Top Ioannina Car Tours in 2026

Let’s find out how to travel off the beaten path in Central Zagori villages. An amazing viewpoint of Vikos gorge, the stone forest, several villages and lots of stone bridges, an old monastery at the cliffs of Vikos gorge with handmade paintings on wood, a museum of handmade clothes and carpets, single or three arched stone bridges, the longest stone steps route in Greece (1350 approximately and 25 turns) which was the only way to connect villages at the area, while enjoying local recipes or pies under a maple tree and finally a short brake to a monument dedicated to the brave women of Pindos range!!!

Tzoumerka villages is an area of unique natural beauty, located in the heart of Tzoumerka mountain range (Athamanian Mountains) and Arachthos valley and gives visitors innumerable opportunities, as far as alternative tourism is concerned. Natural, cultural, architectural and religional monuments of supreme aesthetics and historical value await for visitors, who can simultaneously engage in various country activities

The artificial lake of Aoos fountain is at an altitude of 1,350m, covers an area of 12km2 and was constructed in 1986 for the purpose of producing energy. It is located between two national parks, Valia Calda and the Vikos-Aoos Geopark. In the area there are many small natural lakes, mountainous meadows and forests of black pine that reach a height of 30m. and also beeches (Fagus). Species of orchids and wild daffodils (Narcissus) are spotted beside the lake along with bird species like black storks and ducks but also bears, wolves and foxes reside in the area and more.

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.