Experience the natural beauty of Halkidiki and its traditional villages and ancient towns on an amazing cruise along the coast of Mt. Athos from Ouranopolis. See the famous monasteries from the water and more.

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Duration 7 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English

Highlights

Discover the quaint villages, stunning landscapes and beautiful lakes of Halkidiki
See the famous monasteries of Mt. Athos from the water on an amazing cruise
Visit the birthplace of the philosopher Aristotle

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Benefit from pick-up at centrally located hotels in Thessaloniki, and then journey by bus towards the village of Ouranopolis. Pass beautiful Lake Volvi and Lake Koroneia on the way to the birthplace of the philosopher Aristotle in the ancient city of Stagira, where you will take a guided tour of the ruins on arrival. Continue to Ouranopolis to embark on a cruise along the coast of Halkidiki and marvel at Mt. Athos and its miraculous monasteries from the water. Learn more about this important center of the Eastern Orthodox religion for over 1,800 years. Hear about the history and cultural importance of the complex, and appreciate the natural beauty of the holy mountain's mysterious setting. Get some free time for lunch or to go for a walk in the village after your cruise, and then head back towards Thessaloniki via the pretty village of Arnea.

Includes

Hotel pick-up and transportation by bus with bilingual guide
Boat cruise

Optional tips
Personal expenses
Lunch

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Important information

Not allowed

Unaccompanied minors

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Children must be accompanied by an adult

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4.4 /5

based on 12 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.2/5
Transportation
4.6/5
Value for money
4.1/5
Safety
4.6/5

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A fantastic day: our guide Demetra was AMAZING, she knew a lot of things, she knew the *right* things, knew when to tell us, was always there for us and a lovely person human-wise. The trip was well set, well organized, the places where fantastic. A must-do, you see things you normally don't menage to see! I would go every day!

April 4, 2019

Very nice tour. The guide - Demitria - full with knowledge, lovely. The bus and the driver were comfort and reliable. But... your site told us that it would be a 7 hour tour. It took 12 hours !! Please update the information in your site.

October 24, 2019

Very nice tour! Even I, as the only German, received the necessary support, although the tour was only advertised in English and Italian! Thanks very much!

May 17, 2022

Thessaloniki: Aristotle's Birthplace and Mt. Athos Cruise

Thessaloniki: Aristotle's Birthplace and Mt. Athos Cruise

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