Secrets of the Pelion Peninsula
Explore the walking paradise of the Pelion Peninsula in mainland Greece, named the “Land of the Centaurs”, due to its associations with Greek mythology. Walk from village to village on old mule paths through a lush green mountainous interior and on trails overlooking the glittering Aegean Sea.
A wonderful walk to the mountain village of Makrinitsa then through a forest with views of Volos before entering a lush green gorge.
Walk upwards though a conifer and beech forest before reaching Hania, the highest hamlet in the Pelion.
After a short transfer to the start of the trail ascend to the beautiful village of Kissos.
Descend from Kissos down a lovely track to the small resort of Agios Ioannis.
Walk to Damouchari, a tiny fishing village and then continue along the coast to Fakistra beach until reaching the charming village of Tsagarada.
Cross the mountain range to the southern part of the Pelion then ascend through forest to the pretty village of Milies.
Walk through olive groves and via cobbles paths and through small villages like Kala Nera.