Greece Meteora and Zagori Hike Tour
Hike Remote Mountains and Monasteries.
Rugged mountains and dramatic scenery await you on this hiking tour in remote northern Greece. We begin in Athens, then transfer to amazing Meteora. Our early evening hike explores a surreal landscape of eroded limestone escarpments and pinnacles whose tops are surmounted by precariously perched monasteries. The next five days are spent in the remote Zagori region, amongst the Pindus mountains. Amidst wooded peaks and steep gorges, you’ll find small villages with stone houses and slate roofs that were built by wealthy merchants centuries ago. Abandoned after WWII they are just now coming back to life as the local Greeks return and restore their ancestral homes. An ancient network of trails links the stone villages. An unspoiled wilderness featuring spectacular canyons and crystal-clear rivers makes for spectacular hiking. Zagori is still relatively free of tourists but it won’t remain this way for much longer!
Tour Essence
- Experience Athens and the Acropolis by night.
- Hike amongst Meteora’s perched medieval monasteries.
- Stay in charming restored stone houses in the Zagori villages
- Follow in the footsteps of Byzantine and Ottoman merchants who built the elegant arched bridges whose spans adorn the landscape.
- Savor fresh, authentic local cuisine.
- Learn the history and culture of the region over dinner with Elena in her home.
- Enjoy a wonderfully easy half day of rafting on the sapphire waters of the Voidomatis River.
- Hike to the edge of the stunning Vikos gorge
What to Expect
Start Location
Athens, GreeceEnd Location
Ioannina, GreeceOnce you have a trip confirmed, we will feed you a steady diet of additional pre-departure information that includes: How to train, prepare, pack and all the wonderful, inspirational and practical things you want and need to know before you go! Our Travel Advisors will be available to help plan your pre- and post-tour travel.
- Service of local, bilingual professional guides throughout the program
- All Accommodations
- 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 7 dinners.
- Special Events: 1/2 day of easy rafting, cooking event at Elena’s, Entrance to Meteora monastery.
- Transfers: All private transfers as per the itinerary starting with pick up from Athens Hotel and final transfer to Ioannina airport at the end of the tour.
- Luggage: transferred from hotel to hotel.
- Active days: 6 days of guided hiking
- All lodging
- 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 7 dinners.
Special Events:
- 1/2 day of easy rafting
- Cooking event at Elena’s
- Entrance to Meteora monastery
2024
Start Location
Athens, GreeceFly Into
Athens International AirportEnd Location
Ioannina, GreeceFly Out Of
Ioannina International Airport, GreeceWelcome to Athens!
Meals Provided
DinnerMeals Provided
DinnerAccommodations
Athens Herodian Hotel
One of Athens top 4 star hotels, the Herodian features a fabulous rooftop terrace and bar with views across to nearby Acropolis.
Meteora Monasteries
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
5.5 mile hikeElevation Gain
543/543 feetMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Doupiani House
The best hotel in Katakari this family run three-star hotel features spacious rooms, each with balcony and view on to Meteora mountains.
Ioannina and Tchepelovo
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
5.7 mile hikeElevation Gain
2,025/1125 feetMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Archontiko Dilofo
A charming family run boutique hotel in a renovated stone mansion house in the picturesque village of Dilofo.
Five Bridges Hike and dinner with Elena
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
7 mile hikeElevation Gain
2140/2140 feetMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Archontiko Dilofo
A charming family run boutique hotel in a renovated stone mansion house in the picturesque village of Dilofo.
Vradeto Staircase and Vikos Gorge
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
7 mile hike. (Optional Hike: 5 Miles)Elevation Gain
2393 / 1218 feetMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Archontiko Dilofo
A charming family run boutique hotel in a renovated stone mansion house in the picturesque village of Dilofo.
Rafting the Voidomatis River
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
5.3–6.3 mile hikeElevation Gain
2714/2714 feetMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Hotel Papaevangelou
A beautifully restored and cared for boutique hotel run by Giorgio and his wife. The exposed wood beams and stone walls of the mansion’s original rooms are rustic yet feature four star amenities.
Voidomatis Springs and Astraka Towers
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
5.2 mile hikeElevation Gain
1402/1268 feetMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Hotel Papaevangelou
A beautifully restored and cared for boutique hotel run by Giorgio and his wife. The exposed wood beams and stone walls of the mansion’s original rooms are rustic yet feature four star amenities.