Trail difficulty grading system

Why we use the grading system Travelling on foot in mountains and hilly terrain is better measured in hours than in distance, as the steepness of the terrain, the altitude and the quality of the path defines how fast – or slow – you travel. In most walking or trekking programmes it simply does not…

SKIING IN GREECE?!?

Greece is very well known as a holiday destination. It has a lot to offer, sandy beaches, beautiful islands, and a lot of ancient monuments and history. That is why millions of people visit the country each year! There is a well kept secret though, that people outside of Greece don’t really know; even people…

pindos mountainbike trail

Mountainbike Pindos Trail

Mountainbike Pindos Trail Grade 3 Duration: 8 days Total distance: 170km Route on map Mountainbike Pindos Trail. A real mountain paradise with rivers, waterfalls, trails, and forests! We bike through Zagori, arched bridges, and visit the Vikos gorge! Once you enter this mountainous landscape you will think that you are in another country!! This is…

merchants trail in Zagori

Merchants Trail hiking tour in Zagori

Merchants Trail hiking tour in Zagori Grade 3 6 – 7 hours 14 Km route on map This wonderful circular hike is ideal for travelers who wish to discover the natural beauty of Central Zagori villages and its iconic arched bridges. The tour will give us the opportunity to see, admire and walk on the…

Drakolimni alpine lake

The Legendary Alpine Lake Drakolimni

The Legendary Alpine Lake Drakolimni Grade 3 9 hours 18 Km (+1200m) Route on map The legentary alpine lake Drakolimni (Dragonlake) hike, starts from the village of Mikro Papigo in a wonderful forest. This is “alpine style” hiking as we ascent to the high medows of mt. Timfi and climb to the highest points of…

snowshoeing in Zagori

Snowshoeing in Zagori

Snowshoeing in Zagori Grade 2 4 hours 7 Km Vradeto Snowshoeing during winter when all is covered in snow. A winter wonderland is around Zagori and we organize snowshoe hikes for everybody! During winter when all is covered in snow, the villagers have disovered ways to move on the deep snow. What we call today…

vikos gorge hike

Zagori: Hiking the Vikos Gorge

Zagori: Hiking the Vikos Gorge Grade 3 6 – 8 hours  13 Km route on map Zagori: Hiking the Vikos gorge is not to be missed! It’s well known for beeing the deepest gorge in the country and for its big variety of wildlife.  Starting the long 12 km crossing we will have the chance…

voidomatis river

Voidomatis trail

Voidomatis trail /FAMILY FRIENDLY/ Grade 2 3 hours 6 Km Route on map Geological hike – From the Ice Age until today Voidomatis trail : Much smaller in size to the neighboring Vikos gorge, the Voidomatis gorge features the crystal clear Voidomatis River, as well as traditional stone bridges and Monasteries. The hike takes place…

vikos highlights

Vikos gorge highlights birth of a river

Vikos gorge highlights , from Papigo to Vikos village Grade 3 4-5 hours Distance 8 Km Route on map Vikos gorge highlights :Birth of a river – Vikos Gorge. Crosses the heart of Vikos -Aoos National park and the Voidomatis springs, where a river is born! This moderate difficulty hike, crosses the heart of Vikos…

vradeto steps zagori greece

Hiking Vradeto Steps

Hiking Vradeto Steps (Family friendly hike) Grade 2 3 1/2 hours 8 Km Route on map Hiking Vradeto Steps is  a great way to experience the  view  to the Vikos Gorge, a breath taking view, as we stand on the edge of the high cliffs. We start from the highest village of Zagori, Vradeto, towards…