11 hours Mount Athos, Ouranoupolis, Chalkidiki April-October
Transfer from Thessaloniki to the harbour of Ouranoupolis. Here we board the boat for a cruise across the gulf to the Holy Mountain (the third peninsula of Chalkidiki region).
Our cruise takes us along the west coast of Mount Athos, viewing from a distance of 500 meters from the coast the here existing monasteries up to Ouranoupolis. Mount Athos, the independent State belonging to Greece, consists of 20 Monasteries the oldest being found over 1000 years ago with monks from many countries, keeps its traditional monastic life and houses a variety of unique and distinguished treasures.
Each monastery survives priceless treasures and sacred relics ranging from icons, manuscripts, frescoes, mosaics, silk and woven fabrics, created for the glory of God.
Mountain scenery and still waters create the essential framework for isolation in the different world chosen by the hermits for their monastic state.
Highlights
View Mount Athos West Side Monasteries from distance of 500 meters
DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Pick up / drop off from / to all centrally located Thessaloniki hotels and apartments. |
DEPARTURE TIME | 7.30 AM |
INCLUDED | Professional English speaking driver All taxes, fees and handling charges Transport by air-conditioned car/van Hotel pickup and drop-off Cruise ticket |
NOT INCLUDED | Entrance fees Food and drinks Gratuites (optional) |
11 hours Mount Athos, Ouranoupolis, Chalkidiki April-October
07.30
Depart from Thessaloniki
10.30 – 13.30
Sailing along the West side of Mount Athos peninsula
13.30 – 15.45
Time at leisure and free time for lunch in Ouranoupolis
15:45 – 18:30
Return to Thessaloniki
Activity Level .
Stops with restroom facilities onboard the ship