8 independent reviews for Cyclades walking holidays in Greece
Reviews for Cyclades walking holidays in Greece
Lisa Payne review 8 Oct 2019
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
The walk from Fia to Oia, absolutely stunning.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Make sure you have a good pair of walking boots!!!3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Definitely! Our fantastic guide took us to visit all of the local tavernas and cafes.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
A M A Z I N G! It was very well organised, nothing was too much trouble for our guide. We were able to go at our own pace when walking, which was good, as there were so many scenes to stop and photograph. All ferries and transfers were arranged for us and we met some fantastic people in our group. We are already planning our next trip through Responsible travel.Sarah Day review 17 Apr 2019
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
The walking was lovely even in some inclement weather. Thanos the guide had an extensive knowledge of all we saw- history, culture, nature and more. His enthusiasm and energy made the trip. The other walkers were a wonderful bunch and we really did have a ball. The food and drink were outstanding and Thanos insisted we try everything! The hotel is so friendly and the breakfasts are amazing and more than make up for the slightly worn bathrooms. The area is very beautiful and fascinating to explore. The whole thing was the best bit! I would go again.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
I found the walking was only leisurely but others on the group found it more challenging. But there is some free time on a couple of days so you can go off and do some more if you wish. Expect to put on weight!3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Benefited locals yes. Thanos was for ever picking up litter and he told us that money was given to a great local charity every year.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Excellent. I loved it.Annette Scott review 14 May 2018
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Everything!! We thoroughly enjoyed all aspects and thought everything well thought out and organised. Loved the ferry journeys. So nice it was all taken care of.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
For this trip would say to others give some thought about walking about in Santorini especially if dodgy knees and hips are in evidence!3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes definitely. Thought the whole idea brilliant.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
10 out if 10. Wished we could experience it all again. Onwards and upwards maybe try out some more walking hols!Rosemary Chinchen review 17 Apr 2018
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
The walks in the countryside surrounded by spring flowers and wild herbs. The three islands were very different, but each were magical in their own way.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Go in the spring. The islands are fairly quiet and later in the year Santorini in particular can have up to 6 cruise ships each day visiting the island. Also try and visit Akrotiri if you are interested in archaeological sites.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes. It was very good to use local family run restaurants.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
It was a very good group with a very enthusiastic leader and it gave me a taste of what the Greek islands can offer.Janis Edgar review 29 Oct 2018
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Thanos, the extremely knowledgeable guide. And the unexpected interesting-ness of Naxos! Less tourists yet much more to see.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Be aware alternative days largely spent travelling between islands so only one full day on each. However travelling on the ferries was part of the experience.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Not beyond giving them custom.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Enjoyable.Elizabeth Dane review 21 May 2018
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Entering the caldera on the ferry and seeing the spectacular views2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes. The tour operator used small family run hotels4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Thannos was an excellent guide. The holiday did exactly what it said. Well planned.Diana Rybinski review 20 Oct 2015
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Sea kayaking. Wanted to do it but was apprehensive. Our guide gave us all good instructions and confidence and we had a fantastic time paddling over a sunken city and seeing turtles. The coastline is stunning and colours are amazing.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Take some reef shoes for kayaking and you will need walking trainers or boots. A pole is very useful too.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Certainly. We had lunch prepared by local people and ate produce from their garden and cheese and yoghurt from their goats. The husband and wife who took us for the evening boat ride also prepared food themselves on board. I really liked the fact that we could fill our water bottles at the large water cooler in the hotel. Please encourage others hotels to do the same. Our guide was environmentally aware and had a love of nature and animals.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Very enjoyable. A good programme and a pleasant group of people. Excellent guide. All food v good. Hotel could be better. Definitely a holiday to recommend.raquel miranda review 3 Nov 2014
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
That walks amazing a must do2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
I think so as ate in different local places and met many nice locals4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
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