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LanguagesGerman, English, Dutch, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
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Overview
Join a guided hiking retreat in Karpathos, where you’ll discover the island’s stunning landscapes and charming villages. Experience the turquoise ocean views and diverse trails, perfect for hikers of all levels. Enjoy traditional Greek and luxurious accommodations, daily breakfasts, lunches, and a farewell dinner, while engaging with local culture during your stay. With expert guides leading you through scenic routes, this retreat promises an insightful journey into the heart of Karpathos.
- Duration: 8 days, of which 5 days of guided hikes and many cultural experiences
- Includes 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and a farewell dinner
- Small group size for personalized attention (max 12 participants)
- Airport transfers and guided hikes included, with options for single accommodations
What's included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Airport transfer and hiking tour transfers.
What to expect
Day 1: Arrival to Karpathos
Karpathos Town (Pigadia)
2h
Airport pick-up and drop off at the accommodation. Welcome drinks with meze and information about the schedule of the week.
Day 2: Mesochori Walk
Mesochori
5h
Breakfast is served. We drive to the west-coast up to Mesochori for a beautiful walk by the rough coastline (Easy walk with some constant height differences. Distance: 7km, height difference: min. 0m / max 210m). We have lunch in Aperi on the way back to Pigadia.
Day 3: The open air museum of Olympos to Diafani
Olympos, Karpathos
5h
Breakfast is served followed by a 1.5 hour scenic drive to the North to go for our Olympos-Diafani Hike (Moderate mainly downhill walk. Distance: 7km, height difference: min. 0m / max 327m). Lunch is served in Diafani and we spend the night in the North.
Day 4: Ancient Vrougounda followed by donkeys
St. John Vrykountas
6h
Breakfast is served in the North. We make a short drive to Avlona, a little more north from Diafani and Olympos, to start the ancient Vrougounda hike (Moderate to challenging, first downhill and going back up hill. Distance: 9.5km, height difference: min. 0m / max 311m). This hike goes down to the beach and back up to the village of Avlona where we will have lunch. We drive back to Pigadia afterwards and the evening is free to spend as you like.
Day 5: From a pirate story in Menetes to the ancient Arkesia
Agia Sofia - Paleokastro
5h
Breakfast is served followed by a transfer to Menetes. We hike from the southern pirate village of Menetes through the farm land into ancient Arkesia, nowadays known as Arkassa (Easy mainly downhill walk. Distance: 7km, height difference: min. 0m / max 420m). There we will enjoy a freshly brewed cup of coffee at one of the local kafeneons followed by a lunch in Othos.
Day 6: The island's mountain ridge
Spoa
6h
Breakfast is served. We drive to the most narrow bit of Karpathos near Spoa and walk towards Lastos where the highest peak of the island is also located (Challenging hike, with rough terrain up and down hill. Distance: 8.5km, height difference: min. 0m / max 667m). We get to enjoy a lunch in one of the most remote tavernas on the Dodecanese islands. From there we drive back to Pigadia to relax in the afternoon.
Day 7: Independence day (25th of March) or free day
Karpathos Town (Pigadia)
4h
Breakfast is served. Coming in March? Today the entire island will be busy with celebrations of the Greek independence day. We will provide an optional program to see the festivities or you can enjoy this free day as you wish.
Farewell dinner in the evening to say goodbye to our new friends.
Day 8: Departure Day
Karpathos
30m
Breakfast is served. The day can be spend as you like depending on your travel arrangements. Departure for the airport.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We will pick you up at the arrival hall. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with Art and Walk written on it.
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
