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Mount Athos Day Cruise: Explore Secluded Peninsulas and Historic Monasteries from Thessaloniki
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Mount Athos
Discover Mount Athos' secluded peninsulas and historic monasteries on a guided day cruise from Thessaloniki. Explore ancient sites and enjoy breathtaking views.
Duration:
11 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Mount Athos The Holy Mountain - From this seaport, we will go on with our journey, sailing towards the south of the Athos Peninsula, until we reach the south limit, where the highest point is 2.033 m. From here we shall sail north, along the western coast. You will be able to see from a close distance (from the boat), the mysterious and miraculous place which has been for centuries the center of Orthodoxy and you will find out new information about the history of Mount Athos and 8 of its monasteries.
- Ouranoupolis - The boat leaves from the port of Ouranoupolis. After the return at the port you will have free time for lunch and swimming.
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Stagira - Ancient Stageira.
A brief guided tour at the Acropolis of Ancient Stageira.
What's Included
- English-speaking guide
- Cruise ticket
- Information through speakers in various languages
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Pickup and drop-off from selected locations in Thessaloniki city
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Tips
- Personal expenses
Additional Information
Accompanied by our guide, the day begins as we leave behind the Thermaic Gulf, passing by the internationally significant wetlands of Lakes Koronia and Volvi. Our first archaeological stop is the Acropolis of Ancient Stagira, the birthplace of the philosopher Aristotle, who was the teacher of Alexander the Great. After the guided tour, we head to the port of Ouranoupolis. From this seaport, we will continue our journey, sailing south along the Athos Peninsula. From the boat, you will get a close view of the mysterious and miraculous place that has been the center of Orthodoxy for centuries, and you will learn new information about the history of Mount Athos and its eight monasteries. After returning to the port, you will have free time for lunch or swimming in Ouranoupolis while enjoying the stunning views of the Singitic Gulf, and the Athos and Sithonia Peninsulas.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Pick up is offered from selected pickup points in Thessaloniki
- Swimsuit is advised in case of good weather we will have freee time for a swim at Ouranoupolis
- The use of comfortable footwear is advised
- Please note that we need the below information for all the participants as it is required from the port authorities 1) Surname: 2) Name: 3) Gender: 4) Date of Birth: 5) Nationality:
Location
Mount Athos The Holy Mountain
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Esther
Aug 10, 2020
An authentic excursion on Orthodox Christianity - Mount Athos is a place off limit to women so it was to me all the more fascinating. Although it was rainy the day we went, it was a fantastic experience to see the monasteries, though from afar. But it may not be for everyone. You have to understand the history & culture of the place to appreciate its authenticity. All in all, for me it was a great day excursion from Thessaloniki. One interesting fact - I got the most “likes” on Instagram that I’ve ever had, with pictures of the Mt Athos monasteries!
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Bronius
Jul 21, 2019
excellent expierence - It was nice organized trip - good drivers, pick up in time, etc. The Mount is the place one must to see, at least from the boat.
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Jacqui152016
Jul 3, 2019
Great to see Monasteries, fun sunbathing on boat, couldnt go by land, half day ample - Great experience to see monasteries, however half a day trip would suffice. Did not see last monastery on head (end tip) so make sure its included, you are not so close to the land as law forbids boats to go close in but if you have a good zoom on camera, you can see quite a bit of detail.
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B2593cmbrianc
May 15, 2022
No experience to review other than no communication available. - It was early season. We booked in advance of our travels. Due to flight issues we could not make trip. We could not reach anyone at the service. So they charged us anyway. Then we received an email saying they cancelled the trip due to not enough guest. We were up set that we had to pay but no buddy else did.
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James
Jun 23, 2019
Ok, just ok - Service was good. Boat a little too far from coast to see and photograph monestaries. It was anticlimactic after having been to meteora.
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Grover_d
May 19, 2024
Did not get the tour we purchased. - Viewing Mt Athos was the only thing we can recommend. The bus driver dumped us at the harbor with little or in our case no guidance on what boat to take. We found what we thought was the right boat but the captain said we were on another tour package so sent to another boat. The other boat captain sent us back. The customer service number was a recorded Greek message-zero help. The first boat captain finally made some calls because several parties had issues. He finally said we were supposed to be on his boat but the tour program we booked was not what he was doing. They forced us to go on a tour we weren’t prepared for (beach) and didn’t make any of the other tour stops we contracted. Viator has several different tour packages offered but in the end there was only one choice actually available. I would never book thru them again. Go directly to web site of the actual tour company.
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Damieta
Aug 23, 2019
Bad company - They send me a mail with the rong location. The let me 2 hours waiting and didn't pick me up.I asked for a refund and they denied. Worst tour company ever
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