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Pozar Thermal Baths and Edessa Day Trip from Thessaloniki

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Thessaloniki, Greece
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Refresh your mind and body at the Pozar Thermal Baths and relax in the naturally heated water from the hot springs. Continue to the ancient city of Edessa on a day trip from Thessaloniki.

Depart Thessaloniki and journey to the natural hot springs of Pozar Thermal Baths to relax in the healing waters while nature and Mount Voras provide a stunning backdrop.

Benefit from the healing properties of water naturally heated to a temperature of 37° Celsius. Known for its amazing taste, the water is said also said to help with conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, skin conditions, poor circulation, respiratory problems and kidney disease, including kidney stones.

Enjoy lunch at a pretty village next to Pozar and taste the traditional flavors of Greece. Visit the local market and marvel at the goods on display.Continue to the city of Edessa, famed as the first capital of the ancient kingdom of Macedon.Get some free time to visit the spectacular waterfalls before returning to Thessaloniki.

What's Included

  • Basic travel insurance
  • English-speaking tour escort
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Towel rental (€4 per towel)
  • Lunch at the restaurant
  • Personal expenses
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Egnatia 78
Thessaloniki 546 24, Greece

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Pozar Thermal Baths

The distance is 110km and lasts approximately 1½ hours. One explanation regarding the meaning of the name “Pozar” is “after the charcoal” while another one is “under the fire”, which forms an evidence that in the past the village was located in a different place that was burnt or set on fire and the villagers gave the name “Pozar” to their new village.We reach the enchanting Pozar hot springs, the spa into nature. The healing water infiltrates the ground and after going quite deep is heated up and goes back to the surface enriched with minerals and trace elements.Admire the beautiful gorge located in the majestic mountain where the river “Toplitsa” (in slavic language is defined as “the hot river”) flows through it forming small cascades and shallow shores. Nowadays is mostly known as the river of Saint Nicolas.
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Edessa Waterfalls

The name Edessa means “a tower into the water” because of the intense presence of the liquid element in the city since the antiquity. We have free time to admire the impetuous waterfalls and capture the enchanting scenery; where the park of the cascades meets the edge of the rock, also known as the “eyebrow” of the city, is located, according to the famous greek author Menelaos Lountemis, “the step where God steps on to go up the sky”. The water comes from the springs of the mountain Kaimaktsalan (Voras) supplied constantly by the snowmelt of the mountain.We may follow our trip attendant-archaeologist for a walking tour to the traditional district of Varosi and visit the Water Museum or Sesame Mill of Flavors for an unforgettable experience or enjoy a nice meal in one of the traditional restaurants of the area.We depart to Thessaloniki at around 15:00p.m and we are back approximately after 1½ hours (16:30pm), making the same stops where we started from.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Pregnant women are not allowed to enter the hot springs
  • Be provided with the information folio of the Thermal Springs for all the advice regarding the sensitive social groups that are not allowed to make use of the Thermal Springs
  • In summer season bear in mind to have sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Pozar Thermal Baths and Edessa Day Trip from Thessaloniki?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Basic travel insurance
  • English-speaking tour escort
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Towel rental (€4 per towel)
  • Lunch at the restaurant
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips
  • Loutra Pozar Thermal Baths

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • You should be at the departure points 10' before the time indicated in the schedule. The bus cannot remain at designated stops, except for boarding.
  • Our trip attendant-archaeologist shall wear clothing with the Ammon Express marking so that he/she will be recognisable easily
  • Don’t forget your swimwear and a towel/bathrobe!
  • Lockers with key are available at the area of the thermal springs so that you can store your personal belongings
  • You can rent a towel from the area. The cost is 4€/towel
  • There are numerous changing rooms with hairdresser for your personal care.
  • Pregnant women are not allowed to enter the hot springs
  • Be provided with the information folio of the Thermal Springs for all the advice regarding the sensitive social groups that are not allowed to make use of the Thermal Springs
  • In summer season bear in mind to have sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat
  • Please be consistent with the exact appointment times specified by the Ammon Express escort, so that the excursion will remain unforgettable to all participants
  • Have a nice trip and an unforgettable experience!
  • Don’t forget to share pictures and comments from your experience!
  • Small Natural Pools: Entrance fee: €3 per person / 30 minutes / Towel rental: €4 (+ €10 cash deposit required)
  • Large Thermal Pool / Entrance fee: €5 per person / 2 hours • Includes chairs and sunbeds, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the beautiful natural surroundings of the thermal springs / Towel rental: €3 (available directly from the large pool area)
  • Children / Under 4 years old: Free entrance (with parental consent form signed at the ticket office) / Ages 5–6: Free entrance / Ages 7–12: Entrance fee €3.5 (for the large pool)
  • Visitors with Disabilities (PWD) / Free entrance
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers

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