Although only the Kassandra peninsula offers plenty of content for a very rich and varied vacation, excursions are there to make that vacation even more interesting.

For specific information and details, it is best to visit several local agencies and inquire about the program and prices.

Cruises from Kassandra

The excursions that exist mainly refer to cruises to Sithonia (Neos Marmaras), then cruising along the coast of Kassandra and bathing on less known beaches and wild coves, cruising to Mount Athos (circling around Mount Athos and enjoying the view of numerous monasteries).

From Pefkohori, there are organized boat tours, one to Neos Marmaras in Sithonia and one to Nea Moudania touring the whole Kassandra. Departure times and prices can be seen at the port. Also, you can inquire on our Facebook group Live from Greece for members’ experiences.

If you wish, you can start organized diving even if you are a beginner, and with organized bus transport, you can visit Thessaloniki and Meteora.

From Kassandra, you can also see and enjoy the great water park, which you can read more about in our article here: Waterland in Thessaloniki.

The prices of the mentioned excursions are around 35€ per person and include one meal.

On Kassandra, there are also slightly different excursions compared to those offered in Sithonia and Athos, so you can also opt for a day of sailing with more people or rent a sailboat just for yourself. Such excursions cost around 60€ with included drinks or meals. There are also cruises with more luxurious sailboats and yachts that cost just under 1000€ (for rent). On these cruises, besides all three fingers of Halkidiki, you can also visit the Sporades. Of course, renting boats, water sports, and safaris are always an option for an interesting time spent on Kassandra.

Greek Nights, Explorations, and Attractions on Kassandra?

Our tourists love a Greek nights, so it is, of course, organized on Kassandra as well. Tourists have the opportunity to enjoy Greek music while watching traditional Greek dances. Greek nights are organized in local taverns in Pefkohori and Hanioti.

You can reach historical sites on your own or through organized tours of local agencies.
It is worth visiting Petralona Cave, which is 65km away from Pefkohori. The cave is one of the most beautiful in Greece, it is interesting even for children. It is 2km long and traces of life from the Stone Age have been found in it. It is located near the village of Petralona, in Halkidiki, and the exact location of the Petralona Cave is: Nea Propontida 630 80, Greece Coordinates: 40.3504° N, 23.0628° E The cave is open from 9 am to 6 pm during the summer, and the ticket price is 8€ for adults and 4€ for children. Children under 6 years old do not pay.

Along the way, you can also visit Nea Moudania, take a walk along the harbor promenade. Nea Moudania is the cultural and administrative center of Halkidiki.

It is interesting to visit the village of Loutra. This village is known for its thermal springs and traditional architecture. Visitors can enjoy a relaxing experience in the thermal baths and explore the charming streets of the village. There is a spa center on top of the cliff that offers a beautiful view. It is located on the western part of Kassandra, near the town of Agia Paraskevi.

In our article, you can read a proposal for organizing a vacation in Kassandra according to Stelios Koutsouris who lives in Pefkohori: How to spend 10 unforgettable days during the summer in Kassandra?

You can view our accommodation offer in Kassandra HERE.

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