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Northern Greece: In the Shadow of Mount Olympus

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Zuzana Chytilova

itinerary by Zuzana Chytilova

Road Trip
Mountains

The adventure awaits

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On my own
4 accommodations, without a group, at your own pace
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8 Days
(5 Nights)
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30 places
visited

Discover the cradle of European civilization and follow in the footsteps of Alexander the Great. This Greek tour will take you through the most precious gems Northern Greece has to offer. From the Byzantine monuments in Thessaloniki, through famous Pella and the royal tombs in Vergina, to sacred Dion beneath the mythical Mount Olympus. The crowning glory of the entire journey will be a visit to the fascinating rock monasteries of Meteora. Get ready for a cocktail of ancient myths, wild nature, and experiences you'll carry in your heart forever!

Discover the cradle of European civilization and follow in the footsteps of Alexander the Great. This Greek tour will take you through the most precious gems Northern Greece has to offer. From the Byzantine monuments in Thessaloniki, through famous Pella and the royal tombs in Vergina, to sacred Dion beneath the mythical Mount Olympus. The crowning glory of the entire journey will be a visit to the fascinating rock monasteries of Meteora. Get ready for a cocktail of ancient myths, wild nature, and experiences you'll carry in your heart forever!

Included in the price
included
ItineraryPrepared by someone who has actually been to the destination.
Accommodation
Flights
Car
Accommodation
Flights
Car
In-app guideGuides you day by day. Important documents, audio guide, and navigation all in one place.
from$1,287.00
/ person
Selected date
5/11 - 5/18/20275 Nights
Change date
Travelers2 travelers
Change number
Departure airportNew York
Total trip price
$2,574.00
for 2 people
Deposit
$1,686.00
Your money is protected by our statutory insurance.

Deposit

$1,686
2 people
5/11 - 5/18/2027
Total trip price:$2,574
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100% Satisfaction Guarantee
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Your itinerary - Easy to personalize
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Zuzana Chytilova
Zuzana Chytilova created the itinerary based on personal experience to help you enjoy the trip to the fullest.
No unnecessary transfers
Well-organized days
Top spots and hidden gems
6 days
17 places
Family friendly
Road trip
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Northern Greece: In the Shadow of Mount Olympus
Day 1–3 / 6
1

Day 1
Arrival in Thessaloniki

After arrival, pick up your rental car (following the instructions you'll receive before departure) and head to your accommodation. Today's schedule depends on your arrival time, so feel free to enjoy it however you like.

10.45 mi(27 min)
4560 ft(22 min)
2

Day 2
Thessaloniki / Thessaloniki

1/9
9 places
4.6 mi(1 h 46 min)
1.8 mi(12 min)

Thessaloniki (Greek: Thessaloniki) is the second-largest city in Greece and the capital of the Central Macedonia region.

The historical center of Thessaloniki is a fascinating open-air museum where Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman history intertwine. You can easily walk through the entire old town in a single day.

3

Day 3
Pella, Edessa and the secrets of Vergina

4 places
3583 ft(12 min)
136.25 mi(3 h 43 min)

A journey in the footsteps of the mighty Macedonian kings and wild Greek nature. Pella was the capital of the Macedonian Empire and the place where Aristotle taught young Alexander the Great. Edessa and the Karanos waterfall, which is the largest in all of Greece (70 meters high). Vergina hides one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century – the original, unlooted tomb of King Philip II, father of Alexander the Great.

Accommodation where you'll rest easy
included

5 Nights
4 hotels
Accommodationincludedfor 2 people

Nights 1–2

5/12–5/14Thessaloniki
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5/14–5/15
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Night 4

5/15–5/16Kalabaka
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Booking.com9.1 / 10
1-bedroom villaNo meals60 m²
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Night 5

5/16–5/17
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Booking.com9.8 / 10
2-bedroom apartment2 single beds + 1 bunk bedNo meals70 m²
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Flights that get you there
included

12 h 50 min
•
1 stop
•
TK
Tue 5/11 12:55 PMWed 5/12 08:45 AM
JFK
SKG
New YorkThessaloniki
14 h 20 min
•
1 stop
•
TK
Mon 5/17 09:15 PMTue 5/18 04:35 AM
SKG
JFK
ThessalonikiNew York

The car you'll be driving
included

Car for day 2 - 7
car
Small car
Fiat 500 or similar
1 driver
4 seats
Manual
Credit card required
Basic coverage
No extras

In-app guide
included

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NavigationTo all places in the itinerary
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Audio guideWith stories of each location
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Documents in one placeAll your tickets and vouchers

Select your travel group

Choose the dates that work best for you

Includes:
Itinerary
Flights
Accommodation
Car
In-app guide

Just pay a deposit of $1,686 today and pay the balance by 4/11/2027

Worldee Guarantee
Best price guarantee
Option to cancel or modify
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
24/7 Support
We have a 4.9/5 rating on GoogleRead over a thousand reviews from our travelers on Worldee and Google.
You get our best price guaranteeFound the same trip cheaper somewhere else? We'll refund you the difference, no fine print, no hassle.
Every itinerary is designed by real travelersEvery trip is personally designed and tested by our own travel experts, not generated by an algorithm.
We have your back 24/7If something goes wrong on your trip, our support team is available around the clock. A real person, no AI, no automation.
Upgrade to Flexible BookingAdd Flexible Booking to your trip and change your dates or services up to a month before departure.
Tens of thousands of people follow usOver 32,000 people follow us on Instagram and over 8,000 on Facebook. Come see what's new. Our app has been downloaded by more than 120,000 travelers.

