Zagori: Vikos Gorge Crossing

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Zagori: Vikos Gorge Crossing
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Zagori: Vikos Gorge Crossing

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Από: Trekking Hellas
4.6 ★ 72 reviews
7 Hours
Estimated tour length
Tour guide
Experienced local Trekking Hellas guide included

Highlights

  • Hike the world’s deepest canyon, a UNESCO Global Geo park
  • Discover the beauty of Voidomatis springs
  • Live an unforgettable experience
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Σύντομη περιγραφή

The Vikos Gorge is part of the 12,600 hectare Vikos-Aoos National Park and has been listed in the Guinness book of records as the deepest canyon worldwide in proportion to its width. It is definitely a spectacular sight! It is accessible from several points, including the gravity-defying cliff-face monastery of Agia Paraskevi at its southern end and the ridge-top village of Vikos at the other. The landscape of the 20 km long gorge is extremely diverse and is characterized by abrupt changes in altitude. The Vikos Gorge has been carved over millions of years by the Voidomatis River, a tributary of the Aoös River. As it splits the mountain in half, its slopes expose rock formations of limestone and dolomite, dating back to 150 million years . Its vertical cliffs rise up to a height of 1700 meters.

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Itinerary

The hike starts from Monodendri village with a 45 minute descend until we reach the river bed. The trail is ascending and descending surrounded by steep mountain tops and dense forests of deciduous trees and 1800 plant species. Before ascending to Vikos village, we will visit Voidomati’s springs, Greece’s cleanest and coldest river, with an average all year temperature of 8,5°C. If you are brave you might want to try the experience of a very refreshing dive in the crystal clear waters during summer months! The hike finishes at Vikos village, after a 1-hour ascent from Voidomatis springs.



Timetable:

  • 09:00 Meeting in Monodentri with your guide, welcome briefing
  • 09:15 Trek commencement
  • 12:30 Short break for a traditional picnic snack
  • 15:00 Visit to Voidomatis springs for rest and pictures
  • 16:00 Exit the gorge in Vikos village
  • 16:15 Local transfer from Vikos back to Monodentri
  • 17:00 Arrival in Monodentri, end of the activity
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What's included

  • Experienced local Trekking Hellas guide
  • Hiking poles
  • Snacks (seasonal fruits, cereal bars, traditional pie)
  • Backpacks (upon request)
  • Necessary local transfer
  • Liability insurance
  • VAT
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Not included

  • Personal accident insurance
  • Anything not mentioned above
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Additional information

Technical information
  • Distance: 12,5 km‎
  • Elevation gain: 825 m ‎
  • Terrain:‎ cobblestone path, footpath
Participation requirements
  • 12 years and above
  • Good physical condition
  • Lack of acrophobia
  • Previous experience in long hikes
  • Use of hiking shoes
Equipment
  • Hiking boots
  • Breathable and quick drying sports clothes
  • Hat / Sunglasses / Suncream (for summer months)
  • Beanie (for winter months)
  • Backpack 20-30L
  • Water bottle
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Cancelation Policy

  • More than 16 days before the activity, the Company refunds the full amount
  • Between 6 and 15 days before the activity the Company refunds 15% of the paid amount
  • Between 3 and 5 days before the activity the Company refunds 50% of the paid amount
  • Between 0 and 2 days before the activity the Company reserves the whole paid amount
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Meeting Point

Monodendri
Monodendri 440 07, Greece
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