Compare the charms of two islands on this self-guided tour
Two is better than one, right? This 8-day tour offers double the charm with stays on two separate islands, Andros and Tinos. Both will take your breath away with the classic Greek-style white houses and blue accents. Over 8 days, you’ll have the chance to explore many well-walked trails to secluded beaches, immense gorges, and peaks that offer magnificent views of the Aegean Sea. And, of course, you’ll have your pick of taverns to indulge in Greek cuisine at.
It takes a bit of effort to reach these islands, but it will be worth it once you arrive. You’re far removed from the mainland, and you will sense the ubiquitous island vibes. Walking around these islands will open a world of history as you pass ruins, monasteries, and old churches in rural hamlets. When you’re done walking for the day, you’ll retreat to cozy, family-run guesthouses for relaxing evenings and wake up to breakfast on the terrace. The Andros and Tinos Islands Walking tour is a dream!
Highlights of the Andros and Tinos Islands Walking Tour
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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, 17.5km, 600m of ascent, 600m 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 Rest Day and Optional Walk
Enjoy your last breakfast on Andros, then hop on the public bus to Gavrio to catch the ferry to Tinos. A taxi driver will meet you at the port to take you to Falatados to settle into your guesthouse. Once you’ve unpacked, you have two routes available to explore the area. Both options lead you to a tiny village, Myrsini, then continue along the once-flowing Livada River.
To extend the walk, head to Livada Beach. Take some time in the evening to meander around the authentic Falatados and ask the locals where the best taverns are hiding.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Falatados
Distance: Short: 2 hours, 4.5km, 200m of ascent, 200m of descent
Long: 5 hours, 12.5km, 440m of ascent, 440m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Falatados Circuit
Start the day with a bountiful breakfast in your guesthouse. Today’s route takes you to the impressive Exombourgo Mountain, with an old Venetian fortress built on top. As you walk, the landscapes turn from rocky coastlines to terraced fields and aromatic groves. Take your time spotting the many churches and monasteries on your way back to Falatados.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Falatados
Distance: 7 hours, 16km, 220m of ascent, 220m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Walk to Tinos Chora
From Falatados, you’ll walk to the capital town on Tinos, Tinos Chora. The entire way, you’ll have breathtaking views. You’ll see the classic windmill ruins along the old mule paths and arrive in the town with plenty of time to explore.
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 1st – June 28th, 2024:
- Single room (traveling alone): $1,175 USD
- Single room (group of 2+): $995 USD
- Double/twin room: $750 USD
- Triple room: $650 USD
Departure on June 29th – August 31st, 2024:
- Single room (traveling alone): $1,250 USD
- Single room (group of 2+): $1,075 USD
- Double/twin room: $795 USD
- Triple room: $695 USD
Departure on September 1st – October 26th, 2024:
- Single room (traveling alone): $1,175 USD
- Single room (group of 2+): $995 USD
- Double/twin room: $750 USD
- Triple room: $650 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
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.
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.
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
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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Maria has worked in the Athens office of S-Cape for nearly 4 years. She’s discovered an even deeper love for her country through the process of helping others explore it.
- Q: What is your favourite trip to lead and why?
- A: My favourite trip is Crete “Coast to Coast” because you discover unspoiled Crete while following walking paths through wildflowers, lush valleys, and gorgeous gorges. You get to know the locals, drink wine with them, and taste the famous Cretan food in local taverns. You meet the locals of this village in the “kafeneion” and drink a “Raki” with them. You get to stay in a beautiful old restored house and enjoy views of the White Mountains whilst having breakfast. Explore the White Mountains and walk at an altitude of 1,300m gazing at the white peaks surrounding you. On the south coast, you walk through beautiful gorges. It’s just wonderful!
- Q: What are guests most surprised about in visiting your country?
- A: You hear how good the food, the sun, and the people are. It’s even better in real life!
- Q: What is one local dish anyone visiting should try?
- A: Greek salad, tzatziki, stuffed tomatoes, fried zucchini, and traditional souvlaki, of course!