Tour of Thassos’ mountain villages

Thassos mountain village tour with Mt Ipsarion

Climb into a comfy 4x4 with A/C and head off the beaten track into the rugged interior of Thassos. This is where the island sheds its beachside polish and reveals something wilder, rocky trails, dense forests, and pockets of rustic tradition. As the road climbs, you'll pass remote hamlets and mountain slopes with views that stretch far across the island. Local guide, Tina, say, "Your first stop is Kastro, a sleepy hilltop village that feels like it's been forgotten by time. Wander narrow stone lanes, visit the old church, and take in the raw, authentic charm of this hidden gem. Next, head to Panagouda Monastery, quietly nestled in the hills. It's home to Monk Epifanios, who's lived here alone for over 30 years. The setting is tranquil, stripped-back, and deeply rooted in the island's spiritual rhythm.Then it's up to Ipsarion, Thassos' highest peak at 1204 meters. The summit offers wide, open views across the island, the sea, and even the mainland on a clear day. On the way back down, stop for a simple snack among the trees. Finish the day with a visit to Maries Village, where you can stroll through quiet streets and relax in the main square, maybe catching the soft light of sunset before heading back.

Thassos Treasures

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Thassos delights cruise

There's nothing quite like lying back and feeling the sea spray as the sun warms your body. And if lazing on deck sounds like your perfect day, then this Thassos cruise is for you. You'll enjoy a day soaking up the views and tucking into a fresh barbecue lunch between swimming stops.

Thassos 4x4 Four-beach Escape

This 4x4 tour seeks out a few of the best-kept secrets in Thassos. You'll rumble down tracks to three beaches – Marble, Paradise and Astris – in just one day.Buckle up and get ready to venture down dusty tracks to find Thassos's best beaches. The first one will be Marble beach, also known as Saliara, named after the white marble dust from the quarries above that's settled on the beach – the effect is truly mesmerising.Then, you'll soon be off to Paradise beach, and you'll see why it's been called that – forest-topped rocks embrace this smile of sandy beach. You'll also swing by Astris, right on the southern tip. You can either seek out a taverna for some lunch, or kick back on the beach.

Thassos delights cruise ticket

There's nothing quite like lying back and feeling the sea spray as the sun warms your body. And if lazing on deck sounds like your perfect day, then this Thassos cruise is for you. You'll enjoy a day soaking up the views and tucking into a fresh barbecue lunch between swimming stops.

Scuba experience

Home to a dazzling array of marine life and warm Aegean waters, Thassos is the ideal spot for a first-time scuba dive. Discover a world below the waves with this beginner's course. Even if you've no experience, your qualified instructors will have you enjoying the underwater kingdom in no time.

Wine Trails of Drama

As well as ancient viticulture, Drama is known as a centre of Dionysian worship, situated beneath the Falakro, Meniko, and Pangeon mountains. As one of Greece's winemaking pioneers over the past two decades, Drama's Protected Geographical Origin (PGI) status heralds a new era of wine innovation. Enjoy a wine tasting at one of Greece's most prestigious wineries, including a detailed tour and tasting at Chateau Nico Lazaridi, and finish with free time in Kavala city.