Naxos: Hike to the Top of the Cyclades - Mount Zas
Description
This pleasant hike of moderate difficulty will take you up to the top of the most popular mountain in the Cycladic island cluster: Mount Zas! Once you reach the peak, there are many things to be proud of! Not only will you be at the highest point in the Cyclades, but you’ll have hiked to the summit of the mountain where Zeus, Father and King of the Olympian Gods, was raised. The trail you’ll be following is exactly the same trail people have been following to the top of the mountain since ancient times. The vast blue of the Aegean Sea will accompany you along the way, while the view of the neighboring Cycladic islands is breathtaking. When you’re at the top, the 360 degree view is worthy of the Gods! Once you reach the top, you’ll spend some time taking photos and having a delicious traditional treat. After you take in all the beauty, you start on your way back! At the end of your hike you'll enjoy a delicious traditional picnic!
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Pickup Locations & Times
The starting time of the tour is set at 09.00 for guests who do not wish to use our pick-up service and choose to meet us at the starting point. For guest(s) who choose the pick-up-and-drop–off add-on, the pick-up time will be sent to them the day before the tour - it will be at approximately 08.00 (depending on the location of your accommodations), and the tour will start at 09.00.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(93)
Hector is such a lovely person to meet, and really makes the experience. The hike is beautiful but what I remember most fondly is the history and cultural knowledge learned from conversations with our guide. The walk definitely gets a bit harder towards the summit, and our guide kept a great awareness of the group and called short breaks if members of the group were struggling. A lovely hike, but definitely know to expect a rocky uphill walk if it's not something you're used to :)
Really nice trip up the top of Mount Zas. Our guide was super nice and told a lot about the area, nature and Naxos in general. Fantastic view from the top! Definitely our best experience on Naxos.
One of the guides (Hector) picked us up from our hotel and brought us to the beginning of the hike where we met the other family and guide (Nectarius). The hike itself was beautiful. Through the hike our guides continually told us history and stories about the land and the views we were seeing. They were extremely knowledgeable. When we reached the top, we had a wonderful view of dozens of islands all around Naxos. Hector and Nectarius were able to tell the name and backstory of each one. We are also provided with a little snack. When we reached the bottom, there was a lovely lunch with ample food prepared for us. They also brought us back to our hotel. They also take photos of you throughout the hike which they send to you for free afterwards. The guides showed so much care the entire time. I definitely recommend.
Amazing hike. Guides were informative and personable. We thoroughly enjoyed this experience and highly recommend!
This moderate level hike is a great way to see Naxos from a different perspective. Hector did a phenomenal job assisting us along the hike at all times and checking in with us. Hector was very knowledgeable with the surrounding farms, plants, herbs, and mythology attached to the mountain.
Our guide was so friendly, knowledge, and helpful on the hike! He even held out water bottles for us so we would have an easier time hiking. The whole experience was definitely tiring, but worth it for great views and Greek history.
Myself & wife are both mid 60s & booked this hike which was rated as moderate. Although it was quite strenuous at times for us we thoroughly enjoyed the day. Hector our guide was brilliant. He was extremely knowledgeable regarding the history & explained everything clearly. He had a great sense of humour & was very patient whenever one of our group needed a rest. The views are well worth the effort & the price of the trip was good value. Strongly recommended.
Great tour. Really nice to have a guide for this as they shared a lot of information. Beautiful views.
A great experience. Very friendly and nice guide. Awesome views at the top.
The hike was harder than expected for me being 59, someone that doesn’t work out BUT was the most amazing feeling when I reached the top. Went with my husband who is 62 and my kids who are 28 and 30. They absolutely loved it. Our guide was awesome, definitely need to go with a guide for sure. Loved the stories he told of Greek legends and about the islands. Will remember this day forever!!
