After our customs procedures at 09:00, we set off at 09:45 on a pleasant 45-minute journey across the blue waters of the Aegean Sea. We arrive at Mytilene customs at around 10:00. After completing passport controls and placing our luggage in the bus, the Mytilene City Center Tour begins.
We walk along Ermou Street, considered the heart of the island. Accompanied by colorful shop windows, local patisseries, small boutique shops and historic buildings, we experience the atmosphere of the island.
We visit Agios Therapon Church, one of the most magnificent structures in the city. With its impressive dome and architecture, this building is one of the symbols of Mytilene.
The Old Bazaar area, which bears traces from the Ottoman period, the New Mosque and the Hamam are seen accompanied by guided commentary. We discover how the island's history brings together the traces of different cultures.
One of Mytilene's most popular shopping spots is the Lidl supermarket. Here we take a shopping break for Greek-specific cheeses, olive oils, seafood, snacks and affordably priced local products. This is a great opportunity especially for guests who want to buy edible gifts.
Then we move on to the Jumbo shopping center, which attracts visitors with its vast premises and wide product range, and make use of our free time for a full shopping experience.
At the end of the day, transfer to our hotel and settling into our rooms.
After breakfast at the hotel, we start the day pleasantly.
We head to Plomari, the lively summer region in the south of the island. Here we visit Barbayanni, ouzo distillery founded in 1860, explore the production process and museum, and enjoy an ouzo tasting. After a lunch break in the center of Plomari, we see the Agios Nicholas (Santa Claus) Church built in 1847 and stroll through the historic streets adorned with bay-windowed old Ottoman houses. After our Plomari visit, we pass through the Gera Gulf, the homeland of Barbaros Hayreddin Pasha surrounded by olive trees, and reach Agiasos.
We stroll through the charming bazaar of this traditional mountain village famous for its wood carving, ceramics and lace craftsmanship, and visit the Panagia Vrefokratousa Church (Church of the Virgin Mary), one of the village's most important religious buildings. Then free time: guests who wish can enjoy traditional Greek coffee brewed over embers, buy homemade liqueurs and jams, and take photo breaks in the narrow streets.
In the evening, an unforgettable New Year's Eve Taverna Night awaits us, where we will bid farewell to 2026 and welcome 2027 with great joy! Live music performances, traditional Greek melodies and sirtaki dances bring the entertainment to its peak throughout the night. When the clock strikes midnight, we count down together and greet the new year. Guests who wish may join the dancing and add color to this special night.
After this New Year's celebration, full of joy and hope, where we will feel the shared culture of both sides of the Aegean, we return to our hotel for accommodation.
After breakfast, the northern route begins for a pleasant day. We set off on an unforgettable exploration full of Lesvos (Mytilene)'s natural beauty, historical texture and local flavors.
Our first stop is Petra Panagia Church. To reach this impressive church built on a rocky hill rising from sea level, we climb 114 steps. When we reach the summit, the fascinating view of the Aegean Sea welcomes us. Free time is given both for a photo break and for information about the church's history.
During the lunch break, you can enjoy your meal and also the pleasure of the bright blue waters.
Then we turn our route toward Molivos (Mithymna), one of the most beautiful settlements on the island. With its cobbled narrow streets, historic bay-windowed houses, balconies decorated with bougainvillea and a harbor that rivals postcards, we virtually travel through time in Molivos.
Our next stop is Mandamados, one of the island's important religious centers. Here we visit the Taxiarchis Church. Dedicated to Archangel Michael, this church is quite remarkable both for its architecture and its icon. After the visit, we take a short break for the region's famous flavors: the opportunity to taste honey yogurt and fresh lokma.
In the final part of our program, we pass through Thermi and view the Sarlıca Palace, notable for its historical texture, panoramically. Accompanied by our guide's commentary, we take a short journey into the island's past.
You will have the opportunity to closely explore both the historical texture and the natural beauty of Lesbos Island.
During the tour, on our panoramic island trip;
are among the main points to be visited.
As part of the tour program, there is also the opportunity to stop by the Lidl and Jumbo stores, where you can shop during free time.
An unforgettable evening awaits you with a taverna night where you will experience the unique atmosphere of Lesbos, accompanied by Greek music and local flavors.
❌ Lesvos accommodation / climate resilience fee (3★ hotel): per room per night, April–October €5; November–March €1.50
❌ Lesvos accommodation / climate resilience fee (4★ hotel): per room per night, April–October €10; November–March €3
❌ Gate visa fee (€90)
❌ Ayvalık port tax (TRY 300)
❌ Departure tax (TRY 1250)
❌ Lunches and 1 dinner
❌ Admission to museums and archaeological sites
Finding a currency exchange office on Lesbos Island may not be easy in every area. For this reason, it is recommended that you bring a sufficient amount of Euro with you.
The places to be visited and the order of visits in the program may change for operational reasons. If necessary, our guide may make adjustments to the program flow.
The New Year evening at the Greek taverna is planned for the second day of this programme, to say farewell to 2026 and welcome 2027.
The processing times at Mytilene customs for guests traveling with a gate visa may vary depending on passport control congestion on the island.
Therefore;
Gate visa applications are approved by the Mytilene Customs Police after passenger control.
Gate visa approval, or holding a valid Schengen visa or green passport, does not guarantee entry to the country. Authority to enter and exit the country rests entirely with the border police of the relevant country.
It is strongly recommended not to travel with damaged passports and to ensure that your passport has sufficient validity.
Passengers with a Republic of Turkey passport bearing a T.R.N.C. entry stamp are not permitted to enter Greece. In this case, the passport must be renewed.
**The child discount is valid for child participants who have not yet reached 12 years of age, provided they stay with 2 adults.
Guests under 18 years of age who are not accompanied by one or both of their parents must present a notarized parental consent letter.
Hotel check-in times are generally between 17:00 – 18:00. It is recommended to prepare a hand luggage bag with personal items you may need during this period.
For single occupancy stays, hotels may assign different room locations.
The tour lasts 3 days and 2 nights. Return ferry tickets from Ayvalık Port and 2 nights of accommodation with breakfast are included.
The programme says farewell to 2026 and welcomes 2027. The included services list contains Greek taverna entertainment on one evening.
