Top Ioannina Day Trips

Let’s find out how to travel off the beaten path in Central Zagori villages. An amazing viewpoint of Vikos gorge, the stone forest, several villages and lots of stone bridges, an old monastery at the cliffs of Vikos gorge with handmade paintings on wood, a museum of handmade clothes and carpets, single or three arched stone bridges, the longest stone steps route in Greece (1350 approximately and 25 turns) which was the only way to connect villages at the area, while enjoying local recipes or pies under a maple tree and finally a short brake to a monument dedicated to the brave women of Pindos range!!!

Between the rugged cliffs of the Vikos Gorge and the charming stone villages of Zagori, the countryside around Ioannina offers spectacular views. Savor them on this private guided tour direct from your Ioannina hotel, with lunch included and photos provided. You’ll visit the villages of Monodendri, Vitsa, and Papingko, see the Vikos Gorge from Aristi Bridge and the Oxya Viewpoint, admire the Agia Paraskevi Monastery and the Stone Forest, and more.

Zagori is a cluster of more than forty villages made up of stone buildings drawn from local sources. Nestled among limestone mountains and deep river canyons, this stunning area offers a private tour experience. Leave from West Zagori with hotel pickup before stopping at River Voidomatis for an optional swim in the icy cold water. Head into the mountains to visit the Papigo villages and admire the deep Vikos Canyon.

Get out of the city and discover the beauty of historic Zagori with this half day tour. Arrive at the stone forest of Monodentri to admire the limestone structures intertwined with strong oak and maple trees. Visit the region's famous stone arc bridges that allowed ancient travelers to navigate rivers . Highlights include the bridge of Kokkori, Plakidas, Lazaridi and Skalopatia Vradeto.

Tzoumerka villages is an area of unique natural beauty, located in the heart of Tzoumerka mountain range (Athamanian Mountains) and Arachthos valley and gives visitors innumerable opportunities, as far as alternative tourism is concerned. Natural, cultural, architectural and religional monuments of supreme aesthetics and historical value await for visitors, who can simultaneously engage in various country activities

Startlingly photogenic, the Zagori area includes 46 villages and countless stone bridges, making it a photographer’s dream but a researcher's nightmare. Hit the essential highlights on this private guided tour direct from your Ioannina hotel. You’ll visit Monodendri, the Papigko villages, and the Papingo Rock Pools, grab photos of the Vikos Gorge from Aristi Bridge and the Oxya Viewpoint, and see the Stone Forest and Kokkori Bridge.

Let’s discover Central Zagori area and enjoy swimming at an amazing waterfall. Our day is a combine tour which includes, hiking, swimming and sightseeing tour in Central Zagori area

Mountain roads can make reaching Meteora from Ioannina a bracing drive. Leave it to the experts when you book this full-day tour. You’ll visit three of the monasteries (itinerary varies according to the day of the week) and a number of viewpoints. Your package excludes entrance fees but includes a driver/guide: Upgrade for a certified guide to accompany you inside the monasteries and explain the history and religion.