Paros Hikes About Us

The world reveals itself to those who travel on foot.

Werner Herzog, German director

Walk or cycle with us to enjoy unlimited vistas of the Aegean archipelago on the hills and the mountains of Paros & Antiparos in the heart of the Cyclades… Lose yourself in Byzantine footpaths, leading to picturesque old settlements, ancient remains, chapels and monasteries… Follow the trails of wild goats on craggy hillsides and ridges, bathed in the unique Cycladic light… Discover the sound of salt water slowly lapping at discreet sandy coves, or the wild beauty of ocean waves breaking on rocky shores… Smell the wild herbs and flowers… Taste local wine, olive oil, & cheese coming from traditions that go back centuries… And take the pictures to remind yourself of a truly unforgettable experience!

We emphasize authenticity, local knowledge & attention to detail Revisiting millennia-old walking routes, Paros Hikes is a local, guide-owned cooperative enterprise offering walking, hiking, cycling and cultural tours on Paros and Antiparos, and the rest of the Cyclades. We aim to give visitors an opportunity to appreciate and enjoy our islands’ nature, landscape, traditions and taste, in the most authentic way.

From April to October, we can organize a private active tour to suit your group’ fitness levels and interests. Easy to moderate difficulty, our walking or Bike & Hike tours can include 4 to 15km of walking and up to 30km of cycling, with a duration of 2 to 6h. In our Eco-Tours, your local, well-versed escort will give you (in fluent English, or passable French and Italian) all the information you need to appreciate the natural environment, landscape, history and current situation of the place and its people.

We also offer our signature Drive &Walk tours, private island discovery or thematic tours, which can include tasting of local wines, olive oil & other produce, traditional taverna lunches, or our own special “Taste of Paros” outdoor picnic, for those seeking to add a “taste of the land” experience.

On certain occasions, we also organize mixed-group walking tours that go ahead with a minimum of 4 participants, and are advertised in our upcoming tours page.

‘You never know a place unless you have walked it’ – or cycled it, we might add. Join Paros Hikes to discover the beauty of our islands!