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Aigai (Aegae), Greece


Aigai (Aegae) highlights

Known for ancient settlement, ancient theatre, archaeological site, museum

archaeological site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

The archaeological site of Aegae, also known as Aigai, is situated in northern Greece, approximately 80 km southeast of Thessaloniki, at the foot of the Pierian Mountains. This site was the original capital of the ancient Macedonian kingdom It was here that Alexander the Great was proclaimed king in 336 BC. Aegae listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its monumental significance in Western civilization.

You understand, it is impossible to see Greece just in a couple of days. Come with us to explore Greece in a 1-2 week road trip. We will pass Aigai (Aegae), along with other Greece' attractions, to discover the soul of the country, its way of life, culture and traditions, food and drinks. Browse our tours passing Aigai (Aegae), or contact us directly for a custom tour in Greece. By the way, we charge nothing for a custom itinerary. Contact us directly, let's plan all the details of your trip and get it done!




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Last reviewed: 11 September 2025

Aigai (Aegae) description

Aegae (Aigai), known today as Vergina, lies at the base of the Pierian Mountains in northern Greece. It was the earliest capital of ancient Macedonia, strategically placed to overlook the rich Central Macedonian Plain and connect key trade routes.

The area has been inhabited since the third millennium BC, mainly by shepherds and farmers living in small hamlets. The name Aegae is thought to mean "land of many goats", referencing the region's ancient agricultural roots.

According to legend, Perdiccas I founded Aegae after traveling from Argos. This marked the start of the Argead dynasty, which ancestry myths link directly to the hero Heracles. The city soon became the seat of Macedonian power.

Aegae thrived as the royal metropolis beginning in the seventh century BC. For centuries, it was the stage for key events in ancient Macedonian politics and culture. Kings held court here, and its palaces were renowned across the region.

The city was built across 800,000 hectares and enclosed by imposing defensive walls. Its central location at the crossroads of old trade routes helped cement Aegae's importance in the Macedonian kingdom.

Aegae remained the administrative and ceremonial capital until the fourth century BC, when the seat of government shifted to Pella. Even after the move, Aegae continued to play a major role in royal rituals and burials.

Aegae is most famous today for its royal tombs. The most important find is the burial site of Philip II, father of Alexander the Great, unearthed in the 1970s. The elaborate gold artifacts discovered here stunned archaeologists.

The Royal Tombs are sheltered within the Great Tumulus. Inside, visitors can admire splendid treasures, painted walls, and finely crafted weapons, providing a glimpse into the grandeur of ancient Macedonian royalty.

Next to the tombs, the ruins of the royal palace stand as the largest building of Classical Greece. This vast structure included administrative rooms, banquet halls, and open courtyards, reflecting the power and wealth of Macedonia.

Aegae's necropolis stretches far beyond the palace, with hundreds of tombs spanning several eras. These burial grounds reveal ancient customs, religious beliefs, and the sheer scale of the city's royal significance.

The city also featured sanctuaries, civic buildings, and an open theater. The theater hosted famous events, including the assassination of Philip II during a major festival, an act that changed the course of history.

Modern visitors can tour the archaeological park, where paths wind among ancient ruins, reconstructed palace columns, and museum galleries. The site is especially atmospheric in the morning light, when the mountains create a dramatic backdrop.

The Polycentric Museum of Aigai is a highlight. Opened in recent years, it displays exquisite finds, interactive exhibits, and reconstructions of ancient spaces, making local history accessible and engaging.

Aegae was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, safeguarding its ruins and treasures for all to explore. This status has increased global awareness and led to careful preservation and restoration efforts.

Seasonal festivals and cultural events are often held at the site, attracting crowds who come to celebrate the lasting legacy of ancient Macedon through music, theater, and lectures.

For visitors, Aegae offers a unique combination of archaeological wonder, rich storytelling, and stunning scenery. The discovery of royal tombs, the palace, and vibrant museum make for an unforgettable journey through Greece's ancient world.

A walk through Aegae transports visitors back to a time of intrigue, conquest, and courtly life. The harmony of landscape and ruins creates a memorable experience, perfect for history lovers and curious travelers alike.

The local area around Vergina also offers tavernas, local crafts, and mountain trails. After a day among the ruins, guests can enjoy Macedonian cuisine or a stroll through the peaceful countryside.

Aegae's blend of myths, monumental tombs, and royal splendor continues to fascinate visitors from around the globe. Its preserved history and panoramic setting make it a must-see site for anyone exploring northern Greece.

Aegae is a living history of the Macedonian kingdom, offering a glimpse into the lives of its rulers and the spread of Greek culture throughout the ancient world. The site's unique blend of historical significance, artistic achievements, and well-preserved architecture makes it an essential visit for anyone interested in exploring the roots of Western civilization.

Aigai (Aegae) related tours

We at Monterrasol Travel welcome you to see Aigai (Aegae) during multi-day small group car tour. Contact us if you would like to customize your tour to Aigai (Aegae).

We have developed several small group tours that visiting beautiful Aigai (Aegae). But, if you have a special conditions or any from these tours fit you, please do not hesitate to contact us, we can organize a tour exactly as you would like. We charge nothing for develop a custom itinerary. And remember, we have no problems to take you from almost any place where you stay, hotel or private accommodation.


Discover Greece in 9 days tour from Igoumenitsa. UNESCO sites, castles and monasteries. Ancient towns, beaches, castles and monasteries of Greece mainland.

off-season only tour

9 days

Price from € 3,074

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tour starts in: Igoumenitsa, Greece

tour finishes in: Igoumenitsa, Greece

tour duration: 9 days (8 nights)

tour countries: Greece

tour destinations: Aigai, Arta, Delphi, Dodoni, Galaxidi, Hosios Loukas, Ioannina, Kalampaka, Kassope, Larissa, Litochoro, Livadeia, Mesolongi, Meteora, Nafpaktos, Necromanteion of Acheron, Olympus, Preveza, Thermopylae, Veria

We welcome you to discover Greece with our 9-day circle tour from Igoumenitsa. Traveling the mainland of Greece, we will visit archaeological sites, museums, fortresses, monasteries, some of which are UNESCO sites.

