Greece Tours from Thessaloniki

What our customers ask about Greece Tours from Thessaloniki

• What's the typical length of tours starting in Thessaloniki?

  Tours from Thessaloniki span 4 to 10 days with most trips running 6-8 days. The Greek Treasures tour includes two nights at the Capsis Hotel before moving on to Mount Olympus and Meteora. The Northern Greece Explorer begins with a walking tour through the city's White Tower and Byzantine walls moving on to Vergina and Kalambaka. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "Starting in Thessaloniki gave us the perfect amount of time to explore the city's rich history before venturing into northern Greece."

• What are the most popular day trips from Thessaloniki?

  Day trips from Thessaloniki center around historical sites like the Royal Tombs of Macedonian kings in Vergina (60 km away) the ruins of ancient Pella (45 km) and the waterfalls of Edessa (90 km). Boat tours to Mount Athos and visits to the rock-top monasteries of Meteora round out popular options. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "The day trips from Thessaloniki were well-organized especially the visit to Vergina's Royal Tombs and Meteora's monasteries - both absolutely spectacular."

• How far is Mount Olympus from Thessaloniki and what activities are available there?

  Mount Olympus sits 75-90 kilometers from Thessaloniki about a 1.5-hour drive away. Visitors can hike the Enipeas Gorge explore the Dion archaeological site at the mountain's base or walk through the village streets of Litochoro. The Orlias Canyon offers paths past 25 waterfalls with spots to swim in natural pools. One TourRadar traveler shared: "The journey from Thessaloniki to Mount Olympus was comfortable and scenic offering amazing hiking opportunities and cultural experiences at the Dion archaeological site."

• What are the best landmarks to visit when starting a tour in Thessaloniki?

  Thessaloniki holds 15 UNESCO World Heritage sites within its borders. Key stops include the waterfront White Tower the Roman Rotunda the Arch of Galerius and the Byzantine walls in Ano Poli with their city views. The Church of Saint Demetrios with its underground catacombs and the busy Aristotelous Square are also essential visits. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "Starting at the White Tower and working our way through the Byzantine monuments gave us an incredible insight into Thessaloniki's layered history especially with stays at central locations like the Olympia Hotel or Onoma Hotel."

• What are the most common first-day activities for tours starting in Thessaloniki?

  First days typically focus on Thessaloniki's central landmarks beginning at the White Tower then moving to the Roman Rotunda the Arch of Galerius and the Byzantine walls of Ano Poli. Groups often stop at Kapani Market to sample local foods before visiting religious sites such as the Church of Saint Demetrios. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The first day orientation in Thessaloniki perfectly balanced historical sites with local culture - visiting both the ancient monuments and lively markets gave us a great introduction to northern Greece."

• What's the best season to start a tour from Thessaloniki?

  The best months for Thessaloniki tours run from May through September. July and August bring warm weather ideal for beach activities while May and June offer milder temperatures better suited for exploring archaeological sites like Vergina or hiking Mount Olympus. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Starting our tour in early June from Thessaloniki gave us perfect weather for both city exploration and outdoor activities at Meteora with comfortable temperatures and clear skies."