pelion: thematic programs with activities

Thematic Programs

with activities ● Activities in Nature with creative pursuits, wellness and spiritual exercises

● Romantic Holidays and more… Weddings, Honeymoons & Bachelors

● Educational and creative programs with activities based on Greek Mythology , History

Culture and Tradition

The Greek Peninsula of

Pelion

The Country of the Centaurs

The Homeland of the Argonauts

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Our Philosophy The backbone of the thematic fields of activities and of creative programs in general is coupling holidays with the participants’ learning of the subject area, depending on the discipline in the thematic unit they have chosen. We have made up programs for all ages - children, teenagers and adults, through which one can com-bine learning, creating, mental balance and occupation, with the advantages that the region’s nature generously offers.

Pelion. The choice of destination of the peninsula of Pelion, along with the beautiful city of Volos and the sur-rounding Thessaly, enables participants to experience a different Greece. On the one hand from a mor-phological point of view of - mountains, seas, bays, beaches, islands, with their polymorphic nature, with rich and intense environmental features, friendly for participation in daily activities in nature and, on the other hand, to learn elements of Greek language through the rich Greek history and culture from cus-toms and tradition.

Starting from the myths, where Pelion is referred to as the resort of Olympian gods and the land of the Centaurs and the Argonauts, we are then led to the most important Neolithic sites throughout the Bal-kan peninsula, with many Neolithic settlements where strong activity has been recorded in all prehistoric periods, and we reach the modern Greek reality of today.

To travel through time and experience the activities of our choice, coupling the area’s natural riches with its sights, we have chosen the living quarters for thematic activities. Activities, whether they are done in areas with frugal living as the dominant feature, such as custom camp, or made with comfortable living in hotels and tourist accommodation, can be made in arranged areas, depending on the needs of pro-grams and activities. With these features, we escape from the narrow confines of "teacher- student" in a classroom, we replace learning with educational thematic activity and transform the student experience into lifestyle.

Our philosophy aims at the implementation of the thematic programs and activities in Pelion, which will lead us in an intercultural communication and meeting between people from Europe, through their ex-periential acquaintance with the Greek language and Greek culture. The programs seek to infuse the Greek culture into each participant who wishes to discover Greece and its history, combined with the region’s unique nature and thematic activities.

We are waiting for you on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, where we can make you live unique and unfor-gettable moments.

Pelion

Feel the spirit...

Fill with energy.

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Eastern Pelion... Staring at the Aegean Sea

Pelion - a destination for every season.

A destination for all 4 seasons, either with its endless beautiful beaches, or the picturesque mountain villages, spread like an amphitheater on the mountain slopes, it becomes even more attractive and sought after. Crystal clear waters, beautiful coves and creeks that hug the slopes of the mountain of Centaurs create this unique and magical feel, making it most intense in the natural colors and the deep bright green forest.

Agios Ioannis

Agios Ioannis is one of the most famous seaside villages of Pelion, perfect for holidays throughout the year. Located about 46 km from Volos and accessible through the mountain path on the east side of Peli-on, it invites visitors / vacationers to swim in the emerald waters of the Aegean Sea, in one of the most beautiful and fascinating beaches of the legendary mountain. Every year Agios Ioannis attracts new vacationers from around the world, who, along with the returning visitors, enjoy the beautiful natural scenery. Agios Ioannis is marked by the great climate and the lush wooded mountain, which, downhill, meets the deep blue waters of the sea seductress Aegean Sea. This gorgeous beach runs northwards to meet the beach of Plaka and southwards, where you discover the magnificent beach of Papa Nero. In Damouhari , the blue sea becomes more intense, while the rocky beaches give you a sense of the wild landscape, with greener foliage of trees and more colorful flowers. Seeing the movie Mamma Mia, star-ring Meryl Streep and Pierce Brosnan, one understands the reason why Ntamouhari was chosen as the location where most scenes of the film were filmed. This dreamy scenery exudes the feeling of relaxation and carefreeness, while you will feel that you are in a different world, far away from the stress of every-day life. Damouhari is 3 km from Agios Ioannis. Agios Dimitrios is a picturesque village located 40 km from Volos, on a wooded ridge that descends to Agios Ioannis and the sea.

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Thematic Programs with Activities

● Activities in Nature with creative pursuits, wellness

and spiritual exercises.

● Romantic Holidays and more…

Weddings, Honeymoons & Bachelors

● Educational and creative programs with activities based on

Greek Mythology and History

● Educational and creative programs with activities based on

Greek culture and tradition

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SPECIAL THEMATIC HOLIDAY PROGRAMS WITH ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN ,

TEENAGERS, STUDENTS, YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULT IN INTERESTING

THEMATIC FIELDS.

Special holiday programs - camping, educational and creative, from May to early October can be implemented in the camp facilities for students of primary, secondary and higher education or for other interested persons in the other themes of interest we have selected and presented in detail in our programs by relevant category.

In the holiday programs we use as centers for the accommodation of visitors the following options:

Selected hotels listed in the program for a comfortable accommodation with modern amenities, depending on the classification of hotels in Eastern Pelion , Southern Peli-on , Western Pelion and the City of Volos.

Camp Facilities for children and teens, but for adults too, except camping seasons, who would like a frugal and camping living.

Selected Restaurants Strictly selected by us restaurants, taverns with friendly own-ers, characterized by the love for their land and for what they create and offer to cus-tomers. A variety of traditional Greek products and particularly from the rich region of Pelion. The colors and smells of the mountain mix with thyme and oregano. Τhose smells will make you come back to try the flavors of our region. It's a real delight when you try the jams, the wonderful sweets, the pies and the steaming porridge from “trachana” for breakfast. Taste lamb braised with rustic pasta, “spentzofai”, bean soup, weeds sautéed with eggs and pork “prasoselino”, all cooked with virgin, olive oil from Pelion in the selected restaurants that have been famous for years for their fantastic cuisine, winning international awards.

Occupation during the holidays for all ages - children, teenagers, adults, involving a great combination of learning, creativity, mental balance is achieved within a natural environment with the advantages offered by the nature of Pelion.

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Thematic Programs of Activities

STEPS TO FREEDOM REF: HOLIDAY YOGA PROGRAMS.

Consisting of series with practices that strengthen

the body, relax the mind and lead to a more harmo-

nious and balanced state of Existence.

Facilities: Program Hotels , YMCA CAMP

Agios Ioannis Pelion

Category: Adults

Concerns Adults aged 18 and over, except special

Yoga programs for children (4-12).

ART & SPIRIT

WALKING THE UPWARD PATH

REF: HOLIDAY PROGRAMS WITH SEMINARS OF

PSYCHOLOGY AND MENTAL RECOVERY REHABILI-

TATION.



Category : Adults Concerns Adults aged 18 and over



ART HOLIDAYS WITH OLYMPIC GODS REF: HOLIDAY PROGRAMS OF FINE ARTS.

Painting, Crafts, Photography, Decoration Glay

Crafts,with patient teachers who are willing to trans-

mit practices to both the beginners and experienced

people.



