La strada
the graph below shows the outline of the route that we are going to follow by both vehicle and cycling.
This is non only your cycling route.
Costi
to be advised once we finetune the details
11 full days – Hotel, Luggage transport, Bike, Shuttles
late Sept o early Nov
Quello include:
- Bike Hire for 11 days (Fitness, Road or Ebikes) – helmets, water bottles and spares
- Supporting Vehicle in close proximity (carry your personal belonging, transfer you in case of excessive fatigue, avoid the traffic, other)
- The driver would be Alex or Ilias. Therefore, we would be able to provide you with solutions on whatever happens
- Accommodation as per below (premium lodgings in places they are available IMPORTANT: we chose the lodging that maintain their authenticity)
- Colazioni in ogni destinazione (se incluse dall'hotel)
- Un seguito alla fine di ogni notte su cosa vedere ed esplorare intorno alla destinazione visitata
- Biglietti del traghetto
Non incluso: the cost of the coffees or snacks along the way and the cost of your meals (lunch and dinners),
Tour Ιtinerario
Upon Arrival shuttle outside of Athens transfer to the starting point.
Cycling: 40 km / 400 m
Risk Factor 🙂 : on your day of your arrival you might be jet lagged. In that case we just collect you from the airport and you drop off at the starting point of this day. No matter how destroyed you might feel, I strongly recommend that you do not skip this ride. It will definitely help you to sync with the local time faster. Also, the next couple of days are more relaxed.
Mancia: Please select a flight that lands in Athens early enough to allow you plenty of time to enjoy the day.
About the route: We have discovered this just 4 years ago. The main towns this road connects are better reachable by ferry, saving the visitors a lot of time from during their transport to there. That leaves this stunning road with absolutely no traffic. The road conditions are excellent, the views are spectacular and apart one 250m climb, there are no major challenges.
Alloggio: Ermioni Town – Stunning Apartment with the best view in town. (Day 1/3)
Nota: in cycling is not an option because of the exhaustion, we just get you the Town of Ermioni
Fact: Evan was thrilled with this little town. I am certain that you also going to love the place.
50-60 km / 600 m
After your breakfast, you cover a flat part all the way to the small port of Costa. There, you load the bikes on sea taxi and you cross to the island of Spetses (5 to 10 minutes sail).
On Spetses, a not too long cycling route can make you circle the island, something that is expected to last 1.5 – 2 hours. Of course, you have the whole day ahead of you and you can follow your own pace. You may visit one of Spetses non touristic beaches found on your way, or, after your ride enjoy a nice meal on the island. At this point, I think Ermioni offers a greater level of authenticity and quality on food, with the focus on fresh fish, than Spetses.
Option: Since our vehicle will be in close proximity, after cycling around Spetses, we can pick you up from the port of Costa and transfer you back to Ermioni.
Alloggio: Ermioni Town – Stunning Apartment with the best view in town. (Day 2/3)
30 – 50 km / 300 – 600 m
Today the plan is to take it slow and have ride, but more into exploring the scenery than covering the miles. The route reflects the maximum that you can cover, while maintaining the option you to shorten it.
There is a plethora of small beaches, with no visitors along the way. In Koilada, the food option of Dooglas is something that you shouldn’t miss.
Alloggio: Ermioni Town – Stunning Apartment with the best view in town. (Day 3/3)
70 km / 1000 m
Looking at the route’s graph, this day will require you to cycle up to a small mountain all the way to the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, a landmark that you should definitely include in your off-the-bike activities.
Tip: Our vehicle, can shuttle you for part of the route. I recommend however, to give it a try.
Leaving the archaeological site, the route becomes mostly downhill and that is the reason for me to increase the total day’s mileage. This part will take you to Vivari, a small village with great food options. There we load the bikes on the vehicle and you enjoy a nice late afternoon meal. Once you are done, we transfer to the City of Naflpio where you can walk around the alleys. In my opinion there is no point for you cover this last part on the bike, since approaching Nafplio is neither nice nor pleasant (a bit of traffic).
