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Ipsarion Adventure
Activities
Thassos, Greece
4.4/5
Free Cancellation
Language:
English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 8 Hours
Do this because
A 4x4 journey through Thassos, exploring rugged trails, mountain roads, and rustic villages await
The secluded Panagouda Monastery offers insights into Monk Epifanios' 30 years of solitude
A trip up Mount Ipsarion, the island's highest peak, is ideal to take in striking views
You'll get a unique tour designed exclusively by TUI, blending nature, culture, and local character
Your expert local guide shares unrivalled knowledge of Thassos and its monastic heritage
What to expect
Climb into a comfy 4x4 with A/C and head off the beaten track into the rugged interior of Thassos. This is where the island sheds its beachside polish and reveals something wilder, rocky trails, dense forests, and pockets of rustic tradition. As the road climbs, you'll pass remote hamlets and mountain slopes with views that stretch far across the island. Local guide, Tina, say, "Your first stop is Kastro, a sleepy hilltop village that feels like it's been forgotten by time. Wander narrow stone lanes, visit the old church, and take in the raw, authentic charm of this hidden gem. Next, head to Panagouda Monastery, quietly nestled in the hills. It's home to Monk Epifanios, who's lived here alone for over 30 years. The setting is tranquil, stripped-back, and deeply rooted in the island's spiritual rhythm.Then it's up to Ipsarion, Thassos' highest peak at 1204 meters. The summit offers wide, open views across the island, the sea, and even the mainland on a clear day. On the way back down, stop for a simple snack among the trees. Finish the day with a visit to Maries Village, where you can stroll through quiet streets and relax in the main square, maybe catching the soft light of sunset before heading back.
What's included
Transport
Guide
Snack
What to remember
Bring sunscreen
Bring a hat
Bring suitable footwear
Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
Not suitable for wheelchairs
Bring money for extras or gratuities
Drinks not included
Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
Provider
tui-supplier+tui-hellas-ae@musement.com
Booking Fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation Fee
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins
Where
Pickups are available from selected hotels in the following resorts:AstrisGlykadiGolden BeachLimenariaPotosPrinosRachoniSkala PotamiasThassos KalirachiThassos Town
Reviews
great
4.4/5
Based on
27 reviews from verified customers
K
Kat
May 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
Alone
- 39 years old
Average
The day and guide were great but it was the duration of the stops, it felt like we were permanent rushed along at the best points and not enough time to enjoy them. Especially at the top of the Mountain and Lake Marion. More time at these locations would have been good as it took half the day getting up there and only about 30mins at the destination. An opportunity to stop for a drink would have been good too.
R
Roger
September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
Excellent
Guide was very knowledgeable plenty of water, more to eat at lunchtime would have been nice perhaps fruit as well
S
Sue
September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 43 years old
Excellent
N
Nancy Williams
August 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 32 years old
Excellent
Absolutely loved this trip, probably more enjoyable if you get to sit in the front seat. It is very bumpy and you do get thrown about a bit. But the views from the top of the mountain are well worth it.
A
Ali H
June 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
With family
- 45 years old
Great
Great guide, and loved the trip up the mountain. But we were disappointed that we couldn't get into the monastery as this was our secondary reason for opting for this trip. The watermill stop was fine, but an hour there was too long because if you don't want a drink there's nothing else to do. Also it would have been nice if the snack provided was more traditional/local.
T
The Jones'
October 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 38 years old
Average
Vehicles should only accommodate 4 adults.Seats in the boot don't offer enough room, knees bang & rub on seats in front, feet scrunched up with nowhere to go. It's extremely uncomfortable.The waterfall is very much a let down. Drive up the mountain is long & v. uncomfortable. We only stayed 10 minutes after an hour in the car to have another hour back down. The monestary was interesting & worth a visit. The village was lovely, it would have been nice to stop there for lunch. Guide was 5*
A
Andrea
August 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as
With family
- 24 years old
Excellent
Our guide Ben was amazing full of information and fun. We visited some beautiful sites with Ipsarion and theologos as a highlight
T
Two Sussex Oldfies
May 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 50 years old
Excellent
This tour was fine which we shared with 3 German people but the driver translated the language very well indeed. He was a fine driver and we felt very safe and secure with him.
P
Poorly put together
May 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 48 years old
Average
Nice to get out and about, we were asked to change our date , no problem, on the day everyone else was German, nice people but language barrier, water fall a disappointment, monastery closed trip to quarry no information, lunch a roll and bottle of water, lots of standing around with no information.
G
Gail
September 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With friends
- 40 years old
Average
Better if number of passengers limited to 4 as rear boot seat was too small for adults for such a drive. Be prepared to swap around! Fantastic views, exhilarating ride, very bumpy indeed, with great entertainment at last stop off tavern. If a vegetarian, make sure you inform of dietary needs beforehand for your roll. Waterfall & lake was disappointing tbh, certainly not suitable for entering water. No need for swimming stuff, but should advise taking sensible walking shoes. A fun day.
K
Kaz
September 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 44 years old
Excellent
Overall the trip was excellent, but we only drove past the lake and didn't see any waterfalls. The only downside was having 6 in the vehicle which meant that we had to take turns in the very back with very uncomfortable seat/cushion no leg room and limited view (more like sitting in a boot). Maybe the Tui Manager that made the decision that the vehicles take 6 people should try sitting in the back seat for 2 hours+.
