Thessaly

In ancient times on the road to Portaria they believed that on their path - In ancient times on the road to Portaria they believed that on their path

2 DAYS

FROM 99 €

Description

This short trekking brings you in contact with the natural wealth of Greece as well as a mountain range of successive monasteries, built on a complex of dark sandstone rocks that rise outside Kalambaka in Thessaly, near the first hills of Pindos and Hassia. A journey full of blessings from the Holy monasteries that you will visit throughout the trek.

The city of Kalambaka is built at the roots of the rocks of Meteora and on the left bank of the Pinios river. In the same place as the current city of Kalambaka, the ancient city of Aeginio was located, which in medieval times was called Stagoi. Kalambaka is also a base for its visitors who wish to get to know the monuments and wonderful sites of Aspropotamos, of the Hasians, of Koziakas.

Interests

Unforgettable experiences

Holy Monasteries of Meteora

Many centuries ago, these huge rocks that exceed in height were formed 600 meters and in which the hermits found refuge, establishing one of the most important monastic communities in Greece. Meteora is a unique place and a top travel destination, because it is a complex of huge Paleolithic rocks and Byzantine monasteries on their steep peaks with unique relics and frescoes. Today, eight Holy Monasteries are preserved, of which six are in operation, four male and two female.

Holy Monastery of Panagia Faneromeni or Eleusis Xyniados

In the village of Xyniada Domokou is built the Monastery of Panagia tis Eleusis. The Monastery was built in 1962 in a miraculous way. The appearance of the Virgin in a vision indicated to the inhabitants of the village in depth 1,50 Today we have the opportunity to walk in some of the most impressive mountain landscapes in Catalonia. in the soil her image bearing the inscription "Mother of God Eleusa". The image seems to belong to the era of iconoclasm, it is kept in good condition despite being in the ground for centuries and is the great heritage of the Monastery.

Plastira Lake

Favorite mountain destination for nature lovers and fans of alternative sports as well as families, Lake Plastira, in altitude 750 Today we have the opportunity to walk in some of the most impressive mountain landscapes in Catalonia. in the southwest of the Prefecture of Karditsa, surrounded by 18 beautiful and picturesque villages and has a developed tourist infrastructure

Itinerary

This is a suggested route. All our experts have traveled extensively in the area and will be happy to tailor any of our itineraries to suit your tastes or create a trip from scratch just for you..

Detailed program and map

Gathering at the predetermined point and departure for Kalambaka with intermediate stops. Along the way we will visit the Holy Monastery of Panagia Faneromeni or Eleusis Xyniados . The monastery was built in a miraculous way ,when in a vision of an 8-year-old child, the Virgin Mary appeared and pointed to her image in the dirt that bears the inscription "Mother of God Eleousa". Then we will visit the Holy Monastery of Koroni . In the monastery is the miraculous icon of Panagia Odegetria. It owes its name to the location where it is located , like a crown of a plain , next to Plastira lake, where we will go for a short walk. Arrival in Kalambaka in the afternoon. Accommodation at the hotel. Overnight.

Breakfast and departure for Meteora. It is a complex of huge sandstone rocks , whose monasteries are built on the tops of some rocks. The name Meteora is due to the founder of the Megalo Meteoros monastery , Saint Athanasios Meteorite, because he named the Platy Lithos, on which he first ascended, Meteor 1344. Today only 6 monasteries can be visited and we will visit the Great Meteoron and the Holy Monastery of Agios Stefanos. Then we will visit the Holy Monastery of the Dormition of the Virgin Bytoumas. Then we will depart for Athens with intermediate stops. Arrival in Athens.

Dates and prices

In ancient times on the road to Portaria they believed that on their path - In ancient times on the road to Portaria they believed that on their path

Weekly departures

from €99

Tailor-made experience

Our excursions are also offered as tailor-made, that is, they can be customized by you.

In ancient times on the road to Portaria they believed that on their path – In ancient times on the road to Portaria they believed that on their path

Thessaly