Top Activities on the Ground in Epirus

Explore the traditional stone bridges of Zagori and enjoy a cool shower at the waterfall of Iliochori, on a magnificent off-road route with a cooking experience. An excursion with a 4×4 vehicle for lovers of off-road routes that includes many of the beautiful villages of Zagori and combines the traditional stone bridges with a unique experience in the forests and nature of Zagori.

One of the world’s deepest canyons in proportion to its width, the Vikos Gorge carves its way through Epirus in considerable style. Hike this dramatic 7.5-mile (12-kilometer) gorge through unspoiled nature and gorgeous stone villages with a private guide. You’ll have transport waiting so you don’t have to return the way you came.

Moments of relaxation and exceptional observation, in a place of wild natural beauty. Images of enchanting landscapes, deep canyons, rushing waters and adrenaline. Old mansions, narrow stone streets, fountains, watermills, bridges at the top of the «Pindos» mountain range.

Explore ancient ruins referenced by Homer in the Odyssey with this Greek adventure. Start at the city of Nikopolis that dates to the battle between Octavian Augustus and Antony. Close by, lies Kassopi and the Monument of Zalongo. Visit Acheron Springs, where the souls of the dead where Hermes delivered Charon the souls of the dead. This tour is a unique opportunity to see ancient myths come to life.

The vast mountains surrounding Ioannina are filled with surprises. One of the most beautiful is «the villages behind the mountains”. There you can find 46 villages of incomparable beauty, drowned in vegetation. Stone is everywhere too, either as a part of the scenery or by human creation.

Embark on a canyoning adventure through the Nefeli landscapes. Located opposite the Papigo towers and cliffs, this dramatic environment makes for an exciting exploration. After a briefing, descend up to 17 meters along rocks and water. Perfect for families with children, no previous canoeing experience is necessary. All equipment including neoprene suits, harnesses, ropes and safety gear is supplied. Pack your towel, a change of shoes and a sense of fun.

Zagori is one of the most beautiful mountainous regions in Greece and is famous for the traditional villages and the stone bridges of the area Generally, the inaccessibility of the area combined with many rivers and streams, especially during the winter months, required in the past the construction of bridges. The «golden age» of Zagori has allowed wealthy families to fund expensive and sometimes unsuccessful village connection projects. Today, about 60 bridges are preserved in very good condition, and there are testimonies about another hundred that have been destroyed.

Nefeli Canyoning is unique for families canyoning experience. The landscape is opposite from Papigo Towers and the cliff it's so exiting and very impressive, it's one of the most popular activities because its full of water year round.

Crossing Vikos Gorge is a lifetime experience, since it brings visitors directly in contact with the exceptional nature of Epirus. You hear birds chirping, you pass through impressive rock formations, and you observe rare herbs and flowers, especially in spring when everything is in bloom.

Choose Deos Canyon, for an incomparable experience! Deos gorge is located at a short distance from Metsovo, near the village of Paleochori. Canyoning is an activity quite demanding, in a water field , into a cave. it is great for adventure seekers and experienced canyoners. Deos canyon is a unique canyoning experience and a lifetime experience. The landscape and the cave is stunning, plus the canyon itself it's so exiting and very impressive, Canyoning in Deos canyon is one of the most extreme activities in Epirus as it is one of the most demanding and high-maintenance in Greece.

A magnificent alpine lake offering wonderful views of high peaks surrounding it and the path leading to it. It is one of the most virgin and breathtaking places in whole Greece. The Lake is located on a 2,050 m. elevation on Tymfi Mountain, in the reserve area of the North Pindus Range NW of Gamila crest (2,497 m.) which is Tymfi’s highest peak. The surrounding landscape is naked and very impressive in its rare beauty offering a panoramic view of the mountain peaks.

If you are lucky enough to be in this place, do not hesitate to take this almost 5km walk route to the Holy Monastery of Stomio. You will be certainly rewarder by its wild natural beauty, small features of the traditional architecture and by the hospitality of the few monks that reside in the Monastery.