Saturday, day 1 - ARRIVAL AND TRANSFER

After your arrival at the Plataria Palace we will greet you with a welcome drink. Before the enjoyable dinner at Plataria Palace we will talk about the upcoming week.

 

Sunday, day 2 - ARRIVE - ENJOY

On the first day, after a good breakfast, we take a long walk to explore the beautiful town of Plataria. Just arrive and relax. In the afternoon, with a good coffee and a piece of cake, we will tell you interesting facts about the history and culture of northwest Greece. In the evening we go to a nearby, traditional ouzerie tavern, for a joint ouzo and then dinner.

 

Monday, day 3 - WINE TOUR TO THE MOUNTAINS OF EPIRUS

First of all, we fortify ourselves with breakfast.

Then it goes by bus to the mountains of Epirus, where the good Greek wines are made. We take a look at a beautiful wine cellar and try some good wines. In the evening we enjoy a delicious meal in the Plataria Palace.

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Tuesday, day 4 - EXCURSION TO PARGA

After breakfast we drive to the ancient Greek village of Parga. We enjoy the beautiful little streets and the picturesque harbor of Parga on a walk.

In the afternoon we drive to the mountain village of Perdika, where we have a fine dinner in the top restaurant "Krabbe" in the evening.

 

Wednesday, day 5 - EXCURSION TO DODONI AND IOANNINA

After a good breakfast we take the bus to the ancient theater of Dodoni.

The archaeological site is one of the oldest oracles in Greece.

The Dodoni Theater is one of the largest ancient theaters in all of Greece. We enjoy Greek mythology a little.

Then it continues to the beautiful city of Ioannina. It is the capital of the Greek province of Epirus. Around Lake Pamvotis there are a lot of interesting buildings, small shopping streets and nice cafes and restaurants. After a walk through the city center and a cafe near the lake, take the bus back to Plataria. In the evening we enjoy a fine meal in the Plataria Palace.

 

Thursday, day 6 - GOAT'S MILK AND CHEESE

First we visit a goat farm near the village of Paramithia, where we can watch and try the preparation of the typical feta cheese. With a glass of Retsina, we enjoy the freshly prepared cheese together with fresh bread.

In the evening we meet for dinner in a fine fish restaurant in Plataria.

 

Friday, day 7 - HIKING AND BARBECUE

Today it is in the mountainous landscape around Plataria. On our hike we enjoy the spectacular views over the light blue shimmering sea.

During the hike, our hiking guide will teach us the secrets of herbalism. It will explain the benefits and effects of the different herbs that we find on our hiking trail.

After the hike, we prepare for a romantic barbecue evening, which we will organize near the sea. (Weather permitting). We spoil our palates with fresh seafood, meat and vegetables.

 

Saturday, day 8 - DEPARTURE AND TRANSFER

A wonderful week comes to an end. We will take you back to the place where you will be leaving. Until then we can enjoy the mild autumn sun of Greece.