Roundtrip Athens (Piraeus), Greece

Greek Odyssey

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11 Days
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8 Guided Tours
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2 Countries

- Roundtrip Athens (Piraeus), Greece

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Day 4

Day 4

Thessaloníki, Greece

Thessaloníki is the capital of Greek Macedonia. This splendid metropolis on the Thermaic Gulf was founded around 315 BC by King Cassander of Macedon, who named it for his wife, a half sister of Alexander the Great. Centuries later, it rivaled Constantinople in its importance as an administrative and power center of the Byzantine Empire. During the Middle Ages, impressive buildings were built here as monuments to Christianity. Today, 15 of them are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the imposing city walls and the 8th-century Church of Hagia Sophia.

Thessaloníki is the capital of Greek Macedonia. This splendid metropolis on the Thermaic Gulf was founded around 315 BC by King Cassander of Macedon, who named it for his wife, a half sister of Alexander the Great. Centuries later, it rivaled Constantinople in its importance as an administrative and power center of the Byzantine Empire. During the Middle Ages, impressive buildings were built here as monuments to Christianity. Today, 15 of them are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the imposing city walls and the 8th-century Church of Hagia Sophia.

Shore Excursions

Shore excursions vary by each itinerary and are subject to change.

Scenic Thessaloníki

Explore the blend of ancient history and exciting modern life in Thessaloníki.

Royal Tombs of Vergina

Delve into the history of ancient Macedonia and visit the tomb of King Philip II.

Dion & Mt. Olympus

Learn about the ancient gods of Greek mythology during a visit to the Archaeological Park of Dion.

Pella & Edessa Waterfalls

Marvel at the wealth of the ancient kingdom of Macedonia at the site of its ancient capital, Pella.

Thessaloníki & the Royal Tombs of Vergina

See the highlights of Thessaloníki and visit the mysterious royal tombs of Vergina.

Jewish Heritage of Thessaloníki

Learn about the history of one of the most important and prosperous Jewish communities in Europe.

Shore excursions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.