Prices are PER PERSON and based
on 2 persons sharing a twin or double bedroom.
PRICES INCLUDE
6 days of activities accompanied by English/Greek
speaking, local leader.
Half board basis. Accommodation and breakfast at
the OLD SILK STORE. (Evening meals are taken in
local village tavernas). Tables will be reserved
at various village restaurants.
Accommodation, breakfast and evening meal on Trikeri
island
One lunch on the day of the cookery lesson.
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
Flights
and transport to and from the airport and/or port.
Please note:
Single supplement: 112 €
An allowance should be made of 12-15 € per
person for lunches.
Minimum participation required: 5 persons.
Transport from and to Volos airport: 155 €
[for 1 taxi].
Transport from and to Volos port: 95 € [for
1 taxi].
[Whenever possible,
we will co-ordinate transport arrangements for persons
arriving on same flight/boat in order to reduce
the cost of transport]. Max 3 persons per taxi.
Participants must provide us with flight details,
especially arrival time, and have travel insurance.
We require a copy of the original insurance policy
by fax or by post.
Participants who wish to extend their holiday for
another week, or book a two-week programme in advance,
please enquire for details on booking or before
departure date.
ALTERNATIVE TOURISM PROGRAMME
ARE
YOU TRAVELLING WITH YOUR CHOSEN TOUR OPERATOR ?
You may still join our programme
PRICE: 330 €.
per person. Plus the cost of local transport from/to
your chosen accommodation.
PRICE INCLUDES:
6 days of organized activities accompanied by English/
Greek speaking local leader.
One night's accommodation on Trikeri Island, evening
meal and breakfast.
One lunch on the day of the cookery lesson.
Add the cost of local transport from your chosen
accommodation to starting and finishing point. Ask
us for a quote.
LOCATION:
The base of the Alternative Tourism Programme will
be at north-eastern Pelion, in the village of Mouresi,
one of the "villages of the flowers",
situated in a densely forested terrain criss-crossed
by mule-tracks and paths. Mouresi commands stunning
views to the turquoise Aegean Sea and is flanked
by beautiful beaches.
DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES
Our
aim is to introduce you to the nature and structure
of village life and traditions on Mount Pelion,
while you are enjoying your mountain and sea vacation.
DAY 1
Arrival
day.
Checking in and getting comfortable at your accommodation.
Group introduction during an evening meal at a local
taverna in the presence of one of our team members.
Co-ordination of the next day's activities.
DAY 2
a.
"Wild flowers of Pelion"
Walk and Talk with Doris Schlapper and share her
intimate knowledge of the local flora in the lovely
setting of her semi-wild, organic garden and village
of Tsagarada.
b. "Village life and traditions"
A talk by a resident of Pelion.
Informal Greek lesson.
Dinner.
DAY 3
a.
"Greek cookery lesson"
A ramble in the village will be interrupted by a
visit to a restaurant for a cookery lesson. We will
learn how a traditional bread oven is utilized.
The menu will be chosen by the cook depending on
the season and ingredients available.
The ramble will continue whilst lunch is being cooked.
We will return to the restaurant to sample the ware
and fare. Lunch is included in price.
b. Informal Greek lesson for beginners.
DAY 4
"Cobbles
and Pebbles" a. Retracing the hoof-prints of
mule-trains on shaded cobbled paths leading to splendid
beaches and harbours where one may swim in the turquoise
water.
b. Informal Greek lesson.
DAY 5
A
visit to Trikeri Island.
Accommodation at the Monastery of the Virgin Mary.
Trikeri island is in the embrace of the Pagasitikos
Gulf in south Pelion. We will experience a contrast
of landscape, one that is more commonly associated
with Greece. Trikeri island is carpeted with thousands
of olive trees. It has few buildings and no motor
vehicles whatsoever. From the unique and tranquil
atmosphere of the monastery one can enjoy a walk
around the island and swim at its tiny beaches.
N.B. The monastery has very basic facilities. Accommodation,
taverna evening meal and breakfast are included
in the price.
DAY 6
"Lazy
Day" Boat Cruise
Leisurely breakfast will be taken at a harbour-side
taverna. Free time before joining the "gullet",
which will cruise along the coast of the Pagasitikos
Gulf back to the quay. On the way it will make stops
at beautiful, pristine little bays and islands,
where we will enjoy a swim or dive from the boat
into the crystal clear warm waters of the sea.
DAY 7
Zagora
Village and the Women's Co-operative
Zagora, the proud capital of Pelion, is the "village
of the apples". It is famous for its
contribution to learning, art, and trade. We will
check out large village mansions, magnificent churches,
shaded flag-stoned squares, the old library and
the historical Rigas Fereos' School. Then we will
pay a visit to the Zagora Women's Co-operative, where
traditional sweets of the spoon and liqueurs are
made from the local fruits of the earth.
DAY 8
Departure
Day
Check out time and trip to your departure points.
Or you may continue your holiday with our programme
of guided or independent walks or simply have a
restful week. Please enquire for extension details
and a variety of accommodation.
We reserve the right to alter the order of the days
of the programme and change activities if circumstances
occur which are beyond our control. In case the
accommodation specified should not be available
for reasons beyond our control, alternative accommodation
of the same standard will be provided.
THINGS TO TAKE ALONG
Backpack,
walking boots, water container, light-weight towel,
swimming costume, torch, insect repellant, sun block,
sunshades, light raincoat, suitable attire for cool
evenings.
BOOKING CONDITIONS
We
require a deposit of 20 % of the total cost of the
holiday on booking. The balance must be paid at
the latest 8 weeks before the departure date of
the booked programme.
CANCELLATION CONDITIONS
Cancellation must be made in writing and sent by
registered post.
If cancellation is made 5 weeks (or less) prior
to the departure date of the booked programme, no
refund is given.
If it is made 6 weeks prior to departure, a 40%
refund is given.
If it is made7- 8 weeks prior to departure, a 50%
refund is given if the total sum has been paid.
If it is made in over 8 weeks prior to departure,
an 80% refund is given if the total sum has been
paid.
6 days of activities accompanied by English/Greek
speaking, local leader.