Description
The landscape and the journey
Tim Salmon and Michael Cullen introduce mainland Greece’s wooded mountains, ravines and traditional villages beyond the island resorts. Two substantial trails and shorter alternatives offer independent journeys through quieter, remote landscapes.
Routes and itinerary options
The Peloponnese Way covers around 220 kilometres in 14 stages from Dhiakoftó to Pantazí beach. The Píndos Way runs approximately 460 kilometres in 30 stages from Ámfissa to Grámos near Albania. Shorter Zagori treks and an Olympus outing provide further choices.
Maps and practical planning
Stage descriptions cover villages, accommodation and facilities, with logistical advice for areas offering limited services. Some stretches require camping and self-sufficient arrangements for food, water and shelter. Use the route information to compare stages, plan your stops and check practical arrangements before departure.
Choosing the right trip
The long routes demand fitness, navigation and experience in remote terrain. Consider heat, season and lingering high-level snow, with margins for changing conditions and services. Choose an itinerary that fits your experience and available time, allowing flexibility for weather and local conditions.
About this edition
English-language guidebook by Tim Salmon and Michael Cullen. Third edition published in 2018, with subsequent reprints. 304 pages. ISBN 9781852849689.
