Thessaloniki: Ancient Pella & Nature Escape Small Group

Thessaloniki, Greece
Duration5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 18 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Travel from Thessaloniki on a small-group shore excursion to Ancient Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great and ancient capital of the Macedonian Kingdom. Explore the archaeological site with a licensed guide and discover royal buildings, courtyards, and some of the finest pebble mosaics of the ancient world. Continue to the museum to admire artifacts, sculptures, and everyday objects that reveal the history and legacy of Macedonia. Enjoy a comfortable experience designed for cruise passengers with return transportation to Thessaloniki Port.

Options

Shared Group Tour

Shared Group Tour : Join other travelers on a scheduled departure. Standard itinerary and timing, with a shared group.
Pickup included

Private Tour

Exclusively for your party. Enjoy a flexible itinerary, private guide, and personalized pace.
Pickup included

What's included

  • Professional, licensed English-speaking guide
  • Round-trip transportation from and to Thessaloniki Port
  • Designed exclusively for cruise passengers
  • Small Group Size - max. 18 pax
  • Guaranteed return to your ship
  • Port Pick up & Drop off

What to expect

  1. Archaeological Site at Pella
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Travelers will explore the birthplace of Alexander the Great with a guided visit to both the Archaeological Site of Pella and the Pella Museum. Walking among the remains of royal courtyards, public buildings, and ancient streets, guests gain insight into daily life in the capital of the Macedonian Kingdom. The highlight of the site is its remarkable pebble mosaics—among the finest preserved in Greece—depicting mythological scenes and revealing the artistic sophistication of ancient Macedonia.
  2. Archaeological Museum of Pella
    50m · Admission ticket included
    Inside the modern museum, visitors encounter sculptures, pottery, tools, and personal objects uncovered in Pella, bringing the ancient city vividly to life. Exhibits trace the rise of Macedonia under Philip II and the early years of Alexander the Great, offering context to the ruins seen outside. With your licensed guide, history becomes a narrative of kings, conquests, and culture, transforming Pella from an archaeological site into a living chapter of Greek heritage.
  3. Aravissos' Natural Springs
    50m
    Relax in a peaceful natural setting surrounded by greenery and spring waters, with free time for coffee or lunch.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your tour departs just outside the cruise terminal, a few meters from the ship’s gangway. After disembarkation, please follow the signs to the terminal exit, where your local representative will be waiting.
They will be holding a clearly visible “Avalon Travel” sign so you can recognize them immediately.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The driving time from the Thessaloniki Cruise Terminal to the Ancient Pella and return is approx. 1 h & 30min
  • This tour involves moderate walking, with a mix of paved paths, uneven surfaces, and gentle inclines. The archaeological site features gravel and stone pathways, so comfortable, non-slip footwear is recommended.
  • Suggested Clothing : Comfortable Walking Shoes, light, breathable clothing during warm weather, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
  • All entrance fees to the archaeological site and museum are included
  • Important: This is a shared small group tour. A private tour option is available and must be selected at the time of booking. Upgrades or changes on the day of the tour are not possible.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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