Mountains & Villages of Evia, Greece

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Average Review Rating: from 47 reviews.

James Barton

MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES OF EVIA

Written June 2010
A relaxed way to explore an interesting part of Greece.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Finding how well and how quickly the group gelled.
What did you think of your group leader?
Roger was great. Kept us wanting to stay together, educated us when we asked, kept us interested and entertained. He has an excellent local knowledge of the people and places.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Be prepared to enjoy the food. It was varied and plentiful; the tables provided by the various hosts were excellent.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I'm not convinced that day 7 is sufficiently different from day 2, and day 2 in itself felt quite short. This is the first Exodus holiday since you changed your ratings. This felt like an old B grade, nothing strenuous and not very long days.
The Galaxy hotel must have been stunning in its day. Wonderfully situated on the harbour front, on the edge of the centre of the town. It was very clean and comfortable and the owners very helpful and friendly, but it is getting to the stage of needing a bit of love and affection! It did not detract in the least from our holiday, but don't expect 5 star.
Colin Turton

MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES OF EVIA

Written June 2010
A great introduction to group holidays. Exodus is recommended.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The food.
Cheap wine.
Mythos.
Great walks!
What did you think of your group leader?
Jane and I loved Roger dearly.
He was attentive, careful, patient, tolerant, knowledgable and great company.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Just do it!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
This holiday is everything it says on the can.
Rosemary Barker

MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES OF EVIA

Written June 2010
Evia is beautiful. This was a relaxed, friendly holiday - but for me, there was insufficient walking.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The most inspirational moment was when my friend and I walked to the ancient chestnut wood on our day off, it was quite magical; but the gorge walk we undertook with the group leader was also good.
What did you think of your group leader?
Very jovial and pleasant.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
No
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Particularly appreciated was the Evia guidebook given to us at the beginning of our visit and the welcome reception given by the hotel/Exodus.
Martine Pillette

MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES OF EVIA

Written April 2010
A big thank you to Exodus in general and to Roger, Thanos and the Odysseos hotel staff in particular for looking after us so well during our extended stay due the volcano-related travel problems. Something to be remembered in addition to the lovely walks, the sun, the seaside and the big meals!
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Deirdre O'Connor

MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES OF EVIA

Written March 2010
This was a great week- beautiful spring weather, nicely paced walks, great food and cheap wine!
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
I really enjoyed the walk up to the Acropolis, and the wallk down the Demosaris Gorge. I swam in the sea twice- beautiful clear water if a little fresh at this time of year. We just had loads of fun, the group were great craic and there was plenty of opportunity for resting and reading as well as socializing. I enjoyed eating in different restaurants each evening.
What did you think of your group leader?
Roger was an excellent leader, he paced the walks well and he introduced us to life in Karystos. I enjoyed his company for the week. We also met Thanos, as he picked us up from the airport. He gave us plenty of information in the short time he was with us.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Bring walking poles, especially after the winter when the paths are a bit eroded and were slippery in places. I think this was the holiday where I got the most use from mine. Do try a swim in the sea. Splash out on the single supplement if you are on your own- the rooms are quite small.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Really enjoyable holiday in a most interesting part of Greece. Especially at this time of year (February) we were the only tourists in town and were made to feel really welcome, especially in the Hotel Galaxy (which should be preserved as a genuine 70's hotel) which is comfortable and clean and in a great location.
Stephanie Whitehead

MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES OF EVIA

Written February 2010
Fantastic trip, friendly group, gorgeous food and a great guide
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The gorge walk is great with stunning scenery- although when we did it we encountered water covering the track. The summit to the Acropolis and Dragon Houses was spectacular and the friendliness and laughter with the group made it a trip to remember.
What did you think of your group leader?
Roger was a great tour leader and really made the trip worthwhile. His local knowledge of the area was fantastic and his ability to interact with everyone in the group is to be commended.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
As a novice walker I would have benefitted in places with having walking poles (although people in the group were more than happy to share).
ann hodsman
MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES OF EVIA

Written November 2009
I hadn't realised that such a large island existed off the mainland until I booked this trip and must say that I enjoyed every moment of it - the walking, the group and food will remain in my thoughts.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
seeing the goats give birth on their way down from the mountains
completing the walks, which at times, I found quite tough and being able to use the lift to get up to my room!!
walking along an almost deserted beach on route to lunch.
What did you think of your group leader?
Thanos was a font of knowledge because he was brought up on the island. His choice of taverna, both at lunch and for the evening meal, was something to look forward to. After 2 reasonably early starts, it was great to sit down and have either coffee and bread or cake, all of which Thanos had carried with him on each walk.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Be prepared to eat lunch early to mid afternoon - usually after the walk - but it was well worth waiting for!!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
The sea view from the hotel balcony was very interesting - watching the small fishing fleet come in and out each day and seeing the catch being unloaded and nets checked - it reminded me of what used to happen in Grimsby at one time (we called in 'Trawler watch').
We were all looked after very well, walked plenty and ate alot - what a great holiday!!