Amorgos: Guided Hike of the Panagia Hozoviotissa Monastery

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Discover the wild beauty of Amorgian nature on this guided trek to the second oldest Monastery in Greece, Hozoviotissa. Find the perfect trail for your skill level, and take a step back through time.

Highlights

  • Walk the ancient path from Aegiali bay and end at the Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa
  • Explore Kapsala place, the area where monks used to live in natural caves
  • Admire the unrivaled sea view and the town of Chora.
  • Asfontylitis an abandoned village full of dry-stone walls

Description

Follow the ancient route from Aegiali Bay once used for trading and make the pilgrimage to the Panagia Hozoviotissa Monastery, nestled among the cliffs. Revitalize the body and mind and listen to important cultural history from your guide, before witnessing the breath-taking views of the sea. Depart from Potamos, a village above Aegiali port and enjoy a moderate and peaceful hike. Visit the abandoned and dry-stone rural settlement of Asfondilitis, and explore where monks once lived in natural caves in Kapsala. Admire the unrivaled sea view before entering the iconic Monastery of the Virgin Mary. Stroll through the beautiful village of Chora afterwards.

Includes

Guided visit of the monastery pickup/drop-off in Aegiali, Potamos, Lagada and Tholaria

Important Information

  • Women should wear or carry with them long skirts to enter Hozoviotissa monastery

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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