Experiences
Stay in touch with nature
Live unforgettable experiences in the best destination! The beautiful and historic Dimitsana is amphitheatrically built in an altitude of 960 – 1.080m, on the ruins of the great ancient city Tefthis above the gorge of Lousios river.
Trekking Hellas Arcadia
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In the gorge of Lousios
Explore the gorge of the Lousios river by hiking a wonderful path of unique beauty accompanied and guided by certified mountain guides! The Hydropower Museum and the old gunpowder mills, the Philosopher’s Monastery and the hidden school, the sanctuary of the forerunner built into the rocks are some of the attractions of this route! And of course the Lucios river in whose waters according to mythology the nymphs bathed the newborn God Dia!
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Menalon Trail
A certified network of paths of 75 kilometers that connects 9 villages of Arcadia, each with its own history and beauty! Combine your stay at the Kaza guesthouse with exploring parts of the menalon trail under the guidance and accompaniment of experienced and certified mountain guides.
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Electric bike ride
Explore the dense fir forest of Mainalo, with its infinite routes and paths, enjoying a ride on an electric mountain bike! Certified mountain bike guides guide you to hidden beauties of the region on high-quality electric mountain bikes (E-MTB).
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Ride with off-road vehicles
An experience with cars specially equipped for off-road routes that remains unforgettable! Walking on forest roads, crossing rivers, exploring well-hidden and inaccessible areas are some of the possibilities provided by this service! Become a passenger in one of these vehicles and safely enjoy a beautiful adventure!
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Mountain Bike
The bike is the best way to enjoy a route. The bike enthusiasts are also great nature lovers. Arcadia with its unique nature offers great excitement. To begin with, the same in Tripoli, with well laid-out streets, its squares and the urban park of St George are just perfect for a relaxed cycle for the whole family or a group of friends who know how to enjoy life. Further out of Tripoli, the large network of mountain cycling routes starts. The changing landscape, the levels of difficulties, the unusual villages, all await the two-wheeled tourist in reward for their noble efforts. From Vitina in Karkalou towards Lousio and Dimitsana and as far as the big city, the whole of Arcadia is a great ride with the wind on your face.
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Canoe - Kayak Rafting
The rivers Ladon and Alpheus attract every year thousands of sports enthusiasts, individually or organized. For those who prefer organized trips there are alternative tourism offices (based in Greek village, Daphne Lake Ladon etc.) that offer many activities such canoe- kayak, rafting, and even archery, cycling (mountain bike) etc. These two rivers, Alfeios and its tributary Lousios, flow along a continuously changing landscape in a breathtaking scenery of stunning natural beauty. The activities organized by various associations and clubs aim to bring visitors into close contact with the unique beauty of this region, also combining sports and recreation. Rafting is a very pleasant way to explore the region, regardless of your familiarity with the sport, since there are routes for every level; from beginners to highly experienced rafters. The routes normally take approximately three to four hours and pass through gorges and natural tunnels, formed by trees, creating a stunning backdrop.
Climbing - Hiking
In Gortynia there is much one can do hiking or mountaineering. The place offers a unique experience close to nature, from simple walks in idyllic spots, up and climbing with difficult ascents. The mountains of Mainalo there are many interesting hiking trails. Vamvakou – Mountain shelter of Parnon– Megali Tourla–Malevi Monastery. The marked path begins from Vamvakou, at an elevation of 960 meters, on the slopes of mount Parnon, and after a two hour walk, it leads to the mountain shelter of Parnon, at an elevation of 1450 meters. From the shelter, the path crosses the forest road and meets the marked route that leads to the summit of Megali Tourla, the highest summit of mount Parnon, 1935 meters above sea level. The route initially goes down, passes by a spring and a gorge and then climbs until the end of the forest road. It meets the path that leads to Kampos plateau and then after a half hour walk to the top of the mountain. The route is 9.5 kilometers long and the climbing lasts 4 hours in total.
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