Category teens : Concerns teens aged 13 to 18

Category adults : Concerns Adults aged 18 and over

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FOR KIDS AND TEENAGERS

LEARN GREEK TO KNOW GREECE REF: HOLIDAY PROGRAMS FOR LEARNING GREEK

LANGUAGE. WITH SHORT TERM AND LONG TERM

PROGRAMS.

Holidays programs for learning Greek language with

short term and long term programs ,depending on

level of knowledge, coupled with visits to sites and

regions with strong features of Greek culture.


Agios Ioannis Pelion.


GREEK FAIRYTALES

REF: HOLIDAY PROGRAMS WITH ACTIVITIES & ANI-

MATION FOR YOUNG CHILDREN,

Holidays programs with activities & animation for

young children ,Greek fairy tales ,aktivities in na-

ture ,greative aktivities aimed at uniting parent –

child



Category children: Concerns children aged 2-10

years .

WAY OF LIFE FOR A LIFETIME

COURTESY OF YMCA REF: HOLIDAY CAMPING PROGRAMS.

You learn how to live for a lifetime.

Efforts and reward , teamwork, responsibility, part-

nership, aiming for strongly results which have a

positive effect on the their life balance .

Facilities: YMCA CAMP, Agios Ioannis Pelion

Category Children : Concerns children aged 7-13 all

periods .

Category Teenagers : Concerns Teenagers aged 13

to 18 out-of- camping season

Category Adults: Concerns Adults aged 18 and over,

except camping season.

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Thematic Programs of Activities

TASTE GREECE, FELL GREEK REF: HOLIDAY PROGRAMS FOR LEARNING

TRATITIONAL PELION GASTRONOMY

Holidays programs for learning Traditional Pelion

Gastronomy, local products, local recipes and dainties

ready on your plate.

Facilities: Program Hotels and Program Restaurants


DANCING WITH MUSES REF: HOLIDAY PROGRAMS FOR LEARNING GREEK FOLK DANCE. Holidays programs for learning Greek folk dance. Greek Traditional dances,lockal sites and costumes of danscers.

Facilities: Program Hotels

Category Teenagers: Concerns teenagers aged 13 to 18

Category Adults: Concerns Adults aged 18 and older.

BACK TO GODS AND HEROES REF: HOLIDAY PROGRAMS CONCERNING THE CULTURAL

HERITAGE OF OUR AREA.

From prehistoric times until today, knowledge comes from

stone age ,the bronze period, the myths of the Olympian

gods ,Centaurs, Argonaut Campaign with the mythical ship

of Argos until the post - Byzantine period.

Facilities: Program Hotels , YMCA CAMP Agios Ioannis Pelion Category Teenagers: Concerns Teenagers aged 13 to 18 Category Adults: Concerns Adults aged 18 and older.

CULTURE & TRADITIONS

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ADVENTURES IN NATURE

REF: HOLIDAY PROGRAMS WITH ACTIVITIES IN

THE NATURE OF THESSALY(METEORA-OLYMBUS-

PELION)

Walking along trails, observing the flora and Fauna of

the region ,coupling the culture and civilization of

Greeks.

Facilities: Program Hotels, YMCA CAMP


Category Teenagers: Concerns Teenagers aged 13 to

18.


HEIRS OF CENTAURS

REF: HOLIDAY PROGRAMS WITH ACTIVITIES IN

THE NATURE OF THESSALY(METEORA-OLYMBUS-

PELION)

Mild Activities but also Activities to get your adrenaline

pumping with the pleasure brought buy your contact

with nature and intensity of action. Horse riding, moun-

tain biking, Canyoning, Archery, etc.

Facilities: Program Hotels, YMCA CAMP


Category Teenagers: Concerns Teenagers aged 13 to

18.


MODERN ARGONAUTS

REF: HOLIDAY PROGRAMS INVOLING MARITIME ACTIVITIES ON PELION.

Many options and unique experiences. From the wandering with boats on the east coast ,the explorations of coasts and visits in caves with sea kayak and tour with small excursions boats. in the area of The Pagasetic Gulf.

Facilities: Program Hotels, YMCA CAMP Agios Ioannis Pelion. Category Teenagers: Concerns Teenagers aged 13 to 18. Category Adults: Concerns Adults aged 18 and older.

ACTIVITIES IN NATURE

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Romantic Holidays

ROMANTIC HOLIDAYS AND MORE….

Our Philosophy

We believe that your wedding should be beyond imagina-

tion and we pride ourselves on ensuring your dreams

come true for what will be one of the most special days of

your life. Your wedding day will be tailor made to fit your

every desire at one of our unique enchanting destinations.

With immaculate stretches of coast, crystal-clear waters,

beaches of golden sand or pebbles, steep cliffs with

breathtaking views, amazing sunsets and infinite charm

we are able to make dreams reality.

Unlike most other wedding companies we do not just or-

ganise your wedding day. Our job is to make sure your

entire experience from when you leave your own front

door until you return is the most enjoyable, remarkable

and memorable experience. Helping to create this stress

free experience we can also provide flights and accommo-

dation for you and all your guests. We also provide a

beautiful honeymoon package if you wish to stay longer

than your guests.

Your special day still remains our main priority and we are

able to offer completely individual experiences. Every as-

pect will be considered to suit your needs and require-

ments.

Your perfect day will not just be discussed over the phone

or via e-mails but through personnel meetings with you

and your partner at your location within the U.K.

No stone will be unturned in creating this extravagant,

romantic, special day.

Here at Mamma Mia Weddings we really do believe that

your wedding should be beyond imagination and we pride

ourselves on ensuring your dreams come true for what

will be one of the most special days of your life.

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Weddings with the style of MAMMA MIA!!!!

WEDDINGS, ΗΟΝΕΥMOONS & BACHELORS

Unlike most other wedding companies we do not just

organise your wedding day. Our job is to make sure

your entire experience from when you leave your own

front door until you return is the most beautiful and

memorable experience. This can be done as alongside

creating a picturesque, luxurious wedding day we can

also offer the following:

Booking of flights for yourself and any guests, transport

to and from the airport to your destination.

Booking of accommodation whilst abroad, weather you

would like your own private villa overlooking one of the

many beautiful beaches or sharing a deluxe hotel with

the rest of your guests.

Any activities and sight seeing you would like to enjoy

whilst away.

If you wish to stay longer than the rest of your guests

we can also provide a beautiful honey moon service.

The above will allow you to have a completely stress

free experience.

Your special day still remains our main priority and we

are able to offer completely individual experiences.

Every aspect will be considered to suit your needs and

requirements.

Your perfect day will not just be discussed over the

phone or via e-mails but through personal meetings

with you and your partner at your location within the

U.K or your very own country. No stone will be un-

turned in creating this extravagant, romantic, special

day.

Services

Our team is committed to ensuring that you receive the

highest quality of services. Your special day can range

from a discreet magical occasion for just the two of you

to a large party where all your friends and relatives can

share this memorable day.

