Walker Reviews
Since the beginning of our Nofootprint adventure in 2012, we have received many positive reviews and feedback from our clients all over the world!
In this section, we have gathered all our happy walker reviews. Feel free to browse them…
Thank you for your comments and support!
Naxos, Small Cyclades & Santorini walking holiday
19 Oct-1 Nov
“Thank you so much for a wonderful Greek island adventure organized by you – thoroughly enjoyed the experience!! Best wishes!” Michelle, Australia
“Thank you so much for all your wonderful guiding & fun trips on our wonderful Greece trip.” Cheryl, Australia
“Thank you for guiding us through Greece. It has been amazing!” Denise, Australia
“Thank you very much for a fantastic trip. Love.” Kate, Australia
“Lieve Annie, Heel erg veel dank voor deze prachtige wanderltour langs vele mooie plekken op de Grietse Eilanden! Liefs.“ Laura, Holland
“Thank you for your relaxed manner and good humour over the trip – you made it extra special.” Maree, Australia
“Thanks so much for showing me some of the wild and wonderful parts of you fabulous country! I have really loved the hiking, swimming, sunsets, good food, and your lovely guiding, throughout this journey. Many thanks for your knowledge, humour and positive attitude, during the Greek adventure xx” Jane, Australia
“Thank you for a great trip, the information you shared and the laughs, the walks across the islands. Thank you for this experience! xx” Jules, Australia
“Thank you for your time, energy, experience and your joyful personality.” Sam, Australia
“Many thanks for a fantastic trip and so many wonderful memories of walking in Greece. Cheers.” Trish, Australia
Naxos & the Small Cyclades walking holiday
18-28 October
“The most memorable part of the holiday was reaching the summit of Mount Zas was great, and the views from the other hikes were stunning. Really good footwear is important for Mount Zas walk – you need strong grip on what can be slippery marble. But the walks are very rewarding with super views. Supporting local tavernas, especially at the end of the season, was good and the food was great. Really enjoyed the trip. Our guide, Daphne, was super – well organised, kind, great at reading the group, knowledgeable and fun too. 5 *****” Carol, UK
“Thank you for organising everything,I had a great trip. I particular appreciated the local knowledge and personal touch. The day going up Mount Zas is a challenging but definitely a satisfying day. Excellent!” Agata, Polland
Naxos & the Small Cyclades walking holiday
11-21 October
“Hard to pick as it was all great, but reaching the top of Mt Zas on Naxos was the most memorable part of the holiday. An excellent holiday, every bit as good as the No Footprint website suggested. Dear Annie, a massive thank you for all the wonderful support you gave our group and all you did to make our recent trip such a roaring Success. We truly had an amazing time and have totally fallen in love with the Greek islands. We are already thinking about another trip. Yannis was an excellent guide and really looked after us all very well, can only sing his praises loudly! So finally thank you and you can be assured we will be recommending no footprint wholeheartedly. As your season comes to an end I hope you can all enjoy a well deserved rest in the truly beautiful country that you are blessed to live in. With love and best wishes. 5 *****” Margaret, UK
West Crete self-guided walking holiday
6-16 October
“There were many memorable parts. Surprisingly for a walking holiday, the rest day we spent on the beach at Sougia springs to mind. The circular walk from Loutro and through the Aradena gorge was good. The decent into the gorge and the many vultures and other birdlife occupied us for quite a while. The walk Sougia to Palaiochora also was nice and the small cove halfway along was a great spot for bathing. We enjoyed being able to wander amongst the Lissos ruins. Walk 9, the Azogires circular and Anydri gorge gave a nice and different view of the country… We were glad that we walked the Irini gorge rather than the Samaria gorge, we enjoyed the relative peace. The flexibility to do the quieter walk was good.
I don’t think anything could be done to improve the holiday. Mel was very attentive and efficient, making sure everything went smoothly. Nowadays we are quite slow, taking longer than the expected durations, so the self-guiding with this level of support works really well. Overall rating 10/10. We hope to do another self guided holiday with you next autumn so will be in touch again in the spring.” Gwyn and Nicky, UK
Mainalon guided walking holiday
4-10 October
“The local people we met in the villages are so welcoming and kind, like we are old friends. They make the beautiful villages even more so. I truly enjoyed this walk and very happy to have met lovely travel companions in this trip – we enjoy walking and having meals together and 7 days really felt too short. Our guide Yannis is very knowledgeable and took care of us extremely well, and always explained well when we had to make adjustments to the routes on the days of poor weather and when some of us were feeling unwell. Annie has been amazing making all the logistic changes behind the scene. I am very impressed with No Footprint’s customer focus philosophy. 5 *****” Gloria, UK
Mainalon self-guided walking holiday
3-11 October
“I liked staying in one place for 2 nights. Usually on walking holidays it is one night so the change was good as it was supported by Panagiotis, his wife and other contacts that all worked really well. The walks were great and I liked the reverse order you have and the rest day built in which we used for a perfect day of walking. We needed the gpx files a few times, cross referencing Nigel’s watch and an app on phone. I used the app from the company that provided the paper map. The most memorable walk was to Dimitsana and the swim in the freezing cold river. Very refreshing.
