Hike Akramytis Mt & Monolithos village (Private Day Tour)

Overview

Meet your personal guide at your hotel to pick you up by a comfy air-conditioned vehicle early in the morning at around 8am. This PRIVATE / EXCLUSIVE adventure begins 700m. outside Monolithos village at about 9am. Hike up the slope of Akramytis Mt. that rises to 823 meters and is part of a Natura 2000 area. The walking paths cross through rich pinewoods and dense vegetation offering stunning sea views to Halki and the nearby islands. After about an hour of hiking, have a break at the recently restored chapel of St. John and take some time to relax. Continue hiking until the top of Akramytis Mt., with great views to the Dam of Apolakkia, the Valley of Kymisala and the nearby Islands of Alimia and Chalki, the perfect setup to enjoy a traditional super food snack, made localy,  for extra energy and shoot some amazing photos. After  of 3-4 hrs. (approx.) of hiking, visit the village of Monolithos, a small mountain village untouched by tourism where you can enjoy Greek home made dishes at the village tavern. Akramytis Mt. and Monolithos village hiking day trip ends with return transport to your hotel at around 4pm.

Main features

• Experience Rhodes\u2019 rugged west on a private full-day hike from Rhodes Town
• Trek with a guide: avoid getting lost and see and learn more than if alone
• Hike Mt. Akramytis for aerial views and savor lunch at Monolithos village
• Includes lunch, guiding, and Rhodes Town area hotel pickup and drop-off

What to expect

Meet your personal guide at your hotel to pick you up by a comfy air-conditioned vehicle early in the morning at around 8am.
This PRIVATE / EXCLUSIVE adventure begins 700m. outside Monolithos village at about 9am.
Hike up the slope of Akramytis Mt. that rises to 823 meters and is part of a Natura 2000 area. The walking paths cross through rich pinewoods and dense vegetation offering stunning sea views to Halki and the nearby islands.
After about an hour of hiking, have a break at the recently restored chapel of St. John and take some time to relax. Continue hiking until the top of Akramytis Mt., with great views to the Dam of Apolakkia, the Valley of Kymisala and the nearby Islands of Alimia and Chalki, the perfect setup to enjoy a traditional super food snack, made localy,  for extra energy and shoot some amazing photos.
After  of 3-4 hrs. (approx.) of hiking, visit the village of Monolithos, a small mountain village untouched by tourism where you can enjoy Greek home made dishes at the village tavern. Akramytis Mt. and Monolithos village hiking day trip ends with return transport to your hotel at around 4pm.

More details

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Not recommended for child aged 12 and under
• Operated by an english and french lingual guide
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• A minimum of two people per booking is required
• A maximum of seven people per booking
• Not recommended for participants with mobilty limitation
• Hiking Difficulty level: Moderate-Difficult
• Length: 9, 5 km (4 hours approx. of hiking)
• Duration: ~8 hours (totally)
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• Sportswear, hiking boots (preferably), sunscreens, hats and a camera to keep the moments vivid!
• Season: Recommended from April to end of June & September to early November. July and August are very hot, so it is recommended either very early in the morning or afternoon after 6pm with program adaptations
• It can be offered exclusively (privately) upon request for up to seven pax (no extra charges)
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Phone: 18552755071