Vikos Gorge

Travel through wonderful scenery to the beautiful mountain villages of Zagoria and see the breathtaking Vikos Gorge. These tiny sleepy villages nestle beneath pine-clad towering peaks, are made up of humble stone cottages and grand mansions that were once connected only by paths and old stone bridges. Pause at the village of Monodendri and visit the 15th-century Agia Paraskevi Monastery. Admire the large Vikos Gorge and learn about its history from your guide. Enjoy a traditional lunch in the middle of the day.

Voidomatis river is one of the coldest river in Europe and one of the cleanest It’s amazing experience available for all ages If you want can to try to swimming!!!!

Located only 163 kilometers from Sofia, Nis is a fantastic option to add a Serbian stamp in your passport, without checking out from your hotel in Bulgaria. Nis is the third largest city in Serbia and the birthplace of Constantine the Great, one of the most important emperors in the Roman history. Explore the intriguing history of former Yugoslavia, while having delicious authentic Serbian roshtil (grill) either in a traditional restaurant where you can pay with a card (plenty of vegetarian and vegan options available) or try the Serbian street food.

Crossing Vikos Gorge is a lifetime experience, since it brings visitors directly in contact with the exceptional nature of Epirus. You hear birds chirping, you pass through impressive rock formations, and you observe rare herbs and flowers, especially in spring when everything is in bloom.

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.

This tour is an excellent option for you to experience a wonderful adventure and see the most-visited UNESCO site in Bulgaria – Rila Monastery. We are offering day trip to Struma river gorge, where you will have 12 kilometers of rafting and fun and a sel-guided visit of RIla Monastery with audio-guide in Spanish, Italian, German, Russian, English.

The Vikos Gorge has been designated as a world geopark by UNESCO. Most of the route is shaded. The name of the river comes from Slavic language (Bode–Mat which translates "good water") or from the Greek language (Voidomatis which translates as the eye of the bull)

Welcome to the longest stone trail in Greece! It is one of the most famous and popular routes of Zagori and one of the most impressive structures in Greece. The route offers breathtaking views. A point from where the view of Vikos gorge is truly impressive. Including the two stone bridges, it has been classified as a historical monument, since it is a typical example of local folk architecture.

This 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..

Walk at one of the world's most famous gorges! Enjoy the unspoiled nature of the area. Discover the amazing flora and fauna of Zagori.

A gorgeous gorge welcome to a World Guinness Record canyon! The 24km length Vikos Gorge is one of the largest, deepest and most spectacular gorges in the world. You will be astonished of the great variety and alternation of different ecosystems, a feast of flora and fauna. The Gorge is one of the few remaining wildlife refuges in Europe in almost pristine condition, hosting 133 species of birds and 24 mammals.

VIKOS CANYON – The deepest canyon in the world, relative to its width, according to the Guinness Book of Records 1997. We begin by descending to the riverbed of Vikos from the village of Monodendri. We hike along a varied environment, relatively rough in a very few places, fairly easy in most of its route. It is a canyon wide in some places, narrow in others, and crossing it offers a unique combination of a short duration (6 to 8 hours) and excellent views. We rest in picturesque spots, like the springs of river Voidomatis, one of the cleanest rivers in Europe and we end up our hike at the village of Vikos, or at the village of Mikro Papigo The best and most famous trekking trail in the area. It’s year round open and can participate also kids 8y.o and over

Zagori, also called Zagorochoria (The Zagori Villages) is a historical area and a municipality in Epirus, Greece, with an area of some 1,000 km², including 46 villages. Since 2023 the Zagori Cultural Landscape has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Central Zagori is one of the most picturesque and culturally rich regions in the Zagori area of Epirus, northwestern Greece. It's part of the broader Zagorochoria (Ζαγοροχώρια), a cluster of traditional stone villages nestled in the Pindus Mountains, known for their well-preserved architecture, stone bridges, cobblestone paths, and stunning natural landscapes

Do you know what is Lactobacillus bulgaricus? This is a specific bacterium, lives in local dairy products. Its qualities can reduce cancer cells and aging. It was discovered for the first time in this region where we are going – Trun. The production of yogurt has deep traditions – historically there have always been people in these lands. Thracians, Romans, even Crusaders have settled here. Come to this adventure, where we will hike the Bulgarian Matterhorn – 1118 meters over sea level with a panoramic view and the gorge of the Erma River, one of the national treasures of the country!