Each wedding is unique and individual, therefore details

and specifics will be suggested and discussed with you

in pre booking conversations. All of our weddings are

tailor made to your needs, however to give you some

more specific options we have created the following

packages.

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Agios Ioannis Pelion : Power Place

Feel the Spirit. Fill with Energy

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Accommodation Center

SUPERIOR SUITE

EXCECUTIVE ROOM

Location:The hotel can be found in the heart of the village. It is built in five tiers in the shape of an amphitheatre with 20-100 stairs between each tier. It is located in a quiet part of the vil-lage, a mere 30 meters from «Agios Ioannis» beach, 500 meters from the picturesque and seldom-visited «Plaka» beach and 800 meters from the popular «Papa-Nero» beach. The hotel is acces-sible by car from both the lowest and the highest tier οf the ho-tel. Description: Having retained aspects of traditional Pelion archi-tecture after it was fully renovated; the hotel consists of various types of rooms, whose description you can find below. The ground floor of the main building consists of four large are-as for the guests. The reception area, a sitting area with a TV corner and an open fireplace, a bar and a multi-purpose lounge located at the hotel’s transparent roof atrium. In these beautifully decorated corners, guests will spend many unforgettable moments whatever the season of the year – win-ter or summer, spring or autumn. In addition, the common areas of the «Kentrikon Hotel» and the adjacent areas of the neighbouring «Hotel Galini» have a com-bined capacity of 80-100 people for meetings and conferences. A new enhancement of our hotel, the atrium, which overlooks the Aegean Sea, offers unique images of the Greek blue sky and of our hotel grounds which are encircled by a flowery setting. The «Skybar» offers traditional gastronomic cuisine with tradi-tional local products in a sumptuous breakfast as well as an ex-haustive catalogue of wines and spirits, hot drinks, desserts and ice creams served with special care. An external staircase surrounded by flowers leads to the five levels where four two-story buildings are built amphitheatrically. All rooms have their own private entrance and offer each hotel guest a panoramic view of the azure waters of the Aegean Sea. Room description: All rooms are equipped with modern tech-nology facilities, energy management systems, high-speed Inter-net access and voice-over IP telephony, satellite television, wire-less Internet, a safe, fast-heating water kettle, hair dryer, mini-bar, central heating and air-conditioning. The executive suites

have also private hydro-massage facilities, whereas the executive rooms and superior suites are equipped

with Turkish bath, a fireplace and DVD-CD-RADIO. The four person capacity Swedish sauna is available to all guests as well as a commu-nal Turkish bath with aro-matherapy and hydro-massage. The Standard Room (for 2 persons), 17 sq. m, consists of a bedroom with two single beds or a double one, WC –shower and a veranda or balcony with view to the sea. The Superior Room (for 2 per-sons) 17 sq. m. consists of a bedroom with two single beds or a double one, WC – shower and a balcony with view to the sea. The Execu-tive Room (for 2-3 persons) 35 sq. m., consists of a bed-room with double bed, a bathroom with power shower facilities, a fireplace, a double sofa, DVD-CD-M radio and a laptop. The Superior Suite (for 2-4 persons) 40 sq. m., consists of a bedroom with double bed, a living-room with a double sofa, fireplace, DVD-CD-M radio and a laptop, as well as a bathroom equipped with power shower fa-cilities. The Executive Suite (for 4-6 persons) 65 sq. m. consists of two bedrooms with double bed, a living room with a fire-place, DVD –CD- radio and a laptop, a private WC with Turkish bath and aromatherapy, power shower, bathtub with Jacuzzi and a small WC. Services: The hotel offers an extensive self-service breakfast buffet that also offers light meals. In addition, there is a four person capacity Swedish sauna available to all guests, as well as a common Turkish bath with aromatherapy and Jacuzzi. There is also the possibility of organizing excursions to Pelion and trans-fers to and from the airport, port, bus & train stations.

STANDARD ROOM

SUPERIOR ROOM

EXCECUTIVE SUITE

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Hotel Boutique Kentrikon*** 01-0101 Agios Ioannis

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Our opinion: The attention and extra care that the Leventis family shows its customers, guarantees the high-quality services you will be the recipient of. We are waiting to offer you the same Greek hospitality we have been success-fully providing since 1937, contributing to the development of tourism in the region of Pelion.


Location: Hotel and Apartments “AGLAIDA” is a new-built ac-commodation, built in the slope of the mountain, in the district of “Agia Kyriaki” in Tsagarada, with view of the Aegean Sea. It is just 4 km. away from the centre of Tsagarada, 4 km. away from the beach Mylopotamos and2,5 km. from the beach Fakistra. Only few metres away from the hotel starts the stone path that leads to the famous, beautiful, rocky beach of Damouchari.

Hotel description: It consists of independent groups of flats, built and decorated according to the traditional style of Pelion. Each room has a separate entrance. At the central building there is the reception, the living room, bar and restaurant and also an area where conferences and various functions take place. At the outdoor area you will find the swimming pool, available to all guests.

Room Description: Each room has a separate entrance and along with its own bath, hair drier, TV, air condition and fully equipped kitchenette. Several of the rooms feature a fireplace. All rooms offer either a view of the sea or the mountain.

Two Room Suite: (Type B, for 2 persons) the suite consists of a bedroom with a double bed and a living room with sofa.

Junior Suite: (one room suite, Type A, for 2 persons) it consists of a bedroom with canopy bed and a separate living room with armchairs. Double Room: It consists of a double bed Triple Room: It consists of a double bed and a sofa that converts into bed with an anatomical mattress. Superior Double Room: Its amenities include a hydro massage facility in the bathroom. Superior Triple Room: It consists of a double bed and a sofa that converts into bed with an anatomical mattress and a bath-room with a hydro massage facility. Services: Breakfast can be served in the lounge or in a separate room.

Our opinion: A very nice apartment hotel built in a peaceful

area with unique panoramic view. In the immediate vicinity set

out many of the paths that lead directly to some of the most

beautiful beaches in East Pelion.

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Hotel Aglaida Apartments*** 03-01-01 Tsangarada

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Hotel Saily Beach** 12-0301 Milies –Koropi

Location: SAILY BEACH hotel is located in Central Pelion, in

Koropi. It is at 20 km. from Volos and 3 km. Kala Nera, just 150

meters from the sea and the beach of Koropi. Just a few kilo-

meters from there- from 4-5 - there are organized beaches of

Pagassitikos Gulf: Kala Nera, Kaliftheri, Ampovos and Afisos.

The privileged position of the hotel offers short excursions in

Pelion.

Description-Hotel Services: A family hotel which has 28

rooms distributed in several buildings, of which: 2 are quad, 5

triple, 18 double rooms - of which 12 have the potential to be

used by 3 people. Three ground floor rooms are ideal for indi-

viduals with disabilities, and are accessible by ramps.

