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Epirus, Central & Northern Greece

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Epirus is a rugged, mountainous region in northwestern Greece, bordered by Albania to the north and the Ionian Sea to the west, while Central and Northern Greece encompass dramatic landscapes ranging from the plains of Thessaly to the peaks of the Pindus mountain range. The area is renowned for its dramatic scenery, including the UNESCO-listed Meteora rock formations topped with ancient monasteries, the wild Vikos Gorge — one of the deepest in the world — and the historic city of Ioannina on the shores of Lake Pamvotis. Travellers come here for hiking, white-water rafting, and exploring traditional stone villages like those of the Zagori region. The cooler, less-touristed north appeals to those seeking authentic Greek culture, Byzantine heritage, and outdoor adventure away from the crowded island circuit.

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Epirus, Central & Northern Greece · 9 days

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Self-Launched Greece: UNESCO Sites & Ancient Wonders Loop from Igoumenitsa

A self-launched 9-day loop through mainland Greece covering Parga, Arta, the Messolonghi lagoons, Nafpaktos, Delphi, Hosios Loukas, Thermopylae, Meteora, Larissa, Mount Olympus' foothills, Vergina and Ioannina — the same route Monterrasol Travel runs as a private guided tour, but done on intercity KTEL buses, local trains and shared taxis. You book your own guesthouses and hostels, use self-guided audio tours and site tickets at each archaeological site, and eat in tavernas rather than a set tour menu. Expect a fraction of the £4,300+ operator price — roughly £1,100–1,250 all-in for 9 days, including food and site entry.

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