In the area of Preveza, we will visit the Necromanteion of Acheron (oracle of the dead), an unusual site with an ancient Greek temple of necromancy devoted to Hades and Persephone. Another place to visit is the archaeological site Cassope, a magnificent and remote site on a high platform overlooking the sea.

In Arta, we will explore the archaeological museum and walk over the impressive four-arched stone bridge known from Roman times. On the way from Arta to Nafpaktos, we will come to see the Messolonghi lagoon.

In Nafpaktos, we will see the Nafpaktos fortress, see the small port that witnessed several battles, and enjoy a promenade along the sandy beach. After a walk in Nafpaktos, we will continue our tour toward Delphi but will stop for lunch in the calm coastal town of Galaxidi.

The next day we will explore the famous archaeological site and museum in Delphi (UNESCO World Heritage site). After exploring Delphi, we will visit the very important monastery Hosios Loukas (UNESCO World Heritage site), see medieval structures in Livadeia, salute King Leonidas in Thermopylae, and come to Kalampaka. Here we will climb steps of several Meteora monasteries (UNESCO World Heritage site).

After Meteora, we will visit the town of Larissa (UNESCO Tentative List site), known for its impressive archaeological museum and ancient theater. The same day, we will come to admire great Mount Olympus and learn how it was explored during the ages.

The next attraction is the very important archaeological site Aegae (also called Vergina). Aegae (UNESCO World Heritage site) was the first capital of the Macedonian kingdom and the burial place for their kings, considered to be one of the biggest and most significant places of classical Greece.

After Aegae, on the way back to Igoumenitsa, we will come to see Ioannina with its Ottoman castle, Silversmith Museum of Weapons and Jewelry, and archaeological site Dodoni (UNESCO Tentative List site) with its huge ancient theater.



Discover Greece in 11 days tour from Igoumenitsa. UNESCO sites, fortresses, monasteries. Tour via ancient towns, beaches, castles and monasteries of Greece mainland.

off-season only tour

11 days

Price from € 3,719

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tour starts in: Igoumenitsa, Greece

tour finishes in: Igoumenitsa, Greece

tour duration: 11 days (10 nights)

tour countries: Greece

tour destinations: Aigai, Arta, Corinth canal, Delphi, Dodoni, Hosios Loukas, Ioannina, Kalampaka, Kassope, Larissa, Livadeia, Loutraki, Mesolongi, Meteora, Mycenae, Nafpaktos, Necromanteion of Acheron, Olympus, Patras, Preveza, Thermopylae, Veria

We welcome you to come with us to discover Greece with our 11-day circle tour from Igoumenitsa. Traveling the mainland of Greece, we will visit important archaeological sites, impressive cathedrals and monasteries, museums, fortresses, some of which are UNESCO sites.

In area of Preveza, we will visit the Necromanteion of Acheron (oracle of the dead), an unusual site with an ancient Greek temple of necromancy devoted to Hades and Persephone. Another place to visit is the archaeological site Cassope, a magnificent and remote site on a high platform overlooking the sea.

In Arta, we will explore the archaeological museum and walk over the impressive four-arched stone bridge known from Roman times. On the way from Arta to Nafpaktos, we will come to see the Messolonghi lagoon.

In Nafpaktos, we will see the Nafpaktos fortress, see the small port that witnessed several battles, and after we will take a ferry to Patras to see there the Holy Church of Saint Andrew, the biggest church in Greece, a Byzantine-style basilica with 13 domes.

After an overnight stay in the coastal town of Loutraki, we will explore ancient Mycenae (UNESCO World Heritage site), an important archaeological site from around the 12th century BC, and its museum.

The next day we will explore medieval structures in Livadeia and visit the very important monastery Hosios Loukas (UNESCO World Heritage site). After overnight in Delphi, we will explore the famous archaeological site and museum in Delphi (UNESCO World Heritage site).

On the way from Delphi to Kalampaka, we will salute to King Leonidas in Thermopylae. In Kalampaka, we will climb steps of several Meteora monasteries (UNESCO World Heritage site).

After Meteora, we will visit the town of Larissa, known for its impressive archaeological museum and ancient theater. The same day, we will come to admire great Mount Olympus and learn how it was explored during the ages.

The next attraction is the very important archaeological site Aegae (also called Vergina). Aegae (UNESCO World Heritage site) was the first capital of the Macedonian kingdom and the burial place for their kings, considered to be one of the biggest and most significant places of classical Greece.

After Aegae, on the way back to Igoumenitsa, we will come to see Ioannina with its Ottoman castle, Silversmith Museum of Weapons and Jewelry, and archaeological site Dodoni with its huge ancient theater (UNESCO Tentative List site).



Exploring Central Greece 12 days tour from Thessaloniki. Circle trip via Aegae, Ioannina, Delphi, Meteora, Olympus.

off-season only tour

12 days

Price from € 4,079

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tour starts in: Thessaloniki, Greece

tour finishes in: Thessaloniki, Greece

tour duration: 12 days (11 nights)

tour countries: Greece

tour destinations: Aigai, Dion, Edessa, Kalampaka, Larissa, Litochoro, Meteora, Metsovo, Mieza, Olympus, Pella, Sesklo, Trikala, Veria, Volos

Come with us to discover Central Greece on a 12-day circle tour from Thessaloniki. With this off-season tour, we will visit different attractions of Central Greece, important ones as well as lesser-known ones.

