Greece

Vikos canyon is one of the most magnificent canyons in the mountain range of Pindus, with a length of 20km and walls that range from 120 to 490m deep and a width ranging from 400m to just a few meters at its narrowest part. The canyon is listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the deepest canyo...

The lagoon of Balos is located on the northwestern end of Crete and it is probably one of the most famous beaches in Crete. Famous for its turquoise waters and an impressive surrounding landscape that includes mountains and small islands, it is visited by thousands of tourists each year. The lago...

The northern most edge of the island of Kythera is Cape Spathi. This is where the impressive lighthouse of Moudari is located. The lighthouse is 25 meters high and very well preserved. The overall area is of amazing beauty as the view from cape Spathi towards the Peloponnese is incredible. The b...

Omalos plateau is at the center of the White Mountains sierra in western Crete. It is located 38km south of Chania at an altitude above 1000m. All around the plateau, several of the high peaks of the sierra stand creating an impressive scenery. Above the plateau, at an altitude of 1680m, lies th...

Askifou plateau is located in the heart of the White Mountains sierra in western Crete, approximately 50 km from the city of Chania. At an altitude of around 1200m, the plateau is surrounded by many of the high peaks of the White Mountains (most of which are above 2000m of altitude) and in winter...

Omalos plateau is one of the highest plateaus in Crete at an altitude of 1080m above sea level. It is located in the heart of the White Mountains sierra and it is surrounded by seven of their peaks. One of them is the iconic Gigilos. From far away, Gigilos seems the wildest of all, however it has...

The southern side of the island of Crete has the most beautiful and secluded beaches. The catch is that most of them are not easily accessible and/or may lack facilities. I consider this to be their greatest advantage and really enjoy those beaches that have fewer visitors and not the "pollution"...

Samothrace is a small island in the northern Aegean sea. It is mostly mountainous with the highest peak reaching up to 1671m of altitude. The island is full of springs and small rivers and it is famous for its vathres. "Vathres" are how the locals call the natural pools that are formed throughout...

The gorge of Aghia Irini takes its name from the village located near its entrance. Aghia Irini is a small village on the road from Chania to Sougia, approximately 43km from the city of Chania. The gorge is one of the most popular gorges in Crete, attracting several thousands of hikers each summ...

This trail takes you through a ravine formed by a small river. In the past, when electricity and power motors were not available in the island, almost twenty watermills were operating here. As such, besides the bursting nature and the numerous waterfalls, hiking this trail is also a historic walk...

Lake of Krios or Viena beach is located on the west side of Cape Krios and it is the most remote beach of the coastline in the Palaiochora area (the closest city from the beach). The beach is mainly rocky, with sand in some places. It is protected by a large wall of rocks, that forms a small encl...

Gyaliskari is one of the most beautiful beaches at the southwest of Crete, near the small town of Palaiochora. It is approximately 4km away from the town and the route is perfect to cycle. Once in Pakaiochora, if you haven't brought your own bike, you can rent one as there are numerous bike renta...

Evros is the river that marks the borders between Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria. Its delta is an extensive wetland that is one of the most important wetlands in Europe. It is the refuge for a large number of bird species and especially for wintering birds and those that use it as a migration statio...

Perched dramatically on a steep cliff high above the Ionian Sea, Angelokastro (also known as the Castle of the Angel) is one of Corfu’s most stunning historical landmarks. Located near the village of Krini, this 13th-century Byzantine fortress offers breathtaking views, rich history, and a reward...

Perched on the northwestern tip of Corfu, Cape Drastis is one of the island’s most striking and photogenic natural landmarks. With its dramatic limestone cliffs, hidden coves, and surreal rock formations jutting into the Ionian Sea, this secluded cape offers a picture-perfect escape from the bu...

The hike to Porto Timoni is one of the most breathtaking coastal walks in Corfu, leading to a spectacular double-sided beach with turquoise waters, dramatic cliffs, and panoramic views of the Ionian Sea. This scenic trail rewards you with both adventure and relaxation, making it a must-do for hik...