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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
This Papingo - Vikos Gorge One Day tour offers us the ultimate view of the world’s deepest canyon, Vikos canyon. In our path, we’ll meet one of the clearest and coldest rivers of Europe, Voidomatis and well as some spots that provide us with a sublime view of the canyon. The silvery river’s waters, though cold, are surprisingly refreshing for swimming and ideal for rafting in the late spring and summer months.
Semi Private - Private option
English: All departures
A set of photos
Lunch
Transfers from / to your hotel or closest available location
Professional Tour Guide
Any Private Expenses
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Traveler pickup is offered. You will be informed on the exact time and location after your booking.
Traveler pickup
Ioannina Airport, Ioannina, Greece
Ioannina, Ioannina, Greece We begin our tour from Ioannina and we follow the path “up to the road” that leads to the place behind the mountain (Zagori means the place behind the mountain).
Vikos, Vikos, Greece The first stop will be at Vikos village, one of the most beautiful places that offers a breathtaking view of Vikos Gorge. At an altitude of 770 metres, this village is included in the borders of the Vikos-Aoos Natural Reserve. The trekking paths give visitors the chance to enjoy the beauty of the region. 20 minutes
Voidomatis River, Greece We proceed to our second spot for a stop near the river Voidomatis, so as to explore the place and swim at its clear water as well (weather permitting). Voidomatis is an amazing river that runs through Vikos Gorge, located close to many villages of Zagoria. There we also see the bridge of Aristi. 40 minutes
Aristi, Aristi, Greece We proceed to our second spot for a stop near the river Voidomatis, so as to explore the place and swim at its clear water as well (weather permitting). Voidomatis is an amazing river that runs through Vikos Gorge, located close to many villages of Zagoria. There we also see the bridge of Aristi. 40 minutes
Papingo Rock Pools, Papigko, Greece After that we visit “Rock Pools” of Papingo, a location where natural pools are formed by the river. This beautiful site is located between the two Papigo villages. The rock formations create a beautiful landscape, ideal for tranquil moments. Weather permitting, you can swim here and adjust the timing accordingly with your guide. 30 minutes
Mikro Papigko, Mikro Papigko, Greece Our next stop at the village of Mikro Papingo to visit the information center of Vikos-Aoos National Park. Mikro Papingo is a lovely village with great views. Along with Megalo Papigo, there are the most popular villages of Zagoria. 20 minutes
Papigko, Papigko, Greece Afterwards, we make a stop to Megalo Papingo to enjoy a coffee, tea or juice in a beautiful coffee shop and for a walk around the narrow streets of the most famous village in Zagori. Megalo Papigo is the most tourist village of Zagoria, however it hasn't lost its authentic style. Due to tourism, Papigo is lively all year round. 20 minutes
Monodendri, Monodendri, Greece Moving on we visit the village of Monodendri, where we’ll visit the highest viewpoint of Vikos Gorge, known as "Oxya" and the Stone Forest. Monodendri is a typical traditional village, iconstructed at an altitude of 1,060 metres. From there starts a trekking path to the Vikos Gorge. 20 minutes
Stone Forest, Monodendri, Greece Moving on we visit the village of Monodendri, where we’ll visit the highest viewpoint of Vikos Gorge, known as "Oxya" and the Stone Forest. Monodendri is a typical traditional village, iconstructed at an altitude of 1,060 metres. From there starts a trekking path to the Vikos Gorge. 20 minutes
Agia Paraskevi Monastery, Monodendri, Greece Following we make a short stop to the Monastery of Agia Paraskevi in Monodentri and before we proceed to the Ioannina, our last stop will be at Vitsa village, a picturesque village with stone houses and paved paths, situated at an altitude of 960m. The settlement constists of two villages, Ano and Kato Vitsa. 20 minutes
Vitsa, Vitsa, Greece Following we make a short stop to the Monastery of Agia Paraskevi in Monodentri and before we proceed to the Ioannina, our last stop will be at Vitsa village, a picturesque village with stone houses and paved paths, situated at an altitude of 960m. The settlement constists of two villages, Ano and Kato Vitsa. 20 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Wear walking shows and bring a backpack
You can bring towels and bathing suit so you can swim
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Adrian J
11 Nov 2023
We saw a lot of places we would not have been able to find ourselves and would have had to hire a car.
The weather was gorgeous and our guide was very informative except when I asked about the botany of the area. His strong point was history.
Jessica_C
02 Dec 2022
My husband and I had a wonderful time. Each view was absolutely breath taking, and our guide made the whole trip special. Ioannis was very warm, welcoming, knowledgeable, and so much fun to be around! If we ever get a chance to go back to Greece, we’d love to do this tour again with Epirus Traveller and Ioannis!
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