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Ammoundia Holidays

Ammoundia Holidays

Ammoundia Holidays at a glance

The picturesque village of Ammoudia in Preveza with its wonderful sandy beach and the important water biotope is built on the mouth of the river Acheron, known from the mythology. It is 47 km from Preveza, 17 km from Parga and 45 km from Igoumenitsa. According to tradition, Odysseus started his journey from this beautiful corner of the prefecture of Preveza and following the river Acheron and the lake Acherousia reached the ancient Mycenean colony Efyra and the famous Nekromanteio (Oracle of the Dead).

Key Facts - Ammoundia

Language
Greek
Currency
Euro
Dialling Code
00 30
Time Difference
+2 GMT
Airport
Preveza (PVK)
Flight Duration
4 hours (Approx)
Distance From Airport
43km
Airport Transfer (Coach)
45 mins
Airport Transfer (Taxi)
35 mins

Ammoundia Holidays - Destination Profile

Book you holidays to Ammoundia with Olympic Holidays the leading specialist tour operator to Greece with over 40 years expertise in offering quality holidays at great value. As well package holidays to Ammoundia, we offer an excellent range of hotels in Ammoundia. For great savings on holidays to Ammoundia book online or call our reservations team, lowest price guaranteed!!!

Ammoundia Holidays - Things to see

Wetlands: A conservation site boasting plenty of special rare of bird pelicans, water buffalos etc.

Necromandio: The entrance to Hades where the ancient Greeks went to speak to the dead.

Acheron River: Beautiful water that is sourced from the mountains. The spectacular scenery is perfect walking territory and is now protected by the local authorities.

Zalogo: Statue of the woman of Souli who sacrificed themselves by jumping off the mountain to escape capture by the troops of Ali Pasha.

Nikopolis: A large archaeological site founded by Octavian in commemoration of his victory at the battle of Aktion.

Things to do on a Holiday in Ammoundia

Popular activities during holidays in Ammoundia include:

  • Various watersports including scuba diving.
  • Relaxing
  • Swimming
  • Walking

Ammoundia Holidays Excursions

Make your holidays to Parga extra special and book one of our wonderful excursions, we have a range of excursions that have been carefully selected to cater for everyone's interests. Some of our most popular excursions are:-

Paxos & Anti-Paxos: Swim in the crystal clear waters of the Ionian Sea. A day on the boat is worth two on the beach.

Zagoria Forgotten Villages: See the park in all its glory with its flora and fauna.

Secret Epirus: A day of discovery. Myths and legends which will amaze you. Discover the secret of Epirus - the Oracle of Nekromanteion, Zolongo and lunch by the river Acheron.

Meteora: See some of the most incredible sights in the world. The monasteries of Meteora, featured in "For Your Eyes Only".

Secret Epirus 1: Visiting the Oracle of Nekromanteion, time to walk in the river or lunch by the Acheron.

Corfu Delights: Sail the Ionian sea -shop till you drop or see the sights of Corfu town.

Ionian Cruise: You can see 7 different islands that belong to the Ionian sea. What a day!

For further information and to secure your place on all the above exciting days and nights out, see your Olympic representative in the resort. The best time to book would be at the Welcome Get Together on the day after arrival.

Ammoundia Holiday Weather

Max Temp F Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct
Parga 69 74 80 84 84 80 75
London 56 61 68 71 70 66 56
Sunshine Hours Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct
Parga 7 10 12 12 11 9 6
London 5 6 7 6 6 5 3

Getting Around on Ammoundia Holidays

  • Walking
  • Taxi
  • Car Hire: An excellent way of getting around during Ammoundia holidays, car hire gives you complete flexibility as well as the ability to see more of the island

Ammoundia Holidays Shopping

Bargains purchases for those taking holidays in Ammoundia include:

  • Some local liquors
  • Honey
  • Olive oil
  • Shoes
  • Bags
  • Jewellery

Ammoundia Holidays - Beaches

The Town Beach: A narrow shingle beach in front of the main harbour with all its amenities.

Valtos Beach: A large sandy beach with bars restaurants, sun beds and a variety of water sports including ringos, bananas, water skiing paragliding and pedaloes.

Lichnos Beach: A large shingle beach with sun beds, volleyball, bars, cafes and a supermarket.

All the above beaches can all be reached by road, water taxi or by foot.