The home of Alexander the Great and glorious Macedonian Kings! Beautiful and proud, Northern Greece is the absolute embodiment of hospitality and the grandeur of the Greek soul. It consists of two large areas, Macedonia and Thrace and spreads over a vast area from the west adjoining Albania and FYROM to the east with Bulgaria and Turkey. Its geographic position and history explains the character of its residents in just two words: proud and hospitable.

The magnificent Thessaloniki is a typical example. The most beautiful port of the country, the capital of the area of Macedonia and one the most vibrant cities in Greece. It combines luxury and wellbeing with the requirements of the modern traveler seeking compelling experiences. Nearby is Halkidiki, Northern Greece’s summer resort known throughout Europe. A long imposing coastline embraces the two “legs”, as the Greeks call Halkidiki’s three parts. Full of luxury hotels and homes it is an area literally flooded by tourists all year. On the “third leg” however, is where everything changes. There is Mount Athos the most important landmark of Christianity, with its famous and splendid monasteries.

The picturesque cities of Xanthi and Kavala will fascinate you. They have many stories to tell that go back in ancient times but at the same time an everyday life worthy of the capital. Moreover, Northern Greeks are people who love the nightlife having fun.

Nature and outdoor activities lovers will not be disappointed. Majestic mountains with all year snowy slopes, verdant valleys, lakes and rivers ideal for rafting and blue coastlines for the lovers of watersports.

All the above brings us to the main reason to visit Northern Greece and one that makes you coming back, it’s fascinating gastronomy! With its obvious Anatolian origins and strongly influenced from all the Balkans and Russia, northern cuisine consists of local fruits and vegetables of high nutritional value, high quality meat and fish and exceptional wines and spirits.

As true indicator of wellbeing we can surely say that the Northern part sets the stage for high-end tourism in Greece.

• A beautiful night walk in Thessaloniki along the White tower beach and dinner at one of its many excellent restaurants.
• Lake Kerkini, a stunning wetland part of the “Natura” network. Try the local dairy products produced from the areas rare buffalos.
• Visit Nymfaio, in the Florina prefecture and “Arcturus” the shelter of bears and wildlife.
• Admire the glorious tombs of the ancient Macedonian kings in Dion.
• Don’t miss the luxurious nightlife in Halkidiki’s cosmopolitan “first leg” and socialize with the elegant crowd.