Special Lesbos Tour for Eid al-Adha | 2 Days 1 Night – Departure from Aliağa
Day 1: Journey to the Heart of the Island (Mytilene Center – Gera – Agiasos)
Meet with the GÜVENTUR team at Aliağa Customs Port at 07:00, followed by check-in procedures, then depart at 08:00 on the scheduled ferry to Mytilene Island.
During the panoramic city tour with our guide:
- Visit Agios Therapon Church located in Mytilene city center,
- The Old Bazaar dating back to the Ottoman period,
- The New Mosque and the Bazaar Bath
to explore the historical fabric of the island closely.
Next, we proceed through olive groves to reach the famous Agiasos Mountain Village known for its handicrafts and traditional architecture. A visit is made to the Church of the Virgin Mary, followed by a coffee break with local products.
At the end of the day, we check into our hotel. In the evening, an entertaining night awaits you with a traditional Mytilene dinner accompanied by a Greek Sirtaki Night.
Day 2: The Magic of the North (Petra – Molivos – Mandamados)
After breakfast, we head towards the northern route of Mytilene Island.
Our first stop is in Petra, where a monastery located on a rocky hill is visited, and an extraordinary view of the island is observed by ascending 114 steps.
Then, we stroll and have free time in Molivos, one of the most romantic towns on the island, known for its stone streets, Ottoman fountains, and bay-windowed houses.
In the final stop of the tour, we visit the Mandamados Taksiyarhis Church, where a miraculous icon is located. Afterward, we take a brief break to taste the famous honey yogurt and lokma unique to the village.
After the program, Sarlıca Palas and Thermi village are seen panoramically as we head to the port.
We return to Aliağa by ferry, and our tour concludes until the next GÜVENTUR journey.
As part of the special program prepared for the Kurban Bayramı (Festival of Sacrifice), you will have the opportunity to closely explore both the historical fabric and natural beauty of Lesbos Island. During the tour, our panoramic island tour will include: - Ermou Street located in the center of Mytilene, - Agios Therapon Church, which has survived from the Ottoman period to the present, - Agiasos Village, famous for its traditional architecture and stone streets, - Gera Gulf with its unique views, - Petra, notable for its volcanic rock formations, - Molivos, renowned for its historical stone houses and harbor views, - Mandamados Monastery, one of the most important religious centers on the island. These are among the primary points to be visited. An unforgettable evening awaits you with a tavern night where you will experience the unique atmosphere of Lesbos, accompanied by Greek music and local delicacies.
- Passport and visa documents
- Cash Euros and bank card
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Season-appropriate light jacket/raincoat (it may be windy)
- Personal medications and health necessities
- Water and snacks (for customs and travel delays)
- Phone charger and power bank
Finding a currency exchange office on Lesbos Island may not be easy in every area. Therefore, it is recommended to have a sufficient amount of Euros with you.
📌 IMPORTANT NOTES & GENERAL INFORMATION
About the Tour Program
The places to be visited and the sequence of visits in the program may vary due to operational reasons. Our guide may make adjustments to the program flow if necessary.
For Guests Traveling with Border Visa
Processing times for guests traveling with a border visa at the Mytilene customs may vary depending on the passport control congestion on the island.
Therefore;
- It is recommended to have water and snacks with you.
- Upon arrival at Mytilene Port, guests with border visas need to follow the red line in the customs area to join the passport control queue.
Border visa applications are approved by the Mytilene Customs Police after passenger control.
About Entry to the Country
Approval of the border visa does not guarantee entry into the country, even if you hold a valid Schengen visa or green passport. The authority for entry and exit into the country is entirely at the discretion of the relevant country's border police.
It is highly recommended not to travel with damaged passports and to ensure that the passport validity is sufficient.
Passengers with a stamp of entry from the TRNC in their Turkish passports are not allowed entry into Greece. In this case, the passport needs to be renewed.
Under 18 Guests
Guests under the age of 18 must present a notarized consent letter if neither of their parents is accompanying them.
Accommodation Information
Hotel check-in times are generally between 17:00 and 18:00. It is recommended to prepare a small bag for personal belongings that may be needed during this time.