Top Ioannina Bus Tours

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.

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 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!!!

Explore the traditional stone bridges of Zagori and enjoy a cool shower at the waterfall of Iliochori, on a magnificent off-road route with a cooking experience. An excursion with a 4×4 vehicle for lovers of off-road routes that includes many of the beautiful villages of Zagori and combines the traditional stone bridges with a unique experience in the forests and nature of Zagori.

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.

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.

This is the only tour from Ioannina to Meteora. Don't miss the chance to see and explore this unique Unesco Heritage Site and learn the stories of this mythical area from our local expert guide. See all 6 monasteries and visit 3 .

The vast mountains surrounding Ioannina are filled with surprises. One of the most beautiful is «the villages behind the mountains”. There you can find 46 villages of incomparable beauty, drowned in vegetation. Stone is everywhere too, either as a part of the scenery or by human creation.

Moments of relaxation and exceptional observation, in a place of wild natural beauty. Images of enchanting landscapes, deep canyons, rushing waters and adrenaline. Old mansions, narrow stone streets, fountains, watermills, bridges at the top of the «Pindos» mountain range.

Discover the European Caribbean Sea or The Ionian fjord! Blue and green, is the main reason why Syvota is considered as one of the most exotic destinations within Greece; lacy shores, luscious green islets, long sheltered beaches with crystal clear waters and secret coves, are just some of the settlement’s characteristics that nature has open handedly offered. It is a must destination for all. At a short distance from the coast you’ll find the small islands of Mavro Oros (meaning Black Mountain) Agios Nikolaos, Mourtemeno as well as other smaller islets. Syvota is a pole attraction for the visitors from all over the world. It is gifted by the nature and it can be unforgettable to everyone.

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