Since Greece is impressingly full with places to visit even in winter time, we will keep on amplifying our highlights’ list in order to travel you in the hidden, mountainous landscapes of scenic destinations!

KASTORIA

A truly magnificent geomorphology resulting in a picturesque settlement literally built on a slice of earth entering the lake! The settlement is considered to have been inhabited since the Neolithic period and the aura of the past mingles ideally with the essence of the present. The area’s highlight is the Fossilized Forest, featuring fossils of fish 15-20 million years old, the Byzantine Churches and Monasteries – real works-of-art – and the ski centre of Vigla. Find nearby the legendary mountain Vitsi or Verno, the protagonist of the Greek Civil War and a shelter for the brown bear. There you can visit Arktouros Park in Nimfaio Village and admire the grandiosity of this species under extinction and the efforts made by Arktouros Organization to keep them alive!

We suggest: for panoramic views try Limnaion Resort & Spa

METSOVO

The homeland of the exceptional Metsovone, a smoked and spicy cheese with unique flavour that cannot be compared to any other cheese, smoked or not! Metsovo, apart from its delectable variety in cheese production is a place of unmatched traditional and natural beauty. Located in Epirus region, Central Greece, nestled within the wild embrace of Pindos mountain range, Metsovo gives out a simplicity and grandiosity worthy of its tradition and history. You will surely enjoy the walks through the stone paved alleys, the mountain paths and, for gastronomy lovers, Metsovela cheese, kontosouvli (roasted pork meat on a spit), the local wine and homemade bread! Nature lovers should definitely visit the artificial lake of Aoos and Flegkas peak with its two small lakes.

We suggest: for a pleasant stay in a traditional ambience visit Hotel Kassaros.

OREINI KORINTHIA

Diversified landscapes of traditional villages, lakes, imposing mountains and fairytale forests compose the treasured contribution of Oreini Korinthia to the winter traveler’s wish-list! Oreini Korinthia is the perfect destination for a short weekend escape, as it is pretty near Athens. If your time plan allows more days in this charming area, have a tour throughout its extend and discover picturesque Feneos, cosmopolitan Trikala, traditional Gkoura and, of course, the Monastery of St. George offering a panoramic, breathtaking view to Doksa Lake situated right beneath it.

We suggest: for a comfortable and pleasant stay, choose Astra Hotel in charming Kastania.

TZOUMERKA MOUNTAIN

Maybe the less known area in Ioannina prefecture (central Greece), but one of the most beautiful places in Greece for a winter holiday. Nestled within gorges and imposing mountains, the traditional villages and settlements of Tzoumerka just call to be discovered! Each step you make will immerse you in the untouched, deep tradition of the area which is still alive while you will be able to enjoy various sports’ activities in the rivers of Arahthos and Kalaritikos. So, have a test of tradition combined with a contemporary touch in the scenic landscapes of Katarraktis, Agnanta, Pramanta, kalarites and Sirako villages, homes of the area’s tradition for silversmith techniques and silver jewelries.

We suggest: for a genuine experience of a traditional house in Tzoumerka choose Katogi Residencies

KSANTHI

Ksanthi is found on the north- eastern part of Macedonia, northern Greece, and it is divided into the New and the Old Town. We definitely suggest the Old Town for a walk among the traditional Macedonian Houses under the imposing shadow of the mountains dressed in magisterial firs’ forests! A n authentic travel back in time within paved alleys and remnants of the past: the Smoke Houses, the Folk Museum of Xanthi, the Municipal Gallery, and the absolute, unique flavor of Soutzouk Loukoum, a local sweet with roots in deep Asia!

If you happen to be in Ksanthi during the Carnival, you will have an unforgettable experience of fun, colours and tradition!

We suggest: for a pleasant stay in a fine ambience we suggest Hotel Nestos