Eleni is from Thessaloniki and is a great ambassador for her home town! She is a great guide and we really enjoyed our time with her. This is a great way to be introduced to Thessaloniki!
Private tour in Thessaloniki Eleni K
5.0
(69) reviews
1
1
Eleni K.
5.0
Guide rating
132
Reviews
Tours delivered
9 hrs
Avg. response time
Γειά σας! ("Hello" in Greek) I am Eleni, I am Greek, born and bred in Thessaloniki! I just can't imagine me living anywhere else! My city has a powerful magnet that I am sure it will attract you as well! It inspired poets and composers that wrote poems and songs for her, (yes, its "her", a woman, as Greeks say, I will explain everything in person!). Moreover, its a town where East meets West, it's the city that Kemal Attatourk was born, where Apostole Paul preached and sent his first and second letters to the Thessalonians and where the Jews went after being expeled from Ferdinand and Isabella of Spain in 1492. A city where you meet history in every corner, a city famous for its magnificent food and exceptional sweets as well as for the relaxing walks by the sea. Come to see with your own eyes that despite the financial crisis Southern Greeks didn't lost their "kefi", enthousiasm and love for life! In 2011, the annual publication of «Louis Vuitton City Guide - European Cities», included Thessaloniki in the "unexpected cities" because of the wine and culinary experience it offers. That same year, the newspaper «New York Times» included Thessaloniki " in the top 41 destinations to be visited in 2011". At the same time, the Australian newspaper «Sun Herald», added Thessaloniki at the proposed European travel destinations. Now, about me: I work in a Day Center for elderly people with memory problems. I designed a non-pharmacological intervention for elderly people with mild to moderate depression to visit the sightseeings of our town (for a period of 4 months). It had really good results and I had really enjoyed it so much that I decided to work as a guide as well! I hope to cheer you up too! I provide tours in English (and Greek of course)! I encourage you to ask me whatever you want to and tell me where to focus to meet your interests. As a person I am optimistic, patient and enthousiastic! I love travelling and communicating with people from different cultures! In my free time I love to go out with my friends in tavernas and cafes, to sing, to dance, to climb on mountains, to swim, to read literature and to do window-shopping! So, take advantage of my enthousiasm and passion for what I do and let me show you my city, it's history, legends, the life of the average people, everything through the eyes of a local! I have a driving license and I own a small car so we can use it to go whenever we want to (up to 4 adults!) I have a degree in psychology and a diploma in psychodrama, psychotherapy. I have a degree in "Greek Civilization" Please be aware that only licenced guides can do tours inside museums so we can visit these places together but I have to make my comments before we enter.
Have a question or want to customize this tour? Message Eleni K.
Thessaloniki has many things to offer you! Great food, sweets, lots of history, especially byzantine monuments and orthodox churches, a chance to see a great sunset by the sea and so many more. . . I have my personal preferences and ideas but these may not coincide with yours! So let me create the best tour for your needs and wishes! Maybe you want to drink a Greek coffee in a traditional cafe with nice view, or you want to go shopping, or you prefer a tour by car or on foot or a small cruise in the gulf of the town or you are just interested in the history of the town or maybe all the above! It's up to you! With my 47 years experience of living in this city, I am here to make your wishes come true for a whole day! P. S Look at the photos of the city above and tell me which ones you like most and want to visit in priority!!!
Eleni is from Thessaloniki and is a great ambassador for her home town! She is a great guide and we really enjoyed our time with her. This is a great way to be introduced to Thessaloniki!
Eleni was knowledgeable, kind and accommodating to our unique requests. She made our time in Thessaloniki the highlight of our trip!
Eleni was wonderful. Prior to the tour, Eleni took my input and put together a customized tour of exactly what I wanted to see. Her knowledge of history with dates and events was amazing. My wife and I went in a few museums just to see the interiors of some of the oldest structures still standing in Thessaloniki. But the best part was the churches and a monastery. Especially the Church of St Dimitrios. I would highly recommend Tours by Locals and specifically Eleni Kouroundi.
Alana was just an awesome tour guide
Elani was the best guide we've encountered on our trip to Greece and Turkeye. She kept us engaged with her energy and vast knowledge of history and the city of Thessaloniki. I would highly recommend her for anyone seeking future tours.
Knowledgeable, engaging, and enthusiastic! Eleni is all this and more. You will not be disappointed with this excellent tour!
Together we choose what you would love to see on priority! The ininerary is based on your wishes and needs!
Tell your guide which places matter to you, skip what doesn't, and tailor the experience for your group's needs. Not finding what you want? Message your guide to build something unique.
By foot and my personal car. My car, a 2018 Suzuki ignis, is a small, clean and well preserved car with A/C. It can accomodate a maximum of 4 adults (not including the driver, me!). Of course we can rent a bigger car (I can drive it as well) at an additional cost.
Thessaloniki, Greece
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide:
Who is this private tour in Thessaloníki best suited for?
Can this private tour in Thessaloníki be customized to focus on what I want to see and skip places I've already visited?
How long is the tour, and can the start time or duration be adjusted?
Where does the tour start and end?
Is transportation included?
How much walking is involved, and is it suitable for kids, seniors, or travellers with mobility concerns?
What languages is this tour offered in?
What's included in this private tour, and what should I budget for separately?
Is this a private tour? What is the maximum group size and the starting price?
AI-generated. Please confirm details with your guide
1
1
If your tour is valued over $200 USD and booked at least 45 days before the tour date, you can book with a deposit!
How it works