In the heart of Pelion, a group of people with a deep love for their land and culture invite visitors to experience more than just a vacation: an authentic experience of connection with nature, creation, and oneself.
The Pelion Experiences offers a new way of hospitality—experiential, sensory, and completely personalized.
More than activities – Experiences with meaning
Pelion Experiences Pelion Experiences take place in courtyards, rivers, gardens, or private spaces that embrace creativity and tranquility. Using clay, herbs, Greek products, and local stories as materials, participants connect with their five senses – and with something deeper.
Pelion Experiences : Discover the essence of Pelion with all your senses
In Pelion, travel becomes an invitation to slow down, reconnect, and rediscover the joy of simple things. Through carefully curated nature-based activities. Pelion Experiences gives guests the opportunity to engage with the spirit of the land — through art, aroma, taste, and storytelling.
These are not just workshops or tours. They are moments of presence and creativity, designed to help us spend time on what truly matters: connection, expression, and shared human experience.
Check out the selected activities:
Ceramic workshops
In the heart of Pelion, pottery is not just a creative activity, but a unique experience that invites you to leave behind the stress of everyday life. Through contact with clay, you will experience relaxation and concentration, activating all your senses. The process is a true form of meditation, allowing you to focus on the present and create something unique with your hands.
- Creation of a handmade object with clay
- "Ceramics with closed eyes" – an experiential process that activates all the senses
- Guidance from an experienced ceramist
- The objects are sent to the creator after completion
- Ideal for beginners, no prior experience required
Duration: 2 hours | Participation: Groups of up to 8 people
Location: Indoors or outdoors, depending on your preferences
Ideal for families or groups who want to create together and experience ceramics.
Botanical walks & Tea rituals
Explore the local flora of Pelion under the guidance of experienced medicinal botanist Manolis Manos. During the walk, you will learn about the traditional and medicinal uses of the plants that thrive in the area. You will discover the ancient stories behind the herbs of Pelion and taste exquisite teas made from these plants, participating in a ritual tasting.
What's included:
- Exploration of the local flora with the guidance of a botanist
- Stories and traditions surrounding the plants of Pelion
- Medicinal uses of herbs and flora
- Ritual tea tasting with herbs from Pelion
Duration: 2 hours | Participation: Groups of up to 8 people
Location:Any indoor or outdoor space, or preferably a private space
Ideal for those who want to combine nature with the knowledge and flavors of Pelion.
Olive oil tasting
Olive oil tasting is an excellent opportunity to delve into the flavors and traditions of Pelion through the valuable practice of olive oil production. You will learn about the cultivation and different uses of olive oil, while tasting different types of olive oil, paired with local dishes that enhance the flavor.
- Organizer: Kostas Patistis from Terpsis Experiences
- Special event for small group retreats and tailor-made excursions
- Discussion about the tradition and use of olive oil
- Tasting of different types of olive oil paired with local dishes
- Presentation by an expert in the field
Duration: 2 hours
This activity also took place at Villa Andromachi in April 2025 and was a unique opportunity for visitors to learn about the art of olive oil in its most authentic form. The activity was organized by Kostas Patistis and the Terpsis Experiences, and was attended by Katerina Paraskevopoulos, who visited the destination to see if she could organize tailor-made tours for American clients or small groups.
Website: https://www.patistisolivegroves.gr/
Instagram: @patistis_olive_groves
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Τέρψις Website: https://www.terpsisexperiences.gr/
Instagram: @terpsis.experiences.pelion
Facebook: facebook/tersisexperiences
Katerina Paraskevopoulos: https://www.instagram.com/katkalkas/ & https://www.instagram.com/eyiaretreats/
Wine tasting
Experience the uniqueness of Greek wine with this tasting experience. In collaboration with the team Terpsis Experiences and Konstantinos Patistis, we offer you the opportunity to discover the secrets behind the local wines of the region, paired with exquisite Greek mezze.
What's included:
- Discussion about Greek wine and its history
- Wine tasting from local winemakers
- Wine pairing with traditional Greek dishes
Duration: 2 hours | Participation: 4-10 people
Location: By agreement, ideal for groups or small parties
For wine lovers who want to discover the secrets of local winemaking.
Flexibility & Personalization
All experiences are adaptable and can take place:
- In natural outdoor settings – riversides, courtyards, woodlands
- At private villas or guest accommodations
- For individuals, couples, families, or small groups
Whether you’re traveling solo or with others, looking for peace or play, Pelion Experiences offers something meaningful, something more.
Learn more:
📍 pelionexperiences.gr
📩 info@pelionexperiences.gr
📱 @pelionexperiences
