CRUISE HOLY ATHOS
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DEPARTURE
- Chalkidiki, Thessaloniki
EXCURSION THEME
- Cruise, Entertainment, Historical, Pilgrimage
EXCURTION TYPE
- 1-16 (persons) Sprinter, 1-6 (persons) Mini Van, Mini Group
GUIDE SERVICE
- Without Guide
DURATION
- Full Day
SHORT DESCRIPTION
GALLERY
ROUTE
Time | Description |
08:45:00 | gathering in Ormos Panagias |
09:00:00 | departure for the cruise |
cruise along the west coast of Mount Athos | |
13:30:00 | Ouranoupolis |
15:30:00 | departure from Ouranoupolis |
16:30:00 | return to port |
EXCURTION DESCRIPTION
Chalkidiki
The peninsula of Halkidiki is located in the northern part of Greece and is washed by the waters of the Aegean Sea. It consists of four parts – the so – called “palm” – the continental part and three “legs” 60 km long. each room.
This unusual shape creates a long and indented coastline stretching more than 500 km. (with a total area of the peninsula slightly less than 3000 square kilometers), forming four bays: Thermaikos, Toroneos (or Kassandra), Siggitiko and Strymonikos.
Also, the unusual shape inspired the first settlers to associate it with the trident of the ruler of the seas – Poseidon, although the first name of the peninsula – Phlegra – reminds of the struggle of the Olympic gods and Giants.
Holy Athos
Mount Athos is one of the most sacred places in the world, which is full of mystery and legends, it is a corner of solitude and prayers. The only monastic state in the world today is the bastion of the Orthodox faith, the guardian of traditions, the sacred storehouse of theology, philosophy, history, as well as a huge museum of precious Greek Orthodox treasures of Byzantine and post-Byzantine art.
The sacred lands of Mount Athos have been an exciting place for many centuries, attracting Christians (not only Orthodox), representatives of other faiths and even atheists. A clear evidence of this is a large number of books and publications dedicated to Athos, as well as a huge flow of pilgrims and tourists from all over the world. Increased interest in Mount Athos did not appear “yesterday”, but recently it has grown sharply compared to previous centuries.
Monasteries of Mount Athos
Today, there are 20 active monasteries on Athos, and this number is unchanged. According to the Statutory Charter of the Holy Mountain, the foundation of the 21st monastery is prohibited.
Dochiariou Monastery
Vatopediou Monastery
Pantokratoros Monastery
Xiropotamou Monastery
Filotheou Monastery
Saint Paul Monastery
Xenofontos Monastery
Iviron Monastery
Grigoriou Monastery
Stavronikita Monastery
Koutloumousiou Monastery
Dionisiou Monastery
Zographou Monastery
Hilandar Monastery
Karakalou Monastery
Simonos Petras Monastery
Esphigmenou Monastery
The Great Lavra Monastery
Saint Panteleimonos Monastery
Konstamonitou Monastery
MAP
- According to official statistics in Greece, there are from 96 to 98% of Orthodox Christians.
- In Constantinople, the first monastery began to function by the end of the 4th century, it was from that time that monasticism was extremely popularized.
- Athos is the only monastic state in the world.
- Athos is an autonomous, independent republic (which seems, an independent country), but it is inhabited exclusively by monks and its life follows the monastic way of life in everything.
- Athos is called the Lot of the Most Holy Theotokos and is considered her earthly lot.
- Today, there are 20 active monasteries on Athos, and this number is unchanged. According to the Statutory Charter of the Holy Mountain, the foundation of the 21st monastery is prohibited.
- Unlike all of Greece, on Athos, the old Julian style of the calendar is used for worship, the time here is Byzantine.
- The transfer to the starting point of the tour is not included in the program, if you wish, you can order an additional transfer to the starting point of the route.
- For your comfort and safety, wear comfortable shoes; Don’t forget to pick up your hats and beach gear
- The itinerary program can be changed depending on company reasons (force majeure); weather conditions and discretion by ship captain.
- Start of the route: Ormos Panagias Bay (Chalkidiki, Sithonia)
30 €
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THE PRICE INCLUDES
- price is per person
- cruise
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Transfer to the starting point of the excursion.
- Lunch
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FIRST EXPERIENCE WITH GREECE (PREMIUM, THESSALONIKI)
METEORAS – DELPHI (TWO DAYS)
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Day one: Kalambaka and Meteora monasteries
Medieval Orthodox monasteries of Meteora, located on steep cliffs of the Thessalian plain, are considered to be one of the most significant historical, Orthodox and cultural sites in Greece. This is the second most important monastic complex in Greece (after the monastic Republic of Saint Athos) annually attracts a large number of travelers from all over the world. And this is not surprising – Meteora monasteries are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Moving to Delphi and check-in at the hotel.
Day Two – Athens / Acropolis Museum / Thermopylae
During a sightseeing tour of Athens, you will get acquainted with the main sights of the center of the capital of Greece. Your path will run along the Kifissos River, which, according to one version, is the legendary Eridanus, where the son of the solar god Helios Phaethon fell into, strucked by lightning of Zeus for the inability to cope with the chariot of his father. You will see Cape Piraeus, where the main port once appeared, Athens, which retains such significance today. And marvel at the size columns of the temple of Olympian Zeus, which can surprise even now. Follow the steps of the Evzones – soldiers of the national guard, carrying guard at the parliament building in the very center of the city. take a selfie in the background of Olympic Stadium Kallimarmaro, where the first Olympic modern games were held. You will follow the paths of Socrates, Plato and Aristotle along the agora of ancient Athens and the path “Peripatos” around the hill of the Acropolis, in the honour of which the Peripatetic school of philosophers was named. Dive into the hustle and bustle of the Plaka – one of the old districts of Athens, conveying the mood of the second half of the 19th century. On the way back, a stop in the Thermopylae Gorge is provided, where King Leonidas and 300 Spartans accomplished a feat that even today is not forgotten not only by the Greeks, but by the whole world.
