Spring and autumn are attractive prospects, when the weather is warm and the crowds manageable.
Getting there
Planes
Touch down at Thessaloniki Airport, which can be reached directly from London Gatwick. It takes about 30 minutes to drive from the airport to a hotel in the city centre.
Trains
Trains run between Athens and Thessaloniki, passing through Larissa and Meteora along the way.
Automobiles
Having your own car isn't really necessary – you can reach all the key sights by bike, bus or taxi.