Pelion Secrets
6 Days, East Pelion
(last updated February 2022)
An Easygoing,
Multi-Adventure Trip
in Pelion, Greece
HIGHLIGHTS
➤ Sail to uninhabited lands and swim in the translucent waters of wild sea caves.
➤ Wander along scenic seaside paths and feast outdoors on authentic Greek delicacies.
➤ Climb, rappel and swim in the hidden waterfalls and natural pools of a lush forest.
➤ Go beach-hopping on a sea kayak, along the tropical-like coast of east Pelion.
➤ Meet like-minded travellers who love nature and off-the-beaten-path destinations.
When our close friends come to visit us in Pelion, they crave to get lost in its enchanting natural surroundings, escape the crumbling stress of urban life, make new friends and
even have an unforgettable summer romance (which they often do)!!! So in the -usually short- duration of their stay we make a point of making each and every one of their days with us really count. Sharing with them nothing less than the things we ourselves love the most about Pelion, we spend our time together going from secret spots to remote taverns, and from hidden waterfalls to secluded beaches.
That’s what led us to put together Pelion Secrets, a multi-day trip, for people who, like our friends, come to recharge their batteries and enjoy all the things that make Pelion a fascinating mountain, in a short period of time.
ITINERARY
Day #1 | Arrival
Our private bus will pick you up from the city of Volos, at a prearranged time and location, to take you to your accommodation in East Pelion. After you check-in and freshen up, it’s time for our “Meet and Greet” moment, over a cocktail and dinner. First cocktail is on us!
Meals included: Dinner
Day #2 | Walking & Boating
You’ll be introduced to Pelion’s scenic views with a short hike (a hiker would probably call it an easy walk) to a picturesque coastal village. There, you’ll embark on a private boat excursion to the legendary area of the sea caves, located in the uninhabited part of Pelion; a place that usually makes one feel good just to be alive. You will swim and snorkel in the pristine waters of the Aegean sea until you start getting hungry. Then you’ll head to our favourite nearby beach where an authentic Greek picnic will be in the making.
Meals included: Breakfast, Healthy Snack Box & Picnic (full course)
Day #3 | Sea Kayaking
You’ll start the morning jumping on your exploration vessel for the day, a colourful double-seated sea kayak. After you get acquainted with the basics of paddling, (which to most feel as simple as the basics of walking), you’ll venture into a refreshing expedition along the tropical-like east coast of Pelion, which our friends call “the Greek jungle”. Somewhere around lunchtime, you’ll follow us with your kayak to one of our most incognito locations, for an outdoor feast which we will prepare and enjoy together surrounded only by the sea, the sun, and the forest.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch/Picnic (full course collective cooking session)
Day #4 | Canyoning
All you need for this day is a wetsuit, and it will be waiting for you in the morning. Once you have it on, you’ll effortlessly enter a place in the forest that we lovingly call “Neverland”; a land of waterfalls, water slides, and hanging ivies where the eternal child that lives in all of us can spend the day climbing, rappelling and swimming. The day continues with a visit to Pelion’s “final frontier”; a village where all asphalt roads end and the stunning views begin. There we’ll enjoy a homemade traditional Greek lunch under an ancient plane tree, on a lingering terrace overlooking the Aegean Sea.
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch (traditional tavern)
Day #5 | Walking & Relax
On the last morning of your trip, you’ll find yourself wandering into a tunnel-like path along the forested coast; a pathway to our very personal paradise; This is where we take our friends and also you to see jaws dropping and smiles exploding at the sight of unspoiled beaches. And right when you start thinking that summer doesn’t get better than this, a lunch waiting for you at a seaside tavern, tucked away on a remote rocky beach will make sure to prove you wrong.
After lunch, you will slowly hike back to your accommodation and get some rest before our final activity together: an afternoon outdoor gathering where we will enjoy the night breeze over some drinks and good music.
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch (traditional tavern)
Day #6 | Departure
You can take one last morning walk along the beach or simply enjoy a long breakfast (or both if you are an early bird) before you ride on our bus which will take you back to Volos.
Unless like some of our friends. you decide to change your flight and stay in Pelion for an undefined period of time…
Meals included: Breakfast
DATES & PRICES
€995 per person (shared double / twin room)
+€100 “My own room”
June 2023
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Accommodation
● 5 nights at Hotel Cleopatra (or similar) in Chorefto, East Pelion
Transportation
● Transport between destinations and to/from included activities, with Private Minibus/Minivan
Meals
● 5 breakfasts,
● 1 dinner, 2 lunches, 1 full-course picnic, 1 full-course cooking session
Activities & Tours (guided)
● 2 short hiking tours
● 1 boat excursion
● 1 sea kayaking tour
● 1 outdoors collective cooking session
● 1 canyoning & via ferrata activity
SLOW TRAVEL: WHAT TO EXPECT
While we will keep you active and busy throughout the day, we really wanted to create a slow travel experience where nothing is rushed, giving you time to take in each day at your own pace. This is why on this trip you will have the freedom to enjoy your afternoons and nights in any way you prefer. Whether it is reading a book on your hotel balcony, going out for drinks with your co-travellers, taking a long walk on the beach alone or having a quiet dinner in the nearby area, it’s up to you. We will always be available for tips and suggestions.
YOUR TOUR LEADER
My name is Yorgos, which is George in Greek. I grew up in Zagora, one of the villages of East Pelion, and spent the biggest part of my life there. I believe that Pelion is an amazing place to live in and of course to visit which, 8 years ago, led me to create Pelion Scout: a tour agency focusing on experiential tourism in the region of Pelion, in Greece.
What I wanted from the very beginning was to bring visitors of Pelion to places that they cannot easily reach. And the best way to do that is, I believe, through easy activities, like kayaking, hiking, canyoning, or anything else that can give almost anyone the means to visit those hard-to-reach places.
During your trip, my priority will be to keep you safe and happy, in the hope that you too will love Pelion with the same intensity that I do. See you soon!
STRAIGHT TALK
While we will keep you active and busy throughout the day, we really wanted to create a slow travel experience where nothing is rushed, giving you time to take in each day at your own pace. This is why on this trip you will have the freedom to enjoy your afternoons and nights in any way you prefer. Whether it is reading a book on your hotel balcony, going out for drinks with your co-travellers, taking a long walk on the beach alone or having a quiet dinner in the nearby area, it’s up to you. We will always be available for tips and suggestions.
Hotel Selection – Casual/Standard Hotel Cleopatra (or similar)
Run by a friendly family with a serious commitment to cleanliness, this casual hotel is all about location: All you have to do to get to the beach of Chorefto is simply cross the street! The rooms are simple, comfortable and with nice seaside views. All rooms have private baths. Single room availability is limited.
Food & Drinks – In this trip breakfast and lunch (including an outdoor picnic and a collective cooking session) are all included. Dinner however is left up to each participant’s own choice and preference. Of course, we will be more than happy to give you tips and suggestions.
Other than your first cocktail at our Meet and Greet, drinks are not included but will be available.
Socializing – This trip is all about making new like-minded friends, so all our daily activities are designed to create a feeling of community and togetherness within the group. Shy people, we see you too and we’ll do our best to create a safe space so that the extrovert inside you, can come out and stay out. If you want to book this trip, but have already a group of friends you want to join us with, please refer to the private version of this tour.
ASK US ANYTHING
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