The Salonica View team organizes a one-day excursion with hiking and diving in the Baths of Metamorphosis in Vermio, Naoussa.
A few words about our excursion:
at a distance of about an hour and a quarter from Thessaloniki near the forest and agricultural lands of the communities of Giannakochori and Rodochori of the prefecture of Imathia, we come across the settlement of Metamorphosis, a village at 1000m. altitude a few kilometers away from 3-5 Wells. Our hike will be in lush forest, among tall beech trees with crystal pedestals and their magnificent waterfalls. As many as those who wish will be able to swim.
First we will start our hike on the path until we reach the small church of Metamorphosis. Then, after crossing the beautiful wooden bridge, we will reach the first podium with its waterfall in the kitchen area of the rebels.
We will then arrive at the galley where we will have the opportunity to see the tunnel that the British train Decauville used to go through, transporting timber until 1921. From there we will hike to the remaining 4 pedestals, Nefeli, Erato, Callisto and Koronida.
After the end of our hike we will board the bus and head to Saint Nikolaos Naoussa and have free time for food and coffee. From there, after a day full of wonderful memories, we will make our way back to our beautiful Thessaloniki!
Vermium:
Vermio is a mountain range of Macedonia. In the past it was also called Doxa. It occupies part of the prefecture of Imathia, the prefecture of Kozani and the prefecture of Pella. Its highest peak has an altitude of 2,065 meters and is located near Naoussa. In Vermio there are mainly firs, chestnuts, hemlocks, beeches, pines and holly trees. Peach, apple and cherry trees are also cultivated at low altitudes. We can also see orchids, elderberry, white tea and chamomile. At lower altitudes we find cranberries, blackberries, vatsinis and the legendary Naoussa nine-leaf clovers which grow in the area of Sasiaki and Gournosovo.
Hiking Features:
Hiking duration: 4.00 - 4.30 hours with stops
Distance: 8 km (crossing)
Altitude difference: 210m.
Difficulty level: 2+ (easy - moderate route)
** Relatively good physical condition is required
*** Suitable for children: 12+ (must be accompanied by an adult)
Cost of participation:
25 euros / person by bus.
The price includes:
- Escort and organization
- Experienced mountain guides
- Transportation by bus
- First aid kit
- VHF wireless
- VAT
ATTENTION!!! Payment of the full amount is made to the bank accounts below within 4 days of your reservation. Otherwise, the booking is cancelled.
Piraeus Bank IBAN GR41 0172 2220 0052 2209 3179 693 (Beneficiary: ANDREAS TSAGARIS)
IBAN of National Bank GR2701102230000022300527524 (Beneficiary: TSAGARIS ANDREAS)
*** In case the payment is made by a bank other than the above, the customer must pay the additional cost.
You must have with you:
- Mountaineering boots
- Hiking pants or leggings
- Second top, socks, trousers and a small towel (change)
- Snack
- Water
- Backpack
- Waterproof jacket (required)
- Tissues
- Trekking Pole (optional)
- Camera (optional)
- Swimsuit and towel
- *** Second socks, there is a high chance they will get wet.
Note 1. When you click to book, state in the message where you will take the bus from. The options are Voulgari (Everest), Aristotelous (Statue of Venizelos) or One Salonica. E.g. Statue of Venizelos
Note 2. In case of cancellation of the event due to bad weather conditions, the excursion is moved to another date. Participants unable to participate on that date will be refunded. However, if again the weather conditions do not allow the event to take place, the event is permanently canceled and everyone is refunded. In case of cancellation by the participants, 7 days or less before the date of the event, the money is not returned.
Note 3. Photographic material is shared on our page and social media after each event. By participating in a Salonica View event, you also accept the sharing of photos. Otherwise, please let us know.
Note 4. For the best functioning of the event and for safety reasons, participants must comply with the instructions of the attendants.
08:00 - Departure by bus from Eastern Thessaloniki (Voulgari - Everest)
08:15 – Departure from Thessaloniki (Venizelos Statue – Aristotelous Square)
08:30 - Departure from West Thessaloniki (One Salonica)
10:00 – Arrival at the starting point of the hike
14:15 - End of hike
15:00 - Free time for coffee and food in Saint Nikolaos Naoussa
16:15 – Departure for Thessaloniki
18:00- Possible return time to Thessaloniki