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Karpathos East Coast Boat Trip and Olympos Village without Transport
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Karpathos East Coast Boat Trip and Olympos Village without Transport

Free cancellation
Place: Karpathos
Validity: Flexible
Language: English
Printed ticket only

Do this because

  • Travel by boat trip to Diafani to visit historic Olympos
  • Find out about this fascinating village on a guided tour
  • Visit the culture museum, and admire churches
  • Enjoy free time to see Diafani or relax on the local beach
  • Expert local guide with unrivalled knowledge of Karpathos

What to expect

Time-worn Olympos is the jewel in Karpathos' rugged crown. Perched atop a perilous mountain ridge, this hilltop hamlet is a living museum where locals still wear traditional embroidered costumes and ancient ways of life are still very much alive. Sophia, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Olympos is a land apart which existed more or less in isolation for so long that linguists come to study the dialect here, which has ancient roots. Even today, with visitors from all over the globe, locals guard their heritage fiercely. Traditional crafts, music and farming are all an important part of daily life here.'

Setting off from Karpathos harbour, we'll cruise along the coast to the port town of Diafani, where a bus will be waiting to whisk you into the arid hills of the northwest to explore the hub of Greek culture and cuisine that is Olympos. Sophia says, ‘It might be small, but there's lots to see. Craft workshops, a museum, historic windmills and several tiny Orthodox churches are scattered through town. Don't miss the richly decorated Ekklisía Koimíseos tis Theotókou church.'

After free time to explore the pastel-blue and beige alleys of Olympos and perhaps have some lunch, enjoy those dazzling views down to the sea one last time before the return transfer to Diafani. Here, you'll have some time to stroll the seaside promenade, watch the boats come and go as you relax with a drink in a bar or head to the beach for a dip. Next, it's back on board the boat for the return trip to Karpathos Town.

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Important to know

  • Walking shoes recommended — there are a lot of steps in Olympos
  • Please make your own way to the port of Pegadia for the start of this tour
  • Not suitable for expectant mothers
  • Not suitable for guests with poor health
  • Not suitable for guests with cardiac or respiratory problems
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Not suitable for families with small children
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Food and drinks not included
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What’s included

Transport

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Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

Booking fee

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