Alloggio:
- Grand Sharai - 4 stelle (url) - Tipo di camera - Doppia
Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
Nafplio
50 km / 600 km
Questo giorno hai due opzioni. Puoi iniziare a pedalare da Nafplio per un totale di 80 km / 900m, oppure permetterci di portarti a Paralio Astros e iniziare da lì dopo aver preso il caffè del mattino (questo è il percorso visualizzato qui).
Sulla tua strada, attraverserai tre spiagge estremamente panoramiche, dove potrai goderti una breve nuotata. Uno dei, e molto vicino a Leonidio (la destinazione finale) è abbastanza remoto e molto probabilmente saresti da solo.
A Leonidio abbiamo amici, e sarebbe un piacere condividere con voi un po 'della nostra vera e onesta ospitalità, quindi non fare piani per la vostra cena. 🙂
Alloggio:
- Hatzipanayiotis (url) - un edificio storico che è stato convertito in un hotel di qualità.
Giorno di riposo
Uno oggi, dovresti usare solo le biciclette per esplorare la cittadina di Leonidio o attraversare le fattorie e vedere come e perché le verdure in questa zona sono così gustose; tutto cresce lì. Usando il nostro veicolo potremmo trasferirti verso la spiaggia vicino o in un paio di villaggi montani che vale la pena visitare.
Alloggio:
- Hatzipanayiotis (url) - un edificio storico che è stato convertito in un hotel di qualità.
Leonidio, View from Hatzipanayotis breakfast area
50 km / 1100 m
Barbara and Brian, this is best route me and a dozen other cyclists from all over the world ever had ridden in our lives. I am up for the challenge of guaranteeing you that you will agree with me. Please raise your expectations as high as possible.
Strade vuote e belle in questo giorno!
La destinazione finale in un luogo chiamato Kiparissi, un piccolo villaggio, completamente lontano dai radar dell'industria del turismo. Qui si trovano solo poche taverne ma non avrai bisogno di più.
Alloggio: Cavo Cortia
65 km / 1100 km
Lasciare Kiparissi è accompagnato da una vera e propria sorpresa. I primi 2-3 chilometri richiedono un po 'di sforzo, mentre il resto della salita, sebbene più agevole, ti porterà fino a 600 metri, lasciando indietro la vista sul mare. Il paesaggio è ora completamente cambiato, stai pedalando su un altopiano. Colori, alberi, aria ... sono tutti diversi.
The first stop should be Limni Geraka. A peaceful little place, completely weather protected with only two, but great dinner options.
Right after that you are heading to monemvasia, a unique landmark in Greece. The beginning of that part comprises rolling hills and it is constantly along the coast line. The ultimate stop is the medieval castle of Monemvasia. Monemvasia took its name from the words mone=single and emvasi=entrance. Indeed! The island’s circumference coast line is comprised by steep rocks, impossible for any kind of ship to approach. During the reign of the Venetian empire, Monemvasia was an exceptional and naturally fortified city. It can get really crowded, however, it worth’s you paying a visit there.
After your visit: we drive you to the little port of Pounta to get the ferry to the island of Elafonisos.
Alloggio: Berdousis Hotel (url) (Day 1/2)
Leisure ride around the island
It has been mentioned that the island is a very small one. Therefore, just take the bikes and explore every part of that. The world famous Simos beach will fascinate you and there you are going to spend the majority of your day.
Alloggio: Berdousis Hotel (url) – Day (2/2)
Isola di Elafonissos
42 km / 500 km
In the morning you can relax to enjoy the island and its easy rhythms. Once you are ready and then get ready to cycle the last part of the itinerary.
13.00 latest you leave the island and you ride towards Elea. The road is to there is fascinating and passes through numerous small villages. At Elea, there is a stunning hotel with great food and awesome views. The target is us being there before the sunset and enjoy a meal at the magical moment.
Alloggio: Alas Resort (url) Your last night at this spectacular hidden resort
Addio!
After having an early breakfast, we depart for the Athens International Airport.
