HE OUTSTANDING NATURE OF
IOANNINA & ZAGOROCHORIA

DAY 1

Arrive to Ioannina Airport and transferred to your hotel.

Walk through the narrow streets of the old town, see the main features of the local architecture, walk around Pamviotis lake which surrounds the town, visit the castle.

In the evening & then try the local homemade recipes in one of the traditional lake tavernas.

DAY 2

After breakfast, we will start our amazing tour of Zagorochoria (complex of 46 villages). All connected by stone-arched bridges, these villages are ideal for those seeking relaxation and tranquility.

First stop is Tzoumerka village. Admire the breathtaking views as you visit the Kipina Monastery, the villages of Kalarrites and Pramanta, the Anemotripa Cave. Have a stop at Arachthos River, the location of the famous and historic stone bridge of Plaka.

Then, head to Katarraktis village and to Tzoumerka where you can enjoy views of the waterfalls as well as a break for a coffee, tea, or juice.

Next is Anemotripa Cave, a magical place where a river crosses the whole cave. Stop at Pramanta and take a walk in the village and admire the scenery.

Do rafting in Arachthos river. The route is filled with impressive natural beauty, the highlight being when we passed through the narrowest point of the gorge. Its towering rock sides, which, from below, seemed as if they would touch at the top, was a magical spectacle. The route reached its end soon after this point, at the single-arch Plaka bridge, which, following its collapse, was entirely reconstructed to fully resemble the original structure.

Follow the path, crossing the quaint bridges as you make the 5km walk from Katarraktis Village in search of the impressive twin waterfalls of the same name.

Overnight in Tzoumerka.

DAY 3

After breakfast, visit Metsovo, a mountainous village, which offers bountiful experiences to its visitors, it is often called the Switzerland of Greece.

Spectacular natural beauty, authentic traditional character, ski-slopes and wine culture, Metsovo and its inhabitants will charm you with its tasteful charm. Metsovo is famous for its winery and also for its local dairy products. I suggest you taste the famous cheese, Metsovone, a semi-hard smoked cheese, made from a mixture of cow’s and goat’s milk and roasted meat and buy homemade pasta. The mountains are full of wild greens and mushrooms, which are used to prepare hearty dishes. Goat and sheep cooked with wild greens.

During our trip we will have the chance to wander in the cobblestone paths inside the villages , admire the stone houses, visit the stone bridges which lie there for centuries and try the local homemade recipes. For those who are interested to engage in outdoor activities such as kanoe -kajiak , walking and climbing Zagori is the perfect destination.

Arrive to Papigo village and overnight.

DAY 4

After a great breakfast Visit Konitsa, the land of berries.

Take a stroll along the cobblestone alleys illuminated by the shimmering light that bounces off the stone walls, and you will feel as if you’ve suddenly landed in a fairytale, as you pass among the picture-perfect houses with the well-manicured gardens

Once you reach the main square, a sense of calmness will take over as you will see the locals comfortably sitting in the cafe, enjoying small talk over coffee or perhaps something stronger.

Then visit Vikos Gorge, which is situated close to the source of the Voidomatis River, with incredible green valleys and views of the gorge that carries its name.