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Compare the charms of two islands on this self-guided tour
Get inspiration for your dream house as you wander streets lined with epic mansions in Andros Chora.
Learn the local way of life in the traditional villages of Falatados and Myrsini.
Admire a Venetian fortress on the top of Mount Exombourgo.
Take infinite trips to the beach for a swim to cool off on hot days.
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!
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!
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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, 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
Departure on April 1st – June 28th, 2024:
- Single room (traveling alone): EUR1045
- Single room (group of 2+): EUR890
- Double/twin room: EUR665
- Triple room: EUR565
Departure on June 29th – August 31st, 2024:
- Single room (traveling alone): EUR1125
- Single room (group of 2+): EUR970
- Double/twin room: EUR710
- Triple room: EUR620
Departure on September 1st – October 26th, 2024:
- Single room (traveling alone): EUR1045
- Single room (group of 2+): EUR890
- Double/twin room: EUR665
- Triple room: EUR565
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.
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)
- How hard is the Andros and Tinos Islands Walking Tour?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Greece?
- I’ve never been on a self-guided trip! How does it work?
- Are meals included on the Andros and Tinos Islands Walking Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Athens to start this tour?
- Is the Andros and Tinos Islands Walking Tour guided?
- Where does the Andros and Tinos Islands Walking Tour end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Greece?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Greece?
- When is the best time to travel to Greece for this 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.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
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.
7 breakfasts are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip. Get your Travel Insurance.
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.
No. You will be provided with all necessary information to complete your self-guided tour.
The tour ends in Tinos Chora with a drop-off at the ferry terminal.
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.
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).
Customer Ratings
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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