Discover the myths and legends of the Pelion Peninsula

Portaria is one of the most traditional villages in central Greece, located at an altitude of 650 metres, and only 13 km from the city of Volos, a key destination to discover the wonders of the mountainous region of Greece.

Explore the tranquil atmosphere of this village located on top of Mount Pelion, and admire the panoramic views of its beautiful clear water waterfalls and stone paths that combine with the green valleys.

Explore its typical architecture, one of its most precious jewels, such as mansions, houses with picturesque doors and windows, or the Agios Nikolaos Basilica, from the 19th century, one of its most prominent buildings for its amazing façade with biblical representations.

Overnight in Portaria

Start this tour by circuit to Makrinitsa, west of Pelion, one of the best preserved villages, which have given it the name of noble village and balcony of Pelion, because its inhabitants were wealthy and its location at 650 metres high. 

Cross paths of wild and aromatic flowers to this village that will give you incredible views of the Pagasetic Gulf. Stroll through the cobblestoned streets leading to a large square shaded by tall banana trees.

There you can visit the church dedicated to Agios Ioannis Prodromos, the Church of Panagia and its bell tower, established in 1767 in honour of the Assumption of the Virgin, and the carved marble fountain from the early 19th century, whose crystal clear water is called "immortal water".

Don't leave without a Greek coffee and a "karydopita" with ice cream, before returning to Portaria ascending between paths that lead to a majestic cliff overlooking the city of Volos. 

Overnight in Portaria

Today's walk will take you to the highest point on Mount Pelion, to Chania or Agriolefkes, at 1,200 metres. Cross, on ascent, a forest of conifers, beech and chestnut trees until you reach a famous ski resort, an unmissable destination to practice this, and other winter sports. 

Take a break at the top of Aidonakia Mountain to admire its slopes and the Pagasetic Gulf with its amazing views of the valleys that, in the distance, end with beautiful beaches, waterfalls and lagoons.  

Descend and enjoy a short tour to your accommodation with the cool mountain breeze as company.

Overnight in Chania

After a short transfer to Upper Kissos Valley Walk, you will begin a walk which will take you to the small and colourful town of Agios Ioannis, in the northeast of Pelion, through the well-preserved kalderimis: a network of beautiful arched stone bridges and paved paths built in the 18th century.

Descend the kalderimi in Chania and cross a thick beech forest that will take you to the slopes of the hills and, among chestnut and banana trees, to the village of Kissos. 

Visit the Church of Agia Marina and enjoy lunch in the square while observing the ruins of a Roman fortress and the Aegean Sea. Continue along a mountain path that crosses the village of Mouresi, and descends to the Aegean Sea coast where you will see your next destination: Agios Ioannis. 

Tour the pristine white stone beaches in the oldest and most developed town on the coast, and climb the 110 steps on the rocks to the small chapel where the players in the film Mamma Mia were married. 

Overnight in Agios Ioannis

Take one of Pelion's best trails along the kalderimi that takes you to the cobbled beach of the picturesque village of Damouchari, under the ruins of an ancient castle.

Then arrive at the port where other scenes from the film Mamma Mia were filmed and continue to the entrance of this important Middle Age fishing village, the only natural port in the northeast of Pelion.

Immerse yourself in the waters of one of its beaches, such as the famous Fakistra Beach, located in a small bay surrounded by cliffs and its sea caves, between these the Panagia Megalomata or the famous Krifo Scholio.  

Make your way through the kalderimi that will take you to Agia Paraskevi Square in Tsagarada. This village is located in the middle of a chestnut forest and with incredible views, consisting of four beautiful settlements formed around the ancient restored churches of the Taxiarches, Agia Paraskevi, Agia Kyriaki and Agios Stephanos.

Overnight in Tsagarada

Milies is one of the largest, most picturesque and traditional villages in Pelion, built in an amphitheatre style on the green slopes of Mount Dikri. Follow the lush forest, cross over an old kalderimi and some dirt roads, and then climb the hill that separates Tsagkarada from Milies to enjoy the views over the Pagasetic Gulf.

Milies, whose translation is "apple trees", is known precisely for its production of these fruits. Tour its ancient mansions, marble fountains, olive trees, and visit the beautiful cave where the centaur Chiron and its students lived.

Explore this mythical village, birthplace of some of the leaders of Neohellenic Enlightenment, such as Anthimos Gazis, Danil, Philipidis and Grigorios Konstantas, and where the famous Milies School, a spiritual and cultural creative centre operated during the Turkish occupation.

Overnight in Milies

This walk along the Pagasetic Gulf coast begins on a dirt track from Milies to Koropi, the ancient city of Korope, which housed a temple to the God Apollo.

Arrive on the coast of the village of Kala Nera, where you can visit the beach, taverns and bars that, during the summer, organize parties with traditional music, food and dancing.

To return to Milies, follow a rising route along a path marked along a kalderimi amid lush vegetation until you reach the railway, an impressive engineering work at 300 metres up, along which the products of the mountain villages were formerly transported to Volos.

Overnight in Milies

Reach the end of your route on this beautiful Greek peninsula. You can continue your Greek tour or return home. For this, you can go to Volos Airport which is a 1 hour drive away.

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