The places we stayed were different and all lovely in there own particular way. My favourite was Mpelleiko. Nena and her home are wonderful and the most memorable non-walking part of the journey… The extra support from you and Yannis was unexpected… It was a really good change for us walking in Greece, the people in rural areas were genuinely pleased to have you visiting and sharing their beautiful country with you. Regards.” Susan, UK
“We had a great experience, the walk was wonderful, the people were terrific. There were many memorable parts to the holiday. The hosts at our accommodations were wonderful people, especially Nana in Stemnitsa. The villages we stayed in were lovely, the first sighting of Lagkadia was special. The swim in Lousios river at the base of the climb up to Dimitsana was refreshing and invigorating. The villages were beautiful and genuine. Although we were not a part of Yannis’ guided walk he was helpful, informative and welcoming whenever our paths crossed. Panagiotis (the taxi driver) went above and beyond in his contribution; retrieving left items, being available to enable us to go back and walk the section we missed (Magouliana-Nymfasia) due to the rain, transporting us to Kalamata Airport at the end of the walk. Felt very comfortable with him driving
Overall it was a great walk, the accommodation was great, the day’s walks were good, the distances not too far, having long and short distances alternating meant we were not stretched and were able to enjoy the walking, the forests and the views.” Nigel, UK
West Crete walking holiday
27 September-7 October
“The most exciting part of the holiday was the gorge-walking on the south side of Crete. We had a very good holiday, with a very good group of fellow walkers from the UK, Australia and New Zealand. 5 *****” Robin, UK
“It feels like a long time since we were enjoying beautiful Crete. I’m already dreaming about when I can one day return to explore more of Greece. Many thanks again.” Margaret, Australia
Andros & Tinos walking holiday
27 September-7 October
“The beautiful and varied landscapes of Andros and Tinos were memorable. So many interesting features such as the dovecotes, marble carvings, windmills and terracing. I liked that the walks were so varied… A lovely group and great walks.” Gill, UK
Peloponnese Office trip
25-29 Sept
“I just wanted to say a big thank you for the amazing time we had in Greece. Best wishes.” Emma, UK
Naxos, Small Cyclades & Santorini walking holiday
20-30 September
“Thanks everyone for a wonderful time! I loved getting to know you all. Take care and safe travels xx.” Liz, Australia
“Thank you Yannis, you have been amazing!” Donna, Australia
“Hey Yannis, you never expected less of us! I hope you know how much confidence this gave me.” Kylie, Australia
“Thank you Yannis for your amazing patience and diplomacy I hope Camino women continue to seek out your expertise and I personally wish to thank you from your temporary wife!” Jenny, Australia
“Yannis you were an amazing guide. Thank you so much for the great company, all the seamless logistics, delicious food suggestions and interesting stories. You created a truly memorable experience for us. And ps…don’t forget to hydrate 😀.” Michelle, Australia
“Thank you Yannis and all of you for an incredible two weeks. Your support, laughter and stories have been an inspiration! Safe travels home x.” Kerry, Australia
“Thank you Yannis for being an incredible guide! You looked after me so well and made me feel like a Princess. Thank you for being my Bag Boy, I promise next time to pack light 😂🥰.” Liz, Australia
“Yannis, how lucky were we to have you as our guide!! You are truly a wonderful human being and an inspiration to others with your connection to your country, history, animals and environment. A most excellent guide and host too!! You are one of ‘the good ones’ and I will hold the memory of you with great fondness. All the best for you and your family in the future. I hope you get your little plot of paradise on one of these beautiful Greek islands soon! 💙.” Frances, Australia
Andros & Tinos private walking holiday
15-25 September
“We are back from Greece although not really☺️ as we are still missing Greece. Your guides are your biggest assets. They exceeded expectations. The two Yannis were extremely good at their jobs and gave us the best experience of our vacation. Specifically, they took the time to find out our interests and capabilities. They were extremely knowledgeable, very flexible and easy to get along with… 10 out of 10. The two Yannis are 15 out of 10☺️” Kartini, Canada
Naxos & the Small Cyclades walking holiday
20-30 September
“The hike to mount Zas was amazing.” Catarina, Portugal
“Our time in Naxos was our favorite. Annie in the office did a wonderful job of coordinating details for everyone. She was extremely responsive and easy to deal with. The accommodation in Naxos was basic but clean, well located and friendly with the best homemade breakfasts we have ever had. Overall it was a memorable trip.” Marily, Israel
West Cyclades walking holiday
13-23 September
“Loved all the photos! Definitely missing the Cyclades! Thank you for a lovely although too brief trip. Thank you for looking after us all so well and helping us make the most of our visit to the Cyclades. It’s been a great trip and I can’t imagine a lovelier group. Thank you Annie, Sotiris and everyone for a fantastic week! x.” Guin, UK
“Thank you for an amazing experience walking the beautiful islands of Milos, Sifnos & Serifos. Love your passion and enthusiasm for your work. Wonderful to meet you and have your knowledge and support for the end of our trip. Best wishes for your future adventures. Till next time!! Love.” Judy, Australia
“You are an inspiration with your fitness and leadership. Thank you for being a wonderful tour guide. Love.” Gailene, Australia
“The trip has been so amazing and much of that has been thanks to your warmth, friendliness and your fabulous guiding. Thanks so much for making this a trip that I’ll always remember with pleasure. The bright white lunar coastal landscape of Milos was the most incredible hiking day. All the three islands offered something very special in terms of hiking, views and beautiful beaches. The food we enjoyed on Sifnos was wonderful. It was an amazing holiday with wonderful hikes, great guides, excellent accommodation (especially in Apollonia on Sifnos) and delicious restaurant choices. All three islands offered different hiking experiences. I would recommend this holiday to anyone with a reasonable level of fitness who enjoys exploring and having an active holiday in Greece. 5 ***** Love.” Sonya, Australia
“A fabulous trip Annie & Sotto. We hope to do one of your other ones in the future. Many thanks, you have been fantastic guides x!” Theresa, UK
“Thank you for a lovely holiday and helping us enjoy a fantastic week. The walks were well planned and Annie could adapt them to the groups needs and the path conditions. This meant that each walk day was so different. The beach walk from Phylakopi to Mandrakia in Milos was spectacular, if felt as though your were walking in the moon. As each of the Islands are so differant, the walks on each Island were so differant too. The walk in Sifnos from Vathi to Platis Gialos with its hidden swimming coves had beautiful scenery and the walk from Panagia to Galani had a beautiful beach at Sykamia half way for swimming. Absolutely amazing!!!! These three Islands are beautiful in different way. Annie was so knowledgeable on the Islands, animal & plant life and knew the best places to eat and drink. 5 *****Hopefully see you again.” Susan, UK
Mainalon self-guided walking holiday
13-20 September
“Dear Annie and Yannis, we thank you so much for the wonderful hiking trip you put together for us! It was a perfect combination of challenge, pace, beauty and wow! We were worried about the plan and I couldn’t find time to study the trails as I hoped before. I think you have truly listened to us and this plan allowed us to fully enjoy this magical land and the last two days were spectacular and even more full with treasures.
