DAY 1 UK/Athens
Meet your travelling companions at the airport and depart on your scheduled flight to Athens. Transfer by coach and ferry to your hotel in Karystos for a seven night stay. On arrival enjoy a welcome drink followed by dinner.
DAYS 2 TO 7 Karystos
Free to enjoy our included excursions, walks and activities as follows:
Karystos - An introductory three-quarter day excursion featuring an orientation walk of Karystos, where we see traditional Greek pastelli (honey and sesame bars) being made.
Aetos Village Walk - A three-quarter day excursion to Aetos, via Pannagia Chapel. We follow the hillside paths back down to the seafront (approx 3 hours’ walk).
Grabia Village Walk - A leisurely full day walking tour from Grabia to Mili, via St. Kathryn Chapel, Castello Rosso (Red Castle) overlooking Karystos Town and the remains of a Roman aqueduct (approx 4 hours’ walk).
Roman Remains & Wine Tasting - This full day tour takes you to Kilindri then on to Paleohora (old town) and the Montofoli Vineyard with a chance to sample some wine (approx 4 hours’ walk).
Shepherd’s Walk - A full day out following shepherds’ paths through unspoilt countryside, past pretty villages, ancient churches and monuments (approx 4 hours’ walk). Lunch is included in Lala Village.
The following excursion is optional:
Marmara - Enjoy stunning views of the sea as you walk along paths towards the coast and down towards the picturesque harbour of Marmara (approx 3 hours’ walk).
On the final evening enjoy a farewell get-together
DAY 8 Athens/UK
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.