3-Day Motorcycle Tour of Volos, Pelion and Euboea by BMW
About This Tour
Embark on a 3-day motorcycle tour from Athens to Volos, Pelion, and Euboea on a BMW rental bike with GPS-loaded points of interest. Ride to Volos to explore the...
Duration: 3 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Athens, Chalkis, Euboea, Volos · Languages: English, German, Italian
Know before you go: People between the ages of 22-70 years can participate.; All tours start and end at the tour provider's premises.; 700 EUR (Pax 1 person in a single room); 800 EUR (Pax 2 people sharing a double room)
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What's Included
- Use of a BMW rental motorcycle
- Use of a helmet for the duration of the tour
- GPS with POIs
- Accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis in a respected, centrally located hotel in the Pelion region
- Planning and organization of the tour
- All fees and taxes
Not Included
- Admission to points of interest
- Tolls, if applicable
- Refuelling
- Lunch, dinner, snacks, and beverages
- Tour guide
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Athens to Volos via Museum and Makrinitsa
Get acquainted with your BMW rental motorbike at the tour company's office. After a short briefing on the tour and itinerary, take off on your BMWs. All destinations and points of interest will be uploaded to the GPS that comes with the motorcycle. Follow the national road all the way to Volos. Follow the national road all the way to Volos. Stop at the Rooftile and Brickworks Museum N. & S. Tsalapatas, learn the history of this fully restored factory, and see how it has affected the economic life of the city. (Duration: 1 hour) Stop at the Rooftile and Brickworks Museum N. & S. Tsalapatas, learn the history of this fully restored factory, and see how it has affected the economic life of the city. (Duration: 1 hour) Go to Volos in the Magnesia region of Thessaly (Duration: 3 hours), and explore one of the largest and most attractive cities in Greece. This modern-day city, built near the site of ancient Iolcos, dominates the region of Magnesia from its position at the foot of Mount Pelion overlooking the Pagasetic Gulf. Go to Volos in the Magnesia region of Thessaly (Duration: 3 hours), and explore one of the largest and most attractive cities in Greece. This modern-day city, built near the site of ancient Iolcos, dominates the region of Magnesia from its position at the foot of Mount Pelion overlooking the Pagasetic Gulf. Indulge in Greek delicacies in the numerous tsipouradika. These little taverns offer meze-style dishes to accompany the local tsipouro, a strong distilled spirit containing 40-45% alcohol by volume and produced either from the pomace (the residue of the wine press) or from the wine after the grapes and juice have been separated. It comes in two types: pure and anise-flavoured. Indulge in Greek delicacies in the numerous tsipouradika. These little taverns offer meze-style dishes to accompany the local tsipouro, a strong distilled spirit containing 40-45% alcohol by volume and produced either from the pomace (the residue of the wine press) or from the wine after the grapes and juice have been separated. It comes in two types: pure and anise-flavoured. Stop at Makrinitsa, the balcony of the Pagasetic Gulf. Behold the spectacular views of the city of Volos and the sea, enjoy a local refreshment, witness the local Pelion architecture, and relax under the shade of the century-old tree. (Duration: 2 hours) Stop at Makrinitsa, the balcony of the Pagasetic Gulf. Behold the spectacular views of the city of Volos and the sea, enjoy a local refreshment, witness the local Pelion architecture, and relax under the shade of the century-old tree. (Duration: 2 hours)
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2Day 02
Pelion Scenic Ride through Tsagkarada, Milies and Portaria
Start the day by enjoying a truly spectacular motorcycle ride from Mount Pelion to the famous village of Tsagkarada. The route is truly unique, following spectacular tight twisty bends that lead you to some of the most beautiful beaches in the region: Mylopotamos, Papa Nero, and Ntamouhari. If weather permits, try one of the most refreshing swims of your life. (Duration: 3 hours) Start the day by enjoying a truly spectacular motorcycle ride from Mount Pelion to the famous village of Tsagkarada. The route is truly unique, following spectacular tight twisty bends that lead you to some of the most beautiful beaches in the region: Mylopotamos, Papa Nero, and Ntamouhari. If weather permits, try one of the most refreshing swims of your life. (Duration: 3 hours) Proceed to Milies, a unique village with splendid architecture and a magnificent old train station. Recently, the train service has been restored, and you may want to experience the route by hopping on for a train trip of a lifetime. (Duration: 3 hours) Proceed to Milies, a unique village with splendid architecture and a magnificent old train station. Recently, the train service has been restored, and you may want to experience the route by hopping on for a train trip of a lifetime. (Duration: 3 hours) Step inside Portaria, the cosmopolitan village of Pelion. It is filled with splendid cafes, restaurants, and taverns that offer excellent products and services. (Duration: 2 hours) Step inside Portaria, the cosmopolitan village of Pelion. It is filled with splendid cafes, restaurants, and taverns that offer excellent products and services. (Duration: 2 hours)
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3Day 03
Volos to Athens via Euboea and Khalkis
Start your journey via provincial and national roads to arrive in Glyfada, the harbour town in Fthiotida. Take the ferry and relax during this 30-minute crossing towards the island of Euboea in Agiokampos. (Duration: 45 minutes) Start your journey via provincial and national roads to arrive in Glyfada, the harbour town in Fthiotida. Take the ferry and relax during this 30-minute crossing towards the island of Euboea in Agiokampos. (Duration: 45 minutes) Follow a scenic motorcycle route that takes you to the beautiful Drimonas Waterfalls. Get refreshed if you dare to dive. If not, a nearby coffee house will allow you to relax, enjoy the scenery, and have a light brunch. (Duration: 2 hours) Follow a scenic motorcycle route that takes you to the beautiful Drimonas Waterfalls. Get refreshed if you dare to dive. If not, a nearby coffee house will allow you to relax, enjoy the scenery, and have a light brunch. (Duration: 2 hours) Take the road to Khalkis and witness the fantastic castle overlooking the city. Take the road to Khalkis and witness the fantastic castle overlooking the city. Behold the Evripos Bridge and a unique phenomenon where the waters change direction every six hours. Maybe this is the reason it is named the Behold the Evripos Bridge and a unique phenomenon where the waters change direction every six hours. Maybe this is the reason it is named the
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Athens, Greece · Tour start: Athens, Greece — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