Overall trip rating

4.7/5
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A summary of experiences from travelers who completed this trip and the quality of the offerings included in the journey.
Worldee
4.9/5
Accommodation
4.6/5
Places
4.6/5

Trip creator

Zuzana Chytilova
Verified traveler
Zuzana Chytilova
More from Zuzana Chytilova
8 trips on Worldee
Guaranteed itinerary quality
More from Zuzana Chytilova

You travel with confidence

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You are covered by statutory insuranceWe carry statutory insolvency insurance valid across the EU.
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We have your back 24/7Our customer support is available to you 24/7.
4.9/5 rating on Google
Best price guarantee
Built by real travelers
We have your back 24/7
Add Flexible Booking
32,000 followers on Instagram
Show more
4.9/5 rating on Google
Best price guarantee
Built by real travelers
We have your back 24/7
Add Flexible Booking
32,000 followers on Instagram
More
MeteoraMeteora
The Umbrellas by ZongolopoulosThe Umbrellas by Zongolopoulos
Alexander the Great StatueAlexander the Great Statue
ARABELLA – Historic Pirate Ship Built in 1935 (WWII Survivor)ARABELLA – Historic Pirate Ship Built in 1935 (WWII Survivor)
White Tower of ThessalonikiWhite Tower of Thessaloniki
Arch of GaleriusArch of Galerius
Platia Agiou Georgiou Rotonta 5Platia Agiou Georgiou Rotonta 5
Holy Church of Saint DemetriusHoly Church of Saint Demetrius
Aristotelous SquareAristotelous Square
Archaeological Museum of ThessalonikiArchaeological Museum of Thessaloniki
Palace of PellaPalace of Pella
Archaeological Museum of PellaArchaeological Museum of Pella
Waterfalls of EdessaWaterfalls of Edessa
Museum of the Royal Tombs at Aigai (Aegae)Museum of the Royal Tombs at Aigai (Aegae)
LitochoroLitochoro
New Holy Monastery of St Dionysius of Mt OlympusNew Holy Monastery of St Dionysius of Mt Olympus
Archaeological Museum of DionArchaeological Museum of Dion
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Zuzana Chytilova

itinerary by Zuzana Chytilova

Road Trip
Mountains
Trips
Greece

Northern Greece: In the Shadow of Mount Olympus

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4.7/ 5
(Worldee•Accommodation•Places)

The adventure awaits

custom/phone_filled
On my own
4 accommodations, without a group, at your own pace
custom/calendar_filled
8 Days
(5 Nights)
custom/location_filled
30 places
visited

Discover the cradle of European civilization and follow in the footsteps of Alexander the Great. This Greek tour will take you through the most precious gems Northern Greece has to offer. From the Byzantine monuments in Thessaloniki, through famous Pella and the royal tombs in Vergina, to sacred Dion beneath the mythical Mount Olympus. The crowning glory of the entire journey will be a visit to the fascinating rock monasteries of Meteora. Get ready for a cocktail of ancient myths, wild nature, and experiences you'll carry in your heart forever!

Discover the cradle of European civilization and follow in the footsteps of Alexander the Great. This Greek tour will take you through the most precious gems Northern Greece has to offer. From the Byzantine monuments in Thessaloniki, through famous Pella and the royal tombs in Vergina, to sacred Dion beneath the mythical Mount Olympus. The crowning glory of the entire journey will be a visit to the fascinating rock monasteries of Meteora. Get ready for a cocktail of ancient myths, wild nature, and experiences you'll carry in your heart forever!

Included in the price
included
ItineraryPrepared by someone who has actually been to the destination.
Accommodation
Flights
Car
Accommodation
Flights
Car
In-app guideGuides you day by day. Important documents, audio guide, and navigation all in one place.
from$1,287.00
/ person
Selected date
5/11 - 5/18/20275 Nights
Change date
Travelers2 travelers
Change number
Departure airportNew York
Total trip price
$2,574.00
for 2 people
Deposit
$1,686.00
Your money is protected by our statutory insurance.

