Mystic Blue / No Footprint

This ten day walking holiday starts on the island of Naxos, the largest of Greece’s Cyclades islands, and one that is worthy of our first four days of hiking and exploring. A mountainous terrain, Naxos boasts the highest peak in the Cyclades with Mount Zas (1003m) where Olympian god Zeus spent his time. The mountains are dotted with exquisite elevated villages proffering splendid views out over the Aegean. Byzantine chapels, Venetian citadels and olive groves line ancient walking trails that take you up through the island’s luscious valleys, fed by springs, rivers and waterfalls. All of which seem to lead down to prolific and beyond pretty coves and bays. From here to the Small Cyclades, ...Read more >

This Greek islands sailing holiday around the Ionian Sea starts on the island of Lefkas, where our beautiful boat, Tahita, is moored. With an expert skipper and crew, we will create the most idyllic itinerary for sailing in the Ionian Sea and around its islands, some inhabited and others deserted. From cultural heritage highlights, archaeological masterpieces and famous sites from Greek myths, to marine wildernesses that are second to none, sailing here is an awesome odyssey. Tahita can accommodate eight people in its four double cabins and so, for comfort and plenty of onboard space, we host no more than six guests on a trip. With a fine finish throughout the boat, the cabins are ...Read more >

This week long diving and sailing holiday in Greece takes you on an odyssey around the Cyclades islands, beneath their crystalline waters to the depths below, and onto the shores of some of Greece’s most exquisite deserted islands. Liveaboard diving and sailing holidays are the way to truly immerse yourself in the Cyclades Islands. The skipper and crew are not just sailing experts, they are also licensed PADI Divemasters, who will lead you to dive sites where visibility can easily reach up to 35 meters or more into the deep blue. Dive sites on this wonderful Greece adventure holiday take you down to the mysterious marine-scapes of shipwrecks, artefacts from ancient cities, secret caverns ...Read more >

This week long sailing holiday shows Greece in all of its marine biodiverse magnificence. To be able to combine a conservation holiday with a love of sailing really is the win win way to enjoy the Aegean, and Greece’s famous Cyclades Islands. Our on board naturalist guide, a Greece conservation expert, will accompany you on this sailing holiday, He will take you on a wonderful journey not only at sea where marine greats such as dolphins, seals and sea turtles thrive, but also onto some of the Cycladic island idylls to seek out lizards, vipers, falcons and eagles, to name but a few. Every day a new island with new habitats and unexpected wonderful wildlife. Please find below an example of ...Read more >

This week long self-guided walking holiday in Santorini & Naxos will fascinate you. Santorini is one of Greece’s finest volcanic islands, part of a group of islands of the same name, overlooking a sapphire blue submerged caldera, visible from different viewpoints during our recommended walks. Walking with a carefully crafted itinerary, created by our local experts, you will take on magnificent hikes. Such as hiking along the rim of the caldera to the village of Oia. Sauntering through ancient villages with Venetian influences and traditionally Cycladic narrow streets and stone houses. Hiking through volcanic terrain, you will come across a town that was uncovered from the ashes of the past, ...Read more >

Your family adventure begins at Lefkada; one of the most pristine Ionian islands with evergreen forests, olive groves, turquoise waters, a dramatic coastline, great opportunities for hiking, sailing, sea kayaking, water sports among other. A great place to enjoy local hospitality, gastronomy and culture. You will continue to mythical Ithaca which will charm you with its verdant hills, turquoise waters and historical riches. Surrounded by the most incredible hues of turquoise this verdant isle invites you to explore it from coast to coast, walk it’s paths searching for the homeland of Odysseus, wander through its villages, while tasting one of the finest cuisines the Ionian islands have to ...Read more >

The Menalon Trail is a long-distance hiking route which runs between Stemnitsa and Lagadia, two picturesque mountain villages in Arcadia, on the Peloponnese peninsula. It’s a 75km route which is a lot more off-the-beaten track than a lot of hiking in Greece, and takes hikers from the top of towering mountains to the bottom of deep gorges, passing ancient monasteries, traditional villages and glistening rivers. Ranked among the Leading Quality Trails – Best of Europe, the Menalon Trail is also one of 14 trails certified by the ERA – the European Ramblers Association. The certification process considers environmental protection and careful maintenance. Split into eight sections, the Menalon ...Read more >

