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This Greek hiking tour can be done as a guided or a self-guided tour and is perfect for people that want a trekking tour where they can spend time exploring local villages, learning about Greek history and having time to relax in the famous Greek sunshine.

This trekking tour explores two extremely beautiful Cycladic Islands, which are part of a chain of islands in the Aegean Sea. One of the most ancient European civilizations, the Cycladic Civilization (3,000-1,000BC) was born and prospered here.

You will explore magnificent paths and trails with breathtaking views on this hiking tour in the Greek islands. Discover traditional Greek villages, local craftsmen and the unique Cycladic architecture and history. Along the way stop at pretty sandy beaches and enjoy beautiful sunsets.

While some of the Cycladic Islands are quite popular with international travellers, this trekking tour takes in two islands that are still largely undiscovered: Andros and Tinos! Andros is the 2nd largest and the most northerly island in the Cyclades. Thanks to local springs, Andros is irrigated and thus verdant with a large number of olive trees, pines and fruit trees. One mile from Andros is Tinos, famous for its characteristic dovecotes, and full of picturesque villages and windmills. Twice a year, on March 25th and August 15th, pilgrims inundate the island to visit the famous church of Virgin Mary (in Greek: Panagia).

During this self-guided hiking tour, you will explore magnificent paths and trails with breathtaking views. Along the way discover traditional Greek villages, local craftsmen and the unique Cycladic architecture and history. Don’t forget to take time to stop at pretty sandy beaches and enjoy beautiful sunsets.

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Authentic Greek Islands Hiking on Andros & Tinos

Hike through two beautiful and less-visited Islands in Greece
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(45 reviews)
8 days from $1,325USD
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Duration
8 days
Season
May-Oct
Activity
Walking
Type
Self-guided, Private
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Difficulty
Easy (2/5)
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This Greek hiking tour can be done as a guided or a self-guided tour and is perfect for people that want a trekking tour where they can spend time exploring local villages, learning about Greek history and having time to relax in the famous Greek sunshine.

This trekking tour explores two extremely beautiful Cycladic Islands, which are part of a chain of islands in the Aegean Sea. One of the most ancient European civilizations, the Cycladic Civilization (3,000-1,000BC) was born and prospered here.

You will explore magnificent paths and trails with breathtaking views on this hiking tour in the Greek islands. Discover traditional Greek villages, local craftsmen and the unique Cycladic architecture and history. Along the way stop at pretty sandy beaches and enjoy beautiful sunsets.

While some of the Cycladic Islands are quite popular with international travellers, this trekking tour takes in two islands that are still largely undiscovered: Andros and Tinos! Andros is the 2nd largest and the most northerly island in the Cyclades. Thanks to local springs, Andros is irrigated and thus verdant with a large number of olive trees, pines and fruit trees. One mile from Andros is Tinos, famous for its characteristic dovecotes, and full of picturesque villages and windmills. Twice a year, on March 25th and August 15th, pilgrims inundate the island to visit the famous church of Virgin Mary (in Greek: Panagia).

During this self-guided hiking tour, you will explore magnificent paths and trails with breathtaking views. Along the way discover traditional Greek villages, local craftsmen and the unique Cycladic architecture and history. Don’t forget to take time to stop at pretty sandy beaches and enjoy beautiful sunsets.

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Trip highlights

Visit Andros island and its beautiful sandy beaches.

Enjoy the walks in Tinos, the isle of dovecotes and small Catholic chapels.

Explore the picturesque villages of Ktikados, Xatzirados and Tarabados.

Taste the finest Greek delicacies.

