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Historical Pelion And The Charming Villages Of Pinakates, Vizitsa, And Milies

Day Trip, Group Tour

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Experience the enchanting Pelion region with our small-group tour. Begin in the serene village of Pinakates, known for its stone houses and mountain vistas. Explore Vizitsa’s elegant mansions and charming streets, and then visit Milies to see its historic church, folklore museum, and ancient library. Conclude with a traditional Greek meal at a local tavern (cost not included) before returning to Volos Port.

Historical Pelion and the Charming Villages of Pinakates, Vizitsa, and Milies

Discover the enchanting charm of Pelion's traditional villages with this exclusive tour of Pinakates, Vizitsa, and Milies, starting from the vibrant port of Volos, Greece. Experience the tranquility of untouched beauty, captivating history, and authentic Greek culture on this small-group excursion.

Begin your adventure in the serene village of Pinakates, famously adorned with timeless stone houses nestled amidst captivating mountain views. A leisurely stroll through the narrow, cobbled streets unveils the remarkable architecture and undisturbed essence of genuine Greek village life.

From Pinakates, a brief coach ride takes you to the idyllic village of Vizitsa, recognized for its magnificent traditional mansions and quaint surroundings. A walk through Vizitsa's cobblestone lanes and well-preserved edifices allows you to soak in Pelion’s deep-rooted culture and rich heritage.

Your journey culminates in the verdant retreat of Milies, a village cloaked in abundant greenery and historic allure. As you explore Milies, you'll find yourself surrounded by olive and chestnut trees, the 1741 built church of Taxiarches, and a folklore museum showcasing Milies' cultural legacy. As a center of intellectual progress, Milies proudly hosts one of Greece's oldest libraries.

While in Milies, relish the opportunity to dine at a local tavern, where traditional Greek cuisine takes centrestage (meal not included in the price). Revel in the delectable taste of fresh salads, slow-cooked meats, and regional specialties, all served amidst the soothing ambiance of this charming village.

The concluding leg of your journey whisks you back to Volos Port, wrapping up a profoundly enriching and picturesque tour of Pelion's premier villages - an experience not to be missed. The vivid port town of Volos, with its bustling coffee houses and taverns, is the perfect backdrop to your memorable Greek escapade.

This comprehensive tour includes travel to and from Volos Port, exploration of Pinakates, Vizitsa, and Milies, and an exclusive chance to immerse yourself in Greek culture, history, and gastronomy. Come and uncover the hidden gems of Pelion – a tour that delivers much more than just sightseeing.

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Tour Type
Group
 
Group Size
Small
 
Activity Type(s)
Scenic, Cultural, Historical
 
Tour Duration
5 Hours
 
Activity Level
Moderate
 
Tour Leaves From
Cruise Ship Pier or Cruise Ship Tender Pier
 
Food/Beverage Provided
Not Included
 
Special Instructions
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and sensible, flat-soled walking shoes or sneakers. Sunglasses and sunscreen are also suggested.
 
Restrictions
Guests must be able to walk on paved and cobblestone surfaces. There are steps, stairs, uphills, and steep curbs in some areas. This tour is not wheelchair accessible but can accommodate a collapsible wheelchair, walker, stroller, or small luggage (guests must give previous notice). Motorized scooters are not allowed. Guests must be able to get in and out of vessels independently. Special requests should be made at the time of booking.
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About Us
Shore Excursions Group is the market leading and world's largest shore excursion company. Since 2008, we've provided cruise passengers with higher-quality, lower-priced, and smaller group shore excursions from a portfolio of nearly 4,000 tours in over 300 ports. Over the last 16 years, we've delivered more than 4.6M excursions with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating from more than 47k reviews.

Exceptional travel experiences are created by exceptional people. Our incredible team of cruise and travel experts has more than 100 years of combined industry experience, and we work in close collaboration with a network of exceptional tour operator partners dedicated to providing personalized and immersive excursions to cruise passengers in the ports they visit around the world.

Our excursions are higher quality, lower priced, and travel in smaller groups averaging just 12 guests per departure, allowing our guests to truly connect with the local culture and enjoy a more enriching travel experience. Our website provides a personalized shopping experience highlighting the top-rated and most popular excursions in each port of call with authentic photos, videos, and reviews from other guests.

Our proprietary itinerary search technology makes booking easy by displaying the excursions guaranteed to work for your ship's scheduled arrival and departure into each port of call. We also feature hand-curated multi-port packages with the top-rated excursion for each port bundled together at an additional discount.

Our Unique Approach
While the cruise lines and other companies also offer excursions, we are the experts and our experience and approach set us apart. Our exceptional excursions travel in smaller groups and visit more interesting and authentic locations, using more personalized tour guides.

Our team uses a comprehensive approach to select the leading guides and best tour providers around the world. Every excursion is carefully curated and closely monitored through quality control and customer feedback.

