Holidays in Greece: the benefits of a holiday on Mount Athos
Today, a large number of Ukrainians are thinking about organizing an exciting vacation, which involves not only visiting the beach and relaxing in the hotel bar. One of the most popular options is a tour to Athos, which can be selected on the FARVATER website. The popularity of holidays on Mount Athos, the spiritual center of Orthodox Greece, is due to the uniqueness of the place, the wide variety of hotels and luxurious nature. Therefore, many residents of Kyiv and other cities of Ukraine consider tours to Mount Athos in Greece as an alternative option for an all-inclusive holiday in Turkey and Egypt.
Reasons for the popularity of holidays on Mount Athos
A trip from Ukraine on holiday to Mount Athos is becoming an increasingly popular holiday option every year. Just a few years ago, only pilgrims bought trips to the Halkidiki peninsula, where the holy place is located, to Greece. Such a vacation was accompanied by a visit to the mountain in order to get closer to Christian shrines and live for some time in asceticism at the monastery. But today tours to Athos have become quite popular, as they provide the opportunity to enjoy at an affordable price:
- wonderful nature;
- clean beaches;
- the impeccable beauty of the landscapes;
- special atmosphere;
- the opportunity to touch a Christian shrine.
A trip to the holy mountain remains in the memory of many tourists who buy a ticket to one of the “fingers” of Halkidiki from Kyiv and other cities of Ukraine. On this part of the peninsula there are not as many apartments and hotels as on other “fingers”, but the exquisite landscapes quickly compensate for this situation.
Where to stay on Mount Athos: features of choosing a place to stay
You can buy tours to Greece to Mount Athos at an affordable price. When choosing a trip to the holy mountain, it is important to understand that entry directly into the territory of the monasteries and shrines is prohibited for tourists. Only pilgrims who have a special document in hand can obtain permission to enter the monastic republic.
It is separated from the secular part of Chalkidiki by special borders, which are very carefully guarded. You can get to the territory of the shrine only by sea ferry from the largest city of Ouranoupolis. When choosing a tour to Athos, it is recommended to choose villas, hotels or apartments that are located in the settlements:
- Nea Roda;
- Ouranoupolis;
- Ierissos, as well as surrounding settlements.
By giving preference to the hotel base in these cities, tourists from Kyiv and other cities of Ukraine can be sure that they will receive signature Greek hospitality, proximity to the shrine and affordable prices. In these settlements of Greece you can choose different hotels: from 5 stars to more modest apartments.
What types of recreation are available to tourists on Mount Athos?
A trip to Greece is an opportunity to enjoy the magnificent landscapes, take a break from the noisy metropolis and delve into your own thoughts. A tour to Athos allows you to “reboot” while walking along the Greek coast, inhaling the aroma of the sea breeze and the smell of pine needles.
By purchasing a ticket to Halkidiki at an affordable price, tourists can count on a wide variety of active recreation on the peninsula. Boat trips from Ouranoupolis around the holy mountain to the island of Amouliani are very popular. Local guides will definitely share amazing stories about local attractions and shrines.