Special thanks for putting us in the care of Panagiotis and Elpida who were so reliable and welcoming and went way beyond expectations eg., invited us to their son’s birthday and gifting us a wonderful apple cake for our hikes)! We hope you continue in your work because you all are so so good at it!!! And of course we will gladly give you glowing reviews on relevant platforms as well as share with friends. We will keep in touch.” Tovi & Noa, USA
Zagori & Vikos gorge walking holiday
30 August-4 September
“We had a wonderful time and have been telling friends in the U.S. about the amazing region around Vikos Gorge. Lena is a generous host and a fascinating person to ger to know. She spent a lovely hour walking us through her spinning and weaving work and related the craft to traditions and social practices in the region and more broadly in Greece… Daphne’s extensive knowledge of Zagori’s history, culture, and geography was evident during our hikes… We continue to point friends in the U.S. to your website and hope NOFOOTPRINT has a successful year! Thanks and kind regards ✩✩✩✩✩” Elizabeth & Mark, US
Ionian Sailing & walking holiday
7-14 June
“We had a really fantastic holiday walking and sailing in the Ionian islands, I cannot recommend enough. We were in a very small group, along with Daphne our extremely knowledgeable and friendly guide, and Michalis our captain… It was so lovely on deck either watching the world go by or helping out with the sailing, it was amazing.
We sailed /motored in the mornings, anchored up after lunch and swam in the most glorious clear blue water, and then walked later on when it was cooler, and that mix of sailing, swimming and walking, with great taverna meals after was just perfect! The walking sort of followed Odysseus’ footsteps, which was fascinating, and although there were a few tough climbs it was worth it for the views! I had been a bit nervous whether I’d be fit enough but Daphne took things at a pace I could manage and I really enjoyed it.
My favourite bit was being allowed to take the wheel under full sail – it wasn’t too windy but very exciting! Altogether a marvellous peaceful and also exhilarating holiday. We both loved it – thank you so much!” Kate & Arthur, UK
West Crete walking holiday
27 May-7 June
“Many thanks. You have been a great guide and company. ” Ian, UK
“Thank you Melita for all your kindness and wisdom. It’s been a delight to have you guiding us. The walks were spectacular if somewhat challenging for some of us.” Liam, Ireland
“Thanks for everything Melita, an amazing holiday. xx” Geraldine, Ireland
Naxos & the Small Cyclades self-guided
24 May-4 June
“Having a great time thank you! Naxos was lovely and we did most of the walks. Christina was very helpful. Weather is good for walking and just warm enough for swimming. My highlights are the walk down from Kinidaros stopping at Egares olive press – we actually then continued the walk back to Naxos. The cave walk also in Iraklia was great and we continued that around the headland (path 5&6) back to the village. Both accommodation very nice with friendly hosts.” Dave and Eleanor, UK
Kefalonia, Lefkada & Ithaca walking holiday
17-27 May
“The stunning scenery, the food and the knowledge of the guide were the most memorable part of the holiday. Excellent! 5 *****”Sheela, UK
“Challenging walks in rigid train with amazing views of the union islands. Being led by Dafni, a local guide, who was patient, knowledgeable and flexible to the groups abilities. Trips to several excellent local tavernas that we would never had found on our own. The walks can be challenging, over steep and rocky terrain at times. Poles and walking boots a must. A very enjoyable 10 days. Challenging walks but well worth the effort. The food was fantastic, as was our guide Dafni. 5 *****” Jackie, UK
Mainalon trail walking holiday
16-22 May
“This message to let you know that the whole group is extremely happy with the Trek in Menalon as well as with the NoFootprint service. Yannis is an excellent guide and we all enjoyed his company, guidance, everyday care and thorough explanations. We are used to hike with guides in Greece but Yannis went beyond our expectations. Accommodation was also fine and all transfers for people and luggage went on without a hitch. Doing the trek in the so-called “reverse order” is an excellent idea with a great last hike to Dimitsana! Feel free to quote us on your site if you feel adequate. I usually set up a trek in Greece every 2-3 years and will definitely come back to you for the next one. Thanks to you also personally for your patient and always focused answers. Kind regards.” Anne et Etienne, France
West Cyclades photography & walking holiday
16-24 May
“Thank you for being our guide and sharing your beautiful islands, culture and home with us. From all the steps we hiked, photos captured, laughs shared, and everything in between, thanks for the adventure! Safe travels home and I hope to see you again the next time I’m in Greece! 😎” Devyn, US
“I miss Greece and all the fun & great food.” Barbs, US
“Thank you for showing your beautiful islands. Loved every moment.” 🇬🇷💙 Emily, US
Naxos & the SC Self-guided walking holiday
10-20 May
“5 ***** Hiking around Naxos was magical. The beautiful small villages, friendly people, great food and the seascapes while hiking were all fabulous. This island is a gem!”
