Mother Nature of Imathia [7 days]

Mother Nature of Imathia [7 days]
from 800 €

During your stay in Central Macedonia, experience the natural wonders of the regions of Imathia and Pieria. Your journey will begin on a sailboat that will take you from Thessaloniki to Litochoro, Pieria, then you will take pleasure in the wonderful nature, surrounding the massif of the mountain ranges of Pieria. Pay a visit to the lesser-known but equally gorgeous Vermio Mountain in Imathia and to the majestic Aliakmonas river and the Axios Delta National Park.

During the various hiking paths, you will be able to take the load off of your shoulders and rediscover your energy. The various activities like hiking, cycling, and animal and bird watching that will take place during your stay, aim to help you get the idea of conservation & protection of nature.

Since all the aspects of “The Mother Nature of Imathia” are considered in a way that fits the Sustainability mindset you will have the chance to get closer to a sustainable way of thinking as well. Feed upon local and clean food, with the meals specially designed to cover the nutritional requirements as these are implied by the activities scheduled.

Highlights:

IMATHIA: Bike to Vermio, Hike to the Falls of Metamorfosi, Greek style Picnic at the Artificial Lake of Aliakmon

PIERIA: Sail from Thessaloniki to Pieria, Hike the Enipeas Gorge, and to the Petrostrouga Refuge, Mt Olympus

THESSALONIKI: Visit the Thermal Springs of Lagada

GROUPS: 8-15 people

Itinerary

Pieria - Litochoro

Sail from Thessaloniki to Pieria with lunch on board, talk about the marine environment of Greece, dock, and transport to the hotel in Litochoro.Welcome to the hotel, small treat and local drink, meet the hosts, and tour the premises. Early dinner in the village, rich with protein and rest.

Enipeas Gorge

Wake up early and get ready for the first hike. With the help of the mountain leader, hike from Litochoro to Prionia Refuge through the wonderful Enipeas Gorge with a stop for light lunch in the Monastery of St Dionysius in the middle of the path. Dinner on the picturesque Prionia Refuge’s balcony and return to Litochoro by car.

Petrostrouga Refuge

Wake up early, pack the bags and load the trunk! Pay a visit to the Olympus National Park Information Center with the mountain leader. Begin the hike to the Petrostrouga Refuge, stops along the way to explain what was seen in the information center and for lunch. Arrive at Petrostrouga Refuge, meet the host and settle in, dinner and rest.

Naousa – Vermio

Departure from Petrostrouga to Vermio, welcome at the hotel, small treat, and local drink, meet the hosts and prepare for the next adventure. Ride a bike for the Biking paths of Vermio, with stops for animal watching and lunch. Later, return to the hotel for dinner and rest.

Metamorfosi

After a strengthening breakfast, hike to Metamorfosi and stop in Vathres, the natural pools, where one can take a dive. Picnic lunch in the forest and after the rest, return to the hotel. Visit Naousa for dinner and night out.

Veria

Departure to the Shore of the Artificial Lake of Aliakmon for a bird watching experience. After a picnic and relaxation in nature, visit Veria and enjoy Greek coffee with the signature dessert dish of the town. Dinner and night out. Return to the hotel and rest.

Lagadas

Depart from the hotel, head to Thessaloniki, and stop at the Thermal Spring of Lagada to enjoy the Thermal Baths. Light lunch on the way to Macedonia Airport in Thessaloniki for the departure.

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