Northern Greece Thermal/XC Beginners Camp
Pleasure flying thermals and XC
The best cross-country flying area in Greece is located in the north, protected by high mountains and within the influence of the continental climate. Reliable thermals and near-perfect topography create the ideal terrain here for beautiful thermal flights and creative XC adventures. Thanks to a large difference in altitude between the take-off and landing field, there is plenty of time for a comfortable entry into the first thermal.
On this tour we focus on two things: First, we focus on learning and improving thermal flying skills. We show you how to move optimally in the terrain to find thermals. Then we practice techniques to get the most out of the thermals.
We place a second emphasis on planning and executing carefree cross-country flights.
In easy-to-understand briefings in the morning, we will teach you the relevant theoretical basics, before you start to observe the perfect thermal circles in the upwind.
As always, the focus is on the fun of flying. At the same time, it is our ambition to improve the flying skills and theoretical understanding of every pilot. If you’ve had enough of cranking, just stop by the pool and enjoy the Greek hospitality.
flight instructors
Andy Flühlerflight instructor and ownerTraveling with Andy is an experience. You can always feel the joy of flying with him, discovering new things and experiencing adventures.
SHV/DHV flight instructor paragliding and delta
lic. Bi-place pilot
PPL/UL Pilot“Everyone should do what they do best!”
True to his motto “Everyone should do what they do best!” Andy made his love of travel his profession early on. Andy finds his way around anywhere in the world like no other. His enormous wealth of experience as a pilot, flight instructor (since 1989), tour guide and entrepreneur enables him to quickly identify the needs and wishes of fellow travelers and to look after and support each individual individually. Traveling with Andy is an experience. You can always feel his joy when he discovers something new or strange adventures await him and his group.
Dominic RohnerFlight instructor and ownerAs an experienced flight instructor, passionate XC pilot and globetrotter, Dominic ensures that you are in the right place at the right time thanks to his flying and organizational expertise. He is happy to share his knowledge and experience with everyone.
SHV Flight Instructor
Liz. Biplace Pilot
XC Genius
Competition pilot
Verena SieglFlight instructor and performance trainerVerena is the versatile guide on your tour; through her experience she can perfectly accompany you in the air or give you the most important tips from the ground.
DHV flight instructor
DHV Performance Trainer
German women record holder in free track
Tour guide
Andy Flühler, Verena Siegl, Dominic Rohner
Getting there
Zurich – Thessaloniki – Zurich or from a suitable German airport.
Combi info
This tour can be combined with the trips listed below. When booking an additional trip, it is booked without the flight. Please deselect arrival option.
Local drives
All local trips in FlywithAndy bus and rental bus.
Accommodation
Country-typical hotel, double room incl. breakfast. Single rooms are limited.
Requirements
SHV/DHV Pilot or IPPI 4.
Language
Our guides speak English and will be happy to translate any information for you. However, the main language of the tour is usually German.
Included services
Flight / airport taxes, accommodation in double room incl. breakfast, briefings, theory inputs, transportation and fuel, retrieve service, provision of live tracking for your safety, support and organization.
Not included
Insurance, dinner.
Possible combination trips
