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The Northern Frontier

Mist-covered mountains, deep gorges, and stone villages. The Alpine side of Greece that few international tourists ever see.

The Northern Frontier

The Itinerary

01Day

Thessaloniki

Arrive in Greece's culinary capital. Spend the evening exploring the Ano Poli and eating street food.

02Day

Meteora

Drive south to the floating monasteries of Meteora. Hike the ancient monk trails at sunset.

03Day

Metsovo

Drive the mountain pass to Metsovo. Taste the famous smoked cheese and bold red wines.

04Day

Zagori

Enter the Zagorohoria—a network of 46 stone villages. Stay in Papigo or Monodendri.

05Day

Vikos Gorge

Hike a section of the Vikos Gorge, the deepest gorge in the world relative to its width.

06Day

Voidomatis River

Rafting in the freezing, crystal clear waters of the Voidomatis river.

07Day

Ioannina

Visit the lakeside city of Ioannina. Take the boat to the island in the lake for frog legs and baklava.

08Day

Thessaloniki

Return drive via the Egnatia Odos highway for departure.