Eleftheria Psoma: Tour Guide
Volos/Pelion/Meteora
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Hello, I am Eleftheria Psoma
My Tours The area of Thessaly is full of sights and natural views. Pick the tour which suits you and your friends, family or group. When planning, I always try to create quality tours that make you feel like a local. You can also contact me in order to plan a Tailor Made Tour specifically for you. The duration of the tour depends on you. It can last from 1 hour to several days. |
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1. Full Day Tour from Volos to Meteora Pass through the rocky cliffs of Meteora and watch the Christian monasteries on top. During the tour I will tell you about the history of the site, the geological phenomenon, Christian Orthodox Religion and the meanings-symbols behind the decoration and wall paintings of the central church. We will see the nuns and monks doing theirs everyday jobs like praying and welcoming the visitors. The first segment of the tour takes you on a 90 miles tour throughout the Thessalian flatland. The second segment takes place in Meteora. Visit the hidden monasteries at the foothills of Meteora and enter two monasteries. The monasteries are still active and six in total. We will choose them based on their opening days and hours. We will do frequent stops to see the rest from outside and of course take your photographs. Keep in mind your group will not join others! It's a private tour guided by me and we will be all together all the time. I am a licensed Tour guide, so I will be with you INSIDE and outside the monasteries! Contact me for more information |
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2.Meteora Half Day Tour from Kalabaka This tour is designed for the visitor who wants to visit Meteora away from the crowds in a private guided tour. For 4hours we will wander around the monasteries trying to figure out how the life was during 14th century. Feel the breeze and hear the bells of the communities. I will tell you about the history of the site, the geological phenomenon, Christian Orthodox Religion and the meanings-symbols behind the decoration and wall paintings of the central church. We will see the nuns and monks doing theirs everyday jobs like praying and welcoming the visitors. Visit the hidden monasteries at the foothills of Meteora and enter two or three monasteries. The monasteries are still active and six in total. We will choose them based on their opening days and hours. We will do frequent stops to see the rest from outside and of course take your photographs. Keep in mind your group will not join others! It's a private tour guided by me and we will be all together all the time. I am a licensed Tour guide, so I will be with you INSIDE and outside the monasteries! Contact me for more information |
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3. Volos City and Mount Pelion Highlights Tour Visiting Volos and Mount Pelion in the same day you can have a glimpse into the myths, tradition, gastronomy and grace of the area. Did you know that the Greek hero Jason was born in ancient Volos? The Expedition of Argonauts was started from here! Did you know that Centaurs lived in Mount Pelion or that the 12 Olympians used to move there to spend their summertime? Why the traditional houses of Makrinitsa still have bars in the outer side? Why all Greeks visit Volos in order to drink Tsipouro? What is the characteristic cuisine of the city? Ι will answer these and more questions during this tour. This tour is one of my favorite because combines two loves of mine, Archaeology and Tradition. Our first stop is the archaeological museum where we will stay for approximately 1hour. Don’t miss the chance to learn more about ancient Greece far away from the crowds. Then, you will reach the village of Makrinitsa. Admire the contrast between traditional and modern architecture. We will walk in the cobbled streets, drink fresh water from the drinking fountains and smell the nature! After the history, the tradition and the myths, food comes next to close your day with the best way. Taste the local drink "Tsipouro", a strong distilled spirit containing 40–45% alcohol by volume. If this is strong enough for you don’t worry! You will enjoy the appetizers (seafood, fish and salad). This is a Must-do experience in Volos! Contact me for more information |
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4.Moutzouris Train Tour The Moutzouris Train is one of the traditional trains of Greece and it is still in use! Become a passenger and enjoy the beauty of Mount Pelion. The running time is 1h 30m (including a 15m stop at the scenic station of Ano Gatzea, where coffee, local drink “tsipouro” and refreshments are available). When we get off the train at Milies station we continue our tour inside the village of Milies. Contact me for more information |
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5. Wine Tasting & Highlights of Meteora This tour is designed for the visitor who wants to visit Meteora and also taste local wine! Yes, the area is also famous for its wine! The surprise for you will be the Vineyards at the foothills of the rocks. We will pass through the rocky cliffs and watch the Christian monasteries on top. We will enter one monastery and see the rest monasteries from the outside. You will hear stories about the history, the geological phenomenon, Christian Orthodox Religion and the meanings-symbols behind the decoration and wall paintings of the central churches. We will see the nuns and monks doing their everyday jobs, praying and welcoming the visitors. After our tour in Meteora area we will visit one of the most famous Greek brands for wine but also for the original Greek alcoholic spirit, “Tsipouro”. They will show us their cellar, distillery and bottling line. Taste an exquisite variety of local wines and relax in the monastery dining tables (7 labels of local wine and 3 samples of Tsipouro). -Please note: The Winery is closed on Sunday. |
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6. Horseback riding, Walking & Food in Pelion Do you want to feel the Greek nature in the mythological kingdom of the Centaurs? Do you want to ride on a Thessalian Horse like Bucephalus, the horse of Alexander the Great? Do you want to taste the characteristic gastronomy of the region? We will visit one of the 24 villages of Mount Pelion and start our experience by doing a horseback riding. The route takes place through the forest by paths with streams, trees and landscapes in nature. The view to the nature and the mountain is amazing. After it we will relax in the central square under the shade of the trees. If you are interested in tasting, you can try our local Tsipouro, a strong distilled spirit containing 40-45% alcohol by volume. If this is strong enough for you don't worry! You will enjoy the appetizers (seafood, fish and salad). A Must-do experience! Before we leave we will walk in the traditional settlement with buildings and churches of the 18th c. Each of them has its own story to tell you but follow the architectural rules of the mountain. Please Note: The horse riding starts from the central square of the village and lasts up to 1. 30hours including a short lesson in basic safety. An experienced driver will escort you. They will offer you helmets. This activity is for small groups up to 3 people. If you are more, we can create 2 smaller groups. As you will be waiting you can drink a coffee or do a walk. This would be a private tour so we will adjust our day together based on your desires. |
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REVIEWS
"We did a 1/2 Day walking tour of Meteora with Eletheria on 24 July 2023. She was an excellent guide who was informative and
engaging. She was well prepared and able to answer all our questions. We really enjoyed the tour and got a great understanding of the area and it's history. We would highly recommend doing a tour with Eletheria!" Caterina Kn. Australia
"Our tour to Meteora with Eleftheria was wonderful. She was extremely responsive during the pre-booking phase and answered all my questions completely and promptly. The process to book her services was smooth and professional with no difficulties whatsoever. Confirmation on all the details for our rendezvous at the dock and the tour itself was quick and positive. Eleftheria was a joy to work with. Knowledgeable, considerate, and flexible. We all (6) had a wonderful trip!" Gregory V. United States "Eleftheria was great. Our time with her flew by because she was so interesting. I have bad knees so she tailored the monasteries we visited based on my agility to climb stairs. As a certified guide was able to enter the monastery and could provide a deeper understanding of what we were seeing. I highly recommend Eleftheria." Jennifer C. United States "Eleftheria did a wonderful job of showing us her city of Volos and the mountain town of Makrinitsa. She was very knowledgeable about the area, and her archeological background really brought the area's past to life. We only had a short time, but she made the most of it. Her driver and mini-van was clean and spacious for our group of 4. I highly recommend her if you are in the Volos area."Janet P. United States "A Day trip starting from Athens. Eleptheria was great, she made us see Meteora in a special way and focused our visit on what counted. Knowledgeable and experienced. Her driver whom we spent 7 hours in a car with was delightful and we enjoyed his insights and conversation." David M. United States |
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