Where to Stay in Tzoumerka: Stone Villages, Gorges and Waterfalls

Tzoumerka is a wild mountain range between Ioannina, Arta and Trikala, less known than Zagori but just as beautiful, with stone villages, deep gorges, waterfalls and old stone bridges. Here are the partner hotels we book for our guests.

Where to stay: choose your base

• Pramanta and Melissourgoi – the heart of Tzoumerka, close to the Anemotrypa cave and the high peaks.
• Kalentzi – on the Ioannina side, the closest to the city.
• Vourgareli – on the Arta side, among fir forests.

Our partner hotels in Tzoumerka

We work directly with these hotels. Tell us your dates and we reply within 24 hours with availability and a personal offer, including your private transfer if you wish.

How to get to Tzoumerka

Tzoumerka is about 1 hour to 1 h 15 by car from Ioannina, and around 4 h 30 from Athens. Buses to the villages are rare, so a private transfer is the easiest way. See Thessaloniki – Ioannina & Zagori or all our transfer routes.

What to do

• Walk to the stone bridge of Plaka over the Arachthos river.
• See the villages of Kalarites and Syrrako, hanging over the gorge.
• Visit the Anemotrypa cave near Pramanta.
• Combine with Zagori – read where to stay in Zagori.
• Spend a day in Ioannina – see where to stay in Ioannina & Metsovo.

Frequently asked questions

Tzoumerka or Zagori?

Zagori is better known, with more hotels and famous sights like the Vikos Gorge. Tzoumerka is wilder and quieter, with fewer visitors.

How far is Tzoumerka from Ioannina?

About 1 hour to 1 h 15 by car, depending on the village.

When is the best time to visit?

Spring and autumn for walks and waterfalls; winter for snow and fireplaces.