Viator
From €80
Naxos: Countryside Hike Among Villages & Byzantine Churches
The hike takes a route through small and picturesque traditional villages and areas of unrivaled natural beauty. You'll start and end your hike at Halki, a gem village which boasts samples of remarkable neoclassical architecture. Hike through the scenic valley of Tragea, dotted with Byzantine churches different in architectural style and from various eras, some decorated with outstanding frescoes. You ’ll hike through the area’s olive, fig, and citrus groves to reach Panagia Drosiani, one of the Balkans’ oldest churches, dating back to the 6th century AD. In the heart of the village of Kaloxylos you will visit the folklore museum, where you will have the opportunity to take a step back in time and marvel the rare collections of a bygone age. At the end of your hike, you'll visit the local distillery producing Kitron, Naxos’ citrus-based liqueur. Your hike ends with a delicious meal (optional) at one of the island's best traditional tavernas or with free time to wander around Halki.
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- · Up to 12 travelers
- · Adult required for booking
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Inland Naxos, dazzling countryside landscapes of oak and plane trees, running creeks and hidden Byzantine gems are everywhere. Let’s track them down and admire their age-old beauty. Hike through five different villages, visit a local distillery & an old olive press factory, a folklore museum and enjoy a traditional meal (optional meal) at the end of a great day! Highlights : -Hike through the natural wonders of Tragea Valley. -Visit Byzantine churches dating from the 6th century AD. -Use the ancient paths connecting five different villages. -Visit a local distillery and Folklore museum. -Enjoy a delicious meal at the end of the hike(optional). Distance: 8 km / 5miles Ascend: 448 m / 1469.82 ft Descend: 448 m / 1469.82 ft Terrain: dirt trail, paved trail, rocky trail
What's included
- Liability insurance
- First aid kits and other necessary equipment
- Snacks
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entrance to folklore museum
- Entrance to local distillery
- English speaking Trekking Hellas Guide
What's not included
- Gratuities
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Traditional Pickup included
Transfer included
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Meal included
Traditional meal
Countryside hike among villages & Byzantine churches
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