Walking trails in Greece

Walking Trails

Join us on the walking trails as we explore and enjoy the Greek Islands.

During your holiday we will explore Lefkada Island, Meganisi Island, Kalamos Island, Kastos Island and Ithaca Island.

Our walking trails are between 2-hours to 3-hours each day and range from are easy to moderate.

The walking trails offer a mix of coastal walks, walks past the many historical sites, walks through olive groves, explore small villages, fishing ports, churches, beaches and bays.

You are free to walk as much or as little as you want each day.

Walking Trails Lefkada

Lefkada Island is our year-round home and starting location for our walking holidays in the Greek Islands.

Lefkada Island is located between Corfu Island and Kefalonia Island and is surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Ionian Sea. The island has a dramatic landscape with vertical rocky cliffs, mountainous areas with valleys and gorges leading to some beautiful, traditional and friendly Greek villages.

There are many walking trails on Lefkada Island including coastal routes, waterfalls, springs and ancient ruins, with many passing through olive groves and untouched nature.

Walking Trails Meganisi

Meganisi is an island of natural beauty with lush green vegetation and many bays and lies to the east of Lefkada, seperated by the Meganisi channel and Skorpios Island, and is one of the most picturesque islands in the Ionian Sea.

There are three main villages on the island of Meganisi. Vathy which is the main port of Meganisi, home to local fishing boats and yachts. Spatochori, which is located on a cliff overlooking the sea where you have some great views of Skorpios Island and beyond. Katomeri village is on the hillside above little Vathy and has a maze of narrow streets, with vibrant colourful flowers decorating the traditional stone houses and is home to many of the locals on the island.

There are many great walking trails on Meganisi, the highlights are the traditional villages, olive groves, coastal paths and sea caves. The most famous sea cave is Papanikoli cave which was used as a hiding place for submarines during World War two.

Walking Trails Kalamos

Kalamos is a small, mountainous and beautifully unspoiled island in the Ionian Sea, known for its dramatic coastline, lucious vegetation and tall vertical pine trees which grow right up to the coastline, with beaches of smooth white pebbles leading into the crystal-clear blue sea where Dolphin are often spotted.

The main harbour, Kalamos Town, is a welcoming port lined with waterfront tavernas, small cafés and family-run shops. The harbour is sheltered and scenic, with fishing boats, local cats wandering the quay and a gentle, traditional atmosphere.

Kalamos is less developed than nearby islands and offers excellent walking trails, short trails through untouched natural landscapes before relaxing and enjoying the harbour lights reflecting off the water, creating a beautiful, peaceful setting for the night.

Walking Trails Kastos

Kastos is one of the smallest and most peaceful islands in the Ionian Sea, offering a truly authentic and unspoiled Greek experience. With fewer than 200 residents, quiet stone-built villages and pristine turquoise bays, Kastos is a favourite stop for guests seeking relaxation, natural beauty and slow island living.

Kastos is an island where time seems to slow down. Its natural beauty, peaceful atmosphere and postcard-perfect anchorages make it a magical and memorable stop on our catamaran based walking holidays in the Ionian Islands.

Walking Trails Ithaca

Ithaca lies to the east of Kefalonia and is one of the smaller islands of the Ionian Sea. Known for its green mountains, quiet bays and charming villages, Ithaca offers a perfect combination of natural beauty and Greek mythology.

Ithaca is one of the most captivating islands in the Ionian Sea. It is a wonderful destination during a catamaran-based walking holiday, with stunning anchorages, beautiful walking paths and peaceful waters ideal for swimming and exploring.

Other Ionian Islands in the area.

There are many other islands in the area including Kefalonia, Skorpios, Atokos, Arkoudi, Thilia, Kythros, Formikoula and more. Some have good walking trails whilst others are worth a stop to swim and enjoy.

Kefalonia has many picturesque villages, olive groves, bays, beaches and a stunning coastline with crystal-clear swimming spots.

Skorpios Island is the most famous private island and was once owned by Greek shipping billionaire, Aristotle Onassis who married Jacqueline Kennedy on the island.

Atokos Island is small and uninhabited and is known as 'the secret island'. The island is privately owned but we can stop for a swim at the beautiful beaches where you may see a few wild goats and the family of black pigs.