Northern Greece Tours & Trips

What our customers ask about Northern Greece Tours & Trips

• When is the best time to visit Northern Greece for a general sightseeing tour?

  Northern Greece welcomes visitors best from May to October with weather that's ideal for both coastal and mountain exploration. Spring months (May-June) bring temperatures of 20-25°C along with wildflowers in Vikos Gorge. Fall months (September-October) offer pleasant conditions for visiting sites like Meteora without summer crowds. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The masses of wild flowers everywhere and the landscape and variety of views made spring the perfect time to visit."

• What are the must-see highlights on a Northern Greece tour?

  Northern Greece's key attractions include Meteora's monasteries perched on towering cliffs the stone-built villages scattered throughout Zagori region Vikos Gorge (one of the world's deepest canyons) and Thessaloniki's rich collection of Roman and Byzantine sites. Many visitors base themselves at properties like the Divani Meteora Hotel in Kalambaka. As a TourRadar traveler shared: "The landscapes and views were excellent - from the old stone bridges to the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora."

• What types of accommodation can I expect on a Northern Greece tour?

  The accommodation landscape ranges from modern 3-4 star hotels like Thessaloniki's Hotel Capsis to traditional family-run guesthouses in villages like Vitsa. Some hiking tours include nights at mountain shelters such as the Astraka Mountain Refuge in the Pindos range. While urban hotels offer standard amenities rural properties focus on local character and authentic experiences. One TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The guest house accommodations were charming with amazing food and comfortable rooms."

• How challenging are the walking/hiking portions of Northern Greece tours?

  The physical demands vary based on your chosen tour and location. Activities range from easy city walks in Thessaloniki to moderate Meteora hikes (3-4 hours 280m elevation gain) to full-day Pindos Mountain treks including the Vikos Gorge crossing (6-7 hours 1150m elevation gain). According to a TourRadar traveler: "The hiking was challenging but approachable broken up into achievable daily segments with clearly communicated levels of effort required."

• How many days should I plan for a comprehensive Northern Greece tour?

  To properly explore Northern Greece plan for 7-10 days. This timeframe lets you experience Thessaloniki (2-3 days) Meteora (2 days) and the Zagori region (3-4 days). Accommodations range from the Hotel El Greco in Thessaloniki to village guesthouses in the mountains. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The 7-day itinerary was well-planned giving us enough time to really experience each location's unique character."

• What is the local cuisine like in Northern Greece?

  Northern Greek kitchens serve robust mountain fare and fresh coastal seafood. Zagori specializes in slow-cooked lamb wild mushroom pies and regional cheeses. The coast particularly Corfu features Mediterranean seafood and local dishes like Sofrito (veal cutlets). Most tours include meals at local tavernas in places like Vitsa village and Kalabaka. A TourRadar traveler remarked "The food in Northern Greece was a highlight - especially the home-cooked meals in family-run tavernas in Zagori where every dish told a story about the region."