3-Day Motorcycle Tour to Volos, Pelion & Euboea
Highlights
Athens
nature, architectural, bike tours
Private Tour
3 Days
Easy
English, German, Italian
Description
Embark on a motorcycle tour starting in Athens and taking you to your first stop of Volos where you can taste Greek delicacies and admire the view of the city from Makrinitsa. Explore the unique village of Milies and the cosmopolitan village of Portaria before reaching the island of Euboea to see the Drimonas Waterfall.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Athens to Volos
Get acquainted with your BMW rental motorbike at the tour company's office. After a short briefing of the tour & itinerary, take off on your BMWs. All destinations and points of interest will be uploaded to the GPS that comes with the motorcycle.
Follow the national road all the way to Volos.
Stop at Roof tile and Brickworks Museum N. & S. Tsalapatas, learn the history of this fully restored factory and see how it has affected the economic life in the city. (Duration: 1 hour)
Go to Volos, Magnesia region of Thessaly (Duration: 3 hours), explore one of the largest and most attractive cities in Greece. This modern-day city, built near the site of ancient Iolcos, dominates the region of Magnesia from its position at the foot of Mount Pelion overlooking the Pagasetic Gulf.
Indulge in Greek delicacies in the numerous "Tsipouradika". They are little taverns offering meze style dishes to accompany the local 'tsipouro", a strong distilled spirit, containing 40–45% alcohol by volume and produced from either the pomace (the residue of the wine press) or from the wine after the grapes and juice have been separated. It comes in two types: pure and anise-flavoured.
Stop at Makrinitsa: The balcony of the Pagasetic Gulf. Behold the spectacular views of the city of Volos and the Sea and enjoy a local refreshment. Witness the local Pelion architecture and relax under the shade of the century-old tree. (Duration: 2 hours)
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Day 2: Pelion round tour
Start the day by enjoying a truly spectacular motorcycle ride, starting from Mount Pelion to the famous Tsagkarada village. The route is truly unique following spectacular tight twisty bends leading you to some of the most beautiful beaches of the region: Mylopotamos, Papa Nero and Ntamouhari. If weather permits, try one of the most refreshing swims of your life. (Duration: 3 hours)
Proceed to Milies, a unique village with splendid architecture and a magnificent old train station. Lately, the train service has been restored and you may want to experience the route by hopping on for a train trip of a lifetime. (Duration: 3 hours)
Step inside Portaria, the cosmopolitan village of Pelion. It is filled with splendid cafes, restaurants, and taverns that offer excellent products and services. (Duration: 2 hours)
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Day 3: Volos to Athens via the Island of Euboea
Start your journey via provincial and national roads to arrive in Glyfada, the harbour town in Fthiotida. Take the ferry and relax in this 30-minute crossing towards the island of Euboea in Agiokampos. (Duration: 45 minutes)
Follow a scenic motorcycle route to take you to the beautiful Drimonas Waterfalls. Get refreshed if you dare to dive. If not, a nearby coffee house will allow you to relax, enjoy the scenery and have a light brunch. (Duration: 2 hours)
Take the road to Khalkis and witness the fantastic castle overlooking the city.
Behold the Evripos Bridge and a unique phenomenon where the waters change direction every six hours. Maybe this is the reason it is named the "crazy waters of Khalkis!" (Duration: 2 hours)
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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