The coordination by No Footprints and accommodation was outstanding. Especially appreciated the great, prompt guidance when we wanted to do something shorter and the ability to schedule/vary transport times and pickup locations depending on length, difficulty of hike and whether we wished to dine at our destination/end of hike town. Really valued and appreciated given we chose self-guided hike!” Anita & Bruce, USA
West Crete walking holiday
10-20 May
“I don’t want to go home. Bill and I had a wonderful time on our Western Crete hiking trip with Melita. Melita was a great leader. She spent time to focus on each traveler’s strength and weaknesses. We were glad that the farm house in Vamos was added to the itinerary. We enjoyed the towns where locals lived more than the more touristy towns. We have given your information to several friends in case they want to plan a trip to Greece.” Eileen, USA
“Thanks for a great time in Crete. The walks were spectacular. Thank you all for such great company and wonderful memories of Crete. xx” Avril, UK
“Just a quick note to say I really enjoyed the recent trip, it was well set up and organised by yourself and Melita managed the group well. Many thanks. You have been a great guide and company. 😊” Ian, UK
“Thank you Melita for all your kindness and wisdom. It’s been a delight to have you guiding us. The walks were spectacular if somewhat challenging for some of us. ❤️” Liam, Ireland
“Thanks for everything Melita, an amazing holiday. 🌺🐐xx” Geraldine, Ireland
Cyclades multi-activity holiday, tailor-made
3-19 May
“Everyday was different, exciting, educational, and FUN! The tour guides were knowledgeable and engaged. Be very clear about what you want to do and see so the trip can be customized to meet your expectations! Annie was very responsive to my requests in curating a most memorable trip to Greece with my daughter and girlfriends.
Met and in some cases exceeded all of my/our expectations. Would book with No Footprint again. Have recommended to friends and family already! 5 *****” Kelly-Ann, USA
Naxos & Amorgos walking holiday
9-16 May
“My third time walking with nofootprint but my first time in the Cyclades and once again you gave our group a week to remember. The islands are many and varied and our itinerary gave us a great sample. Amorgos is remote, quiet and stunning. The monastery walk was a highlight, as was the hike to the highest point on the island. Naxos is different but led by our excellent guide Yiannis, we covered every kind of terrain the island has to offer. The routes, accommodation, places to eat and drink were all well judged. Looking forward to the next one – thank you!” Steve, UK
“Another fabulous week walking in the Cyclades, expertly led by our guide Yiannis. Lovely weather, outstanding Greek hospitality, fascinating walks and lots of fun. We’ll be back – somewhere on a No Footprint guided tour – next year! “ Jeremy, UK
West Cyclades self-guided walking holiday
6-16 May
“Thank you so much for organising another wonderful holiday for us. The combination of islands gave us such a diverse experience. The geology was fascinating on every island and the green a fertile land on Sifnos very different to the others. I think we feared Santorini was going to be too commercialised for us but the caldera walk was amazing and one can soon leave the worst of the crowds behind…The taxi’s everywhere were brilliant but Antonis and Spiros on Milos were exceptional… Thank you again to you Anna and everyone else involved. Very best wishes.” Lucy and George, UK
Naxos, Small Cyclades & Santorini walking holiday
3-16 May
“Just wanted to thank you from the bottom of m heart for all the hard work, your patience, your understanding, your kindness and your friendship over the past 14 days. It has absolutely made the trip all the more memorable & thoroughly enjoyable. It’s been an absolute honour to meet you. With my sincere thanks.” Dianne, Australia
“Dear Annie, what an experience!!! Thank you for introducing us to the most beautiful places on earth. Your patience, knowledge and kindness will be a part of this wondrful memoeries. If you ever want to explore Australia come and stay with us. Kind gratitude and thanks. PS Patatatatato!!” Toni, Australia
“Thank you for making this such a memorable, challenging and enjoyable trip. It, and you, will not be forgotten!! It has been amazing – Thank you!” Ruth, Australia
“It’s been an amazing and exciting trip. Thank you!” Claire, Australia
“Many thanks for an amazing experience. Your knowledge, patience, professionalism and sense of hmour was 5 STAR. All the best for the future. Xxx” Nicola, Australia
“Wow. What an experience. Thank you so much for all your expertise, knowledge, care and attention to our every need. Enjoy your well deserved break. Much love.” Carmen, Australia
“What an epic Grecian adventure this has been! Thanks for sharing some impressive features and picturesque parts of your amazing paradise. Your passion for Greece shows in the way you have made this two-week journey and unforgettable experience.” Anne-Marie, Australia
Naxos & the Small Cyclades self-guided
1-10 May
“Hiking around Naxos was magical. The beautiful small villages, friendly people, great food and the seascapes while hiking were all fabulous. This island is a gem! The coordination by No Footprints and accommodation was outstanding. Especially appreciated the great, prompt guidance when we wanted to do something
shorter and the ability to schedule/vary transport times and pickup locations depending on length, difficulty of hike and whether we wished to dine at our destination/end of hike town. Really valued and appreciated given we chose self-guided hike! 5 *****” Anita, UK
Naxos & the Small Cyclades walking holiday
1-10 May
“Thank you guys. It was awesome to meet everyone and to share this trip with you all.“ Jose, USA
“I absolutely loved the holiday, for me the highlights were: Staying at Anixis again, simple, unfussy and comfortable. Really lovely situation and views, lovely people. I enjoyed all of the walks, one of my favourites was the “Kouros” walk on Naxos, the history and beauty of that area is wonderful… The Argalios Guest house on Donoussa was fabulous and the people really charming as you had said they were. Elias and Ploumitsa were super friendly, invited me to a music performance, gave me home made cake. They were so interesting too about the island. When I was staying the “Doctors in boats” arrived; one of them, a young women called Madeleine gave an impromptu concert down by the harbour… I made friends with some other people staying there from Sweden and Italy which was fun. I also met the owners wider family..
