The 7 best walking tours in Greece

Pace: Moderate

Immerse yourself in the calm and tranquillity of the Cyclades islands on our Greek island-hopping walking tour. From the cobalt-blue domes of ivory-white churches on Santorini to the ancient Byzantine Trails on Paros, there is plenty to see and discover on foot. Stroll along the coastal trails of Syros with far-reaching views across the turquoise ocean and explore the timeworn alleyways and rustic streets of Naxos. 

Pace: Moderate

Adorned with golden sand beaches, secluded coves, towering limestone mountains and deep canyon gorges, the Greek island of Crete is a walker’s dream. Follow steep zig-zag paths lined with tall cypress trees and alpine shrubs before heading down into Samaria Gorge. Keep a look out for Kri-Kri goats jumping between the steep ledges and wander along the dried river bed. Weathered cliffs rise up all around us, and the pathway narrows the deeper we go. 

Pace: easy to moderate

Join Captain Thanos on his traditional Greek sailing boat to cruise along the gilded shores of Evia island, stopping to explore a new destination on foot each day. Mooring in the traditional fishing village of Panagia, we drive to the hilltop village of Zarakes before walking down forested hillsides and along the coast. From the top, the red-roofed dwellings look like tiny specks and views of glistening turquoise ocean stretch as far as the eye can see. This afternoon we’ll cruise to the ancient town of Eretria; a treasure trove of archaeological gems waiting to be discovered. 

Pace: Moderate

Explore every nook and cranny of the verdant Greek island of Corfu on our two-week moderately-paced walking holiday. Cover the full length of the 220-kilometre Corfu Trail, from the ruined monastery of Arkoudillas in the south to the pristine sandy beaches of Agios Georgios and the summit of Pantokrator on the Karst Plateau in the north. Enjoy delicious Greek mezze in the evenings with your fellow hikers and soothe tired legs with dips in the crystal-clear turquoise waters before breakfast.