Symi keeps a network of old stone footpaths, the kalderimi, that once tied the town to farms, chapels, monasteries and hidden bays. These paved mule tracks crossed the bare interior long before the coast road, and walkers now follow them to cross the island on foot. The routes climb from the upper town, run over … Read more
Santorini hiking is led by the spectacular Fira-to-Oia caldera trail, with shorter walks to Skaros Rock, the Profitis Ilias monastery and the craters of the Nea Kameni volcano. The clifftop paths offer some of the finest views in Greece. This guide covers the best trails, the difficulty, the timing and tips for hiking. Walking is … Read more
Running the length of the island from the far south to the north, the Corfu Trail is a 180-kilometre waymarked long-distance walking route that takes 10 to 15 days to complete. It reveals a green, traditional Corfu far from the resorts. This guide covers the route, the day walks, the difficulty and the best time … Read more