Tour Andros Cyclades Walking Holidays

Meals

Breakfast every morning Two dinners (first and last day)

Transport

Ferry Tickets : Rafina Port to Andros and return All activities’ on land transfers, when needed Port Transfers We travel by taxi, private cars, or minivan

Insurance

Participants should be covered by their own personal travel-health insurance prior to the trip. The personal insurance must at least cover medical expenses as well as air rescue. ONE FOOT FORWARD is not responsible for any accidents or mishaps directly or indirectly related to the tour. (See Terms & Conditions) We can help you to issue travel insurance, via our Insurance Partner Mondial, during your stay on Andros and during the activities, covering medical expenses, accidents, or mishaps, with about 4e per day covering 30.000E

Flights

not included

Others

Diverse program including six (6) guided hiking tours and various activities, as mentioned. Picnic en route. Experienced local guide. Welcome and Farewell Dinner. Transportation to/from starting/ending hiking points. 24-hour support on the island for any troubleshooting or advice. *Ferry Tickets Rafina - Andros - Rafina *8-night accommodation with breakfast shared in a twin/double room.

Accommodation

Based on a double occupancy

Guide

Let our local experienced escorts guides introduce you to the secrets of the islands, in English, French or Italian. All guides are certified and fully First Aid and CPR certified.

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival

Arrival day in the morning or in the evening Transfer and check-in at your accommodation. In the evening welcome drinks and Greek ’mezes’, the first meeting with your guide, and a little talk about the program.
Day 2 Day 2: Explore The Naval Tradition And Rural Landscapes
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Explore The Naval Tradition And Rural Landscapes

The first day starts with a circular hiking route exploring picturesque villages, rural landscapes, and the most important cultural monuments around the capital of the island, Chora.

This hiking route starts from Chora, following the coast of Neiborio and continues via the narrow uphill path to Gialia Beach, where the river forms a unique natural environment. The route crosses the riverbed and after a while the path leads up to “Fabrica” Ebeirikos Watermill, an interesting derelict factory, which gave life to the area before the Second World War, producing pasta using a large watermill, and later a mechanized steam mill. The footpath follows the river, crosses the Leontos bridge, and after a few challenging uphill steps, we arrive at the impressive Bistis-Mouvelas Tower, dated from the 17thcentury, in Stenies Village.

Our hike follows a stepped path, across lush landscapes of oaks, olive and walnut trees, along the river, to reach Apikia Village and the famous Sariza Spring. We continue hiking, this time to Pythara waterfalls, where we stop for a while to rest and relax with the sound of the water. On our way back, we descend via a different excellent cobbled path and we enjoy the magnificent view to the capital city, the Venetian Castle and the Lighthouse “Tourlitis’.

Hiking tour 12 km, walking time around 4,5 hrs. The evening is free for you to choose either to relax or try the beach. For your dinner try one of the local restaurants.
Day 3 Day 3: Visit A Living Historical And Architectural Monument, The Panachrados Monastery
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Visit A Living Historical And Architectural Monument, The Panachrados Monastery

This magnificent hiking tour starts from the green village of Menites, and via an excellent trail under the shade of plane trees, will lead us to the settlement of Messaria, the old Byzantine center of the island. With our destination being the Panachrantou Monastery (alt.500m), a living historical and architectural monument (wooden carved temple 18th c, library, etc), we follow the paved path, crossing the legendary arched bridge of Stichiomeni (The Haunted). After a challenging uphill for some minutes, we arrive at the abandoned village of Petrias, a monument of Andros folk architecture. Upon our arrival at the monastery, the hospitable monks guide us around. After a short rest and a picnic in the monastery’s yard, we will start our way back to Chora.

This time heading to Livadia and through the “Potamos” stream we reach Andros Town to end our hiking tour.

Hiking tour 15 km, walking time around 5 hrs.

The evening is free for you to choose either to relax or try the beach. For your dinner try one of the local restaurants.
Day 4 Day 4: Dipotamata Little Gorge And Upper Castle
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Dipotamata Little Gorge And Upper Castle

Today and after breakfast, we will follow the old way from Chora to Korthi, the central agricultural and commercial artery for South-East Andros until 1950. You will explore the most important structures in Dipotamata gorge, the watermills, consisting the basis of an open-air eco-museum!! Dipotamata is a small river of extreme natural beauty, crossing a long valley of environmental interest. The natural environment is unspoiled, a shelter to a variety of animals and birds. 22 watermills, survived in the entire gorge. Our trail continues to the Upper Castle which offers the most breathtaking view of the island. It is situated on an imposing plateau north, at an altitude of 600 meters. The high mountains of the area are steep and give the impression that the rocks spring up at the top. It was the largest medieval city of Andros, but signs of fortification from the Byzantine period have also been found.

