Day-by-day itinerary
Oneiroupoli (City of Dreams) is a Christmas celebration that has captured the attention of all Greece and made Drama an attractive destination for the Christmas holidays.
Local residents and volunteers decorate the houses and municipal garden where Oneiroupoli (City of Dreams) takes place. Kindergartens, nurseries, primary and secondary schools show great interest and enthusiasm for visiting Santa Claus’s charming village. Schools from all over northern Greece visit Oneiroupoli during the Christmas holidays. The multi-day programmes in Oneiroupoli–Drama also include concerts, folk dancing, martial arts demonstrations and theatrical performances.
Departure from Plovdiv at 06:00 from the Trimontium Hotel (boarding in Pazardzhik is possible).
Arrival in Kavala. Sightseeing programme: the harbour; the house of Muhammad Ali Pasha, considered the founder of modern Egypt; and the Imaret he built, considered the largest Islamic building in Europe and now converted into a luxury hotel. Other sights include the Church of St Nicholas the Wonderworker, the Church of the Mother of God, the Muhammad Ali Monument and the Kamares Aqueduct, a colossal structure and one of the many works of Suleiman the Magnificent. The structure consists of 60 arches. Also visited is the city fortress, situated on a rocky headland on the Aegean coast. The fortress had 7 gates; the north-facing gate was called Stambul-kapia. The guided programme lasts about an hour and a half.
Free time for shopping and walks. Departure for Drama.
Arrival in Drama, a lively city with a long and rich history. It is literally built on water. The clear springs of the Agia Varvara River form a wonderful park in the heart of Drama, ranked among Europe’s 60 best natural parks under the Culture 2000 programme. Free time to explore Drama. Visit to the Christmas market called Oneiroupoli, established as the largest Christmas event in Greece. Small, charming houses reminiscent of the homes of favourite fairy-tale characters stand side by side, glowing with colourful Christmas garlands and magical lights. Shows, music, dancing, songs, theatrical productions, exhibitions, surprises for children and various interactive activities... It is hard to imagine another little town’s streets brimming with so much choice and Christmas cheer! There is an enormous choice, as long as you are ready to embark on the “Christmas in Oneiroupoli” adventure!
Departure for Bulgaria at approximately 18:00. Arrival at the Trimontium Hotel in Plovdiv at approximately 23:00.