Wild mountains and rivers adventure

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Have you even been to a place, unknown to most of the world, but so beautiful and magical, that you want to keep it secret for yourself, yet, at the same time, scream it out to the world? Have you ever thought of Greece as a place with wild and steep mountains, deep gorges and wild rivers, ideal for adventure holidays? You simply have to join us on our “Wil...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Explore on foot Athens, the city where democracy was born
    • Visit some of the most beautiful and unspoiled traditional Greek villages
    • Explore the magical lake Plastira on a kayak or hydro-bike
    • Enjoy horseback riding in the lush meadows of Pertouli, surrounded by dense forests
    • Climb the Vradeto steps and enjoy the stunning views over Vikos gorge from Beloi viewpoint
    • Hike through Vikos Gorge, one of the deepest gorges in the world
    • Go rafting in one of Europe’s cleanest rivers, Voidomatis
    • Taste delicious local food and wines
    • Follow the ancient paths of the monks and visit the cliff – top monasteries of Meteora

What's this trip about?

    Have you even been to a place, unknown to most of the world, but so beautiful and magical, that you want to keep it secret for yourself, yet, at the same time, scream it out to the world? Have you ever thought of Greece as a place with wild and steep mountains, deep gorges and wild rivers, ideal for adventure holidays? You simply have to join us on our “Wild Mountains & rivers” adventure and discover the secret beauty of the Greek mainland! Traditional stone-made villages untouched by time, lush fir forests, alpine landscapes, magical lakes and rivers, arch stone bridges, delicious local food and the hospitality of the local people are waiting for you to explore them! Take advantage of Greece’s mild weather and enjoy a week long adventure beyond the beaten path.

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Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityAthens
End CityAthens

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Family Friendly
  • High Adventure
  • Hiking & Walking
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Greece

Attractions

  • Athens
  • Meteora

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding & Equestrian
  • Kayaking
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Rafting
  • Whitewater rafting
  • Wildlife viewing

Trip includes

    • Trails Beyond tour leader for the whole trip, local guides & activity instructors
    • 6 days of accommodation in 3* hotels and traditional guesthouses, based on double occupancy
    • Meals: 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 3 dinners
    • Transfer to/from Athens Int. airport on days 1 & 7, private transportation for the whole trip, fuel consumption and tolls
    • Entrance fees to Meteora monasteries
    • Cost for all activities included in the tour program and all the necessary equipment
    • All taxes

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Athens – Exploring the city

Accommodation: 3*  Hotel in Athens

Upon arrival in Athens International Airport, you are met and welcomed by our team. You transfer to your hotel and, since your fellow travel companions arrive in different times of the day, you have the day free to explore the...

Day 2: Athens – Lake Plastira – Elati

Meals: Breakfast and Picnic Lunch

Accommodation: 3* Hotel in Elati

Activity duration: approx. 1.5 hour, level of difficulty: easy

Early in the morning, we depart with direction the dreamy Lake Plastira, a destination that harmonically combines ser...

Day 3: Elati – Pertouli – Vitsa

Meals: Breakfast, Snack lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Traditional Guesthouse in Vitsa

Hike duration: 1 hour, level of difficulty: easy

After breakfast, we will drive to Pertouli meadows, a beautiful plateau, surrounded by mountains with dense fo...

Day 4: Vradeto steps, Beloi viewpoint & Zagoria arch stone bridges

Meals: Breakfast, Snack lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Traditional Guesthouse in Vitsa

After breakfast, we will drive towards Kapesovo village. From there, following the beautiful stone trail of Vradeto steps, we’ll reach the highest village of Zagori, ...

Day 5: Crossing Vikos Gorge

Meals: Breakfast and Snack lunch

Accommodation: Traditional guesthouse in Papigko

(Total Hike duration: 5.5 – 6 hours / Level of difficulty: moderate to challenging)

This morning, we will take one of the best and most impressive hiking trails in a...

