A CHRISTMAS TRIP in THESSALONIKI, Greece! FOOD, CULTURE, SIGHTS, FESTIVE VIBES!

Experience and enjoy an amazing Christmas long weekend in Thessaloniki! The second capital city in Greece, all dressed up in its glam and glory, awaiting to be explored and celebrated!

A Christmas market, spectacular winter sunsets by the sea, maybe more picturesque than summer time, local street bands, mulled wine vs souvlaki, the renown local Christmas delicacies and so much more to discover perfectly well on foot.

It hosts over 15 UNESCO world heritage monuments, numerous early Christian churches and museums with precious timeless treasures.

But what Thessaloniki is MOSTLY famous about, are the countless cafes, the vibrant bars and restaurants, the culinary experience for your palette, the busy night life, the innate local hospitality and the bliss every one feels after a walk along the sea front, especially when taking a well deserved Christmas break.

If you have a sweet tooth, Heaven is a place on Earth indeed and you have just transported yourself there! Melomakarona, kourabiedes and baklava will be your new favourite words during these days and you'll get to experience everything throughout this most wonderful time of the year!

Come as a visitor, leave as a friend! Join by yourself or bring along your plus one, enjoy everything with a friendly group of people or take some quality 'me' time on your own and compose your own Christmas tale!

Thursday 19th December : Arrival & meeting up with all travel companions, over dinner with local cuisine specialties and around trendy bars, enjoying Thessaloniki by night.

Friday, 20th December : A walk around the historical city centre by Eleni 'as a local' to explore its sites, scents and colours during the day.

We are visiting the contemporary Modiano covered market & Kapani open market, Aristotle Sq, Ladadika, the patron st Demetrios cathedral & crypt, the Rotonda, the Arch of Galerius, Navarinou sq and so much more.

We are having lour meals in authentic taverns and modern restaurants, indulging in local flavours, numerous mezedes - local specialities, cause cause food tastes best when shared!

A visit with magnificent views on top of the White Tower, the major landmark of the city.

Saturday, 21st December : Take the time to visit the very important Archaeological and Byzantine museums, the newer Jewish museum or chill out around the city's festive cafes and bars.

Thessaloniki is named after the sister of Alexander the Great in ancient Greece. Admire ever lasting treasures, and world heritage sights.

Sunday 22nd, December : Departure date and / or make the most of Thessaloniki before your flight.

The upper old town (Ano Poli) remains untouched from the 1917 and the Byzantine walls await for more stunning views, atmospheric streets and traditional taverns.

Kindly allow some flexibility to the above itinerary for an optimal experience and time management when there.

FEEL FREE TO ARRIVE ON FRIDAY, 20/12 AND STAY TILL MONDAY 23/12 if you wish to take your time in an extra day, explore better on your own and enjoy further, subject to availability.

Your investment of £399 includes :

-3 nights in a DOUBLE ROOM for SINGLE OCCUPANCY (you have your own room) in a 3* well presented, recently renovated and centrally located hotel with delicious Greek breakfast buffet every morning.

-A TREAT of sweet gourmet Greek delicacies during our sightseeing walk so you can taste the flavour of Christmas in Greece

-A sightseeing walk around the city by ELENI as a local, welcoming you in her home city.

-A ‘pirates boat’ cruise along the waterfront, for about 45 mins, weather permitting, exclusive of drinks

-Escorting the group throughout the trip, ensuring all necessary arrangements for an optimal experience.

-Organisation, financial protection

PLEASE NOTE THAT FLIGHTS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
YOU NEED TO BOOK YOUR OWN FLIGHTS TO THESSALONIKI, GREECE, THE AIRPORT CODE IS SKG

If you need recommendations of flights, happy to assist!

A PROMPT DECISION IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, it's CHRISTMAS TIME and therefore busy.

The additional guests under Eleni's name are from our sister groups.

If you resonate with this trip and you are not a member of this group, you are very welcome to join, kindly be in touch as soon as you can.

Disclaimer : By attending this meet-up trip you are fully responsible for your own personal safety. The organiser has no responsibility or liability.

MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR YOUR OWN TRAVEL INSURANCE IF YOU WISH

By participating means automatically that you have read and accepted all aforementioned info.

GIFT YOURSELF a little bit extra this CHRISTMAS TIME!