This fantastic Cyclades multi activity holiday for families begins with a guided tour of Athens’ ancient sites before continuing on to some truly idyllic islands, where adventure awaits. Itineraries of 7, 10, or 14 days can be tailored according to your family’s requirements, with a host of fun activities and accommodations available, so that you can create some special memories. Naxos is the largest of the Cyclades islands, and here many families love the convenience of a beachside hotel, as well as the chance to hike mountainous terrain, or swim in crystal-clear blue waters. You can take a boat trip out for some snorkelling in scenic bays and coves, visit local potters and cheesemakers ...Read more >

The island of Santorini, sometimes known as Thera, is one of the Cyclades’ most fascinating islands. In fact it is part of a mini archipelago bearing the same name as this, its largest island, the others being Therasia, the only other inhabited island of the group, and the uninhabited Nea Kameni, Palaia Kameni, Aspronisi and Christiana. They are all products of massive volcanic activity, with the three largest islands enclosing a sapphire blue, submerged caldera. Making this Santorini walking holiday not only one that is fantastic and fascinating terrain, but also one with some of the Cyclades’ finest views. This four day walking holiday is self-guided, with an itinerary crafted by our ...Read more >

During our 7-day hiking adventure you will conquer Mt Olympus, home of the ancient Greek Gods, and you willl explore the breathtaking gigantic rocks of Meteora. The Olympus mountain range has been the first Greek National Park since 1938 and it’s also characterised as a World’s Biosphere Reserve. Organized mountain refuges and numerous hiking routes are available for all levels. In total there are 52 peaks, Mytikas being the highest one (2,918m) in Greece, which combined with the alpine fields, sheer ravines, deep gorges and thick forest create a unique landscape that will captivate you at first site. Olympus mountain also harbours more than 1,500 types of plants, dozens of animal species ...Read more >

Aegean sailing holidays on board our beauty, Tahita, are hard to beat, taking you to deserted islands of the Cyclades where we’ll swim to unknown beaches, don hiking boots in search of ancient civilisations or enjoy a waterfront bar with traditional and wonderfully chilled out music. Every island on this sailing holiday shows a different aspect of Aegean life. Sail the Aegean Sea for a week, with a very experienced skipper and crew through beyond blue waters, with skies that compete for such perfect palettes, we also seek out marine wildlife from dolphins and porpoises to sea birds and sea turtles. Our itinerary is flexible and very relaxed, with some guests loving the sailing aspects ...Read more >

Imagine a place, where shimmering turquoise waters skim lush forested mountains and landscapes beside you as you pad coastal paths... You stumble upon solitary coves and rural fishing villages where you’re served seafood caught the same day. You journey into the heart of the Ionian archipelago has begun... During our sailing & walking adventure, you will have the opportunity to experience the unique nature and landscapes of the small, non-touristy Ionian islands by walking their ancient paths. You'll walk at the tips of mountains that offer breathtaking views to the Ionian sea, through traditional villages, byzantine and ancient settlements... and reach virgin beaches, caves, ...Read more >

From the minute you board Tahita, our beautiful sailing boat, the crew and skipper will ensure you have the most the most tranquil and tantalising Cyclades sailing honeymoon. One of the most romantic holidays you could imagine, you can spend the day relaxing on deck with a glass of champagne, diving into Greece’s transparent turquoise waters and taking in the view of remote islands as the sun sets. Mooring by island idylls such as the deserted islands of Rinia, the Small Cyclades, and Santorini saunter through ancient pathways and traditional island villages to reach stunning views over the Aegean, dine at our favourite tavernas or join us on a night dive to catch something delicious for ...Read more >