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Day 1
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Arrive in Andros
Make your way to Andros (it’s a 1 hour ferry transfer from Rafina port near Athens) and get a transfer from the port and check-in at the hotel. You will meet the other guests for the first time to get to know each other and have a small talk about the trekking program. You will enjoy Greek hospitality, with welcome drinks and small bites of Greek delicacies (mezes in Greek).
Distance None
Overnight Location Andros Town
Included Meals No Meals Included
Day 2
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Hike Batsi to Pitrofos
Today is the longest walk of the tour, following the “Ample Way” (Fardia Strata), an old path which connects Andros to the central villages and Chora. The first part of the hike provides panoramic views of the west coast and the ancient port of Palaiopolis. You’ll be walking on a beautiful cobbled path with holy oak, wild olives and seasonal crops. Later on, you will pass by two small waterfalls and the watermills of Melida and the Olive Oil Museum. You’ll end up in the charming village of Pitrofos for an authentic gastronomic experience: lunch with special local dishes.
Distance 14km, 5 hours
Overnight Location Andros Town
Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Guided). Breakfast & Lunch (Self-Guided).
Day 3
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Hike Chora - Apoikia - Chora
Today you will start from Chora on a beautiful circular route. As you hike past Gialia Beach you can admire the unique natural environment formed by the river. From there, you will be on a good footpath that runs parallel to Pythara ravine as it goes up towards Apikia Village, passing through major settlements of seamanship and rural Andros. After a rest and a light lunch, descend back to Chora via a different path, enjoying a magnificent view of the capital city and the sea. During this hike, you will visit ‘the Fabrica’, an old pasta factory watermill, a medieval stone bridge, the Bistis-Mouvelas Tower dating from the 17th century and Pythara waterfalls. There will be a light lunch during our hike to a local “mezedopoleo” and then return to Chora. You’ll have free time to enjoy a swim, enjoy a rest or walk to the center of the town.
Distance 10 km, 4 hours
Overnight Location Andros Town
Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Guided). Breakfast & Lunch (Self-Guided).
Day 4
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Hike Chora - Korthi
Todays route is a great hike all about variety, as you connect central and south Andros. You will follow the old road leading to Korthi, connecting the two old medieval castles of Andros, using the main agricultural and commercial road for south-eastern Andros until 1950. You will cross the pretty Dipotamata ravine, a valley with impressive water mills, an arched bridge, and Kochylou medieval castle.
Distance 12 km, 4.5 hours
Overnight Location Andros Town
Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Guided). Breakfast & Lunch (Self-Guided).
Day 5
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Travel to Tinos
After 3 days of walking, today will be a bit of a day off, as you transfer to the port and take a boat to the island of Tinos (2hours). Having settled at your hotel, we have the rest of the day free to explore the town of Tinos. A highlight of the town is the church of Virgin Mary in Chora. Tradition says that a nun, Pelagia, from the nearby convent of Kechrovouni had visions of Virgin Mary revealed to her the burial place of an icon. After intensive searching, an icon was indeed found, at the spot where the Church stands today. Today the icon is widely believed to be the source of numerous miracles and Tinos has become the center of a yearly pilgrimage that takes place on the 15th of August. Many pilgrims make their way the 800 meters from the ferry wharf to the church on their hands and knees as a sign of devotion.
Distance None
Overnight Location Tinos
Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Guided). Breakfast & Lunch (Self-Guided).
Day 6
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Hike Chora Tinou - Ktikados - Kionia - Chora Tinou
Today you explore the picturesque villages and dovecotes of Tinos. You will be trekking on an impressive medieval paved path (kalderimi), and visit the old villages of Ktikados, Xatzirados and Tarabados. These are the heart of traditional dovecote architecture in Tinos. You will end up in Kiona Bay. Along the way you will have a light lunch at a traditional “kafeneion” at Ktikados. You will return to Chora either by hiking or by taxi. Enjoy a rest or go for a swim in the evening.
Distance 13km, 5 hours
Overnight Location Tinos
Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Guided). Breakfast & Lunch (Self-Guided).
Day 7
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Hike Chora - Xobourgo - Koumaros - Volax - Falatados
Today you will hike on an old, paved path up to Xobourgo, the ancient Byzantine fort on Tinos. Enjoy remarkable views of the Aegean Sea. Continue walking down to Volax, an isolated and beautiful white village in the middle of a plateau surrounded by hills of round granite blocks. Then continue on to the village of Falatados, the second biggest settlement on Tinos, with an imposing Cathedral and the famous House of Scetch.
Distance 10km, 4 hours
Overnight Location Tinos
Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Guided). Breakfast & Lunch (Self-Guided).
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Departure
Unfortunately, this wonderful Greek trekking tour of Andros and Tinos is complete today. Enjoy a transfer to the port, where you can take a ferry back to Athens. There are also ferries to other nearby Greek Islands if you want to explore more of beautiful Greece.
Distance None
Overnight Location None, departure day
Included Meals Breakfast (Guided and Self-Guided)

