Together they make up the region of Halkidiki, and each has its own flavour. Athos is known for its monasteries and subsequently its pilgrimage routes (though only men can enter the monasteries here), ...

Located in northern Greece, Thessaloniki is the capital of the Macedonia region. The mercury reaches highs of 30C in the height of summer, while spring is a more comfortable 23C to 25C.

Mount Itamos, a popular trekking destination, is about 10 miles south. Thessaloniki, Greece’s second-largest city, is about 60 miles north. Size: 1,991 square feet Price per square foot: $738 ...