.
Day 3. After 2 nights in Serres, we travel to Domiros to visit the Agia Paraskevi monastery. We then proceed to Alistrati to explore its famous limestone cave network and see the Agia Kiriaki monastery. After that, we will come to Drama for accommodation.
Day 4. After staying in Drama, we travel to Proti to visit the Ascension of the Lord monastery. Our journey continues to the historic and revered Virgin Mary Eikosiphoinissa monastery, a major Eastern Orthodox monastic center. Afterwards, we will come to the coastal city of Kavala for accommodation.
Day 5. After an overnight in Kavala, we explore this picturesque coastal town, including its impressive Byzantine-Ottoman fortress, the historic house of Mehmet Ali Pasha, and a prominent Dormition of the Virgin church. We stay another night in Kavala.
Day 6. After 2 nights in Kavala, we take a short trip to the ancient city of Philippi (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a key site where the Apostle Paul founded the first Christian church in Europe. We explore its extensive archaeological site, ancient theatre, and excellent museum. We return to Kavala for accommodation.
Day 7. After staying in Kavala, we travel to Amphipolis to explore its significant archaeological park and museum. We also visit the famous Lion of Amphipolis, a 4th-century BC tomb monument. After that, we will come to Thessaloniki for accommodation.
Day 8. After an overnight in Thessaloniki, we visit the city's excellent Byzantine Museum, dedicated to the art of the Eastern Roman Empire. We also visit the 14th-century Vlatadon Monastery, a historic Eastern Orthodox site. We stay another night in Thessaloniki.
Day 9. After 2 nights in Thessaloniki, we travel to Veria (Beroea), a city praised in the Acts of the Apostles. We visit its Byzantine Museum and the historic Podium, a landmark associated with Paul the Apostle's preaching. Afterwards, we will come to Litochoro for accommodation.
Day 10. After staying in Litochoro, we explore the foothills of Mount Olympus. We visit the Olympus National Park information center and travel to the scenic Zilnia viewpoint for magnificent panoramas. We return to Litochoro for accommodation.
Day 11. After an overnight in Litochoro, we travel to the charming traditional mountain town of Palaios Panteleimonas. After exploring its stone streets, we continue our journey south to Volos for accommodation.
Day 12. After staying in Volos, we visit the beautiful 'balcony of Mount Pelion', the mountain town of Makrinitsa, famous for its architecture and views. Afterwards, we will come to Chalkida for accommodation.
Day 13. After an overnight in Chalkida, we visit the city's Archaeological Museum. We then continue our journey to the capital. After that, we will come to Athens for accommodation.
Day 14. After staying in Athens, we explore two profoundly significant historical sites: the Areopagus (Mars Hill), where the Apostle Paul delivered his famous sermon to the Athenians, and the Ancient Agora, the civic heart of classical Athens. We stay another night in Athens.
Day 15. After an overnight in Athens, we travel to Ancient Corinth, another major center of Paul's missionary work. We explore its extensive archaeological site, including the 6th-century BC Temple of Apollo. We also visit the Ancient Port of Cenchreae, mentioned in the New Testament. Finally, we return to Athens, where our memorable journey concludes.
This off-season 17 days tour is interesting for people who would like understand the history of Greece through visit both kind of sites, a well known as UNESCO Word Heritage sites and UNESCO tentative list sites, as well as some non-touristy places, all located on the territory of Central Greece. With this tour you will walk ancient historical places where are roots of the culture of our civilization. Greece is so rich with history that visit all UNESCO places in one tour will take very long time. Because of that we, Monterrasol Travel, created this tour to give you ability to visit the most interesting Central Greece UNESCO places in one tour.
This off-season 17 days tour is focused on people who would like to get to know deeply the history of Greece and walk that ancient historical places where are roots of culture of our civilization. Around the world such places are on the list of UNESCO. And many other places now expecting to be on UNESCO list; such places are prepared, available for public for fraction of cost, and are on so called UNESCO tentative list.
During this tour we going to visit most of UNESCO places and UNESCO tentative list places, located in Greece mainland. Greece is so rich with history that visit all UNESCO places in one tour will take very long time. Because of that we, Monterrasol Travel, created this tour to be able to visit the most of UNESCO places in one tour.
This off-season 18 days tour is good for people who would like to touch the history of Greece through visit UNESCO Word Heritage sites, UNESCO tentative list sites, and some of Greece non-touristy places all around of Central Greece.
With this tour you will walk ancient historical places where are roots of the culture of our civilization. You will visit old fortresses, ancient theaters, sites of few Greece oracles, and of course famous Greece archaeological museums in differ areas.