Day 6: Papigo (rafting) – Meteora

Meals: Breakfast, Picknick lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: 3* Hotel in Meteora

Activity duration: approx. 2 hours in the water – 3.5 hrs total, level of difficulty: easy

Prepare yourselves for rafting in one of the clearest rivers in Europe! Start...

Day 7: Meteora – Athen

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

(Total Hike duration: 2 – 3 hours / Level of difficulty: easy to moderate/ Total Distance: 6km / Altitude difference: 280m)

What a better way to wake up rather than admiring the spectacular sandstone rocks of Meteora, rising ov...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,038
Price per day$148
Single supplement (single occupancy)$148
Last Updated: 12/22/2021

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Trails Beyond Reviews & Ratings

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Ingrid

Aug 2016

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Explorers our expectations were high and met, even exceeded in many areas!

As off the beaten track explorers our expectations were high and met, even exceeded in many areas! Danae and Stavros spent the week driving us and sharing many authe...

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Robert

May 2016

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Our guides, Danae and Stavros, were so warm and friendly.

I can’t recommend this tour and Trails Beyond enough. The Greek mountains are breathtakingly beautiful, photos can’t do them justice. The hotels we stayed in were ve...

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Antonio

Jan 2016

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This tour was amazing, a big experience.

Exploration, nature, action, history, food, freedom, landscape, stars, moon… this tour was amazing, a big experience. Everybody love exploration and to feel radical ...

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Nick

Jan 2016

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Combining adventure

We never thought that Greece mainland would be so beautiful and there are so many secret places that if it wasn’t for Trails Beyond, we wouldn’t have been there! Com...

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Cris Econ

Jan 2016

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Enjoy a trip under Trails beyond guidance.

It was an excellent choice of ours to enjoy a trip under Trails beyond guidance. The places were amazing and it seemed like we wouldn’t find our way around if it was...

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Trails Beyond is mostly known for its authenticity, personalized approach and attention to quality and detail. We run small groups. We are a company made of and for travelers, dedicated to offering authentic adventure experience in Greece’s lesser-known places. In Trails Beyond it is all about YOU; you are our guests and we always strive so that you get the utmost of your holidays in Greece! Our passion for travel, nature and Greece, our local expertise and focus on sustainability is what makes us stand out.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International airfares
    • Travel insurance, mandatory
    • Hotel transfers to/from airports other than Athens airport or on different dates than day 1 & 7
    • Any meals not specified in the itinerary, any beverages or alcoholic drinks during meals
    • Optional activities that are not included in the day-to-day itinerary
    • Other expenses of personal nature and tips

Accommodation

,Value - 3 start level accommodations - Trips labeled “Value” fall into a mid-range budget and the accommodations can range from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Arion Athens Hotel / Acropolis Hill Selene guesthouse / En Chora Vezitsa Nikos & Ioulis Tsoumani / To Rodi Meteoritis hotel

Transportation & Flights

Ground transportation with private minivan is included,

Transportation & flights

Ground transportation with private minivan is included
Guides
A Trails Beyond tour guide accompanies the group during the whole trip.
Cancellation policy

You, or any member of your party, may cancel your tour at any time providing that the cancellation is made by the lead name in writing. Notice of cancellation will be effective upon receipt of your written communication and acknowledgement by Trails Beyond or its authorized agents. As we start to incur costs from the time the contract is confirmed, cancellation fees will apply as shown below. The date of the cancellation notice is the date said notice is received by the Company.

  • If you cancel within 14 days from your booking We will retain only $57 per person for administration costs
  • If you cancel more than 60 days prior to departure We will only retain the deposit 30%
  • If you cancel between 59 days and 30 days prior to departure We will retain the deposit plus 20% of the tour cost
  • If you cancel between 29 days and 15 days prior to departure We will retain 60% of the tour cost
  • If you cancel less than 15 days prior to departure We will retain 85% of the tour cost
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
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Meals Included

6 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches and 3 Dinners

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
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