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Indulge in fresh, authentic Greek cuisine as you savour the flavours of Corfu.
Revel in the beauty of the incredible coastal panoramas bound by beautiful mountains
Take a refreshing dip in the shimmering, crystal clear waters of the Ionian Sea.
Wander through the narrow allies of Corfu dotted with charming shops and cafes.
On the 8-Day Self-Guided Beauty of Corfu Tour, you’ll explore the northernmost gem of the Ionian Islands, which boasts green valleys and soft mountains, exciting Greek cities and charming towns. Bound by beautiful turquoise water, the mountainous landscape is decorated with wildflowers, cypresses, and grand olive trees. The island is the birthplace of Albert Cohen and has inspired many writers and poets over the centuries: Homer, Shakespeare, Gerald, Lawrence Durrell and more. This beautiful walking tour explores the most beautiful passages of the Corfu Trail, allowing you to discover the hidden gems of the island on foot.
On the 8-Day Self-Guided Beauty of Corfu Tour, you’ll explore the northernmost gem of the Ionian Islands, which boasts green valleys and soft mountains, exciting Greek cities and charming towns. Bound by beautiful turquoise water, the mountainous landscape is decorated with wildflowers, cypresses, and grand olive trees. The island is the birthplace of Albert Cohen and has inspired many writers and poets over the centuries: Homer, Shakespeare, Gerald, Lawrence Durrell and more. This beautiful walking tour explores the most beautiful passages of the Corfu Trail, allowing you to discover the hidden gems of the island on foot.
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The Beauty of Corfu Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Corfu
Arrival at the airport in Corfu (Kerkyra). Transfer (included, about 30 minutes) to the village of Liapades on the west coast.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Liapades
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Cross Coastal Ridges from Paramonas to Komianata
Transfer to the small village Paramonas on the west coast and its beautiful beach. You will cross the ridge above the coast and reach the rural landscapes of Corfu, which are even more mysterious. From east to west of the island, with panoramic views of the coast, to the inland villages forgotten by tourism, the olive groves, the Messongi inland plain and then a climb to the village of Komianata. The highlights: the view of the west coast on the ascent of Paramonas, the rural atmosphere around Strongili, the panorama of Stavros. Transfer back to Liapades.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Liapades
Distance: 5 hours, 15km, 600m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Endless Vistas on the Walk to Pelekas
Transfer to Komianata to begin this very diverse hike with small paths and trails and great viewpoints overlooking the west and east coast. Beautiful landscapes with Tuscan air, with cypresses and beautiful, unspoilt villages nestling in the hills. After passing through the village of Ano Garouna follows a very beautiful climb to the summit Agii Deka (576m, the highest point in the south of the island): View of the peaks of Corfu, the mountain Pantokrator (911m) rises in the north and views of the east and west coast of the island. Arrival at Pelekas village overlooking a golden sandy beach. Highlights: the peak of Agii Deka, the village of Sinarades and its folklore museum, panoramic view of the west coast between Sinarades and Pelekas. Transfer back to Liapades.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Liapades
Distance: 6 h, 20km, 500m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Walk Stunning Beaches from Pelekas to Liapades
Transfer to Pelekas. This beautiful hike begins with the descent to the pretty beach of Myrtiotissa and the adjacent monastery, passes through the village of Vatos, crosses the Ropa plain, climbs to the village of Gianades and into the immense olive forest of the Marmaro massif and back to the village of Liapades. Highlights: the beach and monastery of Myrtiotissa, the panorama of the mountain Agios Georgios, the crossing of the olive forest between Gianades and Liapades.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Liapades
Distance: 6h, 20km, 600m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Liapades – Lakones – Agios Georgios
You start the day by hiking from Liapades. This might be the most beautiful hike of the trip with a magnificent panorama of Paleokastritsa, the villages Lakones and Krini and the old mule track that leads down to one of the longest beaches of Corfu (fantastic turquoise water in the bay of Agios Georgios). Highlights: the panorama of Lakones, the ruins of Aggelokastro, the panorama of the bay of Agios Georgios and the Diapontia Islands. Transfer from 30 minutes to Liapades.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Liapades
Distance: 4h, 15km, 350m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Hike to Mt. Pantokrator and Continue to Kalami
Transfer to Spartylas. Hike up from the village Spartylas to Mt. Pantokrator and descent through the olive groves to the ocean and the Kalami bay, the village where Lawrence Durrell once lived.
