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ZAGORI HIKING DELIGHT, EPIRUS, 5-day ROAD TRIP IN GREECE

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ZAGORI HIKING DELIGHT, EPIRUS, GREECE

5-day trip in Greece by campervan

THE ADVENTURE

Days: 5
Destination: Greece
Starting: Athens, Thessaloniki, Ioannina
Ending: Athens, Thessaloniki, Ioannina

Group size: 6 – 16
Ages: 12+
Difficulty: moderate
Type: Roadtrip, Cultural, Hiking

Highlights

* Zagori * Vradeto * Vikos Gorge * Hiking
* Kapesovo * Vitsa * Koukouli * Kipi * Dilofo
* Voidomatis River 
* National Park of Vikos-Aoos

DAY 1:

ARRIVAL – ELATI

Meeting with the group in Thessaloniki and driving to Elati village. Dinner and overnight stay.
30min. drive

 

DAY 2:

ELATI -BELOI-VRADETO

We dive to the highest village of Zagori called Vradeto. From there, following a beautiful path at the edges of Vikos Gorge we arrive to the viewpoint Beloi (1350m), where we have the chance to have a panoramic view of the paths that we will follow the upcoming days. We return to Vradeto village and from there we continue downhill to Kapesovo village through the famous steps of Vradeto (stone path built in the 16th century at the slopes of Vikos Gorge). Transfer back to Elati. March duration 4 hours. Afternoon transfer to Roka Agricultural guesthouse where we get a tour about the everyday life of a local producer.

We also try traditional looming, and learn about the product of Feta! After tasting a dinner with homemade products.

 

DAY 3:

VITSA – KOUKOULI- KIPI – VITSA

We hike from Vitsa to Koukouli, Kipi, where we tour around the old bridges that connected the villages, years ago. The walk starts from Vitsa, down hilling the Vitsa Steps, in the heart of Vikos Gorge. We cross one of the famous arched bridges and start up hilling towards Koukouli. The village square calls for refreshment!! The walk continues to Kipi, where we rest and see some more beautiful bridges, a real work of art! Through densed forest we hike to Dilofo, a village protected as a monument of local architecture. We rest at the square and walk back to Vitsa.

Transfer back to Elati, free afternoon – Dinner
Duration: 5-6 hours

 

DAY 4:

VIKOS TO MIKRO PAPIGO

We hike in the heart of the National Park of Vikos-Aoos, down hilling the north-west face of Vikos Gorge, towards the Voidomatis springs. En route, we will have exceptional panoramic views of the upper Voidomatis gorge, Astraka Towers and the picturesque Papigo villages. As soon as we reach the springs, we will have the chance to visit the ancient Monastery and to have an optional swim in the crystal clear bubbling waters of Voidomatis River. After resting, we will continue uphill for approximately 45 minutes, with direction to Vikos village, where our hike will come to an end, with panoramic views over the deepest canyon in the world, according to the Guiness Book of Records!

Transfer back to Elati. (March duration: 4 hours)

 

DAY 5:
Depending on departure time, we visit the bridges around Kipi village, and the cultural museum of Agapios Tolis.

Departure

 
 

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • Local qualified guide
  • 4 nights in campervan
  • Comprehensive insurance
  • All local transfers and luggage transfers according the itinerary
  • 5 hiking days on moderate trails
  • Insurance

GNTO License: 0622E60000035601

Meet our campers!

For 2 persons Microcamper

For 3 persons Pop-up roof Microcamper & 4x4 with roof tent

For 4 persons Campervan

For 4 persons Campervan Mini Bus

Book your Adventure

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 make sense to mention the distance. That is why we indicate the walking hours. Please note that the walking hours mentioned in our grading system only is indicative.

Grade 1
Easy hikes that anyone with good health can do. Short hikes of 2-4 hours a day. The paths are in good conditions and mainly flat. Requires no special equipment.

Grade 2
Easier walking at reasonable good paths. The walking time will be 4-6 hours usually in hilly terrain. Everyone in good health and a normal physical fitness can participate. Requires good footwear such as trekking shoes or hiking boots.

Grade 3
Walking in hilly or mountainous terrain, with longer ascents and descents. You will walk 5-7 hours a day. Requires good fitness
and good health but no technical experience. Requires good footwear such as trekking or hiking boots.

Grade 4
Trekking with daily walks of 6-8 hours, often in difficult terrain and higher altitude. There will be longer ascents and descents. Requires endurance and strong knees and ankles. Requires good hiking boots and "outdoor" clothing. There will be major fluctuations in temperatures.

Grade 5
Longer treks of several weeks, involving sleeping in tents and with daily walks of 6-8 hour in demanding terrain. There can be longer climbs over high passes in altitude around 5.000 meter/17.000 feet. Requires good fitness and endurance ability. Previous trekking experience is recommendable. Requires good hiking boots and regular outdoor clothing. There will be major fluctuations in temperatures.