Walking Trails Ithaca Island
Walking trails on Ithaca Island.
Walking Trails on Ithaca Island
Ithaca is famous for its many walking trails including the famous Odysseus trail.
The island has centuries old olive groves, archaeological sites, stone huts, chapels and windmills leading to
different village and fishing
ports spread along the amazing rugged coast.
Walking Trails
Ithaca Island is on of the more famous islands with walking trails mainly because of the Archaeological Site of Homer's Odysseus. The island offers many different types of walking trails through olive groves, small villages, fishing ports, beaches and bays.
Frikes to Archaeological Site of Homer's Odysseus.
Our walk from Frikes to the archaeological site of Homer's Odysseus is a gentle uphill walk, starting in the village of Frikes.
We follow a quiet paved road through olive groves and low stone terraces with views back toward Frikes.
At the archeological site of Homer's Odysseus, which dates back to 1300BC, excavations reveal a Mycean palatial complex with roads, staircases and drainage systems. The views from this site are amazing showing why it was an important location for the legendary Greek king of Ithaka.
On our decent back towards Frikes we walk through the village of Platrithias along its narrow lanes and stone houses.
Frikes to Kioni.
Our walking trail towards Kioni, offers great views with green hills, olive trees and several beaches and bays, perfect for a swim stop.
Kioni is a stunning port with houses climbing around a tiny, intensely blue harbour. It's probably the most rewarding part of the walking trail.
The three windmills at the entrance to the bay are its signature sight, and the waterfront is lined with cafés and tavernas. Spend some time exploring the village harbour.
We then return to the quaint village of Frikes, explore the windmills and enjoy the local vibe of this small port.