The very first attraction we will visit is town Pella, where we will explore its archaeological site and museum. From Pella we will come to town Edessa, to explore its attractions, small historical center, archaeological site, and the monastery of Holy Trinity. From Edessa, we will visit the area of Mieza, to see its archaeological site, ancient theater, and historical landmarks related to Aristotle.

After Mieza, we will come to see the Byzantine museum in Veria, and see the so-called Podium of Paul the Apostle, the site where he talked with people. Near Veria, we will come to Aegae, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List because of its monumental significance in Western civilization and exceptional architecture. Aegae was the first capital of the Macedonian kingdom and the burial place for their kings, considered to be one of the biggest and most significant places of classical Greece.

From Veria, we will come for an overnight stay in the mountain town Metsovo, known for its wine and cheese. Our next destination is Kalampaka. Here we will climb steps of several Meteora monasteries (UNESCO World Heritage site). We will visit all monasteries that are open during these two days.

After the Meteora monasteries, we will come to town Trikala, see its fortress, and continue our tour toward the coastal town of Volos. Before coming to Volos, we will explore the archaeological site Sesklo, related to the Greek Neolithic Period (ca. 6000-3000 BCE). We will stay again 2 nights in the coastal town of Volos, where we also will visit its archaeological museum to see artifacts from Sesklo. Near Volos is located the mountain monastery of Holy Archangels, which we will see also on the same day.

In Larissa, we will see its archaeological museum and ancient theater. From Larissa, we will come to the area of Mount Olympus and learn how the area was explored over centuries. We also will visit the large archaeological site Dion and see its archaeological museum and ancient theater.



Northern Greece 15 days exploring tour from Thessaloniki. Thasos island, Philippi, Zagori mountain villages.

off-season only tour

15 days

Price from € 4,907

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tour starts in: Thessaloniki, Greece

tour finishes in: Ioannina, Greece

tour duration: 15 days (14 nights)

tour countries: Greece

tour destinations: Aigai, Alistrati, Amphipolis, Aspraggeli, Kapesovo, Kavala, Kipoi, Metsovo, Monodendri, Papingo, Philippi, Serres, Thasos, Tsepelovo, Veria, Vikos, Vitsa, Vradeto

We welcome you to discover amazing Northern Greece region with our 15 days tour from Thessaloniki. With this off-season tour we going to see the most important areas of Northern Greece, come to see Thasos island, visit archaeological site Philippi (UNESCO World Heritage site), and spend few days in famous region Zagori (UNESCO World Heritage site for Cultural Landscape).

The tour will start with visiting Amphipolis, an important ancient Greek polis and a Roman city later, today a large archaeological site with a museum. Amphipolis is known from antiquity as a colony of ancient Athenians and the site of the battle between the Spartans and Athenians in 422 BC.

After Amphipolis we will come to Kavala, to see its historical center, fortress and taste wine in nearby winery. Near Kavala will will come to explore huge and important archaeological site Philippi, with exceptional Roman architecture, its urban layout as a smaller reflection of Rome itself, and its importance in Christianity because of several visits to the city by the apostle Paul.

For those who enjoy wine, we scheduled to visit two famous wineries in the Kavala region, Biblia Chora winery and Chateau Nico Lazaridi winery, and taste their wines.

From Kavala, after short drive, we will take a quick ferry to Thasos island, where we will visit historical landmarks of Thasos town, museum of Olive and Olive oil, picturesque Kefalogourna waterfalls, Archangel Michael monastery, Marble Quarry and few other sites.

When we return back from Thasos to mainland, we will continue to discover Northern Greece. We will continue with Byzantine Greece by visit Byzantine museum in Veria. Near Veria, we will come to Aegae, first capital of the Macedonian kingdom and the burial place for their kings, considered to be one of the biggest and the most significant places of classical Greece. Its inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List because of its monumental significance in Western civilization and exceptional architecture.

After Aegae, next place to visit is mountain town Metsovo, known from Ottoman census records. Metsovo residents got a special privileges by provided the special service of guarding local mountain passes and the servicing of travelers. Metsovo is known for merchants, traveling sheepherders, rich traders, and cuisine with famous local cheeses and winemaking industries, including the Katogi vineyard of the Averoff family.

Large part of this tour is visiting Zagori region, designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Zagori contains 46 villages known as Zagori villages, also called Zagorochoria. The main source of income for the local communities originally came from commercial activities which resulted in migration to distant places. As result, the region is full of cute villages with stone houses, stone bridges, cobblestones, fountains, schools, temples and monasteries.

UNESCO added Zagori to the list of Cultural Landscapes, acknowledging the universal value of Zagori's architecture as a representative example of traditional, stone-built settlements. During our time in Zagori we will also come to few developed hiking passes, relatively easy but with amazing viewpoints.



Central Greece exploring 15 days circle tour from Thessaloniki. Visit the most important attractions of Central Greece.

off-season only tour

15 days

Price from € 5,031

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tour starts in: Thessaloniki, Greece

tour finishes in: Thessaloniki, Greece

tour duration: 15 days (14 nights)

tour countries: Greece

tour destinations: Aigai, Arta, Delphi, Dion, Edessa, Galaxidi, Ioannina, Kalampaka, Larissa, Lefkada, Litochoro, Meteora, Metsovo, Mieza, Nafpaktos, Olympus, Pella, Preveza, Thermopylae, Veria, Vonitsa

We welcome you to come with us on a 15-day circle tour to explore Central Greece from Thessaloniki. With this off-season tour, we will visit the most important attractions of Central Greece: famous monasteries, important archaeological sites and museums, historical landmarks, fortresses and waterfalls, mountain and coastal towns.

Our tour will start with visiting Pella, where we will explore its archaeological site and museum. From Pella we will come to town Edessa, to explore its attractions, small historical center, archaeological site, and the monastery of Holy Trinity. From Edessa, we will visit the area of Mieza, to see its archaeological site, ancient theater, and historical landmarks related to Aristotle.

