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Highlights
Wander Corfu’s stunning shoreline and forested mountains
Enjoy a rewarding balance of seaside strolls and mountain exploration on this self-guided tour.
Revel in gorgeous coastal views and lush vegetation on the trail’s of Corfu Island.
Explore the Old Town of Corfu teeming with history and culture.
Indulge in fresh Greek cuisine at local taverns and savour the flavours of this island paradise.
Explore Greece’s northwestern coast on this self-guided Corfu Trail Walking Tour. Meander through lush olive groves, through mountainside villages, over coastal cliffs and along sandy beaches. Visit historic monasteries, indulge in local cuisine and unwind overlooking the shimmering waters of the Ionian Sea. A
journey through this majestic isle is the perfect getaway.
Explore Greece’s northwestern coast on this self-guided Corfu Trail Walking Tour. Meander through lush olive groves, through mountainside villages, over coastal cliffs and along sandy beaches. Visit historic monasteries, indulge in local cuisine and unwind overlooking the shimmering waters of the Ionian Sea. A
journey through this majestic isle is the perfect getaway.
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The Corfu Trail Walking Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Corfu
Fly into Corfu, otherwise known as Kerkyra, where your transfer awaits your arrival. You will spend your first night in Paramonas, a beautiful seaside village on the west coast of the island.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Paramonas
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Olive Groves and Panoramas on the Walk to Benitses
Today you will begin your tour. Wander along the coast and into the rural landscape. Marvel at the ocean views before escaping beneath the shade of towering cypress trees. Ascend through the Messongi plain to the charming villages of Komianata and Bentises.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Benitses
Distance: 5h, 15km, 775m of ascent, 760m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Hike to Pelekas Surrounded by Corfu’s Peaks
Following a transfer to Agii Deka – the highest point of the southern island, you will be rewarded with spellbinding panoramic views of this marvellous island. Appreciate the mesmerizing vista then hike to Pelekas village where you will spend your evening.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Pelekas
Distance: 4h, 13km, 270m of ascent, 250m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Beautiful Coastal Walk to Liapades
Today you will stroll along Myrtiotissa beach and monastery. The undulating route will then lead you through the historic villages of Vatos and Gianades into lush olive groves bound by towering peaks. Your walk will culminate in Liapades – a beautiful beach resort.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Liapades
Distance: 6h, 20km, 600m of ascent, 660m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Hike Through History to Agios Georgios
After breakfast, you will begin your day with a lovely hike up to a stunning viewpoint over Paleokastritsa. Descend down to Lakones and Krini before arriving at a lovely sandy beach where you can relax in the Mediterranean sunshine.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Liapades
Distance: 4h, 15km, 560m of ascent, 600m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Walk to Kalami and Explore Kerkyra
Your transportation will bring you to Spartylas, where you'll commence your ascent of Mount Pantokrator. Following your climb, descend through olive groves to explore the ruins of the Taxiarchis chapel. Conclude your day with a stroll between Kaminaki and Kalami before taking a public bus back to Corfu.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Corfu
Distance: 6h, 20km, 500m of ascent, 800m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Trip to Corfu Town
Explore the island's capital, known for its rich architecture influenced by Byzantine, Venetian, and French styles. Visit St. Spiridon church, the Antivouniotissa church with its Byzantine Museum, and enjoy Liston's charming arcades and cafes. If time permits, we suggest a ferry trip to Vidos island.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Corfu
Distance: Fleixble
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 End of the trip
Your amazing adventure ends today. Have breakfast and check-out of your hotel.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
The Corfu Trail Walking 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 June 25th and from September 17th to October 15th.
- Single room: from EUR1025*
- Sharing a double room: from EUR745*
Accommodation on The Corfu Trail Walking 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 Corfu Trail Walking Tour?
Meals
7 breakfasts in hotels are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
This tour includes luggage transfers between your accommodations and arrival transfer between Corfu Airport and Paramonas. You will be in charge of any other transportation you might require, such as the departure airport transfer.
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 Corfu Trail Walking 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 Corfu Trail Walking Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Corfu to start this tour?
- Is the tour material The Corfu Trail Walking Tour in English?
- Where does the The Corfu Trail Walking 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. This is a manageable adventure for most. Altitude changes range from 250 to 600 meters a day. The majority of your hike will explore covered roads, paths and beach routes. Note most walks can be shortened with a transfer, though additional charges may apply.
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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