All rooms have a balcony or terrace. There is an interior res-

taurant. In the deep shade of the arbor you can enjoy your

breakfast or lunch. There is a large swimming pool for adults

and a smaller one for children, huge yard, barbecue, pool bar,

reception, and lounge, restaurant with fireplace and home-

made cuisine with traditional recipes.

Room Description: All rooms have TV, central heating, air

conditioning, fridge and bathroom with shower.

Services: Breakfast with typical local products, cuisine by the

caring housewife and room service. Sometimes Greek night

party is held in the garden of the hotel.

Our opinion: A hotel for families, very safe for children and

particularly for people with disabilities owing to the building

plan. The care of the family is the strongest point of the hotel,

resulting in customers coming again and again ...

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Location: Hotel and Leda Villas are peacefully lo-cated in a stunning landscape on the outskirts of the traditional coastal village of Horto in the Pelion Peninsula. Just a few minutes walk from Leda takes you to the small, typically Greek village of Horto, with several traditional waterfront taverns and two mini markets. A few kilometres further you will find the beautiful village of Milina, offering a lsrger variety of taverns, shops and a livelier atmosphere. Hotel Description: In an area of 30.000 square meters there is a complex consisting of small tradi-tional houses, built according to the Pelion archi-tectural style, surrounded by thick vegetation. Each house consists of different rooms, studios and apartments all with their own veranda or terrace and wonderful sea view. Out of the 85 rooms comprising the hotel complex, 52 are simple rooms (without kitchenette), 21 are Type A Studios (with kitchenette) and 12 are Type B Apartments. The Beach Bar offers an extensive assortment of drinks, cocktails, snacks and ice cream flavours. You can relax in the hotel’s swimming pool, which contains also a children’s pool, use the tennis court, or train in the fitness room. The hotel also features sauna facilities, as well as Jacuzzi, an outdoor chess board, ping pong and a large parking lot.

Villa I: It’s a two-storey villa with its own pool and a stunning sea view. The distance from the beach complex Leda is 105 metrs far. The ground floor has a livingroom with a sofa that can sleep two children, a corner fireplace, a corner kitchen and a dining area, all overlooking the sea. On the first floor there are two double bedrooms and a chil-dren’s bedroom (Villa II hasn’t a children’s bed-room), where can sleep 2 children. In addition, it has two small balconies overlooking the sea.

Equipment: All rooms are equipped with air con-ditioner, kitchenette, dining table, internet access, phone and hair dryer.

Our opinion: A special hotel that offers high quali-ty services, as well as a plush environment. Ideal for family vacations.

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Hotel Leda** 14-0303 Argalasti –Horto

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Location Domotel Xenia Portaria is located 12 km from the port of Volos, 14 km from the ski center of Pelion, 36 km from the airport Aghialou. Earth and water, green and blue, nature in all its glory coincide in one of the most beautiful ornaments of Pelion, Portaria. With its natural beauty, the undisturbed archi-tectural style, cultural events, monuments, mansions and attractions, but above all with the unique, picturesque land-scape it is fairly distinguished as the preference of travelers seeking vacation with quality. Hotel description Domotel Xenia Portaria looks towards Vo-los, the Pagassitikos and the mountain of the Centaurs, with the aura of a hotel that expertly combines luxury with exceptional amenities and impeccable hospitality. Impressive, elegant, classy and enchanting, the new gem of Portaria forms an ideal choice for a holiday with quality and an excellent starting point for unforgettable excursions. With wood as the dominant ele-ment, earth tones, fine fabrics, soft carpets and comfortable beds embracing the visitor, his gaze gets lost in the picturesque landscape. Rooms’ description Domotel Xenia Portaria suites are spacious and imposing offering comfortable accommodation with style and elegance. Each suite with its own individual character, some with fireplace, some with balcony overlooking the hotel pool or the city and the sea are all shaped for the ultimate en-joyment of the visitor. The hotel offers 75 accommodation rooms (including 9 suites and 4 junior suites, according to the following classification: Standard Rooms - Deluxe rooms - Junior Suites - Suites). All rooms are equipped with A / C, telephone, satellite TV LCD, music channels, mini bar, fireplace (in two suites), safe deposit boxes, personal hygiene products, hair dryer, DVD, scales, coffee machine - only in suites.

Hotel Xenia Portaria **** 08-0107 Volos -Portaria

Services To hotel has an indoor restaurant and bar, and at the pool from 10:00 to 18:00 during the summer months operates an outside bar, where you can relax and enjoy a refreshing drink or cocktail in the freshness of the shadow. In a specially designed area near our hotel operates the tav-ern VERANDA, where you can enjoy your coffee or your drink, accompa-nied by delicious snacks with far-reaching views to Pagassitikos Gulf. The Centaurus Secrets Spa is a place of well-being that offers relaxation and rejuvenation through selected treatments, while the well-equipped space offers moments of stimulation and empowerment. In a specially designed site a fully-equipped gym is open daily from 07:00 to 23:00, with the care and guidance of qualified personnel. For our young guests’ entertainment the hotel has a ground floor, free, indoor playground and outdoor playground, operating daily under supervi-sion. Wireless Internet is free of charge in all rooms and public areas of the ho-tel. Parking is located directly in front of the hotel entrance and is free for our guests.

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Traditional Hotel & Restaurant Kritsa ***08-0114 Volos-Portaria

Location: The hotel is located on the square of Portaria, a village that is 20 minutes from Volos. In the central square you can find taverns, shops with folk art, kiosks with traditionally made deserts, and marmalades that Portaria is fa-mously known for. Your hotel: The hotel has 3 floors, 8 rooms on the 2 floors of the hotel, 4 on the 1st and 2nd floor, 2 singles that can be doubles as well, 1 double and 1 apartment suitable for 4 people. On the ground floor there is a restaurant with fire place where you can taste the traditional cuisine and enjoy local products during break-fast. There is a reception and a bar that has a capacity of up to 70 people. There are different entrances for the hotel and the public carpark in 100 meters away. Your rooms: Single rooms: Single room with the ability to become double. It has a double bed, TV, radio, phone, internet, fax, WC/ shower and balcony for the singles of the 1st floor and window of the 2nd floor. Double rooms: It has 2 single beds, TV, radio, phone, internet, fax, WC/ shower and balcony. Apartments for 4 people: It has 2 single beds, a living room that there is a sofa that can be converted to a double bed, TV, radio, phone, internet, fax, WC/ show-er and balcony. Restaurant KrItsa : Do not miss this unique opportunity to stay in the romantic atmosphere of the cozy traditional hotel, where in the morning you will be pleas-antly surprised with homemade Greek breakfast which consists of a lot of local products, traditional dishes, snacks and sweets made by old family recipes. After exploring the traditional village you can enjoy specialties and delicious dishes prepared by the hostess of the hotel-restaurant.The restaurant offers Greek pita - pies with all sorts of fillings, scrambled eggs with mountain herbs, " spetsofay " - homemade sausages with stewed peppers (the most famous dish of Pelion!), goat meat and mutton with homemade pasta, pork with wild spinach, jams and mar-melades and other goodies, made with ancient recipes. All dishes are prepared with top quality olive oil of Pelion, local products and with particular diligence of the most famous Pelion's housewive Helen. This restaurant has received a lot of awards over the last decade in Greece and abroad and will offer you an unforgettable culinary journey! Our opinion: A hotel with a traditional character but at the same time has mod-ern comforts.In this unique location hostess Helen and her family will offer you warm hospitality. Beautiful nature and picturesque village, combined with gastronomic delights and cozy atmosphere will be a great experience for you!

