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From Thessaloniki: Day Trip to Kerkini Lake

Thessaloniki, Greece

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From Thessaloniki: Day Trip to Kerkini Lake

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Overview

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E-Ticket

What To Expect

This is a day trip to Lake Kerkini, one of the 10 most valuable wetland habitats in Greece with about 300 species of birds and rare animals. Among the many species, admire the beautiful flamingos and the magnificent buffalos. All these are combined with the wonderful view of Mount Beles and the majestic valley of Serres.

You depart to Kerkini Lake by bus at 8:00 AM. You reach the Dam of Kerkini Lake (Lithotopos area) and enjoy bird watching through the lake. The area for horse riding is situated next to the dam and you can enjoy a horse ride as long as the weather permits it.

Next, you have a hot cup of coffee and afterwards you make a stop at the farm, just some kilometers away, wihere the impressive buffalos will walk near to you. Later on, you move a bit further to Vironia village and enjoy your lunch in a traditional Greek tavern. You depart to Thessaloniki at about 2:00 PM taking the perimeter road of the west side of the lake.

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Important info

Not wheelchair accessible. Infants must sit on laps. Most travelers can participate. Our trip attendant-archaeologist shall wear clothing with the Ammon Express marking so that he/she will be recognisable easily. You should be at the departure point 10΄ before the time indicated in the schedule. The bus cannot remain at designated stops, except for boarding. Wear comfortable shoes to walk around the sights. In summer season bear in mind to have sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat. Please be consistent with the exact appointment times specified by the Ammon Express escort, so that the excursion will remain unforgettable to all participants. Have a nice trip and an unforgettable experience!. Don’t forget to share pictures and comments from your experience!. This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers. Confirmation will be received at time of booking

What's included

Round trip bus transportation to the Lake of Kerkini and Vironia village. Air-conditioned vehicle. English-speaking tour escort. Bus transportation insurance