After Mieza, we will come to see the Byzantine museum in Veria, and see the so-called Podium of Paul the Apostle, the site where he talked with people. Near Veria, we will come to Aegae, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List because of its monumental significance in Western civilization and exceptional architecture. Aegae was the first capital of the Macedonian kingdom and the burial place for their kings, considered to be one of the biggest and most significant places of classical Greece.

From Veria, we will come for an overnight stay in the mountain town Metsovo, known for its wine and cheese. Our next destination is Ioannina, where we will see its Ottoman fortress and Silversmith Museum of Weapons and Jewelry.

After Ioannina, we will come to Arta to see the archaeological museum and gorgeous Ottoman bridge. On the way to Arta, we plan to visit the famous Paul Vrellis Greek History Museum. We will stay overnight in the coastal town of Preveza.

From Preveza, we will take the road through the undersea tunnel to the coastal town of Lefkada, where the territory of the large Lefkada Island starts. In Lefkada town, we will see Faneromeni monastery, enjoy a drive around Lefkada Lagoon, and on the way to Nafpaktos, we will visit the coastal town of Vonitsa to see its fortress and admire the promenade passing along the sea and to the small islet nearby.

In Nafpaktos, we will see its fortress overlooking the whole bay, walk its historical center with a small port, and say hello to Miguel de Cervantes. On the way to Delphi, we will stop for lunch in the coastal town Galaxidi. In Delphi (UNESCO World Heritage site), famous in ancient times for its Oracle, we will explore its archaeological site and museum.

After Delphi, we will visit King Leonidas in Thermopylae, learn about his legendary battle, and come to Kalampaka. Here we will climb steps of several Meteora monasteries (UNESCO World Heritage site). We will visit all monasteries that are open during these two days.

After the Meteora monasteries, we will come to town Larissa, to see its archaeological museum and ancient theater. From Larissa, we will come to the area of Mount Olympus and learn how the area was explored over centuries. We also will visit the large archaeological site Dion and see its archaeological museum and ancient theater.



Exploring Greece Macedonia and Thessaly 16 days circle tour from Thessaloniki. Thasos island, Philippi, Aegae, Pella, Edessa, Meteora, Olympus.

off-season only tour

16 days

Price from € 5,366

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tour starts in: Thessaloniki, Greece

tour finishes in: Thessaloniki, Greece

tour duration: 16 days (15 nights)

tour countries: Greece

tour destinations: Aigai, Alistrati, Amphipolis, Dion, Edessa, Kalampaka, Kavala, Larissa, Litochoro, Meteora, Mieza, Olympus, Pella, Philippi, Serres, Thasos, Veria

Come with us to explore two famous regions of Greece, Macedonia and Thessaly, with our 16-day circle tour from Thessaloniki. With this off-season tour we will see Thasos Island and the most important attractions of both regions, together with a few lesser-known locations.

We will start our tour with discovering Amphipolis, an important ancient Greek polis and later a Roman city, nowadays a large archaeological site with a museum, known from antiquity as a colony of ancient Athenians and the site of the battle between the Spartans and Athenians in 422 BC.

After Thessaloniki, we will come to Kavala to see its historical center and fortress. Near Kavala, we will come to explore the huge and important archaeological site of Philippi, with its exceptional Roman architecture, its urban layout as a smaller reflection of Rome itself, and its importance in Christianity because of several visits to the city by the apostle Paul.

For those who enjoy wine, we will visit two famous wineries in the Kavala region, Biblia Chora winery and Chateau Nico Lazaridi winery, and taste their wines.

From Kavala, after a short drive, we will take a quick ferry to Thasos Island, where we will visit historical landmarks of Thasos town, the Museum of Olive and Olive Oil, the picturesque Kefalogourna waterfalls, the Archangel Michael monastery, the Marble Quarry, and a few other locations.

When we return back from Thasos to the mainland, we will continue our discoveries. On the way to town Serres, we will see the beautiful Alistrati cave, and two important monasteries, the Ascension of the Lord monastery and the Virgin Mary Eikosiphoinissa monastery.

In Serres, we will see its historical attractions and visit one more monastery, the mountainous Saint John the Forerunner monastery. From Serres, we will come to Pella to see its archaeological site and museum.

After walking in Pella, we will come to town Edessa, to explore its attractions, small historical center, archaeological site, and the monastery of Holy Trinity. From Edessa, we will visit the area of Mieza, to see its archaeological site, ancient theater, and historical landmarks related to Aristotle.

We will continue our tour with a visit to the Byzantine museum in Veria, and see the so-called Podium of Paul the Apostle, the site where he talked with people. Near Veria, we will come to Aegae, the first capital of the Macedonian kingdom and the burial place for their kings, considered to be one of the biggest and most significant places of classical Greece. Aegae is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List because of its monumental significance in Western civilization and exceptional architecture.

Our next place to visit is town Kalampaka, known for the famous monasteries of Meteora. We will visit all monasteries that are open during these two days.

After the Meteora monasteries, we will come to town Larissa, to see its archaeological museum and ancient theater. From Larissa, we will come to the area of Mount Olympus and learn how the area was explored over centuries. We also will visit the large archaeological site Dion, and see its archaeological museum and ancient theater.



Exploring Montenegro Albania Greece in 17 days tour from Tivat. All seasons tour across Southern Balkans: UNESCO sites, fortresses, monasteries.

off-season only tour

17 days

Price from € 4,723

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tour starts in: Tivat, Montenegro

tour finishes in: Thessaloniki, Greece

tour duration: 17 days (16 nights)

tour countries: Albania, Greece, Montenegro

tour destinations: Aigai, Apollonia, Bar, Berat, Budva, Dajbabe, Dion, Dodoni, Durrës, Gjirokastër, Ioannina, Kotor, Krujë, Larissa, Litochoro, Meteora, Pella, Trikala, Veria

We welcome you to the 17 days all seasons tour across Southern Balkans. We will explore 3 countries: Montenegro, Albania, Greece.

