This homonymous mountain is covered by luxuriant vegetation with orchards and olive plantations and dominates the scenery. Through the
forests and the marvelous cobblestone pavements you find the 24 villages of Mount Pelion with its characteristic mansions. In the coastline
we discover isolated seashores with a wide spectrum of colors, sandy beaches and picturesque fishing villages. A perfect combination of
walking and swimming with admiring views in almost every track!
Day 1 Airport - Vizitsa
Your guide meets you at the airport to transfer you to your hotel in Vizitsa village, 30 km east of Volos. Once you have checked in, you can walk around Vizitsa to explore the village with the traditional stone houses of Pelion. Dinner and overnight
stay at Vizitsa.
Day 2 Vizitsa - Pinakates - Kala Nera - Vizitsa
We start our trek by walking to Pinakates village. One of the few traditional stone-built houses left in this region. Afterwards we follow an old stone path and make our way to the Kala Nera beach. You are able to swim in the Pagasitikos Gulf and we will eat lunch at a small restaurant in Kala Nera. Dinner and overnight stay at Vizitsa.
On today’s hike we cross Mount Pelion from West to East. We start to walk for about 10 minutes until we get to the village of Milies. We then head to Ksourichti via the forest road (at the beginning of the path) through chestnut trees. Before we continue
our hike to Tsangarada village and hear the stories from the oldest plane tree in Greece, more than 1200 years old, we will have our picnic beside a lovely white painted chapel on the hillside. After that, we will descend to Damouchari beach with the help of one of the most beautiful old stone paths. Dinner and overnight stay at Damouchari.
Trekking altitude:
500m 360m 800m 0m
Trekking time:
6 - 7 hours
Total time:
8 - 9 hours
Day 4 Damouchari - Fakistra - Damouchari
From Damouchari we take the coastal path that follows the sea and which takes us to Fakistra beach with crystal clear waters to have our picnic and swim. During the walk we have a magnificent view at the Aegean Sea. Late in the afternoon we will return along the same path to Damouchari. Dinner and overnight stay at Damouchari.
Trekking altitude:
0m 150m 0m 150m 0m
Trekking time:
4 - 5 hours
Total time:
7 - 8 hours
Day 5 Damouchari - Agios Ioannis - Kissos - Chania
We start from Damouchari in the opposite direction towards Agios Ioannis with another magnificent beach Papa Nero and follow the path along the shore. There is an opportunity to jump into the provocative and alluring waters before we start our climb to Chania. On route we will pass from Kissos village and have our picnic in the chestnut tree forest. The hard walk finishes just below the ski station of Pelion and traverse to rejoin the track and descend to the village of Chania. Dinner and overnight stay in Chania.
Trekking altitude:
0m 100m 0m 1260m 1200m
Trekking time:
6 - 7 hours
Total time:
8 - 9 hours
Day 6 Chania - Agriolefkes - Chania
From our guesthouse in Chania we follow the road up to the ski centre at 1580m and from there we will enjoy the fantastic views of both the Aegean Sea and the Pagasitikos Gulf. We continue through the forest of aspen and beech trees in a circular route back to Chania. Dinner and overnight stay in Chania.
Trekking altitude:
1200m 1580m 1200m
Trekking time:
5 - 6 hours
Total time:
6 - 7 hours
Day 7 Chania - Makrinitsa
Today we will follow the path that in Greek mythology was used by the Centaurs, who were half man half horse. This leads us to
the village of Portaria and then we continue along the road to Makrinitsa, which the local people call the Balcony of Pelion. Here we’ll see the old traditional houses and the best view of the Pagasitikos Gulf with the city of Volos. Dinner and overnight stay in Makrinitsa.
Trekking altitude:
1200m 780m
Trekking time:
5 - 6 hours
Total time:
6 - 7 hours
Day 8 Makrinitsa - Airport
Transfer from Makrinitsa to the airport.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PROGRAM T1 MOUNT PELION € 783, -- p.p.
Transfer times Airport to Vizitsa:
Airport of Anchialos
1,5 hour
Airport of Thessaloniki
3,5 hours
Airport of Athens
5 hours
Included in the price:
Experienced and licensed trekking guide
Transfer of your luggage
Transfer from and to the airport
7 nights bed & breakfast in local guest houses, based on double rooms
13 meals: 7 dinners, 1 lunch, 5 picnics
Local taxes
Not included in the price:
A single room is possible on request and at an extra cost of € 140, -- per person
The lunch on day 1
All beverages i.e. tea/coffee
Airplane tickets
Anything which is not mentioned inside the program
Necessary items for trekking days:
Bottle/flask of water (1 litre per day)
Rucksack
Sun protection
Waterproof coat / wind stopper
WALKING BOOTS ARE RECOMMENDED!
Note:
The guide can at any time, change or modify the program at his own digression due to i.e. weather conditions,
or if there are circumstances which give the guide reason(s) to think any person(s) are in danger.
Every night at the dinner the guide will inform the guests for the following day ahead.
On the mornings where there are picnics, the picnic items will be divided among the guests just before leaving
for the day ahead and is the responsibility of the guide.
The luggage will be transferred by private car to the next location.
