Mountain-Beach 2007 - Ionian Islands

Imagine...azure seas and crystal clear skies, few tourists, fantastic views and tempting traditional food. No need to imagine - enjoy it with Mountain Beach! Mountain biking doesn’t get more laid back than this; just you, your bike and miles of stunning scenery. Aimed at more leisurely pace than our centre based holidays in Nidri, we will be off-road ‘touring’ on the islands of Lefkas, Cephalonia and Ithaka. Additionally, there will be time to explore some of the wonderful hillside and coastal hamlets, eat at off the beaten track tavernas and chill out in quiet waterside guesthouses of an evening.

Trip profile

Maximum group size is 10, plus two Mountain Beach guides. These trips will only take place out of the main tourist season, i.e. May and September. You can choose to add the trip onto one of our regular Nidri holidays (either as a first or second week) Accommodation is based on two people sharing a room; a supplement will apply for single occupancy. A vehicle carrying your baggage will accompany you on the trip, and you are reminded to pack as light as possible whilst on the Islands; you can safely leave larger cases/bags at the Avra hotel on Lefkas. As we will be highly dependent on the local weather conditions for ferry timetables, our trip may be subject to last minute alterations.

Challenging or chilled out - the choice is yours

Challenging or chilled out For those who want it, some of the biking is certainly strenuous (like the 1600ft. climb to the Monastery at Kathara). But the laid back Greek lifestyle soon weaves its spell and there is plenty of enjoyment to be had simply cruising the coastal tracks and exploring quaint villages. The islands are immersed in history, each differing from the other in character and 'feel'. On our three day journey across Cephalonia we visit Assos with its stunning natural harbour, swim from the beach at Mirtos and stay in the coastal village of Sami (where Captain Corelli’s Mandolin was filmed). Landing on Ithaka is like taking a step back in time. This magical island steeped in Greek mythology remains relatively untouched attracting very few tourists. Bliss.