In Montenegro, we will visit town Kotor (UNESCO World Heritage Site) is surrounded by fortifications built during the Venetian period. In coastal town Budva we will walk its narrow streets of historical center and surrounding walls. We also will visit Old Bar, the settlement known from Byzantine Empire ages. On the way to Albania we will visit cave monastery Dajbabe with unique frescoes.

In Albania, we need to see historical center of town Krije and its museum, admire ancient theater in Durres, wonder on beautiful sea on Divjaka beach, and come to sleep in town Berat (UNESCO World Heritage Site), called as town of thousand windows. After Berat, we will visit archaeological site Apollonia (UNESCO Tentative List site), and come to see historical center of town Gjirokaster (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Here in Gjirokaster we will walk in Ottoman fortress and see local museum.

In Greece, we will stay in mainland, and see fortress of Ioannina, together with historical town and Silversmithing museum. We will admire huge amphitheater at Dodoni archaeological site (UNESCO Tentative List site), and arrive at evening to town Kalampaka to see famous complex of monasteries Meteora (UNESCO World Heritage Site).

Next, we will see a fortress in Trikala, archaeological site with amphitheater in Larissa, and will come to Litochoro in the area of Olympus mountain. Here we need to see Olympus Park museum, St. Dionysios monastery, reach Zilnia viewpoint, and walk in Dion archaeological site.

Next important place to see is archaeological site Aegae, and historic center of Veria. On the way to Thessaloniki in town Edessa we will see waterfall and local ancient bridge, and visit archaeological site Pella with its museum.



Central Greece off-season 17 days tour from Athens. Visit UNESCO sites and non-touristy historical places of Greece mainland.

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17 days

Price from € 6,027

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tour starts in: Athens, Greece

tour finishes in: Athens, Greece

tour duration: 17 days (16 nights)

tour countries: Greece

tour destinations: Aigai, Arachova, Corinth, Delphi, Dion, Eretria, Galaxidi, Hosios Loukas, Lamia, Larissa, Litochoro, Livadeia, Meteora, Mycenae, Nafpaktos, Pella, Servia, Thermopylae, Trikala, Veria, Volos

This off-season 17 days tour is interesting for people who would like understand the history of Greece through visit both kind of sites, a well known as UNESCO Word Heritage sites and UNESCO tentative list sites, as well as some non-touristy places, all located on the territory of Central Greece. With this tour you will walk ancient historical places where are roots of the culture of our civilization. Greece is so rich with history that visit all UNESCO places in one tour will take very long time. Because of that we, Monterrasol Travel, created this tour to give you ability to visit the most interesting Central Greece UNESCO places in one tour.



Exploring Northern Greece 18 days tour from Thessaloniki. Thasos island, Philippi, Zagori mountain villages and bridges, Corfu.

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18 days

Price from € 5,977

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tour starts in: Thessaloniki, Greece

tour finishes in: Corfu, Greece

tour duration: 18 days (17 nights)

tour countries: Greece

tour destinations: Aigai, Aspraggeli, Corfu, Dodoni, Ioannina, Kapesovo, Kavala, Metsovo, Monodendri, Paleokastritsa, Papingo, Philippi, Thasos, Thessaloniki, Tsepelovo, Veria, Vikos, Vitsa

Come with us to discover amazing Northern Greece with our 18 days tour from Thessaloniki. With this off-season tour we going to see the most important places in Thessaloniki, will come to Thasos island, walk archaeological site Philippi (UNESCO World Heritage site), and spend a few days in popular region Zagori (UNESCO World Heritage site for Cultural Landscape).

We will start with discovering Thessaloniki, the cultural capital of Greece, known for its Paleochristian and Byzantine monuments (UNESCO World Heritage Sites), renowned cuisine, and never sleep atmosphere.

After Thessaloniki we will come to Kavala, to see its historical center, fortress and taste wine in nearby winery. Near Kavala will will come to explore huge and important archaeological site Philippi, with exceptional Roman architecture, its urban layout as a smaller reflection of Rome itself, and its importance in Christianity because of several visits to the city by the apostle Paul.

From Kavala, after short drive, we will take a quick ferry to Thasos island, where we will visit historical landmarks of Thasos town, museum of Olive and Olive oil, picturesque Kefalogourna waterfalls, Archangel Michael monastery, Marble Quarry and few other sites.

When we return back from Thasos to mainland, we will continue to discover Northern Greece. We will continue with Byzantine Greece by visit Byzantine museum in Veria. Near Veria, we will come to Aegae, first capital of the Macedonian kingdom and the burial place for their kings, considered to be one of the biggest and the most significant places of classical Greece. Its inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List because of its monumental significance in Western civilization and exceptional architecture.

Our next place to visit is mountain town Metsovo, known from Ottoman census records. Metsovo residents had a privileges from Ottomans because they provided the special service of guarding local mountain passes and the servicing of travelers. Metsovo is known for rich merchants and traders, traveling sheepherders, specific cuisine used local cheeses, and wine making traditions including the Katogi vineyard of the Averoff family.

Significant part of this tour is exploring the Zagori region (approved as UNESCO World Heritage Site for Cultural Landscape). Zagori, also called Zagorochoria, contains 46 villages known as Zagori villages. The main source of income for the local communities initially were commercial activities like trading to distant places. Rich residents during centuries built many villages with stone houses, stone bridges, cobblestones streets, fountains, schools, churches and monasteries.

