Discover Alistrati Cave and Aggitis Canyon Private Day Tour from Thessaloniki

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Discover Alistrati Cave and Aggitis Canyon Private Day Tour from Thessaloniki

Alistrati Cave delivers one of Europe’s most spectacular underground landscapes, enriched with mythology and a cutting‑edge visitor experience.
Right next door, the Aggitis River and Gorge offer fresh-air adventure amid towering cliffs and lush nature.
Together, they make for a compelling and unforgettable journey in Northern Greece.

WHY YOU SHOULD BOOK THIS EXPERIENCE?
Ideal For …
• Travelers who love geology & natural history, seeking rare formations and endemic fauna.
• Story & myth enthusiasts intrigued by the legend of Persephone and the Gates of Hades.
• Families, solo adventurers, and photographers (outside the cave) looking for a unique natural spectacle matched with active outdoor fun.
• Anyone wanting a refreshing day away from the heat and bustle—cool inside the cave, active in the gorge.
Best Time to Book: All seasons.

Discover Alistrati Cave and Aggitis Canyon Private Day Tour from Thessaloniki

What To Expect

1. Cave of Alistrati
   Get ready to be amazed!!! Alistrati Cave, is one of the most spectacular caves in Europe and a must-visit for nature-loving travelers. Explore a 3 km labyrinth of corridors and chambers (about 1 km open to visitors), featuring towering stalactites, stalagmites, draperies, soda-straws, aragonite crystals, and rare helictites that defy gravity. Enter through the 8 m‑high antechamber into a grand hall where formations like “The Flames” rise nearly 35 m. Home to an endemic 3 mm isopod, Alistratia beroni, along with bats and diverse cave organisms found nowhere else. A flat, paved walkway makes the cave wheelchair- and pushchair-friendly. Toured with knowledgeable guides that last around 60 minutes. Photography inside the cave is not allowed to preserve the delicate environment. The cave maintains a steady temperature of around 17–20 °C with humidity 70–75% year-round.
2. Aggitis Canyon
   Aggitis Canyon Gorge The river carves a dramatic 15 km gorge between Mounts Menikio and Falakro, characterized by vertical cliffs up to 80 m, lush riverside flora (willows, poplars, laurels), and rich wildlife including raptors and migratory birds. A popular rafting and kayaking destination, with routes suited for both beginners and seasoned paddlers—all within the gorge’s dramatic rock walls. Trails such as the 5.5 km Alistrati–Symvoli Dam hike offer a scenic stroll along the river through forests and across bridges toward the nearby Alistrati Cave
3. The Cave of river Aggitis
   Aggitis Cave holds a unique place among European caves, housing a living underground river and immense geological formations. The surrounding gorge adds outdoor adventure options like hiking and rafting, enriched by local myths tying the landscape to ancient Greek legends. Together, they make for a memorable excursion in the Drama region. Greece’s longest and largest river cave (total length over 21 km) and the only one of its kind in the country. Around 500 m are accessible to visitors. Explored historically in the 1950s and more scientifically from 1978 onward, reaching around 500 m inside today. Inside, a raised footpath guides visitors above the flowing river, amid dramatic stalactites—some nearly 2 m in diameter that touch the water’s surface—vividly colored by minerals like iron, manganese, and copper. The “Hall of the Wheel”, a vaulted chamber roughly 40 m wide and up to 15 m high, features an old hydraulic wheel once used to irrigate local tobacco fields. Open year‑round.

Indicative Itinerary 

• 09:00 > Pick-up from your location in Thessaloniki
• 11:00 > Visit Alistrati Cave
• 13:00 > Visit Aggitis Canyon
• 14:00 > Visit the River Cave of Aggitis
• 15:00 > Lunch Break (optionally)
• 16:30 > Departure to Thessaloniki
• 19:00 > Arrival Time to Thessaloniki

INCLUDED

• Pick up and drop off service from your hotel in Thessaloniki
• Transportation by Luxury vehicles
• Entrance fees (wherever it is required)
• Professional English-speaking Driver
• Wi-Fi on board (free)
• Bottle of water and coffee during the route (free)
• After the trip you will receive edited photos and a small video of your trip.

NOT INCLUDED

• Gratuities (optional)
• English Speaking Licensed Guide
• Lunch or dinner cost

Discover Alistrati Cave and Aggitis Canyon Private Day Tour from Thessaloniki

• Participants under the age of 12 must have a parent or guardian.
• There are many sights worth seeing but a day trip is not enough to visit all of them, before starting the trip we will present to you all possible sights to choose what you are more interest for.
• There are many beautiful sights. You are encouraged to bring a camera along. But if you don’t… we have a camera for you!
• Weather will not affect the operation of the tours.
• However if canceled due to unfavorable weather conditions, you will be given the option of an alternative date
• Pick up from your hotel in Thessaloniki
• Departure time: 09:00 am
• Duration: 10 hours (approx.)
• Return details: Returns to original Pick up point

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