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Photos Description

1.Mycenaean pottery kiln of Dimini. Representa-

tion based on findings in Athanasakio Museum

of Volos.

2.The prehistoric settlement of the 5th and 4th

millennium BC in Palioskala, Lake Karla (Voiviida)

3.View of the entrance of the tomb of King Philip

II, father of Alexander the Great.

4.Golden urn, where the bones of King Philip II

were placed.

5.Pottery and porcelain utensils from the find-

ings of the prehistoric settlement of Lake Karla.

6.Golden mask that was placed on the face of

the dead.

7.Grave goods from the tomb of King Philip II.

8.“Lamiospito”: The smallest and oldest of the

tombs in Dimini, dating back to the 14th centu-

ry. B.C., according to its architectural form.

9.View of the Basilica of Bishop Peter in New

Anchialos: 450 AD.

10.View of the reconstructed mythical ship

“Argo”.

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Hotel Kaloni *** 09-0320 Volos –Alykes

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Location: “Kalloni Hotel” is placed in Alykes, a place just 15 minutes from Volos. The

hotel is just 300m. from the sea if someone use the road which passes in front of the

hotel. At this distance you can find an organized beach, restaurants, cafés, bakery,

mini market, pharmacy and anything else that is necessary for your holidays.

Your hotel: The hotel consists of a three-floor and of a four-floor building which com-

municate to each other with an inside stair. In total the two buildings have 30 Rooms,

26 Double and 4 Triple rooms. The four-floor building owns a sitting room area at the

one of its floors. The total amount of the rooms to both buildings at each floor is 10

Rooms. Alongside of the buildings is placed an area where is the reception, the break-

fast room and a living room. At the back place of this area is an inside pool with an

open roof and area around it for deck chairs and chairs. The hotel owns also outside

areas at the front and at the back place. There are enough green trees and tables at

the disposal of the clients.

Your room: Double room : Renovated with very nice decoration the room owns 2

single beds connected to each other, wardrobe, mirror-furniture, telephone, televi-

sion, W.C., central heating, A/C, balcony with view either to the yard of the hotel or to

the sea, or to the road. Triple room : Renovated with very nice decoration the room

owns 1 double and 1 single bed, wardrobe, mirror-furniture, telephone, television,

W.C., central heating, A/C, balcony with view either to the yard of the hotel or to the

sea, or to the road.

Our opinion: A just renovated hotel entirely harmonious to the needs of its days

which comprises a very good solution for holidays near to the sea and to the town of

Volos.


YMCA

AGIOS IOANNIS OF PELION

GENERAL AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

HISTORY

The camp of Pelion is an activity of the National Council

of Greece’s YMCA. YMCA is a global non -profit volunteer

organization.

It first appeared in London in 1844 in order to meet the

needs of young people of that era of intense social and

political turbulence. It now offers its services in more

than 110 countries, numbering more than thirty million

members. It is aimed at young people regardless of age,

sex, religion, race, economic or social class.

In 1924 YMCA founds in Agios Ioannis the first holiday

camp in Greece, a new institution with unprecedented

programs for young people of the time.

The holiday camp’s first manager was Louis Ris, the man

who brought through YMCA basketball in Greece, assist-

ed by Apostolos Nikolaidis.

SELECTING OUR PARTNERS – EXPERTS

The selection of our partnership with the camp of Pelion

and by extension with YMCA was a selection of expert

partners. YMCA’s glorious tradition of camps began in the

early 20th century and continues today with success.

The facilities and the environment where we intend to

implement the camping and not only programs are ideal.

In safe facilities, in a unique natural environment camp-

ers may have fun, make new friends, learn to share their

feelings and their achievements, understand the im-

portance of teamwork, responsibility and cooperation.

We want participants to experience a camping experi-

ence to feel well about themselves and their achieve-

ments, and wish to come back in the next summer.

LOCATION - AREA

The camp is located in Agios Ioannis, Pelion. It covers an

area of 15,820 sq.m. and is located about a hundred me-

ters from the sea. The facilities extend on a full flat sur-

face. Most of it is covered by plane trees and the space is

enclosed by traditional wooden fencing.

CAMP CAPACITY - OPERATION

The camp can accommodate 172 campers (boys and

girls), 32 officers of the school of officers and 16 deputy

leaders (total 220 individuals) in each camping sea-

son.Boys and girls 7-13 years old, regardless of ethnicity,

religion, economic or social class can join the camp.

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CAMP YMCA THESSALONIKI Agios Ioannis Pelion

The camp works with camping programs in periods of 22 days

from 19/ 6 to 22/8 and the exact dates are announced at the be-

ginning of each year.

The remainder of the season (May to 19/6 June from 22/8 to early

of October) at the same camp facilities, we can create programs

for children and adults, depending on the specific themes and ac-

tivities selected by the interested persons with or without officers

- teaching staff of the Camp.

FACILITIES

The facilities are characterized by their camping style, providing all

the comforts and requirements for hosting the campers, the pro-

gram staff and support staff. Such areas include:

10 cabins for the accommodation of campers, with tiled roof.

6 tents for the accommodation of campers.

3 wooden cabins for the accommodation of campers of school of

officers.

6 wooden cabins for the accommodation of supporting staff.

3 tents for the accommodation of program staff .

1 cabin for the accommodation of camp manager.

1 health center - recovery area.

Kitchen - scullery.

Pantry

Covered dining room and area of activities

Secretary’s office

5 restrooms

Building with group showers

Materials storeroom - laboratory

Open Theatre

Fire concentration area

Football ground

Basketball ground

Volleyball – handball ground

ACCOMMODATION OF CAMPERS

The campers stay in cabins and tents for 12 people, including one

leader and one deputy leader. The cabins consist of tiled roof, ma-

sonry on one side and are sealed overnight with fabric parapets.

Each cabin contains the necessary furniture to meet the needs of

campers. The tents are made of cloth and include all necessary

furniture for the needs of campers.

CAMP OFFICERS AND STAFF

The camp’s officers are YMCA volunteers with extensive experi-

ence and expertise on campsite issues.

Many of the officers have attended seminars related to the organi-

zation, operation and management of camps in Europe and have

participated in programs and camps abroad. The person in charge

of all during the camp period is the camp’s manager. The officer

staff is composed of 20 people and each of them occupies a spe-

cific post depending on qualifications and experience, the leaders

of the tents where everyone is responsible for a group of 10 camp-

ers.Also during camping periods, the camp employs a team of sup-

porting staff consisting of cook, assistant cook, 6 dish cleaners, 2

cleaning women, 3 workers, watchman, driver and lifeguard. The

kitchen and cleanliness staff is required to have and is provided

with health card. The camp during the camping periods employs

around the clock a doctor and a nurse for the needs of campers

and staff. The camp is run by the manager appointed by the

Administration.