UNESCO added Zagori to the list of Cultural Landscapes, acknowledging the universal value of Zagori's architecture as a representative example of traditional, stone-built settlements. During our time in Zagori we will also come to few developed hiking passes, relatively easy but with amazing viewpoints.

After we leave Zagori, we will come to Ioannina, to see its fortress, silversmith weapons and jewelry museum, and come to small island at the middle of Ioannina lake, to have a short walk with visiting a few churches and monasteries and the museum of famous Ali Pasha.

From Ioannina, on the way to Igoumenitsa, we will come to see archaeological site Dodoni, know for its gorgeous ancient theater. From Igoumenitsa we will take ferry to Corfu. There on Corfu we need to walk its historical center, fortress, and we will come to see ancient Paleokastritsa monastery located on another side of Corfu island.



Central Greece off-season 18 days tour from Athens. Visit non-touristy and UNESCO and tentative list sites of Greece mainland.

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18 days

Price from € 6,368

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tour starts in: Athens, Greece

tour finishes in: Athens, Greece

tour duration: 18 days (17 nights)

tour countries: Greece

tour destinations: Aigai, Ancient Corinth, Antirrio, Arachova, Corinth canal, Delphi, Dion, Galaxidi, Hosios Loukas, Lamia, Larissa, Litochoro, Livadeia, Loutraki, Mesolongi, Meteora, Mycenae, Nafpaktos, Oiniadai, Patras, Rio, Sikyon, Thermopylae, Trikala, Veria, Volos

This off-season 18 days tour is good for people who would like to touch the history of Greece through visit UNESCO Word Heritage sites, UNESCO tentative list sites, and some of Greece non-touristy places all around of Central Greece.

With this tour you will walk ancient historical places where are roots of the culture of our civilization. You will visit old fortresses, ancient theaters, sites of few Greece oracles, and of course famous Greece archaeological museums in differ areas.

Greece is so rich with history that visit all UNESCO sites in one tour will take very long time. Because of that we, Monterrasol Travel, created this tour to be able to visit the most important Central Greece UNESCO sites in one tour.



Discover Croatia Bosnia Montenegro Albania Greece in 20 days tour. Balkans roadtrip from Zagreb to Thessaloniki via UNESCO sites, old towns, monasteries and fortresses.

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20 days

Price from € 6,335

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tour starts in: Zagreb, Croatia

tour finishes in: Thessaloniki, Greece

tour duration: 20 days (19 nights)

tour countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Greece, Montenegro

tour destinations: Aigai, Apollonia, Bar, Blagaj, Budva, Dajbabe, Dion, Dodoni, Dubovac, Gjirokastër, Ioannina, Kalampaka, Kotor, Kravica, Krujë, Larissa, Litochoro, Loreto, Meteora, Međugorje, Mostar, Olympus, Perast, Podgorica, Počitelj, Radimlja, Shkodër, Split, Trebinje, Trogir, Tvrdoš, Vjetrenica, Zadar, Šibenik

We welcome you to travel with us on our 20-day Balkans road trip from Zagreb to Thessaloniki. The tour will pass through 5 Balkan countries: Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, Albania, and Greece. We will pass over the Adriatic coast and Dalmatian Riviera of Croatia, the wonderful hilly nature of Bosnia-Herzegovina, the coastal Venetian towns of Montenegro, the unexpected panoramas and old castles of Albania, and visit famous UNESCO places in Greece.

In each country of this tour, we will visit must-see places, UNESCO sites, and cultural heritage places that will give an understanding and feeling of the country.

In Croatia, we will pass beautiful coastal roads and see the Venetian towns Zadar, Sibenik, Trogir, Split, and their main attractions.

Passing Bosnia-Herzegovina, we will visit towns known from the Ottoman era, beautiful waterfalls, ancient bridges, a famous Orthodox monastery with its own wine cellars, and all that by scenic roads of hilly landscapes.

In Montenegro, we are going to see Venetian fortified towns, breathtaking aqueduct, the remains of an old town destroyed by an earthquake, a cave monastery, and a beautiful coastline.

Traveling Albania, we will visit a few impressive fortresses, two old bazaars still full of locally made goods, a huge archaeological site, and we will admire beautiful nature.

In Greece, we will see the Silversmith Museum located in the Ottoman fortress, the amazing Meteora monasteries sitting on huge stone boulders, and historical museums and archaeological sites in Aegae, Dion, Larissa, and Dodoni. We also will come to admire Mount Olympus and learn how it was explored and discovered during centuries.

This tour will give you an initial understanding of each country. If you wish, you can come with us to explore each country in-depth with the next tours.



Discover Croatia Bosnia Montenegro Albania Macedonia Greece in 23 days tour. UNESCO sites, old towns, monasteries and fortresses on Balkans roadtrip from Zagreb to Igoumenitsa.

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23 days

Price from € 7,176

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tour starts in: Zagreb, Croatia

tour finishes in: Igoumenitsa, Greece

tour duration: 23 days (22 nights)

tour countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Greece, Montenegro, North Macedonia

tour destinations: Aigai, Apollonia, Bar, Blagaj, Budva, Dajbabe, Dodoni, Dubovac, Ioannina, Kalampaka, Kotor, Krujë, Loreto, Meteora, Metsovo, Međugorje, Mostar, Ohrid, Pella, Perast, Podgorica, Radimlja, Saint Naum, Shkodër, Split, Stobi, The Bay of Bones, Trebinje, Trogir, Tvrdoš, Veria, Vjetrenica, Zadar, Šibenik

Come with us to travel the Balkans with our 23-day road trip from Zagreb to Igoumenitsa. The tour will pass through 6 Balkan countries: Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, Albania, North Macedonia, and Greece. We will pass over the Adriatic coast and Dalmatian Riviera of Croatia to see its coastal Venetian towns, the wonderful hilly nature of Bosnia-Herzegovina, the coastal Venetian towns of Montenegro, the unexpected panoramas and old castles of Albania, discover a lake town and huge monastery in North Macedonia, and visit famous UNESCO places in Greece.

