Vikos Gorge and Papingo One Day Tour from Ioannina
- 8–10 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Private tour
Highlights
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.
Inclusions
What's included
- English: All departures
- A set of photos
- Lunch
- Transfers from / to your hotel or closest available location
- Professional Tour Guide
What's not
- Any Private Expenses
- Alcoholic Beverages
Itinerary
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Let's Book Travel
- 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
How it compares in Ioannina
- Its from-price is 99% above the median of the 17 day trips we list in Ioannina.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 5 of 17.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Ioannina
Ioannina is a lakeside city in Epirus, north-west Greece, with a walled citadel, Ottoman mosques, silversmiths and the Zagori mountains close by.
Ioannina sits on the shore of Lake Pamvotida, below the mountains of the Pindus range in the Epirus region of north-west Greece. Its walled castle, with the inner citadel of Its Kale, encloses the Fethiye Mosque, the Byzantine Museum and a museum in the Aslan Pasha Mosque, all reached through stone lanes. The old town has a long tradition of silversmithing, and craft shops still sell silverwork.
