Mount Athos tour
Mount Athos is an autonomous, self-governed part of the Greek Republic and lies on the Athos Peninsula of Halkidiki, Macedonia.
On the Athos peninsula, 20 monasteries of varying ages function as religious communities. You will find no asphalt roads here; instead there is an extended network of forest trails and paths connecting the monasteries.
Whether you knock on a monastery door as an explorer or pilgrim, you’ll find a warm welcome, humble lodgings and surprisingly tasty food. Yet, meals occur at odd hours, dependent on prayers and religious duties.
During the times where you won’t be following the prayers, you can be worshipping nature instead, by discovering the unique beauty of this corner of Greece. Walk to the next monastery along paths that pass through places of unbelievable natural beauty and rare flora and fauna. Or you may choose to assist the monks in their daily tasks with stunning Macedonian nature as a backdrop.