In each country of this tour, we will visit must-see important attractions, UNESCO sites, and through cultural heritage places will understand and feel each country's spirit.

Passing Croatia, we will pass beautiful coastal roads and see the coastal Venetian towns Zadar, Sibenik, Trogir, Split, and their main attractions.

In Bosnia-Herzegovina, we will see ancient bridges, towns known from the Ottoman era, a famous Orthodox monastery with its own wine cellars, and all that by scenic roads of hilly landscapes.

Traveling Montenegro, we are going to see Venetian fortified towns, the remains of an old town destroyed by an earthquake, a Roman aqueduct still in great shape, a cave monastery, and a beautiful coastline.

In Albania, we will visit a few impressive fortresses, an impressive old bazaar still full of locally made goods, a huge archaeological site, and we will admire beautiful nature.

North Macedonia will show us a lively lake town that once had 365 churches, according to legend, and was referred to as the Jerusalem of the Balkans. Here we will see an impressive lake monastery and a large archaeological site still showing beautiful frescoes.

In Greece, we will see several historical museums and archaeological sites in Aegae, Pella, and Dodoni. We will visit the amazing Meteora monasteries sitting on huge stone boulders, walk streets famous among locals in a mountain town known for its wine and cheese, see the Silversmith Museum located in the Ottoman fortress, and enjoy Greek hospitality and cuisine every day.

With this tour you will get an initial understanding of each country. If you wish, you can come with us to explore each country in-depth with the next tours.



Greece off-season UNESCO places tour 23 days from Athens. Visit most Greece mainland UNESCO and tentative list places.

off-season only tour

23 days

Price from € 8,015

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tour starts in: Athens, Greece

tour finishes in: Athens, Greece

tour duration: 23 days (22 nights)

tour countries: Greece

tour destinations: Aigai, Argos, Arta, Corinth, Delphi, Dodoni, Epidaurus, Hosios Loukas, Ioannina, Kalamata, Koroni, Larissa, Livadeia, Mesolongi, Messene, Meteora, Methoni, Metsovo, Monemvasia, Mycenae, Mystras, Nafpaktos, Nafplio, Olympia, Patras, Porto Kagio, Pylos, Rio, Sparta, Thermopylae, Trikala, Volos

This off-season 23 days tour is focused on people who would like to get to know deeply the history of Greece and walk that ancient historical places where are roots of culture of our civilization. Around the world such places are on the list of UNESCO. And many other places now expecting to be on UNESCO list; such places are prepared, available for public for fraction of cost, and are on so called UNESCO tentative list.

During this tour we going to visit most of UNESCO places and UNESCO tentative list places, located in Greece mainland. Greece is so rich with history that visit all UNESCO places in one tour will take very long time. Because of that we, Monterrasol Travel, created this tour to be able to visit the most of UNESCO places in one tour.



Central Greece off-season 24 days tour from Athens. Visit non-touristy and UNESCO and tentative list sites of Greece mainland.

off-season only tour

24 days

Price from € 8,291

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tour starts in: Athens, Greece

tour finishes in: Athens, Greece

tour duration: 24 days (23 nights)

tour countries: Greece

tour destinations: Aigai, Antirrio, Arachova, Corinth, Delphi, Diakopto, Dion, Eretria, Galaxidi, Hosios Loukas, Kalavryta, Lamia, Larissa, Litochoro, Livadeia, Loutraki, Mesolongi, Meteora, Mycenae, Nafpaktos, Oiniadai, Patras, Pella, Rio, Servia, Thermopylae, Trikala, Veria, Volos

This off-season 24 days tour is interesting for people who would like to touch the history of Greece through visit few UNESCO Word Heritage sites, few UNESCO tentative list sites, and some of non-touristy places, all located in Central Greece. With this tour you will walk ancient historical places where are roots of the culture of our civilization. Greece is so rich with history that visit all UNESCO places in one tour will take very long time. Because of that we, Monterrasol Travel, created this tour to be able to visit the most of Central Greece UNESCO places in one tour.



Greece off-season UNESCO places tour 25 days from Athens. Visit most Greece mainland UNESCO and tentative list places.

off-season only tour

25 days

Price from € 8,829

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tour starts in: Athens, Greece

tour finishes in: Athens, Greece

tour duration: 25 days (24 nights)

tour countries: Greece

tour destinations: Aigai, Argos, Arta, Corinth, Delphi, Dodoni, Epidaurus, Hosios Loukas, Ioannina, Kalamata, Koroni, Larissa, Livadeia, Mesolongi, Messene, Meteora, Methoni, Metsovo, Monemvasia, Mycenae, Mystras, Nafpaktos, Nafplio, Olympia, Patras, Porto Kagio, Pylos, Rio, Sparta, Thermopylae, Trikala, Volos

This off-season tour is focused on people who would like to get to know deeply the history of Greece and walk that ancient historical places where are roots of culture of our civilization. Around the world such places are on the list of UNESCO. And many other places now expecting to be on UNESCO list; such places are prepared, available for public for fraction of cost, and are on so called UNESCO tentative list.

During this tour we going to visit most of UNESCO places and UNESCO tentative list places, located in Greece mainland. Greece is so rich with history that visit all UNESCO places in one tour will take very long time. Because of that we, Monterrasol Travel, created this tour to be able to visit the most of UNESCO places in one tour.



Explore Croatia Bosnia Montenegro Albania Macedonia Greece by cultural tour 26 days. Balkans roadtrip from Zagreb to Athens via UNESCO sites, medieval towns, fortresses, monasteries.

