BRIEF ITINERARY
Day 1
– Arrival Day
Meet at Agios Georgios of Pagoi at the north-west of Corfu. We are going to Belle Helene Hotel reception, where they will accompany us to our apartments/studios.
* A free of charge mini-bus group transfer may be provided, depending on the arrival times and locations of the participants.
Day 2 - Walking from Paleokastritsa to Agios Georgios of Pagoi via the byzantine castle and the Venetian footpath
Transfer by mini-bus to the start of the walk. Walking the narrow footpaths among the olive groves all the way to Lakones village where we follow the direction towards the Aggelokastro. After we visit Aggelokastro, we are heading west via dirt tracks and meet the beginning of the old Venetian footpath which will gently take us all the way down to the Agios Georgios bay.
Length: 14.5km (9 miles)
Approximate Walking Time: 3.5 - 4 hours
Day 3 - Walking from Omaloi to Sfakera village passing through the valley of Nymfes
Transfer by mini-bus to the start of the walk at Omaloi neighborhood at elevation of320 m. We walk at Agia Triada Monastery which is located at450m on the top of a pyramid shaped hill, enjoying the views towards Albania and the most north western Greek islands. Starting our descent, we pass the village of Nymfes and visit the waterfalls and the surrounding area. Afterwards, we visit the abandoned Monastery of Askitario and the cave of the hermit which are located next to the village. On the final section of our day, we will make our way towards Sfakera village through the footpaths and the slopes of the mountain. A mini-bus will pick us up and transfer us to our accommodation.
Length: 15km (9.5 miles)
Approximate Walking Time: 4.5 – 5 hours
Day 4
– Visit the convent of Jesus Christ at Agios Athanasios and walk to Spartylas
Transfer by mini-bus to Agios Athanasios and start our day with a visit to the convent dedicated to Jesus Christ. Afterwards we will start walking via dirt tracks till the Rekini crossroad, where we enter the western slopes of the mountain Pantokrator. We will start gaining altitude by walking under the tree arches and via the lime stoned footpaths, reaching the village of Vallanio. We then follow the dirt tracks along the olive groves towards the footpaths which will guide us to Sokraki village andcross the woodland which takes us to the village of Spartylas. A mini-bus will pick us up and transfer us to our new accommodation in Kalami bay.
Length: 14.5km (9 miles)
Approximate Walking Time: 4.5 – 5 hours
Day 5 – Crossing the Mt. Pantokrator from Spartylas village to Agios Spyridon at the northern most coast of the island
Early start with a mini-bus transfer to the beginning of the walk. Start walking and gaining altitude till the beginning of Pantokrator’s plateau and Taxiarchis Chapel with its frescoes and magnificent views. Crossing the karst plateau, we head towards the peak of the mountain via rocky footpaths, under oak trees, along bushes and herbs. After reaching the peak, we will head down towards the village of Old Peritheia and visit the abandoned village which holds the mountainous character. We make our way down and off the mountain by following the footpaths of its north side, all the way to the sea level and the Almyros beach, the northern beach of the island, where a mini-bus will transfer us to our accommodation.
Length: 25km (15.5 miles)
Approximate Walking Time: 6.5 – 7 hours
Day 6
– Walk from Kalami to Kassiopi following multiple little bays and the Natura 2000 area of Erimitis. Optional kayak outing or horse-riding session (not included)
We start walking from Kalami bay and follow the coastline northwards. We pass consecutive little bays with beautiful views towards Albania. The footpath narrows and we find ourselves moving on the coastal outcrops before we reach Agios Stefanos bay, an excellent resting place. After a nice and restful refreshment, if you prefer to extend the walk then you can pick up the footpath again and enter Erimitis natural area or head back to Kalami. Alternatively, you can choose one of the optional activities that north-east can offer, such as kayaking around the bays or horse riding in Erimitis area! This win-win situation guarantees an enjoyable afternoon for everybody.
Length: 12.5km (9 miles)
Approximate Walking Time: 4 – 4.5 hours
Day 7 - A Day in Corfu Town and a night walk among the narrow Venetian alleys
Transfer from our accommodation to Corfu Town by mini-bus. Check-in at our hotel and have a free day for shopping/wondering around for everybody. Dinner all together at night and then we will have a night walk in the old town!
Day 8 – Departure Day
After breakfast our adventure ends.
* A free of charge mini-bus group transfer may be provided, depending on the arrival times and locations of the participants.
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