Description
The gorge delights with beautiful rock formations and vegetation. The gorge is a narrow passage between the vertical slopes of the Iti and Kallidromos mountains. Water from the Canyon provides irrigation for areas of special ecological value.
The canyon was known already in antiquity. Near the entrance to the canyon, on the slopes of the Iti and Kallidromos mountains, on the southeastern side of the Sperchios valley, there was ancient Iraklia (Trachina), which was one of the five cities in the kingdom of Achilles. In the center of the gorge, on the Iti side, stands "Kouvelos" , on top of which there was an ancient settlement.
Our route runs through the most beautiful parts of the gorge. The tour is led by an experienced guide who speaks English.
After completing the trek, the group will go to Thermopylae - the place where the famous battle took place in 480 BC. and which became the inspiration for the world-famous movie 300. Thermopylae is also famous for its thermal springs. There will be an opportunity to bathe in thermal springs, just like Leonidas did before the famous battle.
Then the group will go to the Kamena Vourla resort, where you can relax on the "Sissy" beach in the shade of palm trees or use the Water Sports Center and electric bike rental (options paid additionally for those interested). Before returning to Athens, buffet dinner at the See Sea restaurant at the Sissy Hotel (included in the price).