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The day has come to embark on a unique adventure! Get ready and hop into the van! Arrive at one of the most beautiful mountain destinations in Greece! Settle into the refuge, relax in its beautiful surroundings. Wake up in the morning, lace up your boots, and start one of the most beautiful hikes you’ve ever taken!
Pass by the cave and visit the impressive monastery, where you can meet the unique nun who resides there. Continue a bit further and visit the next shelter. It’s time to relax and enjoy a warm drink under the shade of the stunning peak. Reach the base of the 350-meter waterfall and feel the magic of nature! Observe the towering peaks around you and witness the grandeur of the wild nature unfolding with every step. Reach a unique viewpoint and experience the magic of nature. Return to where you started and take a rest. Εxplore the beautiful village of Melissourgoi or stay at the shelter and spend an evening filled with laughter, wine, and food!
Wake up the next morning and hop into the van! Reach the picturesque village of Kalarrytes and walk through the old trail to Syrrako! Take a stroll and sit in the square for a coffee. Come back and make a stop by the river for a snack, brew coffee in the coffee pot. Return to the village of Kalarrytes and visit Napoleon’s old cafe, enjoying local delicacies and, of course, the local tsipouro!
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The villages of Northern Tzoumerka are located in Central Pindus, between two rivers, the Arachthos and the Aspropotamos (Achelous). Tzoumerka forms the natural border between Epirus and Thessaly and is also known as Athamanian Mountains. The name Tzoumerka is believed to have Vlach origin, as ‘tzoum’ in Vlach means steep peak. The name Athamanian Mountains is attributed to King Athamas of Orchomenus in Boeotia. He sought refuge in these areas, escaping from his subjects. The locals proclaimed him their king, and Athamas united all the settlements in the region, creating the kingdom of the Athamanians.
The National Park of Tzoumerka, Peristeri, and Arachthos Gorge is an open terrestrial area of approximately 820 square kilometers. Its main purpose is the preservation of natural and cultural heritage, as well as wildlife, along with the development of activities, so that all characteristics, natural, historical, and cultural, of the protected area remain unaffected for future generations.
Within the National Park area, a significant expanse is protected based on existing national and European legislation, encompassing three areas that have been included in the European Ecological Network “Natura 2000.” The diversity of the region’s climate, combined with significant elevation differences and the intense variation in geomorphology, favors the development of valuable, rich, and in some cases, rare flora and fauna. The forests create landscapes of exceptional beauty, with the changing colors presented during the seasons. The fauna of the area is of particular interest as it hosts rare and protected species such as the wolf, bear, wild goat, eagle, otter, fox, and more.
We depart from Thessaloniki at 18:00 heading to the village of Melissourgoi. After approximately 4 hours, we arrive at the Melissourgoi Refuge. We will leave our stuff, enjoy a delicious meal, and relax in the beautiful lounge.
The second day, we will rise early in the morning, enjoy our breakfast, and prepare for a unique hike in one of the most beautiful places in Greece. We will start our hiking, surrounded by breathtaking views. We will pass by the Katsantonis cave and the Monastery of Agia Paraskevi. We will visit the monastery and the one and only nun who resides there. After that we will pass by the Pramanta Refuge to savor a hot beverage under Stroggoula’s summit. “Next, we will hike to the immense 350-meter-high waterfall of Kefalovryso. At some point, we will stop to cook in nature at a beautiful spot, gather strength, and return to the Melissourgoi Refuge to rest.
At night, we will have free time to visit the village of Melissourgoi or to stay at the refuge and have an unforgettable evening!
The next morning, after waking up and having our breakfast, we will pack our stuff and head to the beautiful Kalarrytes! There, we will hike the old trail towards Syrrako. It is a moderately difficult route with running waters and breathtaking views. Initially downhill, it becomes uphill later on. Once we reach Syrrako, we will take a stroll through the picturesque village and sit for a hot drink in one of the cafes on the square. Afterward, we will return to Kalarrytes through the same trail, making a stop by the river for a snack, and visit the well-known and old traditional cafe of Napoleon Zaglis, where we will enjoy local appetizers and, of course, the local tsipouro! After finishing our meal and filled with incredible memories from our adventure at Tzoumerka, we will board the van and take the road back to Thessaloniki!
Participation registration is completed by making a deposit of 70 euros either into the following Eurobank account:
ΙΒΑΝ: GR52 02600 14000 02702 01187 955
Beneficiary: VARVATIS DIMITRIOS MILTIADIS or through Iris Payments: 6978788183
(**The banking charges that can arise from depositing funds from another bank burden the customer.)
The deposit can be refunded until October 6, 2024. After this specific date, the deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable, except in the case of trip cancellation by the travel agency.
The remaining participation fee must be paid no later than October 11 , 2024. From October 11, 2024 onwards, no refunds or transfers to other trips are possible due to the scheduled expenses of the excursion.