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Overview

Looking for an exciting adventure? Join us on a 4×4 excursion through the stunning villages of Zagori, where you’ll get to see traditional stone bridges and even take a dip at the beautiful Iliochori waterfall! This journey off the beaten path is perfect for nature lovers and those who crave adventure. And the best part? We’ll even teach you how to cook up a delicious meal along the way. So come on, let’s explore together and make some memories!

Description:

Experience the stunning beauty and cultural heritage of Zagori on our exciting excursion. Our journey starts with a visit to the most famous stone bridges of Zagori, including the Kokkori and Plakida or Tritoxo bridges.

As we continue our tour, we’ll venture into the forest on a unique off-road route, leading to the Vikaki ravine. Here, we’ll witness the start of the Vikaki ravine, admire the unique landscape of nature and marvel at the old stone bridges that connect the villages.

Afterwards, we’ll take a break and enjoy a refreshing coffee or juice at Tsepelovo square, one of the most charming villages in Zagori.

Our next destination is the picturesque village of Iliochori. After reaching the village, we’ll hike for 25 minutes to the stunning Iliochori Waterfall. There, we’ll enjoy swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the natural pool created by the waterfall before making our way back.

The adventure continues as we make our way to Gyftokampos, where we’ll cook traditional Zagori cuisine by the stream. This is a perfect opportunity to recharge and experience the delicious flavors of local cuisine.

Throughout the tour, our experienced guides will provide you with valuable insights into the history, culture, and natural beauty of Zagori. This excursion is a perfect choice for anyone looking to explore the hidden gems of the area and experience the rich culture and traditions of Zagori.

Highlights:

  • Visit the stone bridges of Kokkoris, Plakidas, and the old Bridge of Vikaki gorge.
  • Visit the traditional villages of Kipoi, Tsepelovo, Skamneli, and Iliochori.
  • Hike a path, for 1 km, to Iliochori Waterfall to swim in the crystal clear waters of the river.
  • Visit the open museum of Sarakatsaniki Stani and learn the history of the nomadic life of “Sarakatsani”.
  • Cook traditional food from Zagori in the forests of Gyftokampos, close to the river.

Included

  • English-speaking guide/driver
  • ‎Hiking poles
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off
  • Picnic (seasonal fruits, energy bars)
  • Cooking (Traditional trachanas, season salad)
  • Liability insurance
  • Taxes

Excluded

  • Meal at restaurant
  • Personal accident insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Anything not mentioned above

Additional info

leaderboard Difficulty: Easy

tour Tour Type: Private tour

group Group size: 6 people (for more participants, please send us a request)

workspaces_filled Participation requirements: Good physical condition

boy Age: From 6 years old

hail Pick-up and drop-off are available from the hotel where you are staying.

people_alt At least 2 adults should accompany children.

 

Health and safety standards

At Food Tours we take your health and the health of our staff very seriously. To be sure that you can enjoy our tours with the maximum protection we have put in place some strict measures.

We make sure that all our partners and our own places are disinfected after each tour
All our guides have been trained on health and safety measures
Masks and hand sanitizers should be used on all our tours by our guides
Guests must bring their own mask
We keep our group small and we offer private tours

Bring With Me

  • Light clothes for hiking
  • Towels and swimsuit for the summer months
  • Light hiking shoes or hiking boots
  • Hat or beanie
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunblock

Prices

1 participant: 330€ pp
2 participants: 170€ pp
3 participants: 125€ pp
4 participants: 100€ pp
5 participants: 90€ pp
6 participants: 80€ pp

Want to customize this tour with your own options?

You can make changes, choose a hotel type or an especially nice hotel, add inclusions and make this trip unforgettable!