Andros and Tinos Islands Walking Tour

Andros and Tinos Islands Walking Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Athens

Start the tour as soon as you arrive in Athens with a pick-up from the airport. You’ll head to the ferry port in Rafina to cross the Aegean Sea to Andros. Take a bus from the ferry terminal to find your accommodation near Nimborio Beach.

Take the evening to explore the area and indulge in a local meal.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Andros Chora
Distance: None
Meals: None

Day 2 Explore Apikia

Wake up refreshed after your first night in Andros and sit for a lovely breakfast at your guesthouse. In the morning, you can wander the network of gorgeous residences in Andros Chora. In the afternoon, two options are available to you to visit Apikia, a quaint village that sits in a great, green valley. You’ll take a taxi there, then spend your walking time hiking among olive groves and stopping to swim at a nearby beach.

You can walk back to Andros Chora or find a taxi.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Andros Chora
Distance: Short: 2.5 hours, 4.9km, 90m of ascent, 340m of descent
Long: 4 hours, 8.7km, 410m of ascent, 380m of descent
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 Andros Chora Circuit

Fuel up on a big breakfast for a long day of exploring on foot. Along the way, you’ll pass through several traditional hamlets with iconic Greek architecture, and you’ll walk along trails lined with cypresses and olive groves. During the excursion, you’ll ascend to a hilltop and see a monastery clinging to a mountain. Get your camera out for some glorious views.

Continue through a green valley and descend to Andros Chora to find an appealing tavern for a well-earned dinner.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Andros Chora
Distance: 6.5 hours, 18.5km, 650m of ascent, 650m of descent
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 Visit Ormos Korthiou, Kochilos, and Sineti Villages

Today’s journey stops at several unique villages, each with its own charm. First, you’ll depart from Ormos Korthiou and find a well-marked mule path to walk through fragrant orchards. Then, you’ll reach Kochilos and visit the ruins of an old fortress. There’s the option to gain some serious panoramic views from here.

Continue through a deep gorge to reach Sineti—stop and treat yourself to a coffee in the plaza. After SIneti, you have one final climb and descent to a sandy beach, then follow the coastline back to your guesthouse.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Andros Chora
Distance: 6 hours, 14km, 530m of ascent, 530m of descent
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 Transfer to Tinos

In the morning, take a public bus to Gavrio, followed by a ferry to Tinos. A taxi will transfer you to your hotel. After check-in, you can take a public bus or taxi to Tripotamos and walk through the charming village of Mountados, known for its 28 churches, including the 1849 Cathedral of Agios Ioannis. From there, continue past the Vaketa dam back to Chora. Be sure to explore Mountados' pristine, winding cobblestone streets and tiered alleys—it's a delightful experience!
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Tinos Chora
Distance: 6.7km, 25m of ascent, 335m of descent
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 Circuit Walk

Today's walk offers a fantastic journey around the striking Exombourgo mountain, passing through some of Tinos' most beautiful villages. You'll traverse valleys, terraced fields, narrow village alleys, and encounter numerous churches and a monastery. In the broad valley between Loutra and Kambos, admire the iconic dovecotes unique to Tinos Island.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Tinos Chora
Distance: 7 hours, 15km, 570m of ascent, 570m of descent
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 Walk to Tinos Chora

Your final walk on Tinos offers stunning views of Tinos town and the south coast. Starting with a transfer to Falatados, you’ll traverse agricultural fields towards Exobourgo, where the optional climb to the Venetian Fortress awaits. Descend south along old mule tracks, passing windmill ruins, and follow a long kalderimi down to Tinos town. This 3-hour walk leaves ample time to explore the vibrant town, highlighted by the impressive Panagia church, or relax on nearby sandy beaches.

