11 day itinerary for Haldiki

Itinerary

Here's a suggested itinerary for your 11-day trip to Halkidiki:

Day 1: Arrival in Thessaloniki

• Check into your hotel in Thessaloniki
• Take a stroll around the city center and visit the White Tower, the symbol of Thessaloniki
• Enjoy a traditional Greek dinner at one of the local tavernas

Day 2: Exploring Thessaloniki

• Visit the Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki to learn about the city's history
• Walk through the Ano Poli (Upper Town) neighborhood and admire the traditional architecture
• Visit the Byzantine churches of Thessaloniki, including the famous Hagia Sophia

Day 3: Day trip to Mount Olympus

• Rent a car and drive to Mount Olympus, the highest mountain in Greece
• Hike to the summit or take a guided tour to explore the mountain's flora and fauna
• Visit the archaeological site of Dion, an ancient city at the foot of Mount Olympus

Day 4: Beach day in Kassandra

• Check into your hotel in Kassandra, the westernmost peninsula of Halkidiki
• Spend the day at one of the stunning beaches, such as Sani Beach or Kallithea Beach
• Enjoy a seafood dinner at a local taverna

Day 5: Cultural sites in Kassandra

• Visit the ancient city of Mendi, located on the southern tip of Kassandra
• Explore the traditional village of Afytos and its stone houses and narrow streets
• Visit the Folklore Museum of Athitos to learn about the local culture and traditions

Day 6: Day trip to Sithonia

• Drive to the eastern peninsula of Sithonia and visit the traditional village of Nikiti
• Spend the day at one of the secluded beaches, such as Kriaritsi Beach or Kalamitsi Beach
• Visit the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian, located on the southern tip of Sithonia

Day 7: Beach day in Sithonia

• Spend the day at one of the stunning beaches in Sithonia, such as Trani Ammouda Beach or Agios Ioannis Beach
• Enjoy a traditional Greek lunch at a beachside taverna

Day 8: Cultural sites in Sithonia

• Visit the ancient city of Toroni, located on the southern tip of Sithonia
• Explore the traditional village of Parthenonas and its stone houses and cobbled streets
• Visit the Byzantine Tower of Ouranoupolis, located on the northern tip of Sithonia

Day 9: Beach day in Kassandra

• Return to Kassandra and spend the day at one of the stunning beaches, such as Pefkochori Beach or Possidi Beach
• Enjoy a sunset cocktail at a beachside bar

Day 10: Cultural sites in Kassandra

• Visit the ancient city of Aphytos, located on the northern tip of Kassandra
• Explore the traditional village of Kassandreia and its stone houses and narrow streets
• Visit the Sanctuary of Ammon Zeus, an ancient temple located on the eastern coast of Kassandra

Day 11: Departure

• Check out of your hotel and drive back to Thessaloniki
• Spend some time exploring the city before departing for your next destination.