Thessaloniki to Halkidiki: Kassandra Peninsula Private Tour
A breathtaking combination of blue and green. Shaped like Poseidon’s trident, Halkidiki’s prongs jut out into the Aegean Sea. Lush green forests extend all the way to the beachfront where reflections of golden sunlight add sparkling hues to turquoise waters. Long stretches of beautiful ever-changing shoreline, unique archaeological sites, world-renowned Christian monuments, lesser-known natural wonders and man-made masterpieces have all helped shape the region’s diverse identity, made even more interesting by the rich local culinary and cultural heritage.
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Up to 15 people
Minibus
Pickup included
What's included in Thessaloniki to Halkidiki: Kassandra Peninsula Private Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Pick-up from your hotel and start the trip
Nea Fokea
Tower of Fokea The Tower of Fokea or Tower of Agios Pavlos lies on the top of the hill at the right side of Nea Fokea’s port in Halkidiki and is the landmark of the village. It is the only of the numerous monastic towers in Halkidiki that is preserved in its original height. The tower has a basis that covers a surface of ca. 50 sq.m., a height of 17 meters and it was made of materials came mainly from the adjacent ancient site. The date of construction is not known but it was probably built around 1407 when the Byzantine emperor John Palaiologos donated the area of the present village to the monastery of Agios Pavlos of Mount Athos. The Byzantine tower guarded the great subordinate of the monastery. During the Greek revolution in 1821, the tower was used as the headquarters of the leader of the Greek War of Independency in Halkidiki, Emmanouil Papas. Next to it stands the small church of Agioi Apostoloi (Holy Apostles), built in 1868.
Afitos
Afitos or Athitos is a traditional village in Kassandra Halkidiki which is located 83 km away from Thessaloniki. It has an amazing view of Toroneos gulf as the village is built on a hill above the coast. Most houses are built of stone with an excellent architecture. Small squares, cobbled streets and traditional taverns create a beautiful scenery totally harmonized with the natural landscape. Visitors also have the opportunity to admire the unique architecture of the church of St. Demetrius which was built in 1859 and it is located in the central square and also mansions and the famous sculptures of Vassilis Pavlis. In the village center you will find the folklore museum which houses various art exhibitions such as tools and utensils used in the past by local residents.
Inclusions
- WiFi on board
- Transportation by luxury car, minivan or minibus
- Pick up and drop off service from your hotel in Thessaloniki
- After the trip you will receive with email photos and video of your trip.
- Professional Driver / Escort (English-speaking)
- Bottle of water and coffee during the route (free)
- Gratuities (optional)
- Cost of sunbeds and umbrellas and any expenses at organized beach bars
- Lunch
- Coffee, Tea, Refreshments, Drinks or Juice, Snacks
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
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Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
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Pick Up and Drop Off service from your hotel or apartment
