9 Hot Spring Day Trips in Greece to Build a Day Around

1.Pozar Thermal Baths and Edessa Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,243 reviews · 10 hours · from $58Our pick

Leave Thessaloniki at 8:00 AM for Pozar’s warm mineral springs, where you get about two hours to bathe among mountain scenery. Stop in Orma for Greek food, then visit Edessa’s waterfalls. Guides such as Eleni, George, and Eva are known for clear local history and careful timekeeping.

“I liked the hot springs very much. it was really nice located in the natur with cold water falls just close by. I also liked the Edessa falls very much.”

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2.Lake Vouliagmeni Thermal Spa And Temple Of Poseidon Private Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 578 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $171Top rated

Spend six to seven hours with a private driver such as George, Theo, Melina, or Jason, combining a swim at Lake Vouliagmeni with seafood by the coast and the Temple of Poseidon. Expect comfortable air-conditioned transport, local conversation, a Greek culinary gift, and extra fees for both admissions.

“Panos was a great guide and very personable. The lake was cold, so only one of four of us swam. The other 3 were just pleased to be in the water, and enjoyed the little fish nibbling at our feet. Beautiful area and not crowded. The Temple of Poseidon was so picturesque out on Cape Sounion. Panos took us to a restaurant for lunch, with the sea just outside the window.”

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3.Pozar Thermal Baths and Edessa Day Trip from Thessaloniki

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 216 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $59

Meet your English-speaking Ammon Express escort in central Thessaloniki for a 10-hour outing to Pozar’s mineral springs and Edessa’s dramatic waterfalls. You’ll have time to soak, walk through mountain scenery, explore Varosi if time allows, and stop for local food.

“This was a relaxing tour for our final day in Thessaloniki. We had plenty of time to enjoy the thermal baths, which were absolutely relaxing. The lunch stop in the village of Orma was tasty, and the Edessa waterfall was beautiful (although be aware there are a lot of stairs involved with seeing the waterfall if you have mobility issues). There was also plenty of time to wander the town a bit and grab a snack if you wanted. The bus driver, Demetrios, was great (I couldn’t imagine navigating a bus in some of those tight spaces) and the guide, Stellos, was friendly and knowledgeable about the stops, with good…”

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4.Pozar Thermal Baths & Edessa Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 33 reviews · 8 hours · from $141

Travel from Thessaloniki to Pozar Thermal Baths for 2.5 hours of free time in the 37°C springs, then visit Edessa and its famous waterfalls. A local escort, hotel pickup, and a small group of up to six keep the day easy, while lunch, towels, and bath entry cost extra.

“Our guide, Theodores, made this trip exceptionally special and memorable. He demonstrated outstanding time management, ensuring that we visited every location on our list without feeling rushed. Throughout the tour, he was attentive to our comfort—consistently checking that we were well hydrated, well fed, and enjoying ourselves. His thoughtful and considerate approach greatly enhanced our overall experience. Although the tour involved a significant amount of driving, the time passed quickly thanks to our engaging conversations with Theodores. His warm personality and deep knowledge made the journey both enjoyable and enriching. We would highly recommend both this tour and Theodores himself—...”

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5.Lichadonisia Islets Day Tour with Boat & Thermal Spa Pool

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $118

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Athens to Kamena Vourla, then take a boat to the Lichadonisia islets for several hours of swimming and beach time. Guide Giorgio helps keep the day organized, while the optional Galini Mitsis thermal pool offers a warm finish.

“Very Nice expérience. Plenty of time on the beach of the Island. Take your swim show to explore and your food. The little café, does not provide food enough, bad quality and expensive. And you will wait long time to get your order. The sea is beautiful. And the view also. You are by yourself all the day and for the dinner. I recommand to book the spa, it is nice after a beach day. Maybe too expensive because you pay only to get the bus, the boat and the spa entry”

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6.Edessa & Pozar Thermal Springs Private Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 16 reviews · 8 hours

Travel from Thessaloniki with an English-speaking driver such as George, Nikos, or Yannis to Edessa’s Karanos waterfall and Pozar’s thermal baths. You get hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, water, and a private van for up to eight, with time for coffee, swimming, and lunch in Imathia.

“This tour was average. I would consider it more of private transportation. The guide was unsure when we got to Poznar of where to go. He then gave us info from a spa owner about purchasing different massages causing me to ask him to bring us to the promised thermal baths. He did not seem to know where they were which was very confusing. The lunch restaurant he recommended was amazing but it was strange he sat at our lunch table and ordered a soda that I paid for.”

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7.Private Day Trip to Pozar Thermal Baths & Edessa Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $240

Travel from Thessaloniki by private, air-conditioned vehicle to Pozar’s 37°C outdoor thermal pools, then walk through Edessa’s waterfall park. Your English-speaking driver, such as Bill or Nickos, can help shape the day, take photos, and suggest a traditional lunch stop.

“Our driver Bill was excellent. He drove safely and we never felt any anxiety while on the road. He took us to the thermal springs which were very nice. But the highlight was Edessa Falls. They are so beautiful. Bill stayed with us and took pictures for us so we could both be in them. He then took us to an amazing restaurant with food to die for. I recommend this excursion if you’re interested in really seeing the beautiful countryside. And if you get Bill as your driver then you’ll be super lucky.”

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8.Thessaloniki to Edessa & Pozar Thermal Spa- Private Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · from $227

Leave Thessaloniki at 9:00 am for a private 10-hour outing to Edessa’s waterfalls and water museum, then soak in Pozar’s 37°C outdoor thermal pool. An English-speaking chauffeur, hotel pickup, WiFi, bottled water, coffee, and post-trip photos and video are included. Lunch and entry fees cost extra.

“Very nice privat tour. Intelligent guide driver, show me diferent places, made insider tips. Good food restaurants. It was good relax. Every time again.”

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9.Athens Iconic Highlights & Lake Vouliagmeni Thermal Spa Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $285

You’ll explore the Acropolis, Ancient Agora, Temple of Zeus, Lycabettus Hill, Syntagma Square, and Athens’ neoclassical center by private vehicle. Then swim in warm mineral waters at Lake Vouliagmeni, with optional Greek lunch and ice cream. The driver shares history but does not guide inside monuments.

“What a great little private tour!!! Love that we skipped the line to go to Acropolis or it would’ve taken extra time and lots of people to fight with for pictures. Lake was beautiful and fish spa was just a little extra. Definitely the 3 highlights of Athens”

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