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What’s included

Meals

7 breakfasts and 6 Lunches are included.

Accommodations

Accommodations for the duration of the tour

Transportation during the Tour

Trip includes return transfers from ports to hotels as well as necessary transfers for the hikes.

Also Included

  • All ferry tickets
  • English speaking guide throughout the trip (if booked on guided mode)
  • Welcome briefing, maps & GPS files, emergency telephone support (for self-guided)

Not included

  • Transfers to/from port of Rafina in Athens
  • Domestic and/or international air fare
  • Medical expenses, travel or emergency evacuation insurance
  • Alcoholic beverages and meals other than outlined in itinerary
  • Transfer to and from the airport/port
  • Other items of a personal nature
  • Guide services

Optional Extras

  • Transfer from Athens to / from port of Rafina

Accommodation for Authentic Greek Islands Hiking on Andros & Tinos

The accommodation on this trekking tour in Andros and Tinos is in private rooms for 2 people/room. For groups with an odd number of guests, you can choose a triple room and receive a discount on the tour price.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other, comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Single rooms will require single supplement, please enquire about the pricing.

Frequently asked questions

How hard is this tour?

We rate this tour as a 2 / 5. Relatively easy hikes and activities for beginners (3 – 4 hours per day), good start for a first outdoor holiday. The walking is on a mixture of dirt tracks and well – constructed stone mule paths. These trips are designed for active people who enjoy energetic days. Participants should be in reasonable physical condition and able to walk similar distances.

Do I need a Visa?

Check with your local country about visa requirements for travel to Greece. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included?

7 breakfasts and 6 lunches are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have Travel Health and Medical insurance to join this trip. You can get travel insurance here.

How do I get to the start of this tour?

Make your own way to Andros (it’s a 1 hour ferry transfer from Rafina port near Athens). You will get a transfer from the port and check-in at the hotel.

Are the tours in English?

The tour material is provided in English.

Where does the tour end?

The tour ends in the port on the Island of Tinos. You can arrange your own ferry transfer to Rafina port near Athens, or other nearby Islands.

Can I rent gear?

You shouldn’t need to rent any gear for this tour.

Do I need vaccines?

You should check with a doctor at a licenced Travel clinic or talk to your family doctor.

What should I bring with me?

Please try to travel as light as possible. Although you do not need to carry your entire luggage while walking, you will still need to carry it over short distances. Also, remember you unpack and repack on most nights. You can leave the luggage that you don’t need on the trek, at the hotel in Athens or in our offices.

  • Large rucksack or holdall to contain all your luggage; waterproof liner recommended
  • Good waterproof top (Gore-Tex recommended or similar) with hood.
  • Thick socks for walking
  • Spare shoes for the evenings (optional)
  • • Daypack (small rucksack, 20-40 liters) to carry picnic lunch, water bottle, cold/wet weather gear, camera, etc; straps should be strong, not too narrow and preferably padded. In wet weather, belongings should be packed in waterproof plastic bags inside the pack
  • • Warm clothes for the evening including spare trousers and top (fleece jackets/pullovers are warm yet light); plus optionally thermal underwear, for April  and October
  • • Sweatshirts or T-shirts for walking, at least one with collar and long sleeves (against sunburn)
  • • Your own personal water bottle (at least 1 liter). As part of our environmental policy and actions, we are committed to eliminating the use of plastic water bottles.

When is the best time to travel to Greece for this tour?

The best time to travel to Andros and Tinos islands is May through October.

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