4. The Jewish heritage tour of Greece - October 22nd to 31st, 2023

The Jewish heritage tour of Greece - October 22nd to 31st, 2023

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Combine the rich Jewish history of Greece with Greek culture & beauty, in 10 amazing days!
The Jewish heritage tour of Greece will take place from October 22nd to 31st, 2023.

The tour will visit 11 cities/towns in Greece: Athens, Chalkida, Volos, Pelion (Makrynitsa), Larissa, Trikala, Meteora, Ioannina, Metsovo, Veroia, and Thessaliniki.
I will include 8 beautiful synagogues (in most of the above places) and the most important Jewish monuments in Greece.
It is organized by Atlantis Travel Agency, the oldest travel agency in Greece (since 1948) !

The cost is 1295 EURO per person in a double room, including dinners and happenings!
We will not be travelling on Shabbat! Kosher meals are available upon request.
Deadline for reserving:  1st July 2023.

Please find all the details at:  http://atlantistravelgreece.com/tour/jewish-heritage-tour-of-greece/?WJT

 

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