Zagoria and Vikos Gorge from Parga

4.9 (13 reviews) Epirus, Greece
Duration9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Travel through wonderful scenery to the beautiful mountain villages of Zagoria and see the breathtaking Vikos Gorge. These tiny sleepy villages nestle beneath pine-clad towering peaks, are made up of humble stone cottages and grand mansions that were once connected only by paths and old stone bridges. Pause at the village of Monodendri and visit the 15th-century Agia Paraskevi Monastery.
Admire the large Vikos Gorge and learn about its history from your guide. Enjoy a traditional lunch in the middle of the day. Travel in a small group.

What's included

  • please mention diets and/or allergies
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Driver/guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Food and drinks (except what is included)
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. 5m
    The monument to the proud women of the Pindos
    In November 1940, the Greek soldiers had been fortified in the mountains and were fighting in the area of ​​Vrysochori.
    Due to the distance from Zagori, the nearest village, they faced serious problems with their supply of ammunition food and water, however.The women of Zagori actively participated in the war with their timely supplies to the Greek forces that were fighting to stop the fascist invaders, who were trying to reach Metsovo through the valley of Aoos.
  2. Stone Forest
    Pass by
    Drive through the unique Stone forest of Monodendri
  3. Vikos Gorge
    30m
    Oxia - Balkony of Vikos Gorge
  4. 1h
    Walk to the Monastery of Agia Paraskevi
  5. Monodendri
    1h
    Enjoy a traditionally chicken pie at the stonebuild Monodendri hotel.
  6. Kokkori Bridge
    20m
    Bridge of Kokkori and Kalogeriko
  7. Bridge of Plakidas
    20m
    Plakidas bridge is spotted close to Kipi and Koukouli villages in the area of Central Zagori. For years on end it served the residents of the two villages in their transportation and rural activities. It stands out for its unique architecture, as it is one of the few three-stringer bridges that exist, so there is no wonder that it is one of the most photographed bridges in Zagori. In the beginning the bridge was wooden, however with the contribution of Serafeim, the abbot of Kipi’s Monastery, it was reconstructed with stone. Because of that, the bridge was named “Kalogeriko”, which means “of the abbot”. After 1865 it was repaired by Alexis Plakidas, to whom it owes its current name.
  8. Ioannina Region
    20m
    Coffee stop near Ioannina at the morning 9before the above) and at afternoon ( after the bridges) .

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Karteri at Avin petrol station 09:10

Meeting point

Cross road at Kalodiki lake / E55 09:00

Meeting point

08:50

Meeting point

08:45

Meeting point

BP petrol station at Bus station 08:45

Meeting point

Rezi/Bus stop at football field 08:40

Meeting point

Express market at top road 08:35

Meeting point

Valtos turnoff at Alea resort 08:35

Meeting point

Four roads Med 08:30

Meeting point

Valtos Beach, Cactus bar 08:30

End point

Karteri at Avin petrol station 09:10

End point

Cross road at Kalodiki lake / E55 09:00

End point

08:50

End point

08:45

End point

BP petrol station at Bus station 08:45

End point

Rezi/Bus stop at football field 08:40

End point

Express market at top road 08:35

End point

Valtos turnoff at Alea resort 08:35

End point

Four roads Med 08:30

End point

Valtos Beach, Cactus bar 08:30

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Infant meals not included
  • Minimum age: 4 years old
  • It is not recommended for people with walking problems

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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