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The 8-Day Self-Guided Pelion Peninsula Hiking Tour invites you to discover the lush green mountainous peninsula of Pelion on mainland Greece. Walk from village to village via old, cobbled paths, through forests and along coastal paths, flanked by mountains and sea. Enjoy the picturesque, turquoise bays that invite you to swim and this land of the mythical Centaurs, half human, half horse.

As you explore the mountainous peninsula of Pelion, you’ll uncover its magic every step of the way! According to Greek mythology, this land was once inhabited by Centaurs, creatures that are half human, half horse, with great knowledge and wisdom. The Centaur Cheiron, according to myth, has given knowledge to the God of Medicine Asklepios about medical plants and herbs that grew and still grow on Mt. Pelion today!

You’ll walk through this historical, densely forested landscape where you’ll find streambeds with plane trees and ferns. Beech forests cover the higher areas like a bright green blanket, as you walk at your own pace through apple and olive groves and mountain villages overlooking the glittering Aegean sea.

Discover this authentic region of Greece for yourself. Book the Pelion Peninsula Hiking Tour today!

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Pelion Peninsula Hiking Tour

Spend 8-days exploring an authentic and picture-perfect region of Greece
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8 days from $575USD
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Duration
8 days
Season
Apr-Nov
Activity
Walking
Type
Self-guided, Private
Accommodation
Hotels
Difficulty
Moderate (3/5)
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The 8-Day Self-Guided Pelion Peninsula Hiking Tour invites you to discover the lush green mountainous peninsula of Pelion on mainland Greece. Walk from village to village via old, cobbled paths, through forests and along coastal paths, flanked by mountains and sea. Enjoy the picturesque, turquoise bays that invite you to swim and this land of the mythical Centaurs, half human, half horse.

As you explore the mountainous peninsula of Pelion, you’ll uncover its magic every step of the way! According to Greek mythology, this land was once inhabited by Centaurs, creatures that are half human, half horse, with great knowledge and wisdom. The Centaur Cheiron, according to myth, has given knowledge to the God of Medicine Asklepios about medical plants and herbs that grew and still grow on Mt. Pelion today!

You’ll walk through this historical, densely forested landscape where you’ll find streambeds with plane trees and ferns. Beech forests cover the higher areas like a bright green blanket, as you walk at your own pace through apple and olive groves and mountain villages overlooking the glittering Aegean sea.

Discover this authentic region of Greece for yourself. Book the Pelion Peninsula Hiking Tour today!

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Discover a truly authentic region of Greece as you enjoy fantastic hiking on the Pelion Peninsula.

Soak up the unique charm of Pelion as you stay in seaside hotels and historic converted mansions in stunning villages.

Navigate old, cobbled paths through shady forests and take in the turquoise bays as you walk the coast.

Brush up on your Greek mythology as you explore the mountainous peninsula of Pelion, known as the land of the mythical Centaurs.