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26 days

Price from € 8,613

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tour starts in: Zagreb, Croatia

tour finishes in: Athens, Greece

tour duration: 26 days (25 nights)

tour countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Greece, Montenegro, North Macedonia

tour destinations: Aigai, Apollonia, Bar, Blagaj, Budva, Dajbabe, Delphi, Dubovac, Durrës, Elbasan, Hosios Loukas, Kalampaka, Kotor, Kravica, Krujë, Livadeia, Loutra Ypatis, Meteora, Mostar, Nehaj, Ohrid, Omiš, Perast, Podgorica, Počitelj, Radimlja, Shkodër, Skopje, Split, Stobi, Stolac, Thermopylae, Thessaloniki, Trebinje, Trogir, Tvrdoš, Veria, Zadar, Šibenik

We welcome you to come with us to explode 6 the Balkans countries with our extended 26 days Balkans cultural tour passing though Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, Albania, North Macedonia, and Greece.

The tour will pass Adriatic coast and Dalmatian Riviera of Croatia, wonderful hilly nature of Bosnia-Herzegovina, coastal Venetians towns of Montenegro, unexpected panoramas and castles of Albania, meet truly Roman sites of North Macedonia and rich historical places in Greece.

We will visit medieval and venetian towns in Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina and Montenegro; will see famous Orthodox monasteries in Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Greece; ancient Roman theaters in Macedonia and Greece; fortified towns in Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina and Montenegro; archaeological places in Bosnia-Herzegovina, North Macedonia and Greece; medieval fortresses in Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Albania and Montenegro; UNESCO sites in Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Albania and Greece.

This tour will open for you the Balkans as important part of the civilization, full of dramatic history and great achievements.



Off-season Greece +Albania UNESCO places 26 days tour from Athens. Visit most of UNESCO Greece+Albania places.

off-season only tour

26 days

Price from € 8,998

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tour starts in: Athens, Greece

tour finishes in: Athens, Greece

tour duration: 26 days (25 nights)

tour countries: Albania, Greece

tour destinations: Aigai, Apollonia, Argos, Arta, Berat, Butrint, Corinth, Delphi, Dodoni, Epidaurus, Gjirokastër, Hosios Loukas, Ioannina, Kalamata, Kaninë, Lamia, Larissa, Livadeia, Lëkurësi, Mesolongi, Messene, Meteora, Mycenae, Mystras, Nafpaktos, Nafplio, Olympia, Patras, Porto Palermo, Rio, Sparta, Tepelenë, Thermopylae, Trikala

The off-season tour 26 days tour started in Athens cover most of UNESCO Cultural Heritage sites in 2 countries, Greece and Albania. Additionally, the tour cover several places in Greece that submitted to the UNESCO tentative list.

Come and visit this stunning countries in the off-peak months! You will quickly understand why Greece is much more than just a perfect summer destination. Greece is a truly year-round destination!

It boasts plenty of things to do: from fascinating museums to imposing archaeological sites, and from mouthwatering gastronomy to perfect- picture villages and towns. Greece is the ideal destination if you enjoy nature and dramatic landscapes, regardless the time of the year you plan to visit it.



Greece off-season UNESCO places tour 27 days from Athens. Visit most Greece mainland UNESCO and tentative list places.

off-season only tour

27 days

Price from € 9,547

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tour starts in: Athens, Greece

tour finishes in: Athens, Greece

tour duration: 27 days (26 nights)

tour countries: Greece

tour destinations: Aigai, Arachova, Argos, Bassae, Corinth, Delphi, Dion, Dodoni, Epidaurus, Hosios Loukas, Ioannina, Kalamata, Kardamyli, Litochoro, Livadeia, Loutraki, Messene, Meteora, Methoni, Monemvasia, Mycenae, Mystras, Nafpaktos, Nafplio, Olympia, Patras, Pylos, Rio, Sparta, Thermopylae, Thessaloniki, Tiryns, Trikala

This off-season tour is focused on people who would like to get to know deeply the history of Greece and walk that ancient historical places where are roots of culture of our civilization. Around the world such places are on the list of UNESCO. And many other places now expecting to be on UNESCO list; such places are prepared, available for public for fraction of cost, and are on so called UNESCO tentative list.

During this tour we going to visit most of UNESCO places and UNESCO tentative list places, located in Greece mainland. Greece is so rich with history that visit all UNESCO places in one tour will take very long time. Because of that we, Monterrasol Travel, created this tour to be able to visit the most of UNESCO places in one tour.



Greece off-season UNESCO places tour 29 days from Athens. Visit most Greece mainland UNESCO and tentative list places.

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29 days

Price from € 10,304

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tour starts in: Athens, Greece

tour finishes in: Athens, Greece

tour duration: 29 days (28 nights)

tour countries: Greece

tour destinations: Aigai, Argos, Arta, Bassae, Corinth, Delphi, Dodoni, Epidaurus, Hosios Loukas, Ioannina, Kalamata, Koroni, Larissa, Livadeia, Mesolongi, Messene, Meteora, Methoni, Metsovo, Monemvasia, Mycenae, Mystras, Nafpaktos, Nafplio, Olympia, Parga, Patras, Porto Kagio, Preveza, Pylos, Rio, Sounion, Sparta, Thermopylae, Trikala, Volos

This off-season tour is focused on people who would like to get to know deeply the history of Greece and walk that ancient historical places where are roots of culture of our civilization. Around the world such places are on the list of UNESCO. And many other places now expecting to be on UNESCO list; such places are prepared, available for public for fraction of cost, and are on so called UNESCO tentative list.

During this tour we going to visit most of UNESCO places and UNESCO tentative list places, located in Greece mainland. Greece is so rich with history that visit all UNESCO places in one tour will take very long time. Because of that we, Monterrasol Travel, created this tour to be able to visit the most of UNESCO places in one tour.




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