Tours to Greece

Tours to Greece — active holidays in the mountains

Steeped in ancient myths, the pearl of the Mediterranean promises a legendary holiday. But what do you imagine when you hear about a tour to Greece? Conquering the sea on a yacht? Sun-drenched beach? Maybe excursions around Athens?

We invite you to spend your time even more interesting, rich and active! Let’s go on an extreme journey: conquer the Pindus Mountains, visit the Piran Cave, walk to Lake Drakolimni in the rhythm of a vigorous trek, descend into the Vikos Gorge, join the secrets of the monasteries in Meteora… And much more: the program is very diverse, the route will definitely appeal to discoverers and fans sports and history.

Such a rich and eventful journey needs to be carefully planned. The average duration of a hike in Greece is 8 days, and each day may differ from the previous one in the type of activity. Today you are going to Gorica Hill, tomorrow you are storming the Gamila peak, the day after tomorrow you are solving the mystery of an ancient monastery. How much time will it take to think through each step of the route, and not to forget about the accompanying moments?

Trust us, Extreme Guide, to organize your tour in Greece and don’t worry about anything. We will provide transfers to Thessaloniki and Ioannina, take care of the safety of the ascent to the top of Gamila, guide you along the route for the most exciting trekking — we will pay attention to every detail. All you have to do is enjoy new places, the magnificent nature of the Mediterranean, thousand-year-old cultural and historical monuments.

Features of the climate and relief of the region

The weather in Greece is relatively mild, with only minor regional differences possible. Moreover:

• the summer is hot, even dry – it may not rain for months;
• Winters are mild but with precipitation, storms are a frequent occurrence.

In the central part of the country the climate is typically Mediterranean, to the west it takes on some features of the sea, for example, there is more humidity. But the east is characterized by more windy weather.

Perfect time for hiking in Greece is summer, but spring and autumn also offer good conditions. And with the right choice of route, you can enjoy the delights of trekking or extreme tour even in winter. Naturally, with professional organization of the trip – so that all safety issues are taken into account.

In some ways it is even strange that the country has received a resort and seaside fame. Because approximately 80% of the territory of Greece is either plateaus or mountains. This means that there are all the prerequisites for hiking and climbing, for trekking and rock climbing. These and other activities you can do as part of a trip organized by Extreme Guide. The excursion program is included – we will make your vacation as diverse as possible, let the adventure be educational.

Trekking in Greece: All about trekking and mountain tours

Pindus will be the key destination for the trip. It is the country’s largest mountain system. It is located in the Vikos-Aoos National Park, is located in two regions at once and has a number of features.

• The peak of the ridge, Gamila, is 2497 m high — it can be conquered during a tour to Greece, even without a lot of mountaineering experience.
• The Zagoria region, at the foot of the system, is one of the most picturesque in the region of Epirus and in the country in general; trekking against its fantastic backdrop is a real pleasure.
• On the way to the mountains lies the city of Ioannina with the Perama cave – a kind of gateway to the world of myths and legends; and after visiting it – a 6-hour trek to the Astraka shelter.
• In the Timfi valley is Drakolimni, that is, Dragon Lake; it promises relaxation and provides an opportunity to admire the picturesque views of the Pindus.
• There is a noticeable difference in altitude from the observation deck of the Vradetto staircase to the Vikos gorge; during a hike in Greece you will definitely appreciate the beauty of this contrast.

You can also get to know ancient culture. Yes, right during trekking. After all, nothing prevents you from going to the Meteora monasteries, light, without backpacks. By the way, such an express tour will also help you get acquainted with the beauties of the Thessaly Valley. A true tale for avid travelers.

Routes in this region

The holiday program can be very diverse. But the key points on the map of your trip to Greece are as follows:

• Thessaloniki — you will arrive at the airport of this city (we will meet you) and fly out of it (we will see you off).
• Ioannina and Papingo village offer the first overnight stay in the open air, after exploring the Goritsa hill and the Perama cave.
• Astraka Shelter is a must-see on any tour of Greece, with a stop on the shores of Lake Drakolimni.
• Peak Gamila — conquering the 2497 m mark will be the highlight of the trip.
• Vradetto viewpoint — for the view of the canyon.
• Vikos Gorge — we will get there after an exciting descent along a man-made staircase.
• Kalambaka town and Meteora monasteries — during the hike to 6 ancient symbols of faith you will admire the unique architecture of Greece.

Yes, these are not all the places. The specific route includes even more stops and cultural and historical monuments.

Nuances before traveling

To enter the country you will need a Schengen visa. Internal transfers, as part of a group, will be organized by us, Extreme Guide.

Hiking in Greece is considered to be of medium difficulty, so it is better to prepare for any of them. We recommend doing general physical training and running a distance of 8-10 km.

Each participant in the trip is obliged to follow the agreed rules of climbing, trekking (etc.). If this condition is met, ensuring safety in the camp falls on the shoulders of the guides.

Accommodation in Greek cities is in hostels or apartments. But the specifics of the trip also imply overnight stays in the open air. Individual medications must be taken independently, but the guide will have a group first aid kit.

Contact Extreme Guide for a trek in Greece – we will organize a trip that will make you want to come back to the Mediterranean again and again.