Deposit

$1,686
2 people
5/11 - 5/18/2027
Total trip price:$2,574
Worldee Guarantee
Best price guarantee
Option to cancel or modify
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
24/7 Support
Secure payment via Stripe:
custom/visa_chipcustom/mastercard_chipcustom/apple_pay_chipcustom/google_pay_chip

Your itinerary - Easy to personalize
included

Zuzana Chytilova
Zuzana Chytilova created the itinerary based on personal experience to help you enjoy the trip to the fullest.
No unnecessary transfers
Well-organized days
Top spots and hidden gems
6 days
17 places
Family friendly
Road trip
Worldee logo
Northern Greece: In the Shadow of Mount Olympus
Day 1–3 / 6
1

Day 1
Arrival in Thessaloniki

After arrival, pick up your rental car (following the instructions you'll receive before departure) and head to your accommodation. Today's schedule depends on your arrival time, so feel free to enjoy it however you like.

10.45 mi(27 min)
4560 ft(22 min)
2

Day 2
Thessaloniki / Thessaloniki

1/9
9 places
4.6 mi(1 h 46 min)
1.8 mi(12 min)

Thessaloniki (Greek: Thessaloniki) is the second-largest city in Greece and the capital of the Central Macedonia region.

The historical center of Thessaloniki is a fascinating open-air museum where Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman history intertwine. You can easily walk through the entire old town in a single day.

3

Day 3
Pella, Edessa and the secrets of Vergina

4 places
3583 ft(12 min)
136.25 mi(3 h 43 min)

A journey in the footsteps of the mighty Macedonian kings and wild Greek nature. Pella was the capital of the Macedonian Empire and the place where Aristotle taught young Alexander the Great. Edessa and the Karanos waterfall, which is the largest in all of Greece (70 meters high). Vergina hides one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century – the original, unlooted tomb of King Philip II, father of Alexander the Great.

Accommodation where you'll rest easy
included

5 Nights
4 hotels
Accommodationincludedfor 2 people

Nights 1–2

5/12–5/14Thessaloniki
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
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18
19
Recommended
Booking.com9.2 / 10
1-bedroom apartmentNo meals50 m²
Wi-Ficommon/heatingHeatingEntire apartmentcommon/kitchenKitchencommon/balconyBalcony

Night 3

5/14–5/15
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Recommended
Booking.com9.9 / 10
1-bedroom apartment1 large double bedNo meals30 m²
Wi-FiEntire apartmentcommon/kitchenKitchencommon/bathroomPrivate bathroomcommon/balconyBalcony

Night 4

5/15–5/16Kalabaka
0
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
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16
17
Recommended
Booking.com9.1 / 10
1-bedroom villaNo meals60 m²
Wi-Ficommon/kitchenKitchencommon/bathroomPrivate bathroomcommon/balconyBalconycommon/viewView

Night 5

5/16–5/17
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Recommended
Booking.com9.8 / 10
2-bedroom apartment2 single beds + 1 bunk bedNo meals70 m²
BeachWi-FiEntire apartmentcommon/kitchenKitchencommon/balconyBalcony

Flights that get you there
included

12 h 50 min
•
1 stop
•
TK
Tue 5/11 12:55 PMWed 5/12 08:45 AM
JFK
SKG
New YorkThessaloniki
14 h 20 min
•
1 stop
•
TK
Mon 5/17 09:15 PMTue 5/18 04:35 AM
SKG
JFK
ThessalonikiNew York

The car you'll be driving
included

Car for day 2 - 7
car
Small car
Fiat 500 or similar
1 driver
4 seats
Manual
Credit card required
Basic coverage
No extras

In-app guide
included

common/cursor
NavigationTo all places in the itinerary
common/headphones
Audio guideWith stories of each location
common/document
Documents in one placeAll your tickets and vouchers

Select your travel group

Choose the dates that work best for you

Includes:
Itinerary
Flights
Accommodation
Car
In-app guide

Just pay a deposit of $1,686 today and pay the balance by 4/11/2027

Worldee Guarantee
Best price guarantee
Option to cancel or modify
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
24/7 Support
We have a 4.9/5 rating on GoogleRead over a thousand reviews from our travelers on Worldee and Google.
You get our best price guaranteeFound the same trip cheaper somewhere else? We'll refund you the difference, no fine print, no hassle.
Every itinerary is designed by real travelersEvery trip is personally designed and tested by our own travel experts, not generated by an algorithm.
We have your back 24/7If something goes wrong on your trip, our support team is available around the clock. A real person, no AI, no automation.
Upgrade to Flexible BookingAdd Flexible Booking to your trip and change your dates or services up to a month before departure.
Tens of thousands of people follow usOver 32,000 people follow us on Instagram and over 8,000 on Facebook. Come see what's new. Our app has been downloaded by more than 120,000 travelers.

Overall trip rating

4.7/5
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A summary of experiences from travelers who completed this trip and the quality of the offerings included in the journey.
Worldee
4.9/5
Accommodation
4.6/5
Places
4.6/5

Trip creator

Zuzana Chytilova
Verified traveler
Zuzana Chytilova
More from Zuzana Chytilova
8 trips on Worldee
Guaranteed itinerary quality
More from Zuzana Chytilova

You travel with confidence

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Itineraries verified by expertsEvery trip is reviewed so your experience is flawless.
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We have your back 24/7Our customer support is available to you 24/7.
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/ person
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