Yes, since Lesvos (Lesbos) Island is within the borders of Greece, it is subject to visa requirements. Guests holding a maroon (ordinary) passport are required to have a valid Schengen Visa for their travel dates or, provided that they submit their documents to our agency in advance, obtain a Greek Islands Visa on Arrival. Holders of a green (special) passport are exempt from visa requirements. To ensure smooth entry to the island, all passports must be valid for at least 6 months, and the passport must definitely not contain a TRNC entry stamp.
Greece's official currency is Euro (€). International credit cards (Visa/Mastercard) work smoothly at the Lidl Market we will visit on the 1st day of our tour, the Mystakelli Cheese Farm on the 2nd day, and at the large stores on Ermou Street. However, for coffee/lokma breaks in authentic villages such as Agiasos and Mandamados, small boutique shops, or extra payments such as the Taverna night, we recommend that you carry cash Euro in small bills with you.
Yes! In the fairy-tale town of the island we will visit on the 2nd day of our tour, Molivos (Mithymna), our guests are given free time for a seaside lunch and to swim in the waters of the Aegean. Therefore, you should definitely have a swimsuit, towel, beach sandals, and sunscreen in your luggage. Also, on the 2nd day, since we will climb 114 steps to reach Petra Monastery and walk through the cobblestone streets of villages such as Agiasos, it is very important for your comfort to wear non-slip, comfortable, and orthopedic walking shoes.
Our tour’s departure point is Ayvalık Customs. On Wednesday morning, we meet our Güventur team at the customs at 07:30 so that ticket delivery, check-in, and passport procedures can be completed on time and without delay. After the procedures, we travel to Midilli by ferry, enjoying a pleasant journey across the blue waters of the Aegean.
No, on the evening of the 1st day of our tour (Wednesday), the Greek Tavern Night with live music, sirtaki, and rich Aegean meze, organized to keep the island’s traditional entertainment culture alive, is an extra (optional) activity. Guests who wish to join this unforgettable entertainment can easily make a reservation by signing up with our guide during the tour.