Amorgos Island Walking Tour
Witness the wonder of Amorgos on this self-guided week of walking
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Amorgos Island Walking Tour Overview
This week-long tour of Amorgos will bring you a string of tranquil moments day after day. Amorgos is a lesser-known destination in the Cycladic Islands in Greece, but nonetheless impressive. On this tour, you’ll experience authentic Greek hospitality in your two B&Bs and get to walk almost the entire length of the narrow island. Be prepared for a few challenging ascents, but you are never too far from the beach if you need to cool off!
Amorgos has many hidden gems to discover, including a stunning white monastery built into the side of a cliff. You’ll walk on a network of well-trodden mule paths, visit terraced fields and farmlands, and get lots of time to explore each village you visit. Breakfasts are included, but the rest of your meals are up to you—and you’ll be spoiled for choice on Amorgos. Treat yourself to a week of Greek culture and stunning walks to stay active before indulging in the local fare on this must-do walking tour.
Trip highlights
Visit the impressive Monastery of Chozoviotissa, a white structure embedded in a cliff, and other religious sites.
Feast on local delicacies, like eggplant dishes, meatballs, fava bean dips, and wash it down with raki.
Fill your camera with iconic Greek scenes of white houses with blue accents and a cobalt sea background.
Hike to incredible viewpoints where you can see the neighbouring Cycladic islands.
Day By Day Itinerary
Get ready to start an unforgettable week on Amorgos! You’ll arrive by ferry and make your way to the hotel in Katapola. Depending on your arrival time, spend the afternoon getting familiar with your home for the next few days.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Katapola
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- None
Good morning, Katapola! While you enjoy a lovely breakfast at your accommodation, choose today’s route to the capital town, Chora. You’ll walk along a well-trodden mule path, along the coast, and through a gorge.
Reach Chora by midday and stop for lunch in a local tavern, then take some time to explore the lively square. From Chora, you can take a taxi back for a shorter walking trip, or complete the whole trip on foot.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Katapola
- Distance:
- Short: 2 hours, 4km Long: 4 hours, 9km
- Meals:
- Breakfast
After breakfast, you’ll set out on a one-way walk to Arkesini, home to many farmers and walked along by many pilgrims. Terraced fields fill your view as you hike up the narrow island. You’ll witness daily life on this island as you pass by rural hamlets, tiny churches, and farmland.
Once you reach Arkesini, reward yourself with some lovely local fare while you wait for a taxi to take you back to your hotel in Katapola.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Katapola
- Distance:
- 5–6 hours, 16.5km, 600m of ascent, 400m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Say goodbye to Katapola as you head for the hills, destination: Langada. You’ll start with a quick transfer to Chora and begin your walk from there. Get your camera out for today’s highlight, the Monastery Chozoviotissa, built in a cliff.
After that, your eyes will feast on sea views as you continue along a mule path and ascend to Langada. Settle into your hotel, find a local tavern, and treat yourself to some raki.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Langada
- Distance:
- 6 hours, 17.5km, 600m of ascent, 700m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
The day is yours to explore as you please. Options include a short walk to Egiali for a relaxing beach day, or you can visit several ruins at the top of Machos Hill. The walk isn’t very long, and you will get unparalleled views of the neighbouring islands.
If you’re heading to the beach, there’s a sports centre in Egiali where you can rent snorkelling and diving gear. Return to Langada for a good night’s sleep.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Langada
- Distance:
- Optional: 2 hours, 4km, 350m of ascent, 350m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Today’s walk brings you to cultural sites with tranquil respites. After breakfast, you’ll start among terraced farmlands, ascending well-used paths to the Monastery of Agios Ioannis Theologos. Take a breather here and appreciate how peaceful it is. Keep pushing on to a stunning church on a cliff, then visit Tholaria village for a snack.
You’ll head back down to Egiali to continue walking to Langada or take a taxi if you’re done for the day.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Langada
- Distance:
- 6–7 hours, 18.5km, 700m of ascent, 700m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Indulge in your final breakfast of the tour. Once you check out of the hotel, your tour ends and you will find your way to the ferry port to continue your trip or head home.
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast
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Inclusions
Included
- 6 breakfasts are included.
- Accommodation for 6 nights is included.
- Taxi transfers mentioned in the itinerary are included in the tour. When you walk between towns, luggage transportation is also included. You will also receive transfers from the ports at the beginning and end of the tour.
- Detailed route descriptions in English
- Digital route notes and maps
- GPS App
Not included
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Travel insurance and tourism tax
- Flights to and from Greece
- Anything not mentioned as included
- Guide services
- Local tourism taxes and fees
Optional Extras
- Extra nights in any accommodation
- Transfers in Athens area
- Ferry tickets
- Printed tour materials (in addition to digital)
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FAQ
We rate this tour as a 3/5. You should be physically fit and comfortable walking 4–7 hours daily. The elevation gain is moderate. The trails are mostly rocky and cobbled footpaths. Two sections of the trail are not recommended for those with a fear of heights.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
6 breakfasts are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip. Get your Travel Insurance.
To reach Katapola, you will arrive at Athens International Airport (ATH), take a bus or taxi to Piraeus, then take a ferry to Katapola port on Amorgos Island from there.
Yes, the detailed itinerary is in English.
The tour ends in Langada on Amorgos Island. You will need to take a taxi or bus to the ferry and then transfer to the airport in Athens.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to Greece for walking is during the warmest months of the year (May-September) but know that it can get very hot mid-summer. This tour is available from April to October.
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