Follow the legendary European E4 trail into the wild heart of Crete, where rugged mountains drop into luminous blue seas, ancient gorges carve through the land, and remote villages cling to traditions untouched by time. This journey plunges you into the raw beauty of West Crete—its dramatic coastlines, its soaring peaks, its hidden captivating beaches and its whispering forests. The region of Chania, the greenest corner of Crete thanks to the White Mountains and their generous rainfall, forms the backdrop of your journey. Your holiday begins in Chania’s enchanting Old Town before continuing on to the seaside hamlet of Loutro in Sfakia, the quiet village of Sougia, and finally Palaiochora. ...Read more >

This week-long walking trail holiday will offer you the opportunity to explore the Mediterranean’s best kept secret: the Cycladic island of Syros. Every day will bring walks along deserted ancient paths and trails, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy stunning mountain views across the Cyclades Islands and their dramatic coastal scenery. As well as remote, solitary beaches and coves with crystal clear waters. Syros has both cultural and natural highlights, with ancient archaeological sites at Kastri, the Venetian castle reservation of Ano Syros as well as the elegant neo-classical main town of Ermoupolis. The island is rich in varied terrain from Apano Meria, a mountainous, rugged area ...Read more >

‘Zagorohoria’, 46 stone villages perched on the mountains slopes of Epirus, are considered to be the most beautiful and well-preserved in Greece. They are not only exquisite examples of traditional stone architecture, but of a still living tradition, full of myths, customs and social expressions of a culture nearing extinction; of the mountainous tribes of Greece. Dramatic Papigo at the foot of the rock “towers” of Astraka… mountainous Vradeto with the outstanding stairs to the Beloi ‘balcony’ offering panoramic views to Vikos gorge… verdant and charming Elafotopos… picturesque Kipi with its wonderful hiking routes and stone built bridges… tiny Kapesovo with its delicious local products… ...Read more >

A 7- or 10-day walking itinerary around the lush islands of Kefalonia, Lefkada & Ithaca in the South Ionian Sea is the ideal holiday for nature and walking lovers. We'll start from Lefkada, famous for being the homeland of Homer’s Greek hero Ulysses, in The Odyssey. A mountainous, valley rich landscape glistens like an emerald, and segues smoothly with the blues and turquoises of the Ionian all around. Despite the hot Mediterranean climate, its eclectic natural features include plenty of water that shapes it into the walking terrain so loved by many. Natural springs, waterfalls, rivers, canyons and forests all thrive around the mountain terrain, as do flora and fauna. Such as the array of ...Read more >

Walking around the old town of Chania, one of the oldest, continuously inhabited cities dating back to around 2,700 years BC and the Minoan civilisation, feels like exploring a lively, open-air museum. Every step you take leads to a captivating monument, a reminder of one of the civilisations that passed, leaving their mark on history, architecture and culture. This 4-day private walking holiday in and around Chania is not just a historical journey, but a cultural, culinary, ecological and learning experience! Our guide will keep you away from the popular with tourists areas and will show you the hidden jewels of Chania. Within 4 days you will explore the historical old town, you'll ...Read more >

This ten day guided walking holiday takes you to Greece’s northernmost tip of the Cyclades archipelago and two of its greenest islands: Tinos and Andros. Both relatively unknown islands on the tourism gamut of Greek gorgeousness, these Cyclades islands are wild, walking wonderlands. Andros is mountainous, with challenging ridges, vertiginous valleys and enchanting gorges where it feels like life springs eternal, with omnipresent rivers and waterfalls to cool off that famous Cycladic climate. The only European island to have been awarded the European Ramblers’ Association “Leading Quality Trails – Best of Europe” certification, it is a little bit of hiking heaven. Tinos, just a little ...Read more >

Island hop between Naxos and two of the unspoilt Small Cyclades islands, Iraklia & Amorgos, and explore them at your own pace. Walk along Naxos' ancient trails, through mountainous quaint villages, venetian towers, olive groves and incredible landscapes. Visit the old fortified 'Kastro' settlement, ancient temples, abandoned kouros statues and experience the unique Greek hospitality and island culture. Finish with a walk at the top of Mt. Zas, the highest peak of the Cyclades, where Zeus was given the thunder to conquer Mt. Olympus! Continue to the pristine island of Iraklia in the Small Cyclades, an ideal setting for nature walks and exciting explorations as well as swimming into solitary ...Read more >