Philippi and Kavala – Exit tour from Thessaloniki
Description:
Excursion to Philippi and Kavala – a trip to the historical places of Eastern Macedonia, associated with ancient history and the first Christian communities of Europe.
During the tour you will visit the archaeological complex of the ancient city of Philippi - one of the most important centers of the Macedonian kingdom and later the Roman Empire.
What awaits you:
The archaeological area of Philippi is the ruins of the ancient city founded by Philip II, including a theater, a forum, early Christian basilicas and the remains of defensive structures.
Lydia is the place where the Apostle Paul baptized the first Christian woman in Europe.
Kavala is a picturesque port city on the shores of the Aegean Sea with narrow streets of the old city and panoramic views of the harbor.
After the excursion part, there is time for lunch in the traditional tavern on the Kavala embankment. The average cost of lunch is 20-30 euros per person.
The duration of the tour is about 8 hours. Travel time from Thessaloniki is about 2 hours one way.
Important: transfer is not included in the cost of the tour and can be arranged by prior agreement:
1-3 people - 200 €
4-7 people - 300 €
Entrance ticket to the archaeological area of Philippa is paid separately on site and is 10 € per person.
Children under 18 years old, EU citizens under 25 years old and visitors with disabilities are free of charge upon presentation of the relevant documents.
On Tuesdays, the archaeological site is closed to the public.
Comfortable shoes are recommended for walking around the archaeological area and the city.
The price includes:
- Excursion support by a licensed guide of the Ministry of Tourism of Greece with an interesting and affordable presentation of material.
Comes to: Individual , For the weekend , Unusual , Outbound , By car
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