Experience our 3-day hiking / trekking adventure in Zagori, Ioannina, Greece

Enjoy a multi hiking tour at one of the most famous mountainous destination of Greece, the amazing Zagoria villages with their unique landscapes and traditional architecture.

3 3 Difficulty Trekking 265,00 € / Person

Holiday Overview

Zagori area is the perfect hiking destination for those who love both nature and picturesque traditional villages. Our hiking / trekking activity takes place at the region of Zagori, Ioannina, located at the Pindus mountains range in Epirus, in northwestern Greece.

Due to its geographical remoteness, it has a unique nature, architecture and traditions. We will hike / trek through dense forests with rich flora and fauna, emblematic stone villages - in total 46 villages known as Zagori villages (or Zagorochoria or Zagorohoria), alongside beautiful rivers with natural pools and will discover marsterful stone bridges made entirely with stones, monasteries carved into the mountains and magnificent views to the surrounding area.

Zagori is part of the Vickos - Aoos National Park which belongs in the Natura 2000 ecological network and is also a UNESCO Geopark. We will hike inside the amazing Vickos gorge, into some of the most magnificent old trails of the area, up to the mountains and through the traditional villages. An ultimate hiking experience in Greece.

You can combine this tour with our relaxing rafting experience in Voidomatis river, one of the clearest rivers of Europe,

Holiday Outline

DAY 1 Kipi-Monodendri

DAY 2 Monodendri-Vikos

DAY 3 Papigo-Natural Pools

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Itinerary

DAY 1

Kipi-Monodendri

Hiking route from Kipi village to Monodendri.

Our day starts from the main square of Kipi village where we will meet with the rest hikers of our group. Our guide will first brief you and soon we will start our tour parallelly to the main road until we reach the famous old stone bridge of Plakida.

From there we will follow a beautiful path inside a forest of beech and oak trees. We will walk down into the Vikos gorge and after crossing the “Misiou” stone bridge we will walk onto the old steps of Vitsa to reach this traditional village which is built just at the edge of the gorge. Very soon after that, we will reach the village of Monodendri. It definitely worths it to visit the main square of the village and taste local pies together with homemade wine.

Distance: 9.3 km

Estimate Time: 5 h

Elevation: Gain 353 m., Loss 654 m.

Overnight at Monodendri

DAY 2

Monodendri-Vikos

Hiking tour from Monodendri until Vikos.

We will start our day from Monodendriand after we pass through the village we will find the entrance of the path (Monodendri steps) that will take us to the core of the gorge (1.5 km downhill elevation difference of 375 m).

For the next 9 km. we will hike to different elevation rates in a wonderful scenery with big laminated stones. We will always have Vikos river at our right hand side. Upon request, we can visit the springs of Voidomatis River that flow underground. Afterwards we will continue in the same path that will lead us to the village of Vikos. We will conclude our route to Megalo Papingo village and rest for the night in a guest room or hotel. In the afternnon, you can walk through the narrow streets of village and enjoy its traditional architecture.

Distance: 12 km.

Estimate Time: 6-7 h

Elevation: Gain 699 m., Loss 1011 m.

Overnight Megalo Papingo

DAY 3

Papigo-Natural Pools

Our 3^rd day starts by hiking the scenic route to Mikro Papingo, a village very popular for its caves which were inhabited since the Neolithic time.

We will continue our route uphill until we reach the red Lithari which is between the towers of Astraka and the Gorge of Vikos with stunning views of the Albanian mountains. We will use the same path to return but this time we will go through the gorgeous little village of Mikro Papigo, which was built in the 14th century. We will rest and enjoy our lunch there. After exploring the village, we will continue towards the gorge Rogovou with its unique natural pools with cold running water - a great place for a relaxing bath.

At the end of our tour, we will reach the point where we started the first day.

Distance: 8 km.

Estimate Time: 4-5 h.

Elevation: Gain 677 m.,Loss 660 m.

Holiday Information

Participation fee : min 02 persons

If you wish to book a different date beyond the predefined, please contact us

	265.0 € / Person
SGL / Supplement	30.0 € / Person

H/B Supplement	30.0 € / Person ( 2 Dinners)
F/B Supplement	50.0 € / Person ( 2 Dinners and 2 Lunches)

Minimum number of participants: 1 person

Meeting point and time: At Kipi Village Square, at the arranged time

Implementation period: end of May to October

Difficulty level: 4th degree

Participation terms: Fulfillment of participation document, prepayment of participation fee, physical and mental health.

Suitable for ages: 8-80 years

Services included: 2 overnight stays in 3 - star hotels or traditional guest houses ( Bed & Breakfast), The rates are per person sharing double / twin, All transefers according to the itinerary, Local transfer to starting point, Experienced English speaking local guide, Third party insurance, All the taxes

Not Included: Personal expenses, Drinks and beverages, Anything not mention clearly above, Overnight Taxes

What participants should have with them:
Please try to travel as light as possible; remember that you must carry everything you bring on all the days' walk.
* Small, comfortable rucksack (30-40 litres) with padded straps and waist belt, internal frame preferred; waterproof liner recommended to keep clothing, etc. dry inside.
* Sturdy, worn in trekking shoes
* Good waterproof top with hood
* Warm clothes, both for windy / cold daytime conditions and for the cool evenings (fleece tops or similar)
* Shorts and long trousers for walking, preferably quick-drying material (cotton or polycotton not denim)
* Sweatshirts or T-shirts for walking, at least one with long sleeves and collar (against sun-burn)
* Sunglasses, towel, sun hat or cap, sun block
* Penknife
* Water bottle
* Wash bag and simple first aid kit (plasters or blister kit, aspirin or similar, antiseptic)
* Photographers: bring your cameras
* Torch (head torch if you have one)
* Walking sticks

NOTES:
Please note that this itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of the tour leader, according to local and weather conditions.