WATER SUPPLY

The water supply of the camp is carried out by the water supply

network of the Municipality. Also when it comes to irrigation,

cleaning, washing the camp can use a private source (40 cubic per

hour).

DIET

The camp’s diet is suggested by a dietitian and is enriched with all

the necessary ingredients. The food is of excellent quality and

complies with all the requirements laid down by the competent

authorities (fresh meat, fresh vegetables, today’s eggs, fresh milk

etc).

CAMP’S FACILITIES OPERATING SEASONS

Facilities operating seasons, from 10 May to 10 of October annual-

ly.

Camping seasons 1st period June 19 - July 10, 2nd period 10 July -

31 July ,3rd period July 31 - August 21.The opening date for the

camping programs is the first day of the first season and it ends on

the last day of the third season. The final dates are announced

early in each year.

Rest of Season .

Besides the camping season during which the camp operates un-

der specific camping programs from about 19/6 to 21/8 every

year, the rest of the season we make up specialized thematic pro-

grams with activities for children and adults.

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CHOOSING YMCA’S CAMP IN AGIOS IOANNIS PELION

Selecting a camp is definitely a tough decision.

Parents want to be assured that their kids will be safe,

cared for and that they will learn new things.

Kids want to have opportunities to have fun, make new

friends, become accepted. Although this wish list may

not be complete, it touches several of their summer

camping concerns of both parents and their kids. YMCA

camps take seriously into account the concerns of chil-

dren and parents. The glorious tradition of YMCA camps

began in the early 20th century and continues today with

success.

In safe facilities in a unique natural environment campers

can have fun, make new friends, learn to share their feel-

ings and their achievements, understand the importance

of teamwork, responsibility and cooperation. We want

children to experience a camping experience to feel good

about themselves and their achievements and wish to

come back in the next summer. We hope that the memo-

ries they will take with them will have a positive effect on

their life balance. It should be noted that it is possible to

couple with programs for accommodation for any accom-

panying officers parents of children in hotels of the area.

CAMPING PROGRAMS

YMCA as a pioneer of the institution of camps in Greece

introduced since the first years of operation unprece-

dented programs that aimed at the kids’ fun and enter-

tainment, but also at their education and creation of spir-

it of solidarity and cooperation. Sports activities

(individual and group), evening entertainment (theaters,

contests etc.), swimming activities (swimming lessons,

swimming and free play in the sand), trips to the country-

side and work with nature and the environment and cre-

ative activities entertain every day campers depending

on their age and gender.

In Detail :

Kids’ Camps Agios Ioannis Pelion

Camping programs (19/6-21/8)

Groups of campers - Thematic activities and Creative

programs. The Thematic activities enable children to

meet and work with new objects, gain knowledge, train

and create through activities they choose according to

their own impulses and interests. Programs through con-

structions, handicrafts, etc. focusing on the creative occu-

pation of children in showcasing their skills but also on

teamwork. Of particular interest are the activities on the

environment through gaming, the new experiences and

the contact with nature.

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Sports The camp’s sports facilities, basketball, football, volleyball, beach volleyball, handball, show that for YMCA sports and mainly the development of sportsmanship among campers play a predomi-nant role in the daily program and foster in children a team spirit, the feeling and value of participation. Campers, after having learned the basics of sports, participate in team championships between tents while they develop their individual skills in ping pong, chess etc. The camp’s top sporting event is the Olympic Day during which campers participate in athletics and at the end of the day during a formal ceremony prizes and medals are awarded to the best ath-letes. Entertainment Entertainment in the camp of Agios Ioannis means fun and laugh-ter throughout the day, means evenings of creation and entertain-ment by campers for campers. Children prepare and present the programs, feeling the joy of teamwork, while developing the indi-vidual talents each of them has. Contests involving song, scream-ing, Indian night and masquerades, evenings around the fire and many other unexpected moments are the daily entertainment of campers. Excursions Life in YMCA’s camp is first of all life in the countryside and an en-counter with nature. Unique and unforgettable are the experienc-es of campers from small and large excursions scheduled on each side of Pelion. Coupling education with entertainment and touch and love of the natural environment, campers have the opportuni-ty to experience a different life than city life. Carrying a backpack, boys and girls begin to experience from end to end the magic of Pelion. Pathways into the dense vegetation on trails and stone paths leading to picturesque hamlets where they will stay overnight in the yard of a Pelion church. Excursions to a nearby beach, nights on the mountain, adventure and the legend-ary 3-day safari are unique experiences for the small explorers of Pelion.

Swimming

At the enchanting beach of Papa Nero campers enjoy twice per

day the joy of the sea. Daily learning of swim depending on age

and level of knowledge always under the watchful eye of experi-

enced camping officers and lifeguards. The aim of Pelion camp is

to familiarize children with the sea by providing knowledge of safe

swimming and gaming. "Frogs", "blue and white fish", "flying fish"

and "sharks" through daily exercises they learn the techniques and

improve their level and knowledge. A unique event is the swim-

ming races at the end of the camping season highlighting the win-

ners of each category.

Daily Schedule

07.45 REVEILLE

08.00 CLEANING - RAISING FLAG - BREAKFAST

08.45 TEAM TASKS

09.00 SETTING TENTS 10.00 REVIEW - LESSONS

10.30 SWIMMING - SPORTS PROGRAM (2 actions alternately)

13.45 CLEANING.

13.30 LUNCH

14.00 CANTEEN -MIDDAY REST

16.30 SNACK-GROUPS

17.15 SWIMMING - SPORTS PROGRAM (2 actions alternately)

19.45 CLEANING

20.00 Lowering FLAG -DINNER

21.00 EVENING ENTERTAINMENT

22.30 PRAYER –LAST POST

Pelion Mobile Camp

YMCA with its long experience in the institution of camps organiz-

es a unique experience with activities, the Pelion mobile camp.

Boys and girls aged 14 to 17 years will have the chance to explore

the mythical mountain of the Centaurs, to walk in paths, swim in

the clear blue waters of the Aegean. We will visit traditional villag-

es, Zagora, Puri, Veneto , Kissos, exceptional beaches, Agioi Saran-

da, Ovrios, Elitsa, Damouhari, Moni Flamouriou, the Cave of Chi-

ron , the school of Rigas, the Secret School and much more.

We will visit Agios Ioannis and will live for a moment the life of the

historical camp of Pelion gathered around the fire under the age-

old plane trees. Come to live unique moments this summer. Our

tradition, knowledge and philosophy carry on on new paths.

Our philosophy makes the difference

Human relations and respect for personality are con-

stant goals. Our concern on a daily basis is to balance

entertainment - education – fun.

The goal is the child’s correct and smooth integration

into society through the participation in the program,

by learning to work as a team member in a wider socie-

ty with structure, organization and institutions.