Highlights: the ruins of the chapel of Taxiarchis, the panorama of the Greek and Albanian coast and the deep blue sea, the coastal walk between Kaminaki and Kalami. Transfer back to Liapades.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Liapades
Distance: 6h, 20km, 500m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Trip to Corfu Town
Transfer by bus (not included) to Corfu City to visit the capital of the island and its architecture, which is influenced by the history and the Byzantines, Venetians, and the French. The city of Corfu, dominated by its fortresses of Venetian origin, is an architectural example of exceptional universal value. It is classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Return by bus (to be paid on the spot). Highlights: the church dedicated to Saint Spyridon, the island’s protector, the old and new fortifications, both dating from the 16th century, the Archaeological Museum, the church of Antivouniotissa, which houses the Museum of Byzantine Art, the “Mon Repos” park, the French-inspired “Liston” and the maze of lively streets in the historic centre. Bus to Liapades (not included).
Overnight Location: Hotel in Liapades
Distance: Fleixble
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 End of the trip
Your Corfu island adventure comes to an end this morning following breakfast. Transfer to the airport to depart (included, about 30 minutes).
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
The Beauty of Corfu Tour Price and Dates
This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only.2024 Departures The departures are available every daily, from May 6th to July 5th and from September 6th to October 15th.
- Single room: from EUR1125*
- Sharing a double room: from EUR850*
Accommodation on The Beauty of Corfu Tour
You will stay in 2-3 star hotels or guesthouses that offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Standard rooms are of double occupancy.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
What’s Included in the Beauty of Corfu Tour?
Meals
7 breakfasts in hotels are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
This tour includes the airport transfers at the start and end of your tour, however, you are in charge of any other transfers required, such as a visit to Corfu.
Also Included
- Digital travel pack
- Travel app
- 24/7 Telephone assistance during the trip
Not included
- Lunches and dinners
- Flights
- Departure airport transfer
- Drinks
- Entrance fees to tourist attractions
- Personal expenses
- Tourist taxes (to be paid on the spot)
- Insurance
- Everything that is not noted as included
Optional Extras
- Upgrade to single room
- Printed travel pack
- How hard is the The Beauty of Corfu Tour?
- I’ve never been on a self-guided trip! How does it work?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Greece?
- Are meals included on the The Beauty of Corfu Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Corfu to start this tour?
- Is the tour material The Beauty of Corfu Tour in English?
- Where does the The Beauty of Corfu Tour end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Greece?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Greece?
We rate the difficulty of this tour as a 2 / 5. You should expect to be hiking 4 to 6 hours per day. Altitude differences will be between 250 to 600m per day. No technical requirements: hiking on roads and paths or along the beaches. You may shorten some hikes with an additional transfer (to be paid on the spot).
Self-guided travelling is not difficult! For many, it is a preferred type of travel, since you are in charge of your own time and pace. You are provided with all the information you’ll need to follow the route each day and often have access to phone support or other kinds of assistance. However, self-guided travelling requires good navigation skills and those who don’t feel confident in unknown places should consider booking guided tours.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
7 breakfasts are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover cycling. Get your travel insurance.
Fly into Corfu (CFU) the island can be reached by flight from most of the major Greek cities. It is also a popular destination for some cheap European airlines, connecting the island to various cities around Europe.
Yes, the tour material is in English language.
The tour ends where it starts, with the check-out from your hotel in Corfu.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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