A
Allijc
September 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 39 years old
Excellent
Very enjoyable day. Small group was a bonus as felt like a private tour (just 4 in our jeep). Visited Kastro Village, the Monastery and the top of Mount Ipsarion. Great to get off the beaten track and see the interior of the island. Dominic our guide and Fanny our driver made our day. Both were so knowledgeable, enthusiastic and friendly. Fanny was such a careful driver and made us feel safe. Would definitely recommend this trip.
L
Lizzie f
September 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 46 years old
Average
Guide overall informative but it would have useful to know itinerary at the start of the day. Monasterie we were due to visit was closed so no toilet break for over 6 hours. The vehicle was old and worn so not so comfy. Engine warning light was on! Thought we were going to visit Maries lake but only drove past. Taken to a taverna in Maries for nearly an hour but not told how long we were going to stay.Told to bring swimming gear but no swim stop. Saw a good amount of the island. Overall worth it
K
Keith
August 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With family
- 41 years old
Excellent
Overall excellent. Our guide (Dominic) was very friendly and knowledgeable. Our day included a hillside village, a monastery, the peak of Mount Ipsarion (stunning views) a small lake and waterfall (no swimming) then a quick drink stop at another village. This was our 1st holiday on Thassos and thought it would be a good way to see some of the island. In fact we saw most of it. The car was comfortable but the back seats are a bit cramped for 2 adults. We booked through the app as it was cheaper.
A
Andrew
July 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 40 years old
Excellent
Great guide, fun with local knowledge. As a tourist you would get to see this side of thasos, amazing views from the top of the Ipsarion mountain. We were told to bring our swimming gear but didn’t stop to bathe, not an issue it’s in the itinerary. Great day out
H
Humps
July 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With family
- 48 years old
Excellent
This trip took us to places we would not have been able to see in another vehicle. The guide was friendly and knowledgeable. We got a real sense of different aspects of the island.
C
Caffery family
July 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With family
- 31 years old
Great
Really good experience we were the only family in our jeep, driver could answer all our questions, the drive was exciting, the view at the top of the mountain was incredible. The monastry was interesting and beautiful, tip is go to the loo there. The sandwich was more than adequate. We really enjoyed this trip.
T
Tracey Jose
July 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 26 years old
Excellent
We enjoyed the whole day and visiting kastro was amazing . The views were awesome, just brilliant x
S
Steve
July 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 30 years old
Excellent
Guide was very friendly, knowledgeable, and drove with consideration for her passengers. Lovely itinerary with clear communication about where we were going and what to expect. Thanks Barbara!
F
First-time Thassos traveller
July 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 39 years old
Great
Our driver was excellent, full of interesting facts and had a GSOH. We were advised to bring swimwear but there was no opportunity to swim. It would have been much improved if a midday meal had been provided (although the snack of cheese/meat roll was nice). We saw the whole island from Ipsarion and drove the majority of the coast road whilst collecting others, which was a bonus. The great company of the other four people on the tour really made the experience for us. Thank you ??
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Ljm Portsmouth
June 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 40 years old
Great
The view from the mountain was anazing and it was lovely eating our lunch at another spot on the mountain. The driver was caring and the guide was interesting. I was disappointed with the vehicle as taking 6 adults plus the driver was a squeeze and uncomfortable especially for the 2 in the very back. It was nice to visit Castro and the monastery. But it was a long day in a far from comfortable vehicle.
C
Christina
June 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With family
- 45 years old
Excellent
What an adventure but the trip up Mount Ipsarion is not for the faint-hearted! Despite heavy rain and imminent thunderstorms, the whole trip was thrilling and we enjoyed the stop offs at the monastery of Panagia and beautiful Kastro. Our driver - Aristophanes - was fantastic and we felt completely safe with him. He was also very knowledgeable and excellent company. Would highly recommend unless you are scared of heights and hair pin bends!!
C
Chathamclan
June 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With family
- 40 years old
Excellent
Got changed and weather to changed date wasn't as good but that wasn't Tui's fault. Son was booked on alternative booking. Confirmed with rep via app both bookings changed confirmed yes. Then on day driver only had 2 of us. Anyway it was sorted. Good day. Don't know why recommend taking beach wear when no swimming involved. Longer in Kastro would be nice there is so much to explore. Cant see in house of bones now but still good to see it. Phillip and Thannis were brilliant. Lunch was good
D
Dan Giles
June 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With family
- 12 years old
Excellent
Fannis our driver was great. He was pointing us out points of interest along the way. We met Phillip at the monestry who was really helpful and informative. The road to Ipsarion was super bumpy but such great fun!
H
Hondafourhundred4
June 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 45 years old
Excellent
Picked up on time, excellent drivers and vehicles and well informed throughout the tour of comfort breaks and lunch stop. Really good experience.
P
Paul
May 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 35 years old
Great
The guide was good, trip up the mountain excellent for the views and visit to the remote Kastro village good too. Disappointed with the itinerary description, the lake and waterfall apparently are dried up. The visit to the monastery was a disaster, we weren’t let in as some of us were wearing shorts. Was a squeeze in the 4x4, 6 of us and 2 seats at back not great for bigger people up bumpy roads.
M
Marc
May 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 16 years old
Excellent
Brilliant experience - smooth, well organised & very enjoyable. Made all the better by two excellent guides.
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