I also particularly liked eating in the small villages en route, we met some lovely families who had been cooking for guests for generations. The food was also fabulous everywhere, not one meal a bit ordinary. Daphne is a good guide and gets the measure people pretty well. She kindly lent me a pole too. I do love the spring in the islands, there was so much of beauty to see and not too warm. Best wishes to you and your family, see you again soon.” Anne, UK
“It was a great way to see parts of Greece that are off of the beaten path. There are so many wonderful memories; hiking up Mt. Fanari and through the beautiful villages on Naxos, the amazing sunset view of the cliffs and the quaintness of Iraklia, the beaches of Donousa and, of course, the daily extensive sampling of delicious Greek cuisine. It was the perfect way to see and experience Greece in its authenticity through gentle tourism. We were able to support local people without stretching their infrastructure. Wonderful and I would definitely travel with this company again.” Andrea, Canada
“I have wonderful memories of the walking holiday in the Cyclades that will stay with me forever. I very much appreciated all of the Cyclades islands we explored and that we had them mostly to ourselves!! So many highlights, I am still looking at my photos with great joy!!.. The vistas, view points, stunning and fragrant landscapes, were all worth it ❤️.
Amorgos was so special. I never would have known to check it out if it hadn’t been for you. So, thank you for that… We were lucky to have a really nice group of people on the trip, so that worked well. Daphne is a great guide! She walks those mountains as if they are a part of her 🥰. It’s not easy to make everyone happy as we all have different fitness levels but Daphne was responsive to requests for water breaks, etc.
Overall, it was a wonderful experience and good value for money. I will recommend your tours and I will reach out if I find myself returning to Greece again. Kind regards to both of you.” Andrea & Karen, Canada
“Our holiday was wonderful! The walks, islands, accommodations, and transfers were carefully organized. All of the logistics flowed well. A highlight was the beach time on Donousa – so beautiful. Daphne set a tone of casual ease and relaxed simplicity, and I think we all appreciated her knowledge and felt at home wherever we were.
If I searched for something to change, I’d wish to extend time, maybe to explore Amorgos south of Katopola, or just linger on trails and beaches where we already were… Overall the trip was an outstanding experience that I would describe as simple, thoughtful, relaxed and easy in the best possible way. It felt luxurious not to be rushed, rather to linger in the beauty of our surroundings. Thank you so much for coordinating ferry schedules and organizing all the many details for such a memorable experience. Thank you both for creating these authentic experiences and for taking great care of our group!” Amanda, USA
Athens short break
27-31 April
“Our three guided excursions were excellent. Each of our guides were knowledgeable, friendly and helpful and very flexible in order for us to get the most out of our trip. Excellent. A very good mix of activities which gave us a real insight into Greece and its history and culture. 5 *****” Gillian, UK
Naxos & the Small Cyclades walking holiday
26 April-6 May
“This is lovely! It was one of my most loved holidays and these photos are a great complement to the experience. You, and Dimitros, did a brilliant job. All the very best to both of you.” Andrew, UK
“Thanks for a great holiday! Thank you for a wonderful time, your patience & support.” Rachel, UK
“Thanks for a lovely holiday!” Marie, Ireland
“Great hikes! Thanks for a fabulous holiday” Charles & Eva, USA & Sweden
“Thank you for leading us around the islands and finding good places to eat and drink!” Jane, UK
“Thanks very much for a lovely holiday!” Margaret, UK
“Such vivacity, such a lively holiday!” Camilla & Dave, UK
“Go railoh maith agat. Thank you, Áine. Love.” Sheilla, Ireland
Naxos & the Small Cyclades self-guided
12-22 April
“The most memorable part of the holiday was the private swims at remote beaches. We really enjoyed the trip and would love to go again sometime in the future. 5*****” Ron, USA
West Crete walking holiday
5-15 April
“Loved the unplanned day on Crete when we explored with Annie and found the cave with an altar, walked over olive nets and olives, climbed over a sheep fence. Lot’s of good walking and views. And company! We definitely supported the economy for the local people and tread lightly on the environment. Excellent» Ellen, USA
NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
4-11 November
“We had an amazing trip. The accommodation and breakfast in Naxos was superb…The accommodation on Amorgos was also very nice, with a fantastic balcony overlooking the port and the sea. The transfers were excellent… Each walk had its own character and we thoroughly enjoyed each one… Christina was very approachable, enthusiastic and we felt very comfortable dealing with her and asking questions! We also appreciated her dining recommendations…!! Yum!