The beauty of Zagori is reknowned for the stone villages, the bridges and Vikos canyon. In this half-day trip, we’ll live the complete experience of the central Zagori and its history. We visit 4 bridges and 4 villages with a short stop for a refreshment.

This ideal tour for hiking lovers promises a once in life time 5 day alternative private tour to the most beautiful mountains of Greece, unique forests, protected National Parks and traditional villages. An excellent combination of mythology and natural beauty it is definite that the diversity and rare scenery will lure every visitor. Among others, you will visit Delphi, the centre of the world as commonly referred to and the picturesque architecture of Arachova & Meteora; ageless monasteries standing between Earth and Sky. You will also explore the Mountain of Centaurs and the summer habitat of the twelve gods of Olympus all combined in a single magical journey! In Portaria you can even cross the Centaurs' Path! Last but not least, you will visit Zagoria, a complex of 46 mountainous picturesque villages on the northeastern part of Greece famous for its natural beauty. You will hike to Beloi viewpoint for panoramic photos of the Vikos Gorge, one of the deepest gorge in the world!

If you are a hiking lover and love to explore traditional villages this tour gives you the opportunity to visit the most beautiful mountains of Greece, unique Venetian & Byzantine forests castles and taste culinary delights at the prettiest villages of Greece… We will visit Zagorochoria region, a complex of 46 picturesque villages famous for its natural beauty, hike to the Beloi viewpoint for panoramic photos of the Vikos Gorge, one of the deepest gorge in the world! A must see addition is Delphi, Meteora, the "Golden Age" of Mycenae and the Theatre of Epidaurus. We will visit Nafpaktos and its Venetian Castle & Nafplio with a visit to Plamidi Castle. You will have a special tour of the Byzantine fortress in Ioannina and the island of "Ali Pasha". Last but not least, we will pass through the heart of the Taÿgetos Mountains, reaching the ancient town of Mystras. Next stop will be the Tower-town of Monemvasia, a mystical stone-built settlement called the "Gibraltar of the East".

Vikos – Aoos UNESCO Global Geopark is located in the region of Epirus, Ioannina, northwestern Greece. Wonderful gorges, rock towers, rivers, stone bridges and traditional architecture. The UNESCO Global Geopark is located within the administrative boundaries of Konitsa and Zagori municipalities, in which 62 settlements or small towns are located. The territory also contains several traditional settlements and monuments dating back to the 14th – 19th centuries including monasteries, schools, churches, chapels and arched stone bridges.

Let’s find out how to travel off the beaten path in Central Zagori villages. An amazing viewpoint of Vikos gorge, the stone forest, several villages and lots of stone bridges, an old monastery at the cliffs of Vikos gorge with handmade paintings on wood, a museum of handmade clothes and carpets, single or three arched stone bridges, the longest stone steps route in Greece (1350 approximately and 25 turns) which was the only way to connect villages at the area, while enjoying local recipes or pies under a maple tree and finally a short brake to a monument dedicated to the brave women of Pindos range!!!

Zagori translates to “behind the mountain area”, includes 46 villages, and numerous stone bridges. In this picturesque area, people used the local stone to build houses, churches and monasteries, cobbled streets and stone-built bridges create an architectural whole which is unique. We visit several villages, unique viewpoints of Vikos gorge, stone bridges, natural pools, the coldest river in Europe (average temp 8-12o C) and a monument dedicated to the brave women of Pindos range