Northern Greece and especially the region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace is definitely one of the secret gems in Greece that Green Traveller discovered.
As a modern hub, Thessaloniki, is the starting point to explore the region and its national parks. Dadia is the habitat of unique bird species as well as Delta Evros offering a boat tour to observe closer nature.
Photo: Richard Hammond
Video of Green Traveller's trip to East Macedonia and Thrace
Foreword by Eleni Skarveli, Director, GNTO UK & Ireland Office
Northern Greece and especially the region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace is definitely one of the secret gems in Greece that Green Traveller discovered.
As a modern hub, Thessaloniki, is the starting point to explore the region and its national parks. Dadia is the habitat of unique bird species as well as Delta Evros offering a boat tour to observe closer nature.
For culture lovers, it is very easy to extend the trip from Thessaloniki to Philippi, an amazing archaeological site with ancient theatre Festival where summer concerts and performances are taking place. A short ride from Kavala, a beautiful panoramic port, with many pastry shops preparing “kourabiedes”, the local biscuit delicacies.
Final stop for the Green Traveller’s tour is Xanthi, a double cultural personality city with strong reference to the Ottoman period and unique architectural colourful style. The Museum of Silk showcase the history behind the Silk Road starting all the way from China ending in Soufli, where cultural transition meets sustainable way of life.
Enjoy Green Traveller's Guide to your trip to Greece!
Stay, Eat, See & Do
Our pick of places to stay and eat, and things to do across East Macedonia
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