Greece

Idyllic Life on a Greek Island - Ladies-only trip

Price

1,595 EUR

Duration

8 Days

Level

easy

Date

July 9, 2022

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8 days

1,595 EUR / 570 KWD / 6,900 AED

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Overview

This summer, explore Hydra: the most picturesque and cosmopolitan greek island. With its preserved architecture and cobblestone alleys, the island has been the filming location of international movies like “Phaedra”, “The Boy on a Dolphin” or “The Sailor from Gibraltar”, as well as a holiday destination for Leonard Cohen and many other famous artists.

In Hydra island, you won’t see any cars! Everyone moves around on foot, boat or donkey. The absence of cars along with the elegant stone mansions of the island create a charming atmosphere and make Hydra one of the most serene destinations near Athens.

Don’t miss the opportunity to live for a few days like a local, enjoying the idyllic life only a Greek island can offer.

Trip Highlights:
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Stroll around the historical center of Athens and visit some of its oldest neighborhoods.
Explore the most picturesque and famous Greek island.
Live like a local for a few days in a traditional house.
Swim in the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean.
Enjoy a horse trekking activity towards St Konstantinos church in the inner island.
Prepare a light lunch together, as a team, from shopping to cooking and serving.
Enjoy the renowned Greek cuisine, and connect with the friendly locals in the Greek countryside.

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Activities: cultural interactions, cultural sightseeing, horse riding, swimming, storytelling, City Walking, Cooking, Nature Walking

Trip leader

Konstantina

Konstantina is the Chief Initiator of the Transformational Journeys. Having traveled the transformational journey herself, she brings her new knowing, her constant thirst for further discovery and her love for the unknown, into every trail. Konstantina has a 20-year corporate experience. She has acquired several executive positions and she been involved in entrepreneurial initiatives as well. She has worked extensively in the professional services sector, with emphasis on human talent, while she also has experience in the banking and the governmental sectors. She has been involved in projects on life-long learning and informal education, on youth development and on international business expansion.

Kostantina

Hiking Expert & Travel Writer

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Itinerary Details

Day 1 (9th July 2022): Arrival in Athens (D)

Upon your arrival at the Athens airport, you will be welcomed by the trip leader and you head to your hotel downtown. In the evening, you will explore the old town, its secret neighborhoods, and you will have dinner in a traditional tavern in Plaka with live Greek music.

Accommodation: Amazon hotel (3-star), Athens.

Day 2 (10th July 2022): Transfer to Hydra greek island (B, D)

After an early breakfast, you will head to Piraeus port, from where you will take the fast ferry to Hydra (departure: 10am).
Upon your arrival, you will settle in the house that will be your home for the next three days. Living all together in a house offers a real live-like-a-local experience, and allows the team to bond as we all take care of each other, maybe also shopping together a thing or two to have in the common kitchen to share (like water, snacks, coffee, etc).

Once settled, you will set off to explore the island and its nearby beaches. You may spend time photographing the cute donkeys at the port, enjoying coffee from a rooftop with views on the sea, admiring the local architecture, swimming, shopping, or even visiting a museum or a local gallery.

In the evening, you will enjoy a team activity under the guidance of the team leader.

Accommodation: Hydra Optima Holidays House.
This holiday home is fitted with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with sea views.

Day 3 (11th July 2022): Exploring Hydra Island (B, D)

You will start the morning with a team activity based on the instructions and guidance of your team leader.

Then, you will head to the fishing village of Kamini on foot, enjoying the walk by the sea, and if you wish, you can even reach up to Vlychos beach a bit further away. Beach hopping is quite traditional in Greece, while, in the meantime, you will be exploring the island away from the busy life of the port.

In the afternoon, you will walk around the old town, visiting, among other things, Rafalia’s Pharmacy which is allegedly the most beautiful pharmacy in Greece. It was founded in 1890 and still gives the ambience of old times, with high quality beauty products based on old, traditional recipes and offered in stylish packaging. You can also explore the old bastions from where you can have stunning views on the sea and the town.

You will end the day with another relaxing team activity under the guidance of the team leader.

Accommodation: Hydra Optima Holidays House.

Day 4 (12th July 2022): Horse trekking / Cooking / Swimming (B, L, D)

After an early breakfast, you will embark in exploring a part of the island on horseback. The route will take you from the harbor towards the church of St Konstantine, the Patron Saint of the island (circular route). Each way is around 35-min ride, plus a 30-min break at the top, to relax and take photos overlooking the picturesque Hydra port.
Route: Inland road.
Terrain: Inclined, level, zig-zag road.
Level : All levels.
Duration: 1.5 hours circular route.
Starting time: 9am

Once back to the port, you will relax in the town for a while, and then you will head to the house to prepare all together a light lunch. With the help of the team leader, you will shop the needed ingredients, you will cook together and set the table, to enjoy lunch in the shade of the patio, almost like a family.

You will spend the rest of the day relaxing, swimming, snorkeling, and exploring the island on foot.

Accommodation: Hydra Optima Holidays House.

Day 5 (13th July 2022): Final day in Hydra / Return to Athens (B, L)

After breakfast, you will pack and get ready to leave the house. You will leave your luggage aside, though, and spend your last hours on Hydra taking in the ambience, swimming, and enjoying the views.
The ferry leaves at 17:45 and arrives in Piraeus at 19:30. From the port, you will take a taxi to your hotel and from there, you will head for dinner in the area of Agia Eirini, the new, hipster neighborhood of Athens.

Accommodation: Amazon Hotel, Athens (3-star).

Day 6 (14th July 2022): Departure from Athens (B)

After breakfast, and depending on your departure details, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home.

Notes

This cost is based on Double Occupancy. Single rooms depend on availability and can be arranged only in Athens. Single supplement amounts to 200 EUR per person.
Size of group: 4 pax (if the size is smaller, the price will have to be adjusted).
All services stipulated above are subject to availability at the time of booking/reservation. All prices are subject to change.

The Price Includes:

Two nights‘ accommodation in Athens, double room, breakfast included (Amazon hotel or similar).
Three nights‘ accommodation in Hydra in a holiday home (Hydra Optima). There are three rooms and three bathrooms. However, single supplement is not available.
Horse trekking.
Ferry tickets.
Meals as indicated B, L, D.
Transportation from and to the airport upon arrival and departure.
All other transportations as per the itinerary.
The presence of Rahhalah advisor for Europe and the Middle East, Konstantina Sakellariou.

The Price Excludes:

International flights.
Visa fees.
Travel Insurance.
Single supplement (available in Athens only).
Personal gear.
Meals not mentioned above.
Beverages.
PCR Test and any unforeseen expenses due to Covid-19.
Tips and gratuities.
Personal expenses.

Important: Be prepared for the unexpected. At any moment, based on a whim or a specific request, you may follow the untrodden path, exploring an area not included in the itinerary. The route will unfold as you create it yourselves and this is what makes every journey unique and exclusive.
We reserve the right to alter the itinerary depending on the weather conditions or other unforeseeable factors that may negatively affect the traveling experience.