In today's fast paced world, vacations are an important way to relax, reconnect with family and friends, and discover new and interesting places - and our portfolio of the highest quality tours was created to provide authentic and rewarding travel experiences on your next trip.

High quality service is very important to travelers and leads to better experiences with higher satisfaction. We encourage you to call us, so our experts can answer your questions and help you select the best excursions for your cruise.

Our Exceptional Tours
Our priority is providing cruise guests with exciting and enriching tours with personalized service and smaller groups.

Our small group tours range from 2-12 people - far less than other tour companies with larger tours up to 50 people. We also offer outstanding private excursions - exclusive experiences for only you and your group with options to fully customize your tour.

Our "Scenic" tours provide up close and personal access to some of the most spectacular natural environments on Earth from majestic glaciers in Alaska to spectacular reefs in the Caribbean.

Our "Cultural" tours allow customers to experience local customs, entertainment and culinary delights ranging from tribal dances in Alaska to an outstanding local meal in Santorini, Greece.

Our "Active" tours offer a multitude of exciting and adventurous ways to experience our destinations. Kayak the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, hike to a spectacular waterfall in Hawaii, or bicycle through quaint villages in France.

Our "City" tours allow travelers to see the highlights of great cities around the world with unique insights provided by our expert tour guides.

Our Guarantee
We stand by our excursions, and we're committed to meeting your expectations. Our team and our guides are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences, which we've achieved consistently over many years and millions of tours. To the extent you are in any way dissatisfied with the experience we deliver, we will work to resolve your concerns - up to and including a full refund of your tour price. For more information visit the Shore Excursions Group website.

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About Shore Excursions Group

About Us
Shore Excursions Group is the market leading and world's largest shore excursion company. Since 2008, we've provided cruise passengers with higher-quality, lower-priced, and smaller group shore excursions from a portfolio of nearly 4,000 tours in over 300 ports. Over the last 16 years, we've delivered more than 4.6M excursions with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating from more than 47k reviews.

Exceptional travel experiences are created by exceptional people. Our incredible team of cruise and travel experts has more than 100 years of combined industry experience, and we work in close collaboration with a network of exceptional tour operator partners dedicated to providing personalized and immersive excursions to cruise passengers in the ports they visit around the world.

Our excursions are higher quality, lower priced, and travel in smaller groups averaging just 12 guests per departure, allowing our guests to truly connect with the local culture and enjoy a more enriching travel experience. Our website provides a personalized shopping experience highlighting the top-rated and most popular excursions in each port of call with authentic photos, videos, and reviews from other guests.

Our proprietary itinerary search technology makes booking easy by displaying the excursions guaranteed to work for your ship's scheduled arrival and departure into each port of call. We also feature hand-curated multi-port packages with the top-rated excursion for each port bundled together at an additional discount.

Our Unique Approach
While the cruise lines and other companies also offer excursions, we are the experts and our experience and approach set us apart. Our exceptional excursions travel in smaller groups and visit more interesting and authentic locations, using more personalized tour guides.

Our team uses a comprehensive approach to select the leading guides and best tour providers around the world. Every excursion is carefully curated and closely monitored through quality control and customer feedback.

In today's fast paced world, vacations are an important way to relax, reconnect with family and friends, and discover new and interesting places - and our portfolio of the highest quality tours was created to provide authentic and rewarding travel experiences on your next trip.

High quality service is very important to travelers and leads to better experiences with higher satisfaction. We encourage you to call us, so our experts can answer your questions and help you select the best excursions for your cruise.

Our Exceptional Tours
Our priority is providing cruise guests with exciting and enriching tours with personalized service and smaller groups.

Our small group tours range from 2-12 people - far less than other tour companies with larger tours up to 50 people. We also offer outstanding private excursions - exclusive experiences for only you and your group with options to fully customize your tour.

Our "Scenic" tours provide up close and personal access to some of the most spectacular natural environments on Earth from majestic glaciers in Alaska to spectacular reefs in the Caribbean.

Our "Cultural" tours allow customers to experience local customs, entertainment and culinary delights ranging from tribal dances in Alaska to an outstanding local meal in Santorini, Greece.

Our "Active" tours offer a multitude of exciting and adventurous ways to experience our destinations. Kayak the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, hike to a spectacular waterfall in Hawaii, or bicycle through quaint villages in France.

Our "City" tours allow travelers to see the highlights of great cities around the world with unique insights provided by our expert tour guides.

Our Guarantee
We stand by our excursions, and we're committed to meeting your expectations. Our team and our guides are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences, which we've achieved consistently over many years and millions of tours. To the extent you are in any way dissatisfied with the experience we deliver, we will work to resolve your concerns - up to and including a full refund of your tour price. For more information visit the Shore Excursions Group website.

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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.