Climbing Mt Zas was a sweaty challenge that we both loved. Going late in the season meant it wasn’t too hot, and there were hardly any other people around. The views from the top were spectacular. In equal first place was the walk from Chora along the spine of Amorgos. Criss-crossing to each side gave us a different outlook, stunning Aegean Sea colours that contrasted with the barren landscape plus the stark white of churches. Breathtaking.
We also had the privilege of helping carry the monks’ shopping up into the monastery, and seeing a bit more of that piece of human engineering! What a structure! We are not religious but it was a striking and emotionally powerful experience to visit it. Eleven out of ten! We are still raving about it and recalling those little moments that make up the experience. Neither of us had heard of Amorgos before, and we can’t wait to go back!! But on the big ferry 😆…” Sophie and Kim, UK
WEST CRETE SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
25 October-5 November
“We are leaving with beautiful memories and moments from Crete. The hikes were outstanding with very nice accommodations everywhere. The hospitality of the Cretan people was appreciated at every moment. Sarah, wants to thank you for your continuous guidance and input on the tour. We will definitely revisit Crete. Thank you for everything.” Sarah and Thanassis, Canada
MAINALON SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
29 Oct-4 November
“Thanks for everything we have had a lovely 5 days walking – especially enjoyed all villages and people have been great. Thanks again.” Gillian, UK
“Thanks you provide an excellent service and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend nofootprint! I should start by saying we had a good time on our 5 day hike along the Menalon Trail, the weather was perfect (especially given it was late October/early November) and all the taxi and accommodation arrangements seamless. We would give your company and the holiday 5 stars! We hope to be able to visit Greece again and look forward to booking a (self-guided) Greek island walking holiday with nofootprint sometime in the future.” Peter, UK
MILOS & TINOS WALKING HOLIDAY
27 September-7 October
“Many thanks for a very enjoyable trip, you really went the extra mile to make it a great break.” Eddie, Ireland
“Huge thanks to you, it was a spectacular holiday. Annie and Dimitris planned and executed a fantastic programme. Thank you Dimitris for being such an attentive and informative guide.” Frank, Ireland
“Thank you all for such fantastic company. We both really enjoyed it. Great to have such good friends ” Eimear, Ireland
“It certainly has been a most enjoyable trip… thanks to everyone especially Eimear, Dimitris and Annie…” Maureen, Ireland
“Thank you so much for all your hard work ranging our holiday. It was brilliant from beginning to end. Dimitris was a great guide and adapted to our needs as we went. All the best.” Helen, Ireland
“Mary and I had a lovely holiday. All went without a hitch. Our guide, Dimitris, was excellent, very accommodating and good company. Many thanks!” Tom, Ireland
NAXOS SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
22 September – 2 October
“The walking on Naxos was superb. It was all we had expected. The accommodation was simple but clean and comfortable. We got what we were expecting and the people at Nofootprint were really helpful. 5 *****” Hilly & Paul, UK
IONIAN SAILING & WALKING HOLIDAY
21-28 September
“Our sailing holiday was fabulous… Chris and Lazzarus where good fun and great company, also both are very good at what they do. The yacht was comfortable and clean, we went to some amazing islands and beaches for swimming….Mal even jumped about four metres into the water, encouraged by my yelling no doubt. The other travellers were fun and easy to get along with, so no issues there. I could not fault the sailing or the walks….it was a wonderful holiday, like I knew it would be, highly recommended it to anyone. Have a great Christmas, and stay safe, hugs and kisses.” Louise and Mal, Australia
“It was a great trip. I was concerned that I might not be fit enough for the walks, but I was fine.The boat was very well equipped and maintained. We were very fortunate in that Christopher the skipper was very happy for Mary and I to lend a hand on the boat. Lazarus was a great guide. He was lovely and although very fit himself, great at accommodating different speeds of walking in the group. We got on really well as a group and Lazarus and Chris seemed to enjoy it as well. All in all, a great trip! Many thanks.” Paula, UK
“I truly enjoyed the holiday and the companionship. Chris and Lazare (sorry for any typos) are really nice and careful persons. The islands are beautiful. I would be happy to restart the holiday at any time!.. My favourite islands when on the sailing trip were ithaka (beautiful inland, too) and Kalamos (which looks more undeveloped-it is a positive note). Overall, I rate the holidays high! Best wishes.” Costanza, UK
NAXOS & THE SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
20-30 September
«Thanks Annie – and again for lovely guidance over the past 14 days of what has been an amazing experience…made very special by your knowledge, experience and good humour… xx “, Nicols, Australia
«What a fantastic 2 weeks. I have kept stats on our achievements. Are you ready for this. ???? Total steps 230,000!!!!!! 172 km!!!!! And 889 flights of stairs!!!!! WOW I would have never achieved this solo. Thankyou to everyone for their encouragement laughter and support. Thank you Annie, your constant positivity and the gentle reminder it’s only another 10 minutes (Annie time)” Tony, Australia
“Last year, I had the pleasure of travelling solo on my first small group tour. I joined nine other people and, thanks to our incredible guides, we all bonded well over the two weeks and there was a lovely family vibe throughout. The guides also managed all the logistics and got us to the best places at the perfect time, meaning we covered a huge amount of ground and gained a much better understanding of the local culture. As someone who can get bogged down in the details of holiday planning, it was a joy to have no other responsibilities other than to enjoy myself! Thank you so much for making this trip so much fun. Enjoy the rest of your travels.” Carmen, Australia
NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES WALKING SELF-GUIDED HOLIDAY
16-26 September
“Great itinerary if you’re into hiking and swimming. We went in mid-September when the summer crowds were winding down. We loved the Greek hospitality and the food. A local contact (Christina) met us in Naxos and explained all of the possible hikes (and her favorite restaurants). The accommodations were well chosen. We would highly recommend this trip.” Steven & Margaret, USA
PINDOS HIKING & ALPINE LAKE HOPPING
15-24 September
“Thanks Yannis for great leadership and for making our walks so interesting during the week.” Brendan, UK
“Homeward bound after a very active and informative week, with a huge contribution from you Yannis. Thank you.” Gaye, UK
“Many thanks for the great guidance and encouragement Yannis… Thanks again to all for the excellent company. All best” Moya and John, UK
«Many thanks for wonderful week’s walking.» John, UK
“Thank you Yannis for a wonderful week exploring the Pindos region. Bridges, gorges, pools, forests, villages all made the trip an experience to be treasured.” Trina, UK
WEST CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
14-24 September
“Overall I thought the holiday was great with a good variety of walks, great beaches and lovely food. I really enjoyed it and thank you for all your help and advice and for answering all my many questions. I would be interested in another trip, possibly next year… Thank you for a great tour of Milos and Sifnos.” Ian, UK
“The 2 guides were great, I really enjoyed my holiday! I was not looking for challenge so it was good and I did 10-15 km walking everyday. I appreciate the taxi to go to the beginning of the trail and the good restaurants. The hotel swere great, the breakfast in Sifnos were amazing. I had fun with the group (better than do it alone). Thanks!” Jean-François, France
PINDOS HIKING & ALPINE LAKE HOPPING
6-15 September
“😊it was exceptionally good. Thank you organising everything for us. We have all had a great time and enjoyed all parts. The weather is what it is, and overall has been good, so no complaints on that score from me either. You are a star 😊” Ian, UK
“5/5 Great greek-expericence with a great guide! I haven’t been able to stop thinking about the trip yet, enjoyed it so much and I’m boring anyone who’ll listen to the stories! Thank you soooo much for this great time!❤️ This was a special holiday with special people and a special guide! Yannis, thanks again for showing us with your experience and your cheerful and bright manner a natural and local Greece-Adventure! Lovely Sunday-Wishes to all of you, Christine❤️, Swizerland
“…Climbing Mount Smolikas was perhaps the most exciting part of the holiday and experiencing alpine landscape and mountain lakes for the first time. Having walked the Menalon trail in the Peloponnese in June with Nofootprint, this was a real contrast with a very different topography and way of life. Zagori is a real gem and the views from Vikas Gorge are indescribable as are the little charming villages throughout that look like they haven’t changed in 100 years.
The journey was of course made memorable by the nice group of people I found myself with and our mountain guide Yannis, whose knowledge of the mountains, the flowers and fauna, and his commitment to conserving the Greek environment through various initiatives, including clearing old mountain paths, was extremely heartening, especially in an age when the environment in many places is being needlessly destroyed. I can’t really think of anyway to improve the holiday. It was amazing all round. 10/10 ☆☆☆☆☆” Mahmoud, France
CYCLADES FAMILY HOLIDAY
2-12 September
“I thought the most exciting part of the holiday would be the sailing, kayaking or snorkeling, but actually it was the walk around the old towns of Naxos and lunch with our wonderful guide George. It was so interesting, the food was amazing (after we followed George’s tips of what to eat) and we loved spotting the lizards along the walk! But honestly it was all so good, so well organised, so the best bit was just being so well looked after. Nofootprint made it so easy for us!
If you like being active every day, this is the trip for you, otherwise, build a bit of down time in, perhaps an activity every other day. But for us, well for me, this was perfect…
It was ABSOLUTELY AWESOME! Honestly we were so well looked after and practically everything we did and everywhere we stayed completely surpassed our expectations, and Christina was incredible at reminding me what was happening the next day and checking in on the day we just had. I couldn’t recommend Nofootprint enough to anyone going to Greece. I’ve already told at least three friends about it and plan on telling a lot more! 5 *****” Lesley, UK
ZAGORI & TZOUMERKA WALKING HOLIDAY
1-8 September
“Every moment on a trail is a highlight, and every hike was beautiful. Especially the last. Rokka guesthouse is a highlight – each person seemed to land happily and naturally in the welcoming communal environment. On this trip we had a wide variety of personalities and abilities. Accommodating them all was a bit of an art. It worked out well during the hike – much appreciated! Lena and Yiannis really are exceptional.” Amanda, USA
WEST CRETE FAMILY HOLIDAY
16-30 August
“Too many highlights, the cooking course in Vamos, the water park, cycling, kayaking and a late night water taxi back to Loutro! Brilliant. 5 *****” Catherine, UK
NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
19-29 June
“Missing Greece a lot! We really enjoyed the walking holiday. From the first introduction by Dimitri to Christina’s constant support, you have made our holiday so much better. We enjoyed walking/hiking but were unsure doing it without a guide in a foreign country. Your paper and online maps were great, we just loaded them into our mobile phone and watch and we were able to follow the route easily. The paper instructions were also extremely valuable. But being self-guided, it also allowed us to go at our own pace, taking time to look around and really enjoy the scenery. We spotted lots of wildlife, birds of prey, cactus – all very different from home and so amazing! Then the afternoon would be spent swimming on the beach which was only a 5-10 minute walk away from the hotel! All perfect.
