Volos, Greece

Traditional Greek Villages & Archaeological Museum

Mt. Pelion and Ancient Sesklo Culture Visit the picturesque villages of beautiful Mt. Pelion and learn about Greece’s earliest civilizations. Take a short drive to the Archaeological Museum of Volos. See exhibitions of artifacts from the Sesklo culture, developed circa 6000 BC, including jewelry, household utensils and clay figurines. After this interesting visit, board your motor coach for a drive through the scenic Mt. Pelion region. This was the homeland of Chiron the Centaur, tutor of mythological heroes such as Achilles and Hercules. The diverse landscape is a mix of mountains falling precipitously toward the Aegean Sea and lush valleys covered with fruit trees, dense forests and abundant streams. Just outside Volos, you will pass by picturesque Anakasia, Katochori and Portaria. Perched on mountain slopes, these traditional villages feature many whitewashed, half-timbered stone houses. Arrive in beautiful Makrinitsa, where you will have free time to explore the traditional residences, small churches, cafés and scenic vistas at your leisure before returning to your ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and incl