Campers act at the same time as a unit, so they learn to

sustain themselves, to gain confidence, learn team-

work, communication, mutual respect, companionship

and mutual help.

Boys and girls participate on a daily basis in the multi-

faceted process of camping life , they learn by playing

and having fun to respect the individuality and diversity

of everyone, they experience the meaning of equality,

initiate dialogue and collective processes and swimming

races at the end of the camping season highlighting the

winners of each category.

They strongly live above all friendship and love for fel-

low people.No other camp has to provide so much.It is

no wonder that we are the first camp in Greece!

Our philosophy makes the difference.

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NUB. DESCRIPTION OF FACILITY

20 Executives academy kiosk

21 Program personnel accommodation tents

22 Showers

23 Campers tents

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NUB. DESCRIPTION OF FACILITY

1 Workforce residences

2 Open-air theatre

3 Tools storehouse

4 Ping-Pong tables

5 Visitors area

6 Visitors WC

7 Food storehouse

8 Kitchen

9 Cantina

10 Open-air dining room

11 Indoor dining room

12 Manager office

13 Secretarial office

14 Manager residence

15 Infirmary

16 Fire area

17 Pergola

18 Executives academy residences

19 Executives academy WC

Accommodation Center CAMP YMCA Agios Ioannis

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DESCRIPTION OF FACILITY NUB. DESCRIPTION OF FACILITY NUB. DESCRIPTION OF FACILITY

Executives academy kiosk 24 Campers WC 28 Basketball field

Program personnel accommodation tents 25 Campers residences 29 Athletic staff kiosk

26 Campers WC 30 Free place -Open Spaces

Campers tents 27 Volleyball court 31 Free place -Open Spaces

32 Football Field

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12

12

Manager residence

15

Infirmary

15

01

Open-air theatre

01

11

Indoor dining room

11 Α

Multipurpose hall

11Α

08

Kitchen

10

Open-air dining room

04

Ping-Pong tables

04

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11

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10

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05 Visitors area

10

Open-air dining room

13

Secretarial office

11

Indoor dining room

16

Free place -Open Spaces

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Basketball field

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Volleyball court

20

Executives academy kiosk

05

10

13

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20

Executives academy kiosk

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16

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16 16

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Campers residences


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Campers tents

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Executives academy WC

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25 25

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Football Field

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25 25

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Children come to sing

Pelion’s beauties

such beauties unimaginably

purify our hearts.

Let our hymn be heard

At the ends of the earth

and to God they exalt

the eyes of the soul

Pelion, Pelion I sing your praises,

I love and want you,

and wherever I go and find myself

of your name I’ll sing praises.

Hymn of the YMCA Pelion camp

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Your blue sea

which bursts out fast,

with foaming waves

on rocks, in the sand

and the blue sky

that touches the water,

make your beauties double,

double beauty.





Hymn of the YMCA Pelion camp

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In your enchanting nature

We come small

to become giants n body and soul.

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And when after years we'll

Be away from you and great

We’ll yearn like children

Pelion’s life





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Excursions

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Retro Trip by Pelion Little Train

During this tour you have the opportunity to make an extraordinary journey with the famous little train of Pelion, created in 1895. His path runs along the narrow-gauge railway, climbing over bridges and gorges of central Pelion having as a view the Pagasetic Gulf and the Aegean Sea. This ancient and unique train railroad created by the Italian mechanic Evaristo De Chirico, father of the famous sur-realist painter Giorgio De Chirico. The legendary train starts its jour-ney from Ano Lechonia and arrives at the station in Milies . In this village we will walk along the forest paths , framed by mountain springs , and in the central square you will have the chance to taste traditional Greek dishes.

Modern Centaurs Imagine yourself as a modern Centaur - sign in the role of the myth-ical creatures - half- human, half- horse. Legend has it that Pelion was their birthplace and the hideout of the tribe of centaurs. Their leader was the wise centaur Chiron, who devoted his life in doctor-ing using herbs of Pelion. Discover the natural beauty of the unique village Tsagarada, ride on forest trails and feel the magical aura of the mysterious mountain. Forest picnic having as a background the sparkling waters of the Aegean Sea will give a special charm to this tour.

Modern Argonauts Visit the homeland of Jason and make the journey by sea as the legendary Argonauts did 3000 years ago. Imagine your self as the modern Argonaut of the 21st century and explore the Aegean sea on boats ! You can visit most of the beaches and bays of the eastern part of Pelion - calm beach of Plaka , a natural bay Damuhari where Meryl Streep and Pierce Brosnan starred in the musical Mamma Mia scenes! Pristine beaches and Fakistra Mylopotamos framed sea cliffs , which crashed Xerxes Persian ships, Papa Nero, Agios Ioannis and Agioi Saranda - the most famous resorts of Pelion. During this exciting journey you can swim and sunbathe on coast or beach you like. In the afternoon you will enjoy lunch at one of the coastal tav-erns and at the end of your exciting journey you will receive a photo report.

Mountain Biking at Pelion

During this tour, mountain biking will get you acquainted with the

flora and fauna of the mountain Pelion, riding the forest paths,

enjoying unparalleled views of the slopes and the Aegean Sea and

you will be able to discover the secret places of Pelion experiencing

unique, natural beauty that will surprise you pleasantly.

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Meteora Rocks and Monasteries

During this tour we will visit the natural phenomenon – the unusual

rocks of Meteora, as well as the second in importance only to

Mount Athos monastery complex. Initially, according to the story,

this complex consisted of 30 monasteries, while today there are

only 6. The remaining monasteries since 1988 are included in the

World Heritage List of UNESCO. After visiting Meteora we will

"return to earth" and taste the local cuisine in one of the taverns of

Kalambaka

Around Pelion in one day

It would be surprising if someone resisted the opportunity for just one day to visit the magic places of Pelion peninsula! Take part in this tour and explore the mountains and the city of the Centaurs and Argonauts. In the beginning of your stay, you will visit the larg-est village of Pelion - Tsagarada , where at the central square stands proudly a huge sycamore tree that ages more than 100 years. Cross-ing the eastern slopes of the mountain range, you will reach Milies village and then Vizitsa village to stroll through the cobbled streets and have a coffee. Continuing your way along the coast of Pagasetic Gulf , we arrive at Dimini an ancient village known as the birthplace of Jason. After the tour of the archaeological excavations you will go into the modern city of the Argonauts - Volos. After admiring the local attractions , you will have a wonderful opportunity to try the unique seafood starters, followed by " tsipouro " in one of the many tavernas on the waterfront. After lunch you will return to the realm of the Centaurs. Climbing back to Pelion we stop at the village of Portaria where you’ll find the mountain paths of the Centaurs, and then take a stroll on the "balcony of Pelion " - the unique village Makrinitsa which offers panoramic views of the Pagasetic bay, city and mountains.

