Soak in the therapeutic volcanic mud baths of Krinides — a lesser-known ritual beloved by locals — then watch the late-afternoon light gild the ruins of ancient Philippi in an experience of rare tranquillity.
What to expect
Your private guide drives you 15 km inland to Krinides, where warm sulphurous mud pools bubble near ancient springs — locals have bathed here for therapeutic purposes since antiquity. You immerse, let the mineral-rich mud work its magic, then rinse in the adjacent spring water. Re-energised, you continue to Philippi as the afternoon crowds thin, walking the Via Egnatia and the theatre with the ruins glowing in the low Macedonian sun — a moment of pure, unhurried magnificence.
Good to know
Bring a swimsuit and a change of clothes — the mud is enthusiastic. The baths are rustic and authentic rather than spa-polished; that is precisely their charm. This tour works best for afternoon port calls or ships with a late all-aboard (7 pm or later). Book your private guide at least 2 weeks ahead and confirm port arrival/departure times.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Kavala — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Kavala
- Ancient Philippi: Private Expert-Led Archaeological Journey
- Kavala Castle & Panagia Old Town: Private Hilltop Immersion
- Ktima Biblia Chora: Private Winery Tour & Vertical Tasting
- Thassos Island Day: Private Sailing Escape to the 'Emerald Isle'
- Nestos River Gorge & Xanthi Old Town: Private Cultural Safari