The beauty of the nature, the wonderful weather conditions & the love of the people who maintain the trails & constantly discover new, are the basic advantages for the growth of this interesting activities.
Greece has some of the world’s best walks, hikes & treks, ranging from famous mountain hiking &trekking trails. Walking, hiking & trekking tours & holidays in Greece are so varied that everyone’s taste & energy levels can be met. Walking in Greece isn’t just for hard-nuts, but also for the youngsters, who will be enthralled by what it offers : Greece walking, trekking & hiking holidays & tours really can be for everyone.
In the southern part of Europe, in the particular wild natural beauty & rich history of Monemvasia’s area (Peloponnese), we organize unique activity tours (walking-trekking-hiking-biking) for small groups, completed with genuine unique experiences, having as goal to immerse you not only into the natural beauty, but also into our region’s treasure as history, culture, tradition & the unique local Laconian cuisine, through one-of-a kind-experiences witch will complete your activities.
Our activities Nature & Wild life are developed in the area of Monemvasia, according on the season & interests of the visitors. The routes & paths provide spectacular beauty & are leaded by experienced, licensed local guide in nature paths & wild life.
With our aim to introduce you in the great natural heritage of our region, we organize for you special activity programs (nature & wild life) for small groups with many experiences, to discover not only the particular nature, but also other beauties of our region, its history, people, culture, tradition & great local cuisine of Laconia, through daily experiences which will accompany your activities.
Our trekking, walking, hiking & biking programs are one-week length & are especially designed for small groups, individuals or travel agencies by special agreements. (SPECIAL TAILORED PROGRAMS ON REQUEST).
Walking or Cycling in Monemvasia Area
THE OLIVE ROAD (WALKING AND GAINING KNOWLEDGE ABOUT OLIVE TREE CULTIVATION)
Starting from Liotrivi Historic Mansion we walk, through the rural roads, in the nature, among the
olive groves of Monemvasia.
On a route of different distances, according to preferences and mood of our guests, they will learn
about the cultivation of olive trees. In our area, the cultivation of olive trees and the production of
extra virgin olive oil is essential part of our culture for over 2500 years.
The Athinoelia variety that comes from the ancient Greek Times, is cultivated, uninterruptedly all
these centuries and consists the 1/5 of the total olive cultivation, also a number of local varieties of
olive trees are cultivated in our area.
During this route, your guide will talk to you about the cultivation, the varieties and their features,
when you return to the estate, in Liotrivi Mansion, a presentation will take place about the oil
harvesting method as well as a tour of the Olive oil Museum, to get acquainted with the practices and
methods of production of the extra virgin Olive Oil.
At the end of the activity you will have the chance to taste local snack with local products and wine
from our collection.
Duration of activity: 2-3 hours
Includes
– English speaking guide.
– Two distance options.
– Hiking sticks.
– Accompanied by local cuisine snack.
– Accompanied by local wine of choice from our collection
THE WINE ROAD (WALKING IN THE VINEYARDS AND GAININING KNOWLEDGE OF WINE-MAKING.)
Starting from Liotrivi Historic Mansion we walk, through the rural roads, on a beautiful route, among the
vineyards and orchards.
Our region has a long tradition in the production of quality wines with most significant Byzantine Times, when
the famous Wine of Malvasia was produced here. In modern times, local grape varieties are cultivated, such as
Moschofilero,Agiorgitiko, Roditis, Kidonitsa and others, but also European varieties, such asMerlot, Sardogne
Sevignion.About halfway through, we will visit the large vineyard of LiotriviEstate. There your guide will
provide you with a tour of the Vineyard, as well as detailedinformation on the varieties grown there, their
particular characteristicscultivation, methods, practices, and how fermentation of wines is carried
out.Continuing the beautiful route between the vineyards, we return to LiotriviHistorical Mansion, where our
guests will be able to enjoy snacks from local delicacies and try local wines from our collection.
Duration of activity: about 3 hours
Includes
– English speaking guide.
– Two distance options.
– Hiking sticks.
– Accompanied by local cuisine snack.
– Accompanied by local wine of choice from our collection
Trekking in Monemvasia Area
PATHS AROUND THE WATER MILL IN BALI GORGE.
We start our activity by going down the cobbled path with the watermills. Among the ruins of 12
watermills, on water’s way to the sea, we will stop in the third watermill, which is restored and every
Saturday the villagers but also other locals and visitors who insist on tradition grain their wheat. The
watermill will be the starting point for our paths. In nature with images that take you back to the
beginning of the last century. Going down the gorge on a relatively easy route between plane trees,
olive trees and running waters, our guide will introduce you to the local flora , later you will return to
the watermill through a circular path. Returning there, you will enjoy a picnic type break with freshly
squeezed orange juice, local snacks and fresh fruit. The days and hours that the watermill operates, a
tour will be provided by our tour guide inside the watermill, with no extra charge.
The natural landscape that surrounds the Watermill is wonderful, calm and serene and makes the visitor
feel the peace and tranquility. There will be free time for taking photos and relaxation until the end of
the activity.
Duration of activity: 2-3 hours INCLUDES
Three path options – English Speaking guide.
– Short distance 1800m – Hiking sticks.
– Medium distance 2700m – Picnic preparation and Service.
– Long distance 3500m – Local products for the picnic
Hiking
The hiking routes presented here offer an alternative way of getting to know the region covered by the Monemvasia Municipality, providing a more immediate contact with the natural environment, the inhabitants and history of the area. Therefore the routes are treks, rather than climbs, to enable visitors to appreciate the history, architecture, religious monuments, as well as nature.
The hikes mainly follow the old paths that were once the only way of getting from one village to another, as well as newer, mostly unsurfaced, roads where necessary. Visitors can choose from a wide variety of routes, whether circular or direct, according to their particular interests, their state of fitness and time available.
The region is ideal for hiking, with relatively easy routes, many with wonderful views, accessible throughout the year. They combine hills, mountain slopes and coastal paths.