Plastira Lake and Agrafa Mountain

Turquoise Plastira Lake framed by an emerald green mountain for-

est, located at an altitude of 600 m above sea level. You are invited

to take a fascinating walk into this wonderful place where the pres-

ence of the nature is breathtaking for every visitor. In the beginning

of your journey we will cross the city of Karditsa - cozy town with

cobbled streets and squares . Leaving the city the majestic Agrafa

Mountain will appear before us where in their arms lies the famous

lake. Driving through small villages scattered on the slopes of the

mountains before us appear calm scenic views of the lake waters,

which reflects the age-old forests . You can walk along the beach to

enjoy the beauties of nature. Next, passing picturesque villages

along the lake, we'll get to the dam itself, walking around on foot

and visiting the local fair, where you can buy unique souvenirs. At

the end of the walk you will lunch at a local taverna overlooking the

lake. If desired, during this tour, you can ride a horse on the lake or

swim, making kayak or canoe.

Cruise in the Pagasetic Gulf

Do not miss the opportunity to take a day cruise on the Pagasetic

bay! Picturesque villages, which lie on the southern shore of Pelion,

uninhabited islands, protected ancient monasteries and swimming

in the calm waters of this part of the sea will bring you indescriba-

ble pleasure! Our traditional boat will take you next to one of the

local taverns , where you will enjoy a delicious meal of local cuisine.

Excursions

Picturesque walk around the village Aspropotamos

Our tour starts from the town of Kalambaka, situated at the foot of the

Meteora Rocks. The first stop will be in the Kashtania village where we’ll

find a farm with horses. After a short walk we will rich the Doliana vil-

lage where we will visit the Monastery of the Holy Cross with a remark-

able church with 13 domes. After that we head to Haliki village, where

we will make a break for a stroll through the village and after take a

lunch in the traditional tavern in Krania or Kalliroi village. During the

tour we will stop at the little church of St. Nicholas, in the monastery of

Agia Paraskevi near the Pirra village. After our descent to the famous

Pertuli village begins through Neraidohori, where we leave a candle in

the local chapel of St. Paul. Then we will have enough free time to enjoy

a cup of coffee or tea in the square of Pertouli . Around 7 pm we will

return through the city of Trikala.

Olympus - the Home of the Gods Legendary Olympus is the highest mountain range in Greece and is closely associated with ancient history and myths. Olympus is endowed with nine peaks, the height of which exceeds 2600 m. Beginning our journey to the Home of the Greek Gods, first we visit Stavros refuge , located at an altitude of 900m, where you can see the peak Miticas - the highest point of Mount Olympus (2,917 m). Also in front of us you'll admire the view of the Aegean Sea and its coast, which is longer than 70 km. Our second stop will be in the new monastery of St. Dionysius, where we will visit the church and a small museum with holy relics. After the monastery our way lies to the town of Litohoro, which lies near to Olympus Mountain where anyone can walk to Enipeya Cave, located near amazing waterfalls. On the back way we will visit the vil-lage Ambelakia located on Kissavos where we’ll take a lunch in a restau-

rant with Olympus view. After the lunch we will take a little walk around the village and visit the historic Schwartz House .

Along the beaches of Larissa to the Veneto Caves.

Leave behind a big town of Larissa and rush to the corners of pristine nature. On the shore of Agiokampos we will find inflatable boats and equipment - here begins our sea travel in the Aegean Sea . Our route of 15 nautical miles runs parallel to the secluded coves and rocky shores, Mavrovouni Mountatin and North part of Pelion. On our way we will meet the sandy beach Papakosta, Rakopotamos cleft with its waterfalls, Keramidi beach, Glimeni Milou beach decorated with bizarre rocks overhanging the colored sand. Here we see the ruins of the old kaolin mine at the foot of the cliff Monopetro. Ahead of us, Veneto caves of ongoing gentle lapping over the turquoise sea. Here we will enjoy swimming, exploring sea caves, and then we'll go over to the sea to-wards the Flabouri monastery where we will have a delicious lunch.

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In search of "Horn of Plenty"

According to the myth, Aheloi (or Aspropotamos), losing battle with Hercules, gave him "Horn of Plenty". We invite you to visit the legend-ary places - the abode of the river god Achelous. On our way from Trikala , we primarily visit the center of Ecology Researches, where we learn about the nature of the Pindos Mountain. Next stop at the Mon-astery of Prophet Elias, as well as a walk through the village Haliki - a traditional village with old stone farmhouses and churches. After we will walk through the stone bridges and forest paths, framed with mountain springs. On the outskirts of Haliki we can admire the ancient origins of the Aspropotamos river, the water kingdom of Achelois. Next, using ATV or by feet ( about 40 minutes ) we proceed to the unique town Darkolimni Verliga – the beauty small lake with dragonflies in the heart of of mountain peaks . There, admiring the incredible scenery, you'll learn about the myth of the Achelous.

Экскурсии

Jeep safari 4x4

Pelion has a large network of forest roads crossing the mountain from

north to south, running through the central part of Pelion. Provided

routes, outside of settlements on the characteristic terrain will nicely

please the extreme funs and jeep-drivers. Exepst the main route, your

route runs through a mountain forest parallel to the sea shores and

through the picturesque local villages. Due the road trip, also you have

a challenge to find a hidden treasure and all participants are encour-

aged to make every effort to achieve this target!

On the trails of the Centaurs

This tour includes one of the most beautiful routes in the mountains of

the Centaurs, and will be appreciated by lovers of hiking and trekking.

Your path will pass through the lost forest trails, paved paths and stone

bridges spanning the mountain springs and rivers. Throughout the

route you will enjoy an amazing view of the endless turquoise Aegean

Sea, the coolness of the ancient forest and unusual tranquility of the

mountain nature.

Note: This tour can be combined with various routes in all parts of

Pelion .

Canoe-kayak in the Aegean Sea

You have to enjoy a boat trip with the kayak or canoe along the sandy

beaches of the Eastern Pelion. A fascinating journey through places,

sung by Homer, modern poets and writers, will surprise you with ex-

traordinary beauty of the natural landscape - beaches, coves and la-

goons, framed by thick forest, which create a unique, breathtaking

picture. You will visit the most beautiful beaches of the Eastern Pelion -

Agios Ioannis, Fakistra , Damuhari, Mylopotamos, where you can take a

sunbathe and swim. At the end of your walk you will become a happy

owner of a collection of photos demonstrating your courage!

The Centaur's Stone Path and Balcony of Pelion

The Centaur's Path is a point of interest in Portaria Village. Due this tour

you will meet waterfalls, bridges, rich flora of Pelion forest and en-

joy fresh air and cool water from springs. The path ends in square of

Portaria where you can taste a lot of traditional dishes in a famous local

tavern.

After our break in Portaria we will continue our trip to Makrinitsa village

- well known for its panoramic view to Pagasetic Gulf and Volos, its

unique architectural features, magnificent mansions and houses,

churches, water fountains and paths. Here, at the "balcony of Pelion"

with centuries-old plane trees we will enjoy a coffee or mountain tea

with traditional sweets of Pelion.

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