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Dimitsana - the "Macaron Burning" custom

Duration:

Daily

Type of Excursion:

Organized excursion

Type of Excursion:

Road trip

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Description

Dimitra combines tradition and authentic Arcadian atmosphere. Visitors had the opportunity to get up close to the old custom of burning the "Makaronas", which is revived with symbolism and a folk character. The picturesque village, with its stone architecture and historical depth, offered a unique experience filled with culture and tradition.

We depart at 06:30 in the morning from our city, Chalkida, where with the usual coffee stop, we arrive at the lady of Arcadia, Dimitsana. Dimitsana is an "outdoor museum" with dozens of mansion buildings, beautiful churches, and picturesque alleys that invite us to explore. Starting, we will observe the tall Clock behind Agia Kyriaki, as well as the village's reference point is the library. Walking through the alleys, we will find churches everywhere, as well as many mansions of important people. Finally, walking around the neighborhood of Platsa (around the Taxiarches church), we will see scattered ruins of the walls of ancient Teuthida. Of course, we will also observe the "Burning of the Macaron" custom here. The preparation of Makaronas is done secretly by the village's young men. During the parade, gifts are distributed while people dance to the music.

After the parade, Makaronas, filled with gunpowder, is hung in the central square, and there are loud bangs and flashes. After the burning, there is revelry to the sounds of traditional and folk music. Free time to explore and observe the custom. Also for our lunch.

Then early in the afternoon, we will take the road back to the beautiful Chalkida with beautiful memories and refreshed by the clean air of the area.

Included

Tours and excursions with luxury air-conditioned coaches.
Tour leader/escort.
VAT.
Liability insurance coverage

General terms and conditions of participation in an organized trip

Please read carefully the following General Terms of Participation, which constitute an integral part of the organized travel contract, as well as information and any other recommendations given to you, before registering for any of our organized trips.

Registrations - participation in organized trips

Registrations are made with:

Visit our offices Mitropoleos 1 Chalkida

By phone: 22210 39929

Electronically: lptravel_services@outlook.com or online booking

provided (in order to reserve seats on this trip):

Payment of the required advance payment (50%) or the entire amount, in cash, via credit/debit or prepaid card or by bank transfer to the tourist office.

Unreserved acceptance and compliance with these General Terms and Conditions. For valid registration, the specific trip must be indicated on the receipt of payment of the advance or prepayment, with the dates of departure and return and any other distinctive elements.

The right to participate in the trip is secured by paying the full value and related charges 7 full days before departure.

Failure to pay the full value of the trip within the stipulated time gives our Tourist Office the right to cancel the reservation and possibly demand cancellation fees, in accordance with the cancellation terms provided herein.

Cancellations

In order to implement an organized trip, it is necessary to ensure the minimum number of travelers, on which the costing of the relevant package is based. This number differs for each trip.

Cancellations of participation by the traveler are made in writing to our office or by telephone or after a visit to our office and, regardless of the date of the reservation. In particular:

In case of cancellation of the excursion 11 days (multi-day) or 6 days (single-day) before departure, a 100% refund will be given.

In case of cancellation of the excursion from 9 to 6 days before departure, the reservation will be transferred to another person under the conditions mentioned in Article 6 of the General Terms of Participation)

In the event that a replacement cannot be found, the money can be credited to a later trip within 2 months.

In case of cancellation of the excursion from 6 days (multi-day) or 2 days (single-day) up to the day of departure, the entire amount will be withheld.

In the event of cancellation of the trip by our Tourist Office and if the time of booking allows, the following deadlines for informing the Traveler and 100% refund are followed:

a) 10 days before the departure date, when the trip lasts more than six (6) days.

b) 7 days before the departure date, when the trip lasts between four (4) and five (5) days.

c) 5 days before the departure date, when the trip lasts between two (2) and three (3) days.

d) 48 hours when the trip lasts one (1) day (Day trip).

Notes

* The program may be modified for its best implementation depending on conditions (weather conditions, delays, etc.).

* Prices in the event of increases in fuel, ferry tickets, accommodation costs, etc. will be adjusted accordingly with timely information.

* We kindly ask you to arrive at the boarding points on time.

(30 minutes early) to avoid delays

* Boarding and assembly times must be adhered to for the proper operation of the program

* Food consumption is not allowed on the bus.

*In case of failure to arrive at the boarding points on time, the bus will depart without the office being held responsible, and the money will not be refunded.

Seat reservations on the bus are on a priority basis.

All travelers are informed by SMS or phone with detailed departure information 1 day before the trip.

Μητροπόλεως - 34100 Χαλκίδα

+30 22210 39929

+30 6987949087

lptravel_services@outlook.com