After your visit to the Acropolis, the excursion continues to the new Acropolis Museum, which in 2009 moved from the premises next to the Parthenon to a new building.
On the way back, a stop is waiting for you in Thermopylae, where King Leonidas and the 300 Spartans gained eternal glory.
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Entertainment
TOUR IN ATHENS AND THE MUSEUM OF THE ACROPOLIS
610 €The trip to Athens is one of those trips that will not leave any traveler indifferent. And it’s not just about the the spirit of a modern European metropolis, the atmosphere of the capital or the sequence of objects you visit. The bottom line is that you touch the pages of school textbooks and books about ancient Greek history and mythology on and on again, and, at the same time, discover a lot of new things&facts for yourself.
Not only history and gods with heroes will fill with special content your acquaintance with the city of democracy, but also a number of pleasant surprises and surprises will open Athens for you . And first of all it will be an acquaintance with the uniqueness and originality of the city, which combines a history of five thousand years with the life of a 21st century metropolis. This amazing symbiosis in Athens does not just mean the neighborhood of the majestic ruins of the 5th century BC. e. with modern trading centers and buildings of the 19th century, built in neoclassical style, but also a special atmosphere in which antiquity meets the era of technological progress.
During a sightseeing tour of Athens, you will get acquainted with the main sights of the center of the capital of Greece. Your path will run along the Kifissos River, which, according to one version, is the legendary Eridanus, where the son of the solar god Helios Phaethon fell into, strucked by lightning of Zeus for the inability to cope with the chariot of his father. You will see Cape Piraeus, where the main port once appeared, Athens, which retains such significance today. And marvel at the size columns of the temple of Olympian Zeus, which can surprise even now. Follow the steps of the Evzones – soldiers of the national guard, carrying guard at the parliament building in the very center of the city. take a selfie in the background of Olympic Stadium Kallimarmaro, where the first Olympic modern games were held. You will follow the paths of Socrates, Plato and Aristotle along the agora of ancient Athens and the path “Peripatos” around the hill of the Acropolis, in the honour of which the Peripatetic school of philosophers was named. Dive into the hustle and bustle of the Plaka – one of the old districts of Athens, conveying the mood of the second half of the 19th century. On the way back, a stop in the Thermopylae Gorge is provided, where King Leonidas and 300 Spartans accomplished a feat that even today is not forgotten not only by the Greeks, but by the whole world.
After your visit to the Acropolis, the tour continues to the new Acropolis Museum, which in 2009 moved from the premises next to the Parthenon to a new building.The layout of the museum building provides transparent floors, so the basement of the exhibition is the excavation of the districts of ancient Athens. On the ground floor there are finds of Athenian pottery, in the first – finds, found mainly during the excavation of the “Persian ravine” – a pit in which were buried details of buildings and sculptural decorations of the Acropolis of the Archaic period of the 6th century BC. after the destruction of the buildings by the Persians in 480 and 479 BC. Also, in the same area, a large number of so-called kouros and koras are presented (statues of young men and women of the archaic period).
The top floor houses the original sculptures of the Parthenon, which are on display in the museum to protect them from the harmful effects of smog, rain and pollution: metopes, fragments of surviving pediments and details of the Parthenon frieze. The Acropolis Museum contains 40 plaques, the British Museum – 56, stolen in 1801-1805 by Elgin.
On the way back, a stop is waiting for you in Thermopylae, where King Leonidas and the 300 Spartans gained eternal glory.
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Entertainment
CORFU – ISLAND OF THE ARISTOCRATS (TWO-DAY EXCURSION)
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Day one – the city of Corfu.
Once you step into the atmospheric old town of Corfu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you will find yourself in a fairytale world. You will hear the footsteps of kings, nobles and Knights who once walked on the cobbled sidewalks and quacks. And the labyrinth of narrow streets will lead you to the Church of St. Spyridon, protector of the city and one of the most revered saints. The port of Corfu, one of the most well-fortified ports in the Mediterranean, is characterized by two fortresses – Old and New. An ideal place to enjoy the panoramic view of the city and the magnificent Ionian Sea.
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The evening awaits you a walk in the north of the island, where, on the edge of a cliff in Peroulades, the most romantic sunset awaits you.
Day two – the island of Corfu.
The day will start with an acquaintance with the traditional production of liqueurs and sweets from kumquat, which have long been the trademark of the island and are widely exported to European countries. Then to Paleokastritsa, which is a favorite destination for all visitors and locals of Corfu.Picturesque bays and sandy beaches, olive groves, green hills, steep cliffs and caves that are hidden inside, create a unique atmosphere that attracts visitors to the island and residents of the area. Here, on a cliff, dominates the Monastery of Zoodochos Pigi, whose history will be interesting not only for pilgrims.
At the end of the route – visit to Achillion, the summer house of the Austrian Empress Elizabeth (Sissi). This is undoubtedly one of the most famous royal mansions in Europe. It was built in 1890 and designed by the Italian architects Rafaele Carrito and Antonio Landi.
It is named after Achilles, Elizabeth’s favorite hero. The palace is surrounded by lush gardens dominated by vigorous bougainvillea and tall palm trees. The gardens contain a large number of sculptures, the most remarkable of which are dedicated to Achilles himself.
A two-day trip to Corfu will give you the opportunity to get acquainted with the most European, cosmopolitan and aristocratic island of the Ionian Sea and the whole of Greece.
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