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Day 1
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Arrive in Portaria
Arrival in Portaria from Volos, Thessaloniki or Athens airport.
Distance None
Overnight Location Hotel in Portaria
Included Meals None
Day 2
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Circular Walk from Portaria
Today your adventure begins with a beautiful loop from Portaria. You’ll walk to the traditional mountain village Makrinitsa first, with its characteristic stone houses and slated roofs. Making your way through the maquis vegetation, you’ll smell the aromas of fresh thyme and oregano filling the air as you explore an idyllic church. Through forests you’ll then head uphill before descending towards Portaria, whilst enjoying views over Volos city. The last stretch to Portaria leads you through a lush green gorge, making for a beautiful final section for today.
Distance 4.5 hours, 13 km, 550m ascent, 550m descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Portaria
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 3
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Transfer to Chania and Walk to Agios Ioannis
From Portaria, you will be taken to the start of the footpath from Chania to Kissos, or to the village of Kissos (you will skip the Chania-Kissos section). From Chania, you descend via the eastern side of the ridge on an old donkey trail, through beech forest. Through a park-like landscape you end up in the pretty village of Kissos. In the village you will find the church Agia Marina, which dates back to the 17th century and is said to be the most beautiful church of the Pelion Peninsula. Kissos is also a great place for lunch. After lunch, you will walk along an idyllic footpath to the village of Mouresi. The lush vegetation along the way might make you wonder if you are actually in Greece. In Mouresi, you continue down the old kalderimi to the seaside resort of Agios Ioannis, where you will find a lovely sandy beach.
Distance 2-3 hours, 5-8 km, 0-170m ascent, 650-680m descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Agios Ioannis
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 4
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Circular Walk Agios Ioannis
Today you can opt for a relaxing day on the beach or embark on a nice circular walk. After a short stretch on tarmac, you will follow an old paved path up through dense forest and descend to the beautiful beach of Vanikas. There is an optional loop to the Agii Saranti beach, further northwest. From Vanikas beach it’s back uphill and inland, before making the final descent to Plaka beach and walking along the coast back to Agios Ioannis.
Distance 4.5-6 hours, 11.7-15.2km, 540-740m ascent, 540-740m descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Agios Ioannis
Included Meals Breakfast
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Walk to Tsangarada via Damouchari and Fakistra Beach
Another beautiful day of walking awaits you as you set out along the coast this morning via a pleasant, cobbled path to reach the hamlet of Damouchari, a tiny fishing village in a bay. Though tiny it was once of strategic importance in earlier times, when it was the only natural harbor on the entire coast between Volos and Katerini. Today the bay provides a natural swimming pool with a pleasant pebble beach. From Damouchari you’ll continue along the coast to Fakistra Beach where there is a possibility to visit the ‘Hidden School’ in a cave. From here you’ll walk uphill on a path, now and then crossing the tarmac road, to reach Tsangarda, a wide stretched village with numerous churches and squares. From the terrace of your hotel in Agia Paraskevi, you can see the village square with its 1000-year-old plane trees.
Distance 4 hours, 8km, 700m ascent, 300m descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Agia Paraskevi
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 6
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Walk from the Village of Tsangarada to Milies
Today you will cross the mountain range at 700m elevation towards the south. First you’ll walk through the lush village of Tsangarada alongside old churches and squares. Then you will ascend through forest to cross the ridge. Continuing via old mule tracks, you’ll walk through limestone landscapes covered with chestnut and beech trees. You’ll then descend to the picturesque mountain village of Milies whilst enjoying great views over the Pagasitic Gulf. Around Milies you’ll find many old olive groves and an array of natural beauty.
Distance 4.5 hours, 12km, 350m ascent, 400m descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Milies
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 7
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Walk to Koropi
For your final walk, you’ll descend this morning via old, cobbled paths from Milies towards the coast all the while enjoying brilliant views. The last section before reaching the coastal village of Koropi is via dirt roads through expansive olive groves. From Koropi you walk to the nearby touristic village of Kala Nera, where you can enjoy lunch in the shadow of the big plane tree on the village square. Then you ascend via cobbled paths via a hamlet until the narrow-gauge railway tracks, that you follow until Milies. The tracks are 200-300m above sea level. Wherever mule tracks cross the tracks, stone road bridges have been built demonstrating fascinating civil engineering features from the past. You will also walk past the cave where, according to mythology, the centaur Cheiron taught Asklepios about medical plants and herbs.
Distance 4hours, 12km, 475m ascent, 475m descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Milies
Included Meals Breakfast
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Departure
After breakfast this morning your tour comes to an end. Travel to Thessaloniki, Volos or Athens airport to depart.
Distance None
Overnight Location None
Included Meals Breakfast

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Apr 10, 2025 to Jun 18, 2025$1,125USD$950USD$695USD$575USD
Jun 19, 2025 to Jun 23, 2025$1,275USD$1,125USD$795USD$725USD
Jun 24, 2025 to Jul 25, 2025$1,150USD$995USD$725USD$625USD
Jul 26, 2025 to Sep 5, 2025$1,275USD$1,125USD$795USD$725USD
Sep 6, 2025 to Sep 27, 2025$1,125USD$950USD$695USD$575USD
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What’s included

Meals

7 breakfasts are included.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 7 nights are included throughout the tour.

Transportation during the Tour

This tour includes luggage transfers and you’ll be walking from one overnight location to another by yourself. Personal transportation is not included, except for one transfer on day 3.

Also Included

  • Transfer from hotel on day 3 to the starting point of the walk
  • Digital route notes and maps
  • GPS App

Not included

  • Any personal transfers
  • Lunches and dinners
  • Entrance fees and visits to monasteries and monuments
  • Travel insurance
  • Guide services
  • Tourist tax (paid locally, between 0.5 and 4 EUR per night)
  • Physical paper Maps

Optional Extras

  • Additional nights before or after the tour
  • Single occupancy upgrades
  • Optional activities or excursions
  • Printed tour materials (in addition to digital)

Accommodation for Pelion Peninsula Hiking Tour

This tour is based in hotels. Hotels on this trip are 2 and 4-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant.

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

Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Standard rooms are of double occupancy. Solo travellers might be required to pay an additional supplement.

Frequently asked questions

How hard is the Pelion Peninsula Hiking Tour?

We rate the difficulty of this tour as a 3 / 5. You’ll be hiking up to 13 km on mountainous terrain on a daily basis.

I’ve never been on a self-guided trip! How does it work?

Self-guided travelling is not difficult! For many, it is a preferred type of travel, since you are in charge of your own time and pace. You are provided with all the information you’ll need to follow the route each day and often have access to phone support or other kinds of assistance. However, self-guided travelling requires good navigation skills and those who don’t feel confident in unknown places should consider booking guided tours.

Do I need a visa to travel to Greece?

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

Are meals included on the Pelion Peninsula Hiking Tour?

7 breakfasts are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover biking. Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Portaria to start this tour?

The nearest airport to the Pelion is Volos airport (charters only). Thessaloniki and Athens are both possible too. From Thessaloniki airport it takes about 4 hrs by public transport and from Athens it takes approx. 6 hrs. by public transport to the Pelion. You may book additional transfers from/to Volos bus- or train station or from/to Volos airport.

Is the Pelion Peninsula Hiking Tour in English?

This tour is not guided; however, all the route information will be provided in English.

Where does the Pelion Peninsula Hiking Tour end?

This tour ends in Milies (Greece).

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Greece?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Greece?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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