Spend your last night on Tinos as you please, sampling many taverns and engaging with the friendly locals.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Tinos Chora
Distance: 3 hours, 8km, 100m of ascent, 470m of descent
Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 Departure

After breakfast in your guesthouse, your double Greek island tour comes to an end. You’ll make your own way to the next leg of your journey, whether that’s back to Athens or off to explore another island.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast

The departure is available on any day of the week. Prices below are per person:

Departure on April 1^st – June 28^th, 2024:

Single room (traveling alone): $1,150 USD
Single room (group of 2+): $975 USD
Double/twin room: $725 USD
Triple room: $625 USD

Departure on June 29^th – August 31^st, 2024:

Single room (traveling alone): $1,225 USD
Single room (group of 2+): $1,050 USD
Double/twin room: $775 USD
Triple room: $675 USD

Departure on September 1^st – October 26^th, 2024:

Single room (traveling alone): $1,150 USD
Single room (group of 2+): $975 USD
Double/twin room: $725 USD
Triple room: $625 USD

Accommodation on the Andros and Tinos Islands Walking Tour

This tour is based in traditional guesthouses and hotels. Guiesthouses on this tour offer cozy rooms and welcoming hosts. Hotels are 3-star and offer modern amenities.

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. If you are a solo traveller or you prefer a single room, the required supplements are included in the listed prices.

Hotels on Standard Tour

Night 1-4

Pension Stella in Andros Chora

Set in an idyllic location right on Nimborio Beach, this guesthouse offers private rooms with kitchenettes and balconies and a shaded terrace where you can have breakfast looking at the beach.

Night 5-6

Pension Levkes in Falatados

This beautiful pension will be your home away from home. Enjoy a shared terrace next to the restaurant and privacy in your comfortable room.

Night 7

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Vincenzo Family Hotel in Tinos Chora ★★★

Authentic, immaculate Greek-style rooms will welcome you after a long day of exploring. The hospitality is superb, the breakfasts are great, and the courtyard has a shared jacuzzi.

What’s included in the Andros and Tinos Islands Walking Tour?

Meals

7 breakfasts are included.

Accommodations

Accommodation for 7 nights is included. You can also book additional nights at any of the hotels along the route.

Transportation during the Tour

Some transportation is included in the tour, including a transfer from Athens Airport to Rafina, transfers to and from the bus station to the guesthouse in Andros Chora, and transfers on Tinos. Some ferry tickets are also included: Rafina–Andros, Andros–Tinos, and Tinos-Piraeus or Tinos–Naxos.

Also Included

Digital route notes and maps
GPS App
24-hour telephone assistance

Not included

Flights
Visas if required
Guide services
Ferry tickets not mentioned above
Airport departure transfer
Entrance fees of any kind
Personal expenses and gratuities
Lunches and dinners
Travel insurance and tourism tax
Anything not mentioned as included

Optional Extras

Extra nights in any accommodation
Airport departure transfer
Printed tour materials (in addition to digital)

Frequently Asked Questions about Andros and Tinos Islands Walking Tour

How hard is the Andros and Tinos Islands Walking Tour?

We rate this tour as a 3/5. You should be physically fit and comfortable walking 2–7 hours daily at your own pace. The elevation gain is moderate. The trails are mostly rocky and cobbled footpaths.

Do I need a visa to travel to Greece?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

I’ve never been on a self-guided trip! How does it work?

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.

Are meals included on the Andros and Tinos Islands Walking Tour?

7 breakfasts are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip. Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Athens to start this tour?

Fly into Athens International Airport (ATH). You will be picked up from the airport. For this tour, your flight should arrive before 2:30 pm to make the ferry to Andros on time.

Is the Andros and Tinos Islands Walking Tour guided?

No. You will be provided with all necessary information to complete your self-guided tour.

Where does the Andros and Tinos Islands Walking Tour end?

The tour ends in Tinos Chora with a drop-off at the ferry terminal.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Greece?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Greece?

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.

When is the best time to travel to Greece for this tour?

The best time to travel to Greece for walking is during the warmest months of the year (April through September) but know that it can get very hot mid-summer (July and August).

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S-Cape Travel Greece is a Greek outdoor company, established in 1994 and member of the S-Cape Group of companies since 2010.

At S-Cape Greece you find a varied portfolio of active and adventure trips that offer you a hands-on experience of Greece, having time to slowing down and appreciate the details: view the sites and landscapes, savor the specialties, meet and mingle with the locals and learn about the culture.

All our trips and itineraries are developed by our team of professional walkers and cyclists who have a keen eye for great trails, exciting itineraries, breath-taking scenery and good quality accommodation that share our vision on sustainable travel.

If you travel on one of our self-guided trips, you receive a Destination Manual with information on the country and a state-of-the-art Road Book with detailed route description, turn by turn diagrams of each crossing and explanatory text. On top, you can navigate the route in your own smartphone via our excellent S-Cape Travel App.

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