EXPLORE & DISCOVER THESSALONIKI, GREECE-UNESCO SITES-GASTRONOMY,FUN 'as a local!

THESSALONIKI is the vibrant and welcoming 2nd capital city of Greece, of significant importance throughout time, to discover and explore, mainly on foot! Be instantly immersed in a feel-like-home vibe and fall in love with it!

Enjoy a carefree, August's and summer's last weekend with seaside views, a swim too if you're up for it, in a crystal clear nearby beach & beach bar!

Come solo or with friends, make memories in pleasant summer time weather with friendly travel companions or take some precious 'me' time as well and catch up later for dinner!

The City was founded in 315 BC and it has always been a cultural hub in the surrounding area of the Balkans and not only, beautifully blending modern life with ancient sites and still living echos of the Archaic, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman eras.

It hosts over 13 UNESCO world heritage monuments, numerous early Christianic churches and museums with precious everlasting treasures.

But what Thessaloniki is MOSTLY famous about, are the countless cafes, the vibrant bars and restaurants, the culinary experience for your palette, the late nights, the innate local hospitality, the invigorating experience by only walking along the vast seafront, as the locals do!

If you have a sweet tooth, Heaven is a place on Earth indeed and you have just transported yourself there! Allow yourself this experience during our walking tour!

Come as a visitor, leave as a local!

Friday 29th August : Arrival & meeting up with all travel companions, for a meal with local cuisine specialties and around trendy bars, being warmly welcomed by the seafront views and the White Tower.

Be refreshed at the pirates bar boat with a cold drink and a mini cruise around Thermaikos gulf, seeing the city from a different perspective!

Saturday, 30th August : A walk around the historical city centre by Eleni 'as a local' to explore its sites and flavours, for an up to date experience.

We are visiting the brand new Modiano covered & Kapani open market, Aristotle Sq, Ladadika, patron st Demetrios cathedral & crypt, the Rotonda, the Arch of Galerius, Navarinou sq, as well as taking intervals to indulge in local flavours. Lunch in an authentic tavern, tasting numerous
'mezedes' local specialities, cause sharing is caring!

A visit and magnificent views on top of the White Tower, the major landmark of the city.

Saturday night in a vibrant open-air sea side bar the local way, for a night to remember.

Sunday, 31st August: Optional full day trip to a blue flag beach in Halkidiki, to swim and enjoy the crystal clear turquoise waters and the vibrant beach bars.

Alternatively you may visit the important Archaeological, Byzantine and Jewish museum or chill out around the city at leisure or as you may prefer.

Thessaloniki is named after the sister of Alexander the Great!

The upper old town and the Byzantine walls await for more stunning views.

Potentially treat yourself to a day by the lush open air stunning swimming pool and SPA of the finest 5 * hotel in the city, enjoy a cocktail in the sunshine before winter starts, detox and destress with a massage, top up in vitamin D and a radiant tan.

Kindly allow some flexibility in the order we are visiting everything of the above itinerary for an optimal experience.

Your investment of £455 includes :

-3 nights in a DOUBLE ROOM for SINGLE OCCUPANCY (you have your own room) in a 3* well presented and centrally located hotel with delicious Greek breakfast buffet every morning.

-A complimentary sweet local gourmet Greek delicacy during our sightseeing walk.

-A sightseeing walk around the city by ELENI 'as a local'

-A 30 minute cruise alongside the waterfront, exclusive of drinks

-Guiding and escorting the group throughout the trip, ensuring all necessary arrangements for an optimal experience.

-Organisation, processing costs & meet-up fees

PLEASE NOTE THAT FLIGHTS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
YOU NEED TO BOOK YOUR OWN FLIGHTS TO THESSALONIKI, GREECE, 'SKG' IS THE AIRPORT CODE

If you need recommendations of flights, please be in touch.

IF YOU HAVE A PLUS ONE, BE IN TOUCH THE SOONEST FOR EXACT PRICE.

If you wish, feel free to extend your stay and take your time, explore better, enjoy further. The trip is confirmed and is going ahead regardless of amount of people.

Confirm availability first with the organiser before you book flights.

The additional guests under Eleni's name are from our sister groups.

By attending this meet-up trip you are fully responsible for your own safety. The organiser has no responsibility or liability.

YOU MUST MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR YOUR OWN TRAVEL INSURANCE IF YOU WISH

LOVE YOUR LIFE a little bit extra this AUGUST! Have that cocktail by the sea front, get ready for winter!