Get ready for a unique 8-day trekking adventure that takes you beyond the ordinary, revealing the enchanting landscapes and cultural gems of Pelion, Greece. Start your journey in Volos, where our team will welcome you and transport you to the charming village of Milies. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the region, traversing old railways and picturesque paths.
Explore Mount Pelion's diverse terrain as you hike from Milies to Tsagarada, passing through chestnut tree-filled forests and reaching historic villages like Xourihti. Discover secluded beaches with crystal-clear waters and enjoy breathtaking views along the coastal paths.
Continue your trek along the coast, concluding in the village of Kissos. Transfer to Chania, the highest settlement in the area, and explore the landscapes around Chania, from the ski center to the forested trails.
Follow the mythical path of the Centaurs from Chania to Portaria, adding a touch of Greek mythology to your trek. Throughout your journey, each step unveils a blend of natural wonders, historical richness, and the joy of exploration.
Our team will meet you in Volos and drive you (about half hour) to Milies village.
Overnight stay in Milies
Follow in the beginning of the day the railways till Pinakates old station stop and then down to Kala Nera. Here you can swim and have lunch next to the sea in Pagasitikos Gulf. Then by an old stone path back to Milies.
Overnight stay in Milies
Distance: 11,9 km / 7,4 miles
Elevation: 1329 f - 20 f - 1329 f
Duration: 5 hours
On today’s hike you cross Mount Pelion from South West to North East. From Milies village, walk on a forest road through chestnut trees and reach the village of Xourihti. After that to Tsagarada village. There in the square you will admire the oldest plane tree in Europe, more than 1800 years old.
Overnight stay in Damouchari
Distance Milies - Tsagarada: 7 miles
Elevation: 1272 f - 2575 f - 1736 f
Duration: 5,5 hours
Our destination on today’s hike is the isolated beach of Fakistra with crystal clear blue water.
Following the coastal path, having magnificent views of the Aegean Sea we’ll enjoy this isolated beach for our pick nick lunch and for swimming.
Later on, you will walk along the same (last part of the path ) back to Damouchari.
Overnight stay in Damouchari
Distance: 5 miles
Elevation: 1730 f – 0 f – 300 f – 0 f
Duration: 4 hours
Starting from Damouchari, following the path along the shore to Agios Ioannis and the magnificent sandy beach Papa Nero. There is an opportunity to jump into the turquoise waters of Papa Nero and then hike to the village of Kissos . From the square of Kissos our team will meet you at 17.00 and drive you to the settlement of Chania, the highest among the villages of the area (1.190 m).
Distance Ag.Ioannis - Kissos: 4,7 miles
Elevation: from sea level to 1692ft
Duration: 4-5 hours
From your hotel in Chania , follow the road up to the ski Centre at 1580m and from there you will enjoy during your walk, the fantastic views of both the Aegean Sea and the Pagasitikos Gulf. Continue through the forest of aspen and beech trees in a circular route back to Chania.
Distance: 7,4 miles
Elevation: 3772 – 4265 – 3937 – 4593 - 3772
Duration: 6,5 hours
Note : We can reduce the hike on the asphalt road ( from the hotel to the ski area, half hour and back half hour ) by driving you to the ski area. For this you have to notify the hotel
Today we will follow the same path that was used according to the Greek Mythology by the Centaurs. These creatures were the followers of the wine god Dionysus and are well known for drunkenness and lustfulness.
The path leads us to the village of Portaria.
Overnight stay in Portaria.
Distance : Chania - Portaria 8,5 km / 5,3 miles
Elevation: from 3770 - to 2290
Duration: 3,5 hours
Transfer to Volos. End of services.
775€ (2-8 participants)
Single supplement: 235€/pp
Price from €775
DECLARE INTERESTMost of the hike is through a thick forest of pine, beech and fir trees, and the path is in good condition.
Hotels : Simple
End of June usually the weather has midday instability (ie local storms, without this being a rule especially in recent years when the weather is unpredictable). July & August are the hottest months of the season and September is a relatively stable month with good temperatures
The weather is unpredictable in the mountains, especially in recent years everything has changed.
