From the capital of the island HORA we'll drive to KURUNOCHORI where we will begin our pleasant walk through the village to the small neighbouring village of MILI with it’s lovely waterfall and small chapel!
As we walk towards the 1st Kouros statue which has been waiting for us since the sixth century before Christ, we will have occasion to talk about what makes Naxos so very special – the local flora and fauna and the culture and traditions of Naxos island.
A true rural hills and valleys hike that will take you back in time since before Christ. We will also see the second Kouros statue before we leave them to sleep.
«Discover Naxos nature, the village settlements of Kourounochori, Mili, marble Kouros statues, Potamia, Kalamitsia, Jesuites Monastery and Melanes. A natural museum of monuments revealing a historic Naxos.»
Stella
Hiking Guide
After visiting the two Kouros Statues we continue on marble tracks to the triple village of Potamia, ( Ano, Mesi, Kato ) and all its characteristics including a stream that meanders between them. We then walk through Olive groves and vines to the hidden Jesuits Monastery at Kalamitsia, another opportunity to reach for the camera.
Our final destination is Melanes Village where we will enjoy a lunch break before returning to Chora.
Our hikes are mostly on unpaved paths through wild rugged landscapes. For several hours we will hike far away from roads and towns.
Rescue services etc. have no access to the landscapes in which we are traveling. I would therefore like to point out that my guests should wear sturdy hiking shoes (at least sturdy running shoes), suitable clothing (long trousers) and, depending on the weather, rain protection, headgear (headscarf, hat, functional scarf), sun protection (at least SPF30) and carry enough water (at least 1 liter) with you.
If you do not meet these requirements, I cannot take you on the hike.
You could endanger yourself and the hiking group too!
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