Greece in Autumn

Tour Code: GRC12

An 8-day birdwatching holiday to northern Greece's Nestos Delta and Lake Kerkini, timed to coincide with the southward migration of numerous waders, warblers and raptors.

8 days from
£2,495

Land only price from
£2,095

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Highlights

Summary

The coastal wetlands, extensive forests and reed-fringed inland lakes of north-eastern Greece act as a magnet for migrating birds in both spring and autumn. The region lies on an important ‘migration flyway’ between Europe and Africa and its easterly position — tucked between Bulgaria and Turkey — attracts an exciting range of migrant and breeding species with a decidedly eastern flavour. Waders such as Marsh and Broad-billed Sandpipers share the mudflats with more familiar Redshanks and Grey Plovers. A passing sparrowhawk is more likely to be a Levant than a Northern Sparrowhawk, and a shrike atop a bush could well be Lesser Grey or Masked. On this varied tour we will go in search of these and other species whilst exploring northern Greece’s key wildlife destinations: Nestos Delta and Lake Kerkini. Although birds are the primary focus of this holiday, we will also enjoy the butterflies, reptiles and other wildlife we encounter along the way.

Varied picturesque landscapes of north-eastern Greece
Migrating waders in Nestos Delta
Dalmatian & White Pelicans at Lake Kerkini
A variety of butterflies, reptiles & other wildlife
Led by expert Naturetrek naturalist & local guide

Itinerary

Outline Itinerary

Day 1

Fly Thessaloniki

Day 2/4

Nestos Delta

Day 5/7

Lake Kerkini

Day 8

Fly London

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What's Included

What's Included?

Flights
Accommodation:
We stay in comfortable hotels with private facilities throughout.
Food:
All meals are included in the price.

Reviews

This was a specialist tour, visiting three sites in Northern Greece bordering the Turkish and Bulgarian borders. We travelled extensively visiting landscapes not normally associated with Greece in most peoples minds: forests, mountains, marshes and lakes, full of exciting birds like Vultures, Pelicans, flamingos and many others. The food was amazing, people friendly and helpful and not much traffic on the roads. I am inspired to travel to Greece again next year and will certainly use the same company (indeed, I have already booked!).
N.M. Kent, Sept 19

Dates & Prices

2026

Departures Availability Cost

Tue 1st Sep – Tue 8th Sep SPACES £2,495

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Flights:

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Flights are included in the tour cost

Regional Departures:

On certain tours it is possible to depart from a regional airport (rather than London). If a regional departure is possible, we indicate that here.

Regional Departures are available. Call 01962733051

Land only cost:

The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.

£2,095

Single Room Supplement:

Single Room Supplement.

£295

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