Get the opportunity to discover the Emerald Island. Learn about ancient Thassos by visiting the archaeological museum of Thassos and the ancient market place.
Here you can enjoy the refreshing view from the old port and see Kalogeriko, the most famous traditional house built from wood and stone. Afterwards you will visit the picturesque village Panagia, which is known for its quaintness and old fashion style and the beautiful church that is dedicated to Virgin Mary. Here you have the chance to visit the Thassos Olive Oil museum of Sotirelis family. Olive oil has been produced at this family-owned factory for four generations. The press was driven by water power, but nowadays the main factory is powered by electricity. Though, the watermill is still working - the only one still functional in Greece - and can be seen in operation.
Visit the peninsula of Aliki see the ancient ruins of a 7th Century BC sanctuary as well as early Byzantine Christian churches overlooking the beautiful beaches. Also visit the self-sufficient monastery of Archangel Michael which has a breath-taking view of the Aegean and an imposing atmosphere. On a clear day, you can see the Mount Athos the most sacred mountain in the Greek Orthodox world.