## Ioannina – Konitsa – Molyvdoskepasti – Metsovo | A journey to the heart of Epirus
Epirus is an authentic and imposing place, where the wild beauty of nature meets tradition and rich history. Green mountains, rivers with crystal clear waters, stone bridges and picturesque settlements create the ideal setting for an excursion full of unique images and experiences.
In **Ioannina**, the beautiful **Lake Pamvotida** is the trademark of the city, giving a particularly atmospheric landscape. The route continues to **Konitsa**, with the impressive nature of the area, the **river Aoos** and the characteristic **stone bridges** that are an integral part of the continental architecture.
We get to know the historical **Kalpaki** and reach **Molyvdoskepasti**, one of the most special rural villages of Epirus, in a landscape of unparalleled natural beauty. Each stop reveals a different side of a place that keeps its history and tradition alive.
The trip ends with the cosmopolitan **Metsovo**, built amphitheatrically on the slopes of Pindos. The stone-built mansions, the picturesque cobblestones, its traditional flavors and distinctive architecture make up one of Greece's most beloved mountain destinations.
An excursion full of **nature, history, tradition and authentic images of Epirus**, that takes us from the serenity of Pamvotida to the imposing landscapes of Aoos and the slopes of Pindos.
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We are leaving for the Three-Day Excursion to Ioannina 07.30 in the morning by consensus. Our first coffee stop will be in Kiato. Then we take the road to Bizani where we will have an optional visit to the wax museum. The Museum revives unique historical memories from the hidden school of Ali Pasha and Mrs. Frosiny. Then we continue to Ioannina and head straight to the lake, where we cross by boat to the island of Kyra-Frosini. There we will have time for a walk and a visit to the house where Ali Pasha was killed, as well as lunch (Optional) in a local tavern with the area by tasting a unique traditional dish the famous ones (frog legs). Return to Ioannina to check in at the hotel. In the evening we recommend an optional visit to the city's castle. In the Castle you will find the Fetihe Mosque, the Tomb of Ali Pasha in Its Kale and the acropolis of Ioannina with many bars for a relaxing drink. End Overnight
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📷 See the photos →After our breakfast we leave for Konitsa. Our first stop is Kalpaki, where we will visit the war museum with the reenactment of the Battle of Kalpaki. Next is the village of Molyvdoskepasti, built on the slope of Mount Memertika. There we meet the Holy Monastery of Panagia Molyvdoskepasti. It is a Byzantine monastery, which is located next to the Greek-Albanian border, 20 kilometers from Konitsa. Her nickname (Lead roofing) due to the fact that its roof was covered with sheets of lead. It is a male monastery and celebrates the fifteenth of August. The monastery is built near the point where the river Aoos joins Sarandaporos, 400 m. from the Greek-Albanian border. Then we will visit the Father's House of Saint Paisios. Free time for coffee and food. The area has many stone bridges, one of them is the large single-arched bridge of Kledoniavista (or Voidomati) of 1853. Its construction was completed in the period between 1870 and 1871 from workshop 50 craftsmen at the entrance of the ravine of the Aoos river. There we will admire up close, the banks of the river which crosses one of the most beautiful locations in Greece, which has been designated as a National Forest by 1973. Finally in the late afternoon return to Ioannina.
After our breakfast we will depart for Metsovo. The region of the same name is famous for its handicrafts and handicrafts. Metsovo has preserved monuments which we can visit (Optionally), such as the monastery of Theotokos near the Metsovitiko river, the Folklore Museum of the Tositsa Foundation (Tositsa mansion) and the Averof Gallery where they are exhibited 250 paintings by notable painters of the 19th and 20th centuries. In Metsovo we will also have free time for coffee in the paved square. Finally, return to Athens with a stopover for lunch and coffee.
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THE DEPOSIT NUMBERS:
Piraeus Iban:GR6201721180005118108455062
Eurobank Iban: GR3202603820000580200604484
Iban National Bank:GR7501100870000008700484028
Alpha Bank Iban:GR7901409850985002002007339
Beneficiary: ATHANASIADIS IOANNIS ANGELEA NEKTARIA E E
If you wish to make a payment from another bank, your charge is +4€
As Reason in the deposit, your last name and the destination are noted: (Athanasiadis Ioannis Syros)
Your deposit to secure your seats is 40% of the total value of the package you choose.
You pay for the excursion 5 days before her departure.
When you complete your deposit if possible the receipt is sent to us at
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In case of seat cancellation, your deposit is fully refunded up to 14 days before the departure of the trip.
After this period, your money is not refunded or transferred to another excursion.
All participants of our excursions will be informed by phone or will receive a text message with detailed information about the departure of their package 1 day before the excursion.