Top Epirus Shore Excursions

Travel through the mountains and discover the Katsanochoria cluster of villages in comfort during this tour that includes convenient transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle. Relax as you make your way through the mountainous landscape, stopping to explore the individual charm of multiple villages along the way. Plus, indulge in delightful snacks and stay refreshed with complimentary bottled water during your trip.

Explore ancient ruins referenced by Homer in the Odyssey with this Greek adventure. Start at the city of Nikopolis that dates to the battle between Octavian Augustus and Antony. Close by, lies Kassopi and the Monument of Zalongo. Visit Acheron Springs, where the souls of the dead where Hermes delivered Charon the souls of the dead. This tour is a unique opportunity to see ancient myths come to life.

Experience the most unique "ferry" adventure in Europe and try not to worry about your life too much while doing so. Explore the ancient Butrint, a rare combination of archaeology and nature and try not to be too jealous about the lifestyle people had 2000 years ago. Option of: - Free roam in the streets of Saranda and try not to question why there are handmade socks being sold next to an ancient Greek ruin. OR - Visit Blue Eye - an iconic natural phenomenon, this water spring will unlock your inner nature explorer with its crystal waters and jungle-like surroundings! Upon booking, please state your choice of destination between Saranda and Blue eye.

The vast mountains surrounding Ioannina are filled with surprises. One of the most beautiful is «the villages behind the mountains”. There you can find 46 villages of incomparable beauty, drowned in vegetation. Stone is everywhere too, either as a part of the scenery or by human creation.

The natural beauty and cultural heritage of Epirus have lured travelers through the ages, yet is still enough uncharted territory to attract even the most sophisticated visitor. Away from the crowds, lost in time, learn what this breathtaking country and its people are really about, in the region of Epirus

Discover the ancient city of Ioannina on this exclusive private tour. Meander the streets of the beautiful place set among mountains and the tranquil lake. There’s so much to explore for those seeking a culture fix, with museums, cafes, vibrant bars and art galleries galore. Visit the ancient churches, Synagog, monasteries and Muslim monuments. Wonder the streets of this picturesque town and discover history, culture and the city’s top spots.

The artificial lake of Aoos fountain is at an altitude of 1,350m, covers an area of 12km2 and was constructed in 1986 for the purpose of producing energy. It is located between two national parks, Valia Calda and the Vikos-Aoos Geopark. In the area there are many small natural lakes, mountainous meadows and forests of black pine that reach a height of 30m. and also beeches (Fagus). Species of orchids and wild daffodils (Narcissus) are spotted beside the lake along with bird species like black storks and ducks but also bears, wolves and foxes reside in the area and more.

It is a magnificent tour for riders! One of the most beloved mountain destinations in Greece, with beauty that charms you. The Vikos Gorge, with a length of 20 km, walls that range from 120–490 m deep, and a width ranging from 400 m to just a few meters at its narrowest part, is listed by the Guinness Book of records. The Vikos Gorge has been designated as a world geopark by UNESCO.

The artificial lake of Aoos fountain is at an altitude of 1,350m, covers an area of 12km2 and was constructed in 1986 for the purpose of producing energy. It is located between two national parks, Valia Calda and the Vikos-Aoos Geopark. In the area there are many small natural lakes, mountainous meadows and forests of black pine that reach a height of 30m. and also beeches.

If you are lucky enough to be in this place, do not hesitate to take this almost 5km walk route to the Holy Monastery of Stomio. You will be certainly rewarder by its wild natural beauty, small features of the traditional architecture and by the hospitality of the few monks that reside in the Monastery.

The National Park is a huge open-air folklore museum and combines harmonically characteristics of both natural and man-made sights such as stone bridges, traditional settlements, coexisting with the natural wonders such as beautiful landscapes, steep mountains, gorges and caves.

The Vikos Gorge has been designated as a world geopark by UNESCO. Most of the route is shaded . In the middle of the trail visitors may refill their canteens from a spring. As we approach Voidomatis springs and the monastery of Panagia visitors will have the chance to swim in Voidomatis cold blue waters and even drink water from the springs.

Vikos - Aoos UNESCO Global Geopark is located in the region of Epirus, Ioannina, northwestern Greece. Wonderful gorges, rock towers, rivers, stone bridges and traditional architecture. The UNESCO Global Geopark is located within the administrative boundaries of Konitsa and Zagori municipalities, in which 62 settlements or small towns are located. The territory also contains several traditional settlements and monuments dating back to the 14th - 19th centuries including monasteries, schools, churches, chapels and arched stone bridges.

Traditional villages, Syrrako and Kalarrites Kouiasa springs Kipina's monastery which was founded in 1212

Drakolimni of Tymfi is the most famous of all alpine lakes that exist in the Greek mountains and the most popular. It covers an area of 8Km2 and a depth that does not exceed 3 meters. It was formed by the activity of the last glaciers in Greece and its waters are fuelled by the melting of the snow.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Meteora is one of Greece’s most photogenic and mesmerizing sites, but getting there on public transit is a challenge, while limited parking makes self-driving stressful. See the pinnacle-top monasteries and nearby Kalambaka without the hassle on this private day trip with 2-way hotel transfers from Parga, Syvota, Igoumenitsa, or Ioannina. There’s onboard Wi-Fi to keep you connected but monastery admission is at your own expense.

In general, the area combined with many rivers and streams, especially during the winter months, forced the construction of bridges. The golden age of Zagori allowed rich families to finance expensive and sometimes unsuccessful projects linking villages. Today, about 60 bridges are saved in a very large state and there are testimonies of another hundred that have been destroyed.

Mountain roads can make reaching Meteora from Ioannina a bracing drive. Leave it to the experts when you book this full-day tour. You’ll visit three of the monasteries (itinerary varies according to the day of the week) and a number of viewpoints. Your package excludes entrance fees but includes a driver/guide: Upgrade for a certified guide to accompany you inside the monasteries and explain the history and religion.

The National Park constitutes an enormous outdoor folklore museum and characteristics as much of the natural, as of the human made environment. Stone bridges, cultural monuments, traditional settlements, man work, combine with unique harmony, with beautiful landscapes, steep mountains, gorges, caverns. This perfect sculptured coexistence of the structured by people’s hands and natural environment, lends to the region its uniqueness.

Enjoy a truly amazing scenery, forever changing, alternative from plush green forests and bare mountains tops to blue rivers and alpine scenery. A place like no other, where stone meets light, primitive meets beauty and ephemeral meets eternity.

Explore the deep blue sea of the Ionian sea, enjoy the magnificent sunset and try adrenaline-rush activities (paragliding)!

A gorgeous gorge welcome to a World Guinness Record canyon! The 24km length Vikos Gorge is one of the largest, deepest and most spectacular gorges in the world. You will be astonished of the great variety and alternation of different ecosystems, a feast of flora and fauna. The Gorge is one of the few remaining wildlife refuges in Europe in almost pristine condition, hosting 133 species of birds and 24 mammals.

The natural beauty and cultural heritage of Epirus have lured travelers through the ages, yet is still enough uncharted territory to attract even the most sophisticated visitor. Away from the crowds, lost in time, learn what this breathtaking country and its people are really about, in the region of Epirus.