Day 1 || Ano Pedina
Having arrived in Ano Pedina and settled into the hotel, we will wander through the old neighbourhoods of the village, ending up at a traditional taverna for a dinner of delicious local food and drink.
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Ano Pedina - Elafotopos - Kipoi - Koukouli - Elati - Dikorfo
This is a 4-day trip based in the village of Ano Pedina in Central Zagori. It is ideal for families and for those who, as well as enjoying nature, want to see the life of the people who live in these villages. Of course several easy bike rides are included, as well as walks along the traditional cobbled streets of the villages. The visitor will also see objects of the daily lives of the inhabitants, admire the historic stone bridges and their histories, learn how to cook local recipes, and have the opportunity to make a traditional Zagorian pie themselves, using local produce straight from the garden.
This is a 4-day trip based in the village of Ano Pedina in Central Zagori. It is ideal for families and for those who, as well as enjoying nature, want to see the life of the people who live in these villages. Of course several easy bike rides are included, as well as walks along the traditional cobbled streets of the villages. The visitor will also see objects of the daily lives of the inhabitants, admire the historic stone bridges and their histories, learn how to cook local recipes, and have the opportunity to make a traditional Zagorian pie themselves, using local produce straight from the garden.
Day 1 || Ano Pedina
Having arrived in Ano Pedina and settled into the hotel, we will wander through the old neighbourhoods of the village, ending up at a traditional taverna for a dinner of delicious local food and drink.
Day 2 || Ano Pedina - Elafotopos
After a hearty, homemade breakfast, your guide will assist you with the E-bikes before taking you for a 6 km ride through the natural landscape to the village of Elafotopos. There we will meet Lena, who will have prepared a cooking lesson, in which you will learn how to make a tradition Zagorian cheese pie. While the pie is cooking, she will show you her old looms and explain the process of wool production and processing. You will even be able to make your own souvenir out of felt. We will then eat our pie all together, alongside salads of fresh vegetables straight from Lena’s garden, washed down by a glass of tsipouro or wine. Depending on the time of year, you will also be able to visit the stables where Lena keeps her animals, and watch – and even try for yourself! – the milking of sheep and goats, as well as the production of butter or cheese. After saying goodbye to Lena, we will visit Michalis, who has a museum of traditional crafts in the old school of the village. It still remains a ‘school’, as it takes its visitors back in time to teach them about the old crafts that are no longer practised and have been largely forgotten. After this rewarding experience, we will cycle 6 km (largely downhill) back to the Ano Pedina, where we will spend the night again, after eating all together in one of the village tavernas.
Day 3 || Ano Pedina - Koukouli - Kipoi
After a traditional breakfast at the hotel, we get on the bikes again and head for the famous villages of Kipi and Koukouli. The route begins with an easy ride to our first stop – the magnificent ‘Kokoris’ stone bridge. A few kilometres later we come to the village of Koukouli. There we will visit a traditional Zagorian house that belonged to an old teacher, Kostas Lazaridis, and is now a museum of natural history. We will see his collection of over 1250 samples of medicinal plants and herbs of the region, which were used in the past by the so-called ‘Vikos Doctors’ for medicinal purposes. Then we will cycle another 4 km to the village of Kipi, where we will stop to visit the three-arched ‘Plakida’ (or ‘Kalogeriko’) stone bridge and the ‘Kontodimos’ (or ‘Lazaridis’) bridge, before having lunch in a restaurant in the village. We then return to Ano Pedina along a beautiful 14 km route.
Day 4 || Ano Pedina - Elati - Dikorfo
This day begins, of course, with a hearty breakfast, before we get on the E-bikes again for a trip to the villages of Dikorfo and Elati. It is an easy ride but includes impressive changes of scenery. After 7 km we reach the village of Elati, built amphitheatrically on the wooded slopes of Mount Mitsekeli, with a view towards the mountains and forests of Mount Tymfi (the highest in Zagori). We will enjoy the view over coffee, before visiting the church of St. George, built in 1806. We then continue on the E-bikes for a further 10 km through a lush forest of beech, fir, hazel and oak trees to the village of Dikorfo, built on a pass that looks out over all the mountains of the region, from the limestone ‘Astraka’ towers and the mouth of the Vikos Gorge to the distant peaks of Vasilitsa. The traditional fountains, running with spring water, combined with wild nature, make this a typical Zagorian village. Dikorfo’s village square with its old school seems to be taken from a theatre set. We will have lunch in a traditional taverna serving local specialities, before heading back on an easy ride through stunning landscape to Ano Pedina. There you will say goodbye – for now! – to wonderful Zagori!
What is included in the price?
What is NOT included in the price?
Should you wish to visit a place different from those already suggested or bike elsewhere in Greece? Contact us and we will plan your tour based on your specific interests. Looking forward to hearing your proposals!
1. How many persons can participate at the tour?
4-10 persons can participate at the tours. In case you are less than 4 persons, there will be an extra charge which will be agreed prior to the tour.
2. How many stops are there during the tours?
During each tour there are stops every 10-15km depending on the sites of interest and the route difficulty. Of course more stops can be done, in case this is necessary.
3. What happens in case of rain?
In case of light rain, BIKEWISE provide waterproof jackets and we keep on pedaling. In case of heavy rain, there is always the option of the accompanying van.
4. Can I rent a bike and make the tour without the guide?
Unfortunately not! All multi-day tours have be accompanied by a guide and a van.
5. Can children participate at the tour?
Children over 16 years old can participate at the tour accompanied by an adult.
6. What piece f equipment do I have to bring with me at the tours?
BIKEWISE provides helmets, protection grasses, gloves, waterproofs. Of course, you can bring your own cycling equipment and we will adjust it to our bikes.
7. How can I pay for the tour?
We can pay for your tour either by bank transfer or by Paypal. In any case, you need to deposit the total amount prior to the tour.
8. In case I want to cancel the tour, is there any refund?
In case of a tour cancellation, the following cancellation fees are applied: Up to 30 days prior to the tour: 100€/person, 29-15 prior to the tour: 250€/person, 14-01 prior to the tour: The total amount of the tour.
9. The price included museums and archaeological sites entrances?
The price does not include any entrances at museums and archaeological sites.
10. Are there any snacks provided during the tour?
During your tour we will be offered water and you can choose among a variety of snacks: fresh fruits, isotonic drinks, energy bars as well as local traditional products.
11. Can I participate at the tour with a conventional bike?
Of course! Nevertheless, we suggest the e-bike so as to enjoy the tour and the unique landscape in the most relaxed way.
12. Can I participate at the tour with my own bike?
You can participate at the tour after necessary arrangements with BIKEWISE.
13. Can a friend of mine be at the accompanying van?
Of course! All you need to do is to complete the corresponding fields at the reservation form.
14. Can my pet be at the accompanying van?
Of course! It will be our pleasure to take care of your pet. All you need to do is to inform us bout it prior to the tour.
Important: Since hospitality is a defining feature of our mentality, you are very welcome to meet us a day before the tour so as to see and test our bikes and equipment and to discuss all issues related to your tour. We will be very glad to talk with you enjoying a nice meal of traditional flavors at a local restaurant. If you are interested in meeting us before your tour, all you have to do is to indicate your willingness on the reservation form.
* Note: After completing the above form, we will contact you for additional details of your booking.
** Note: For one-day tours, you must notify us 5 days before the desired date.