The Ultimate Northern Greece Adventure Retreat
9 Days – 8 Nights
Fitness level: ■■■□□
Arrival & Welcome
📌 Meeting point: Thessaloniki SKG Airport
📍 Overnight stay: Litochoro, Katerini
- Welcome and transfer to the seaside town of Litochoro, at the foothills of Mount Olympus
- Beach stop by the Aegean Sea for a swim
- Welcome lunch at a local taverna
- Evening meze dinner in Litochoro, followed by a stroll around the historic town centre and Saint Nicolas church.
Litochoro & Olympus: Hiking Experience & Waterfalls
📍 Overnight stay: Refuge Mt. Olympus 2100m
Mount Olympus Hiking Group 📍Refuge, Mt Olympus
• Transfer to the E4 trail and hike through pine forests and alpine landscapes
• Overnight stay at a mountain refuge, with home-cooked dinner and a night under the stars
• Morning alpine breakfast, scenic descent, and a refreshing swim at hidden waterfalls
Litochoro Stay Group 📍 Litochoro, Katerini
• Gentle hikes and swims at nearby waterfalls
• Lunch at a traditional taverna and optional afternoon activities
• Free time to explore Litochoro’s shops and galleries
• Relaxed dinner in town and an easy walk the following morning
Meteora & Zagori: Monasteries &Vikos Gorge Experience
📍 Overnight stay: Mikro Papigko, Zagori
- Visit the centuries-old Meteora monasteries on top of towering rock pillas, including Saint Nicholas monastery and the 360° panoramic observation deck
- Lunch at a nearby taverna with views of Meteora
- Afternoon transfer to the UNESCO-protected Zagori region
- Swim in the crystal-clear Voidomatis River
- Dinner and drinks at a local tavern before hotel check-in
- Next day hike through Vikos Gorge, one of the deepest gorges in the world (Guinness World Records), with time for wild swimming
Ioannina & Metsovo: Cheese & Wine Journey
📍 Overnight stay: Metsovo, Epirus
- Morning transfer to Ioannina and visit to the historic Its Kale castle
- Explore the Silversmithing Museum by the lakeside
- Walk through the old city quarters, with free time for shopping and lunch by the lake
- Afternoon drive to the alpine village of Metsovo
- Stroll through traditional streets with a local wine and cheese tasting
- Dinner in the heart of the village, with the chance to experience local festivals when taking place
Velvento: Vineyards, Waterfalls & Peach Orchards
📍 Overnight stay: Velventos, Kozani
- Traditional pastry breakfast before departing for Velventos
- Late-morning wine tastings at award-winning local vineyards
- Walk through fragrant peach orchards and visit an artisan jam factory for a tasting
- Swim at the scenic Velventos waterfalls (over 40 metres high!)
- Relaxed late lunch or dinner overlooking the lake
Chalkidiki: Seaside Escape & Relaxation
📍 Overnight stay: Seaside Chalkidiki
- Travel towards Thessaloniki with a stop at the White Tower for a short stroll, freddo espresso, and Greek gelato
- Continue to Chalkidiki for hotel check-in
- Free afternoon to relax by the beach and enjoy the sea
- Sunset swim followed by a golden-hour dinner overlooking the coast
- Slow morning with breakfast and free time for swimming, relaxing, or souvenir shopping
- Special farewell dinner by the sea
- Greek Retreat pub-style quiz and light-hearted awards ceremony to close the journey Olympus
Departure Day: Farewell
📌 Thessaloniki SKG Airport
- Breakfast featuring traditional bougatsa (custard creme) pastry
- Transfer to Thessaloniki Airport (SKG), arriving around midday
- Farewell, check-in and departures
- Flights from 2pm onwards
Itinerary Notes:
- Our retreats are designed to remain flexible, allowing us to respond to weather, local conditions, and the natural rhythm of each group.
- While the order of destinations and daily activities may vary, every retreat includes all key locations and experiences outlined below.
- Any adjustments are made thoughtfully, always with the aim of creating the best possible experience for our guests!