The Corfu Trail
| country: | Greece |
| trip type: | A small group adventure |
| departures: | The trip is no longer operating |
| price: | Prices from £699 flight inclusive, £439 land only |
the amazing things you'll be doing
Leave the crowds far behind to explore undiscovered corners of beautiful Corfu. Opened in spring 2001, the Corfu Trail is Europe's newest long-distance walking trail and destined to become a favourite amongst the walking fraternity. Luggage is transported between night stops, leaving us free to enjoy the stunning scenery and mountain villages unencumbered by heavy packs.
Southern highlights.
From Agios Georgios in the south we walk along the spectacular west coast. We pass via wetlands that attract migrating birds and through flower-filled fields.
The picturesque alleyways of Agii Deka are left behind as we ascend by way of a cobbled path to a hidden monastery. Descending once again, we cross a plateau covered in cherry trees and commence our circuit of Mt. Agii Deka. Finally we follow an old donkey track to the old village of Benitses and its fishing harbour.
Along the coast
From the mountain village of Sinarades we arrive at Aerostato, one of Corfu's most famous viewpoints. Our route then leads away from the coast to Pelekas and back down to Myrtiotissa Beach – the 'loveliest beach in the world' according to Lawrence Durrell. Ascending via a cobbled path through Lily Valley to Krini, we reach Bella Vista and enjoy one of Europe's most stunning views.
Mount Pantokrator
From the fresco-adorned Chapel of Archangels, we cross a plateau where rare orchids grow, to the old 'Pilgrims' Path' used for centuries by the faithful to reach Pantokrator Byzantine Monastery. The stunning views here include the Corfu Channel and mountains of Albania just a short distance away. The semi-abandoned Byzantine village of Old Perithia is set in a natural bowl and we have time to explore its ancient streets and fine churches. Finally, we head down a spectacular mountain track to the very north coast of the island.
Southern highlights.
From Agios Georgios in the south we walk along the spectacular west coast. We pass via wetlands that attract migrating birds and through flower-filled fields.
The picturesque alleyways of Agii Deka are left behind as we ascend by way of a cobbled path to a hidden monastery. Descending once again, we cross a plateau covered in cherry trees and commence our circuit of Mt. Agii Deka. Finally we follow an old donkey track to the old village of Benitses and its fishing harbour.
Along the coast
From the mountain village of Sinarades we arrive at Aerostato, one of Corfu's most famous viewpoints. Our route then leads away from the coast to Pelekas and back down to Myrtiotissa Beach – the 'loveliest beach in the world' according to Lawrence Durrell. Ascending via a cobbled path through Lily Valley to Krini, we reach Bella Vista and enjoy one of Europe's most stunning views.
Mount Pantokrator
From the fresco-adorned Chapel of Archangels, we cross a plateau where rare orchids grow, to the old 'Pilgrims' Path' used for centuries by the faithful to reach Pantokrator Byzantine Monastery. The stunning views here include the Corfu Channel and mountains of Albania just a short distance away. The semi-abandoned Byzantine village of Old Perithia is set in a natural bowl and we have time to explore its ancient streets and fine churches. Finally, we head down a spectacular mountain track to the very north coast of the island.
day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1: | Join trip Corfu Town |
| Day 2: | Drive to Agios Georgios; walk to Paramonas via Korission Lagoon |
| Day 3: | Walk to Benitses via Mt. Agii Deka and Stavros |
| Day 4: | Walk to Ermones via Aerostrato and Myrtiotissa Beach |
| Day 5: | Walk to Liapades via Lily Valley and Bella Vista |
| Day 6: | Walk to Nissaki via the Archangels Chapel & the ‘Pilgrim's Path’ |
| Day 7: | Walk to Acharavi via the hamlet of Trimodi & Agios Panteleimonas |
| Day 8: | Trip ends Acharavi |
how this holiday makes a difference
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In the main we use small, family run hotels, eating our meals inlocal restaurants. This, together with our use of a Corfiot local agent andgroup leader, ensures the local economy benefits, not foreign ownedcompanies. As we spend much of our time walking, our small groups havelittle impact on the areas through which we travel.
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