Greece is so rich with history that visit all UNESCO sites in one tour will take very long time. Because of that we, Monterrasol Travel, created this tour to be able to visit the most important Central Greece UNESCO sites in one tour.
This off-season 21 days tour is focused on people who would like to get to know deeply the history of Greece and walk that ancient historical places where are roots of culture of our civilization. Around the world such places are on the list of UNESCO. And many other places now expecting to be on UNESCO list; such places are prepared, available for public for fraction of cost, and are on so called UNESCO tentative list.
During this tour we going to visit most of UNESCO places and UNESCO tentative list places, located in Greece mainland. Greece is so rich with history that visit all UNESCO places in one tour will take very long time. Because of that we, Monterrasol Travel, created this tour to be able to visit the most of UNESCO places in one tour.
This off-season 23 days tour is focused on people who would like to get to know deeply the history of Greece and walk that ancient historical places where are roots of culture of our civilization. Around the world such places are on the list of UNESCO. And many other places now expecting to be on UNESCO list; such places are prepared, available for public for fraction of cost, and are on so called UNESCO tentative list.
During this tour we going to visit most of UNESCO places and UNESCO tentative list places, located in Greece mainland. Greece is so rich with history that visit all UNESCO places in one tour will take very long time. Because of that we, Monterrasol Travel, created this tour to be able to visit the most of UNESCO places in one tour.
This off-season 24 days tour is interesting for people who would like to touch the history of Greece through visit few UNESCO Word Heritage sites, few UNESCO tentative list sites, and some of non-touristy places, all located in Central Greece. With this tour you will walk ancient historical places where are roots of the culture of our civilization. Greece is so rich with history that visit all UNESCO places in one tour will take very long time. Because of that we, Monterrasol Travel, created this tour to be able to visit the most of Central Greece UNESCO places in one tour.
This off-season tour is focused on people who would like to get to know deeply the history of Greece and walk that ancient historical places where are roots of culture of our civilization. Around the world such places are on the list of UNESCO. And many other places now expecting to be on UNESCO list; such places are prepared, available for public for fraction of cost, and are on so called UNESCO tentative list.
During this tour we going to visit most of UNESCO places and UNESCO tentative list places, located in Greece mainland. Greece is so rich with history that visit all UNESCO places in one tour will take very long time. Because of that we, Monterrasol Travel, created this tour to be able to visit the most of UNESCO places in one tour.
This off-season tour is focused on people who would like to get to know deeply the history of Greece and walk that ancient historical places where are roots of culture of our civilization. Around the world such places are on the list of UNESCO. And many other places now expecting to be on UNESCO list; such places are prepared, available for public for fraction of cost, and are on so called UNESCO tentative list.
During this tour we going to visit most of UNESCO places and UNESCO tentative list places, located in Greece mainland. Greece is so rich with history that visit all UNESCO places in one tour will take very long time. Because of that we, Monterrasol Travel, created this tour to be able to visit the most of UNESCO places in one tour.
March 25, 2026 Brauron, Greece. Brauron is an ancient archaeological site in eastern Attica, Greece, famous for its sanctuary dedicated to Artemis, the goddess of the hunt and nature. Brauron draws visitors with its well-preserved ruins and ties to ancient rituals. Tourists love exploring this peaceful archaeological park for a glimpse into classical Greek worship and daily life.
January 12, 2026 Ávila (Avila), Spain. Avila, a charming town in central Spain, is famous for its impressive medieval walls that surround the historic center. These stone fortifications are remarkably well-preserved, offering visitors a glimpse into the town's rich past and its strategic importance during the Middle Ages.
December 28, 2025 Baeza, Spain. Baeza, a picturesque town in Andalusia, southern Spain, is famous for its outstanding Renaissance architecture. Together with neighboring Ubeda, it was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003 under the name Renaissance Monumental Ensembles of Ubeda and Baeza, for its cultural significance.
December 6, 2025 Veria, Greece. Veria, also spelled Veroia or Beroea, is a city in Central Macedonia, northern Greece, known for its rich history, Byzantine architecture, and proximity to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Aigai (modern Vergina). Historically an important center since antiquity and the Byzantine era, it is built on the foothills of Mt. Vermion and crossed by the River Tripotamo. The city has numerous churches, and is nicknamed ＂Little Jerusalem＂ for its many religious sites.
November 23, 2025 Kardamyli, Greece. Kardamyli is a coastal gem perched on the west side of the Mani Peninsula in southern Greece, only 35 kilometers from Kalamata. Surrounded by mountains and the brilliant blue Messenian Gulf, the village is famed for its natural scenery, tranquil beaches, and timeless charm.
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