Our hike continues to the traditional seamen’s village of Kochylou with an excellent view to Korthi Bay, where we rest with a coffee or refreshment at the old local “kafeneio” of the village.

Then, via a downhill cobbled footpath we end up in Korthi Bay(Yialos).

Don’t forget to bring your swimming suit. A refreshing dive is always the best after a long hike!

Lastly, our hiking day tour ends with a drive back to Chora

Dinner Free.

Hiking Tour : 12 km, walking time around 4,5 hrs.
Day 5 Day 5: Achla : A Zone Of Absolute Protection
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Achla : A Zone Of Absolute Protection

With a short drive after our breakfast, today we will start from Vourkoti, an authentic rural village with the highest altitude in the Cyclades (620m), the path follows a slope that borders the northern side of the long, narrow Achla valley. It then descends to a deep river, crossing over an old stone footbridge, near the historical St. Nicolaos Monastery where we stop for visiting. The walk continues towards the North-East, above the verdant Achla valley, officially nominated as a protected area of natural beauty. Achla bay at the end of the route is a beautiful unspoiled beach with dunes and caves, where the river estuary forms a small lagoon that welcomes both migrant and resident birds. A zone of absolute protection! Rest and swim and picnic at the beach. Depending on the weather, we return to Chora by a little boat, or by jeep car, or hike back again this time up to St.Nicolaos Monastery.

Evening free.

Hiking Tour :11 km walking time around 4,5 hrs.
Day 6 Day 6: From East To West
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: From East To West

After breakfast, prepare your luggage and get ready for a short transfer to the hiking starting point. You will find your luggage at the hotel of your next destination. We start from Ano Pitrofos Village and we will hike into the wild. Part of one of the longest routes in the network which follows the old trail, connecting North-East Andros to the west part. With splendid views of the sea, walking on an excellent maintained old trail we will arrive in Batsi. Picnic on the route.

Evening Free and Dinner free

Hiking Tour 12 km, walking time around 4,5 hrs.
Day 7 Day 7: From The Mountain To The Sea
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: From The Mountain To The Sea

After breakfast and a drive of 30 minutes deep into the hinterland of Andros, we will start our hike from the mountainous and verdant Arni village and end in Batsi. The trail runs through fertile ravines, old abandoned farmhouses, crosses the slopes of "Arna", meets forests of oak trees, planes, chestnut, and walnut trees. With a magnificent view of Remata – the village and the valley, the footpath descends towards the Katakoilos riverbed passing through its scattered settlement. Rest at the verdant square and we continue the old paved path, with a beautiful view of the golf of Batsi. Evening Free and Dinner Free

Hiking tour 9 km walking time around 3 hrs.
Day 8 Day 8: Free Of Activities
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Free Of Activities

This day is free of scheduled activities. Walk around, swim, sunbathe, relax, go shopping or arrange your own tour to some of the many interesting sites of the island. A cooking workshop, a Tai-chi or Qigong class, a Yoga class, or water sports activities may be easily arranged on site, only upon request.

You could also let yourself be treated by the experienced hands of our massage therapists.

You will meet your tour leader at 19.30 for the fair well dinner .
Day 9 Day 9: Departure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Departure

In the morning or in the evening transfer to the port for the ferry to Rafina Port (Athens) - You can always extend your stay or why not an Athens City Break.

9 days tour

Andros Cyclades Walking Holidays

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Itinerary of your trip Andros Cyclades Walking Holidays

Day 1: Arrival

Day 2: Explore The Naval Tradition And Rural Landscapes

Day 3: Visit A Living Historical And Architectural Monument, The Panachrados Monastery

Day 4: Dipotamata Little Gorge And Upper Castle

Day 5: Achla : A Zone Of Absolute Protection

Day 6: From East To West

Day 7: From The Mountain To The Sea

Day 8: Free Of Activities

Day 9: Departure

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