Thessaloniki to Volos and Pelion – Private Day Trip
Overview
Volos is one of the most beautiful cities in Greece. The wealth of the region and its long history have left their mark on the city’s architecture, which exudes confidence and grandeur. The numerous mansions, municipal halls, museumσ, early 20th-century industrial facilities, and splendid churches make touring Volos truly enjoyable.
Pelion is a place of indescribable beauty. With a breath-taking view over the endless sea, settlements that are architectural gems, and an ancient culture, it welcomes myriads of visitors every year. Lush vegetation and an extensive network of mountain paths enable the visitor to wander through a bewitching land, still echoing to the legendary Centaurs. It is worthy of note that the winding pathways linking the villages of Pelion exceed a total of 500 kilometres.
Villages in Pelion, like Portaria, Tsangarada, Zagora, Vyzitsa, Milies, and dozens more, with their proud mansions, traditional springs, hospitable guesthouses, create a heaven on earth.
Pelion is a place of indescribable beauty. With a breath-taking view over the endless sea, settlements that are architectural gems, and an ancient culture, it welcomes myriads of visitors every year. Lush vegetation and an extensive network of mountain paths enable the visitor to wander through a bewitching land, still echoing to the legendary Centaurs. It is worthy of note that the winding pathways linking the villages of Pelion exceed a total of 500 kilometres.
Villages in Pelion, like Portaria, Tsangarada, Zagora, Vyzitsa, Milies, and dozens more, with their proud mansions, traditional springs, hospitable guesthouses, create a heaven on earth.
Inclusions
- After the trip you will receive with email photos and video of your trip.
- Pick up and drop off service from your hotel in Thessaloniki
- Professional chauffeur (English-speaking)
- Transportation by air-conditioned V.I.P. car or mini van
- Bottled water - Bottle of water and coffee during the route (free)
- WiFi on board
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Portaria, Portaria, Volos, Magnesia Region, Thessaly
Portaria is perhaps the most famous and visited Pelion village. This is due to the traditional beauty of the village and to the fact that is situated just 12 km from Volos town. Furthermore, during winter it is probably the last refueling stop for the Pelion ski resort (just 13 km) or the place for lunch, coffee and anything else that may relax skiers before returning back home.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Tsagkarada, Tsagkarada, Magnesia Region, Thessaly
Tsagarada village in Pelion mountain is located on the east side of the mountain with an amazing view to the Aegean sea. Discover the village squares of the four Tsagarada’s settlements and enjoy the feeling of the Olympian god’s summer resort!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Zagora, Zagora, Magnesia Region, Thessaly
Zagora village is the largest among Pelion mountain villages. It is located on the east side of the mountain, on one of Pelion‘s mountain slopes overlooking the Aegean sea.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Vizitsa, Vizitsa, Magnesia Region, Thessaly
Vizitsa village is a very picturesque traditional Pelion village, between the villages of Milies and Pinakates. It is located 30 kms from the city of Volos and it is accessed quite easily.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Makrinitsa, Makrinitsa, Volos, Magnesia Region, Thessaly
Makrinitsa village is one of the most traditional and beautiful Pelion villages. It offers amazing view to Pagasitikos gulf and Volos city and for this reason it is named as Pelion balcony.The natural beauty of Pelion perfectly preserved architecture, breathtaking views from the square and the small distance from Volos, have made Makrinitsa one of the most popular tourist destinations in Pelion throughout the year.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Portaria, Portaria, Volos, Magnesia Region, Thessaly
Portaria is perhaps the most famous and visited Pelion village. This is due to the traditional beauty of the village and to the fact that is situated just 12 km from Volos town. Furthermore, during winter it is probably the last refueling stop for the Pelion ski resort (just 13 km) or the place for lunch, coffee and anything else that may relax skiers before returning back home.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Tsagkarada, Tsagkarada, Magnesia Region, Thessaly
Tsagarada village in Pelion mountain is located on the east side of the mountain with an amazing view to the Aegean sea. Discover the village squares of the four Tsagarada’s settlements and enjoy the feeling of the Olympian god’s summer resort!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Zagora, Zagora, Magnesia Region, Thessaly
Zagora village is the largest among Pelion mountain villages. It is located on the east side of the mountain, on one of Pelion‘s mountain slopes overlooking the Aegean sea.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Vizitsa, Vizitsa, Magnesia Region, Thessaly
Vizitsa village is a very picturesque traditional Pelion village, between the villages of Milies and Pinakates. It is located 30 kms from the city of Volos and it is accessed quite easily.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Makrinitsa, Makrinitsa, Volos, Magnesia Region, Thessaly
Makrinitsa village is one of the most traditional and beautiful Pelion villages. It offers amazing view to Pagasitikos gulf and Volos city and for this reason it is named as Pelion balcony.The natural beauty of Pelion perfectly preserved architecture, breathtaking views from the square and the small distance from Volos, have made Makrinitsa one of the most popular tourist destinations in Pelion throughout the year.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Infant seats available
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- HELLO THESSALONIKI CONCIERGE AND PRIVATE TRAVEL SERVICES Measures Against Covid-19 (coronavirus) We implement COVID-19 counter policies both in our private tours/experiences as well as at all "HELLO" daily business operations.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.