Our first stop is the White Tower, an emblem of Thessaloniki with a bloody story to tell. Once known as the “Red Tower”, it took on a new life thanks to a Jewish prisoner named Nathan Guidili. He offered to paint the tower white in exchange for his release, an attempt by the Ottomans to whitewash its brutal past away.

On the way back, we will pass close by what used to be two ghetto areas in German-occupied Salonika of 1942. We will stop by Plateia Eleftherias, where in the same year, 9,000 Jewish men were ordered to assemble for forced labor. This event was a precursor to the mass deportation to Auschwitz of the flourishing Jewish community of Thessaloniki that began the following year. Remnants of this devastating history will lead us through the city on our walking tour, offering a poignant reflection on the past.

We’ll wrap up the day in a cozy taverna, reflecting on the day’s revelations over a hearty Greek meal. It’s a chance to digest not just the flavors, but the profound history we’ve walked through, setting the stage for the incredible journey ahead…

Accommodation: 3-4* hotel

Activities:

• Visit to the iconic White Tower by the waterfront (entrance fee included)
• A quick stop at the Liberty Square (Plateia Eleftherias)
• Walking Tour through the historic city center of Thessaloniki

Meals: Dinner in local taverna

Next, we’ll tour the historic Hotel Hydrama, a former tobacco warehouse, followed by a visit to the stunning Cave of Aggitis River. Lunch will be at a nearby highly-rated tavern.

In the late afternoon, we’ll travel to Alexandroupoli, check into our hotel, and relax over dinner.

Accommodation: 3* hotel

Activities:

• Visit to the Park of Birds of Prey – A fascinating show!
• Sightseeing tour of Drama and the Agia Varvara Park
• Visit the Cave of Aggitis River

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We’ll then head to Soufli, stopping to fill up on lunch at a local tavern. Soufli is renowned for its silk production, a tradition dating back centuries. In Soufli, we’ll visit the Silk Museum to delve into this rich textile heritage and discover the intricate process of silk-making.

After checking in at your hotel, you’ll have a free evening to explore, followed by dinner at a local tavern.

Accommodation: 3-4* hotel

Activities:

• Licensed tour guide at the Archaeological Museum of Alexandroupoli (entrance fee included)
• Visit to the Silk Museum of Soufli (entrance fee included)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Then we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch at a nearby tavern.

Check-in to our hotel.

The rest of the afternoon is yours to explore, relax, or join an optional walking tour in Ano Poli, Thessaloniki’s charming old town with its winding streets and stunning views.

We’ll wrap up the evening with a delicious dinner.

Accommodation: 3-4* hotel

Activities:

• Visit to the Synagogue
• Optional walking tour in Thessaloniki’s Ano Poli

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After exploring this remarkable site we will head to Veroia, a city with deep-rooted Jewish heritage.

Veroia is where Apostle Paul preached to the Jewish community in the 1st century AD, making it a significant site for early Christianity. We’ll visit the Jewish quarter, Barbouta, known for its beautiful houses and the historic synagogue.

For lunch, we’ll dine in a lovely spot in the old city and during the afternoon you’ll have a wine-tasting experience as well.

We’ll return to Thessaloniki in the evening, where you’ll have a free night to unwind or explore the city at your own pace.

Accommodation: 3-4* hotel in Thessaloniki

Activities:

• City tour of Veroia
• Wine-tasting experience

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch