Paros hikes & walks
Latest Past Events
Ancient Marble Quarries & Aghios Minas Monastery Walking Tour
Marathi Ancient Quarries Marathi, ParosJoin us on a relatively easy walking tour at Marathi, to explore the caves of the ancient marble quarries & the 17th c. monastery of Aghios Minas! 4.5 km & 2h30m - 3h (incl. stops), mostly on dirt tracks... plus a touch of easy caving adventure!
The Parikia- Thapsana Mon.- Ancient Marble Quarries Hike
Parikia central square Parikia, ParosA 12km & 5h moderate difficulty route on the highlands... down to ancient quarries & monasteries! We'll walk up the hills from Kakapetra on old footpaths and hunters' trails to Thapsana monastery and then down the stream of Vounia to Marathi, for a guided visit to the 17th c. monastery of Agios Minas... and a tour of the area of the ancient marble quarries (Cave of the Nymphs & Pan). Beautiful landscapes & views, interesting sights - ending with a traditional picnic with local food & wine!
The Lefkes, Byzantine Way & Aghia Kyriaki Monastery Hike
Lefkes central square Lefkes, ParosA 9-km scenic, relatively easy hike on old stone-paved footpaths in the island's heart, incl. Lefkes village tour, walking on the Byzantine Way to Prodromos & a visit to 17c. Agia Kyriaki monastery! Great countryside views & 'Taste of Paros' wine picnic!