Guided Walking Holidays

You should wear any pair of well worn comfortable shoes, however they do not need to be boots –  a good pair of walking trainers with a sturdy sole are perfectly fine. Most guests do bring one stick and it is a good idea, as some of the terrain is loose under foot, and there are a few short/sharp up/downhill climbs.

We usually walk for about 4 to 5 hours in total per day. We always have a few breaks, lunch and a swim on top of the walking time. The days normally start around 9.30 am and finish between 4 and 6 pm.

Yes.  We always have a free day in the middle of the week where you can visit various places or just relax by the pool and give the legs a rest!

Inclusive meals include breakfast every day, 4 evening meals and a packed lunch on the days you are walking. Evening meals are served on Thursday (arrival evening) Friday, Monday and Wednesday (last evening). On the evenings where meals are not included, dinner is available at the club taverna. There are also various restaurants and tavernas in Lixouri Town and the local area. As the walking week is a small group of guests, non inclusive meals tend to be enjoyed together at a local taverna, however guests should not feel obliged to do so.

We arrange a minibus or taxi’s to pick up from the hotel accommodation and take us to wherever the start of the walk may be on that day.  We are then picked up at the finishing point.  Usually, you can leave your swimming stuff in the vehicle so that you do not need to carry it with you in the day. The transport for the guided walking days is included in the holiday price.

We get a very broad mix of people ranging from singles in their 30’s to couples in their 70’s. Some belong to rambling clubs and often walk, while others have never been on any organised walks before but just fancy a holiday where they get to meet others and do something active. We keep the group sizes to a maximum of 12 persons, (unless it is a group booking in which case we can take larger numbers).

A packed lunch is provided on the days that you have a guided walk.  Either freshly baked rolls made from a selection of fillings, a salad or a pie.  Along with either crisps or chocolate, a piece of fruit, and a juice  and small water.  You choose your lunch the evening before, but all the sandwiches are made fresh in the morning.

Most guests bring along a water bottle of a ‘camelpak’ type water carrying bag, as you need lots of water!

As we live here we have an in-depth knowledge of this beautiful island and it’s fascinating history. All our guides love the island and its flora and always share their knowledge with our guests.

On some evenings we arrange to meet up for meals at various tavernas if you fancy it. If you don’t, then just enjoy your own time and explore some great little places on offer close by.

Our Walking Holiday is based at the Lixouri Bay Beach Club which is approximately 60 minutes from the airport.

1) Pre-Book a meet & greet and transfer with us to take away all the hassle. You’ll see our sign and your name on arrival.

2) Grab a taxi on arrival at the airport rank and ask for the Lazaratos Hotel.

We have many single travellers on our walking holidays. The smaller groups, friendly guides and flexible nature of our holidays always work well. Lixouri, our base, is also a small, safe town where you can feel relaxed and at ease almost immediately you step off the plane.

You certainly do not have to be a mountain hiker but we do ask that you are reasonably fit. Remember you can always walk at your own pace – we are in no rush. Just call us for a chat if you are concerned about your level of fitness.

This does happen. No problem with us at all, we can suggest lots of other activities for them or just point out some great beaches.  Please speak to us at the office to discuss prices.