Mountains & Villages of Evia, Greece

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Average Review Rating: from 47 reviews.

RHIANNON TINSLEY

MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES OF EVIA

Written October 2011
Fabulous laidback trip, great scenery and coastline, varied walking with plenty of swimming opportunities - and fantastic food!!
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Climbing up to the Roman Imperial marble quarries to see 10m marble columns, completed and 'ready for shipping' scattered about the hillside. Views out over the harbour, Med sparkling in sunshine. Sitting on our hotel balcony sipping coffee at sunset, watching the little fishing boats chugging in and out of harbour
What did you think of your group leader?
Thanos was a warm and friendly group leader, full of stories about Evia, both recent and ancient, bringing Greek mythology to life, and giving us a sense of how long the island has been inhabited, and the different peoples who have lived there
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Food is fabulous, don't expect to lose any weight!!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Ours was a small group (only 7 people) and we were there 'off season' so the town was quiet - we felt like the only visitors, and all the more special because of it.
Brian Drammis

MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES OF EVIA

Written September 2011
We really enjoyed this trip to an unspoilt region of Greece where there were very few foreign tourists. We had good company, good food and Mythos beer.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The beach at the end of the Demosaris Gorge was spectacularly wild and scenic and like other beaches that week, completely empty.
The marble columns at the quarry on Mt Ohi looked as if the Romans had just recently abandoned them and were in a wonderful setting.
What did you think of your group leader?
Roger was a capable organiser, had sound knowledge of the island and was good company both on the walks and in the evenings when we all went out together.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Be prepared for a full days travelling both to get there and to get back. This is because of the difficulty in matching plane times to local buses to ferry sailings. It is a price worth paying to get to a resort off the usual tourist track
Is there anything else you would like to add?
The Hotel Galaxy was clean and comfortable, staff were helpful and Ricky was a charming host. Karystos is a lovely town with two good beaches for swimming after a days walking in the hills
Tania Nickson

MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES OF EVIA

Written June 2011
Tiring but most enjoyable.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
No one particular moment. The whole holiday was a joy from start to finish.
What did you think of your group leader?
Roger is great. A very thoughtful and helpful guide. We could not ask for a better chap.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
When Roger says "undulations" he means "hills", when he says "trainers" he means "walking boots".
Is there anything else you would like to add?
The current arrangement of 4 days walking, 1 day rest and a last day walking might be better split into 3, 1, 2. Ours was split that way owing to adverse weather conditions but i know several of our party welcomed the unscheduled break.
brendan O'Neill

MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES OF EVIA

Written April 2011
explore an untouristed greek island, sampling great food, countryside and views. relaxed hotel is a friendly base for the week.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Springtime flowers all along the hillsides.
Ancient ruins you feel you have just stumbled across - the quarried columns and the dragon houses especially.
What did you think of your group leader?
roger and thanos made everyone feel welcome and at ease. made sure we were all comfortable with the walks ahead and fully aware of what to expect.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
the sea is chilly in march! expect to be well fed......less choice for vegetarians.
make sure you get to the naughty cake shop in Karystos.
Elizabeth Peet

MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES OF EVIA

Written February 2011
Comfortable hotel, wonderful food, lots of history and culture, varied walking - some stunning views and beautiful coastline.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Wonderful views from the Acroplois on top of Mount Kliosi on the first day - especially after a rather tricky scramble up!
What did you think of your group leader?
Thano was so knowledgeable about the history and culture of this beautiful island - his talks added so much value to the trip. We had very variable weather and Thano adjusted the itinerary at short notice so that we did as much as possible. Thano took us to a different taverna every day where we sampled as many of the wonderful local dishes as possible! He was a very entertaining host.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Take a map of the island with you so that you can track where you are visiting. The museum in the town opens on Sunday mornings - something to do on the last day.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
The hotel was clean and comfortable and the rooms were warm and well serviced. The breakfasts were to die for! Local yoghurt, honey, bread, fruit, cheese ...and much more. The owners were very friendly and hospitable.
Lesley Savage

MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES OF EVIA

Written October 2010
Great group, great walks, fantastic food, really fun and knowledgable guide.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The chapel in the cliff side, lunch by the beach, the (endless) food
What did you think of your group leader?
Fantastic
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
It's almost entirely downhill walking. Taxi rides are not for the fainthearted.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Really enjoyed it, thansk to my fellow travellers, to Thanos and to Exodus. Felt slightly institutionalised by the end as we ate lunch and dinner together every day and never had to think about anything all week - but it was great.
gwen lewis

MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES OF EVIA

Written September 2010
For me, not enough walking but my fault as I chose a moderate grade. We were unfortunate to have rough seas for most of the week so the beach afternoons were a bit disappointing and so my plan to trade walking for swimming didn't quite work.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
I enjoyed the walk up to the acropolis which a few of us did. The first beach afternoon was lovely. The group got on well - 17 of us - and there was always good chat to be had and there was a friendly feel to the whole week.
What did you think of your group leader?
Very good and enthusiastic. Always helpful and pleasant .
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I would have preferred more picnic lunches. The time between breakfast and lunch in a taverna was long and drinks and dinner came quite soon after! The food also became repetitive - menus almost identical everywhere. I found the amount of litter depressing - it was like parts of Britain!