The most memorable would be just the whole island of Amorgos. The hotel was great, breakfast the best! The proximity to the beach… lot of restaurants as well. We absolutely loved Aegali Beach. So quiet and unspoiled. And FOOD was the best. We have always loved Greek food but I’ve discovered lots of new dishes like Dakos salad and Fava, super delicious!..
Overall the holiday was excellent. We would love to come back and visit the other quieter islands like Iraklia or Donoussa or Folegandros. Thank you again for all your help! Hope to be back next year in June for more walks :) Best wishes.” Bernadette, UK
CYCLADES & WEST CRETE WALKING HOLIDAY
15-29 June
“We really enjoyed our trip in Greece! You and your team did an amazing job of organizing everything for us. Every connection was effortless. I know how much work that takes. The hotels were great, food was amazing, hiking and swimming were sublime. The trip was magical and we want to come back to Greece. Both guides were excellent. A very big thumbs up to you and your team. Best!” Mary & Greg, USA
“Nice as the beach is in Floriday, we miss the Libyan Sea and Greek waters. We loved our trip and were so very glad to have met you, Dimitris and Melita. You were all wonderful to us, and we thank you.” Greg and Elizabeth, USA
CYCLADES FAMILY HOLIDAY
12-22 June
“We love Greece! Great trip, thank you for all of your help, Annie and Christina. The most memorable or exciting part of your holiday? The cooking class in Naxos and the hike to the top of Mt. Zas. We loved the hotel in Naxos. 5 *****” Nicole, UK
MAINALON SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
9-15 June
“First of all we’d like to thank you for such a memorable walking holiday – we loved the countryside, villages and friendly hosts. Getting to experience a different side of Greece. The trail was well marked and kept and delightfully quiet. Panagiotis and his wife were fantastic and made us feel very welcome. All in all we’ve had an amazing holiday… Many thanks Efaristo!” Jane and Kate, UK
PINDOS HIKING & ALPINE LAKE HOPPING
7-16 June
“Amazing hikes in and around the Pindos Mountains of Greece. Yiannis was a terrific guide, with a depth of experience in these mountains. Good pacing, long days interspersed with short days. Interesting variety of lodgings. Too many to recount. Every day was a new adventure. Truly and unforgettable time.” James, UK
ZAGORI, VIKOS GORGE & LEFKADA WALKING HOLIDAY
7-14 June
“We had a great time Daphne was wonderful. Very relaxed and responded to our needs. We opted not to walk the gorge as it was very hot. Instead she took us just down and up and some had an icy swim. Lena was lovely and her small house very charming. We had lovely lunches each day and lovely dinners. The hotel in Papiggio was excellent and the apartment on Lefkada excellent. Thank you for all your help and changing things around for us.” Jenny, Australia
MT OLYMPUS & METEORA WALKING HOLIDAY
9-16 June
“Climb Mt Olympus and Hiking in a few different regions of Greece was incredible. For climbing Mt Olympus I advise to book a guide too. Nofootprint recommended Yannis and Angelo as our guides and they were amazing. We were a 10 size group and all of us have great memories of this climb and these 2 guides. Really recommended.
We stayed in local hotels, ate in local restaurants, used local transfers and talked with local persons. We walked in some remote tergions of greece and we tried ourselfs not to impact too much that region.
All group think that was amasing. Nofootptrint have done a great job for us. Always try a good value for money. They managed all reservers and transfers, recommend tracks for hiking, manage local guides for Mt Olympus and refuges reserves. Also, during the holidays, Nofootprint was always very close on WhatsApp contacts. I need to say that we chose a self-guided kind of trip, so we just needed someone with time on WhatsApp contact to interact if we had necessity. Annie was that person. We really recommend Nofootprint, thanks. Also thanks Responsibletravel for No Footprint suggestion. 5 *****” Rosario & all, Portugal
WEST CRETE SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
20-30 May
“Kaz and I had a great time doing the walks. The organisation and accomodation was superb and gave us the opportunity to enter in to the beautiful and historic countryside of South Western Crete. We loved going to the Samaria gorge and were fascinated by the ruins of the ancient city of Lisos. The instructions were pretty clear but having access to the digital maps really helped. On occasion we varied some of these walks to suit our needs and confidence…” Brandt & Kaz, UK
WEST CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
25 May–4 June
“The whole experience for me was just perfect. 10 out of 10 – perfect! I enjoyed the walks, food, weather, views, swim, local people, and the company – all of it. The last day, final walk – when we reached to the destination, coming down from the mountain walk – the satisfaction of completing all the walks of the week was simply a great feeling. Thank you once again for the great holiday, Annie. I hope to visit Greece again one day soon but meanwhile, if you ever come to visit UK again, do not forget to contact me. Take care & best wishes.” Waka, Japan
NAXOS & THE SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
18-28 May
“Thanks again for another wonderful experience in Greece. This has been a very precious break for me. I hope I can return and continue to get to know your beautiful country with people who love it as much as you and Dimitri! Warmest regards.” Russell, Australia
“I really enjoyed it! It opened my eyes to Greek life on the Cyclades, history & life style. I can recommend doing a tour with Annie at NoFootPrint. Touring with a Greek guide like Annie gives you an authentic and interesting and experience that is so hard to find when you are a tourist travelling solo, unless you happen to have contacts in the Country. It was like being on holiday with friends.
As a solo traveller, it was lovely to be part of a small group and be so well looked after by Annie. I loved the walking, history and sharing food and drink at the Tavernas in the evening. It was a fun and relaxed vibe. It never felt rushed or stressful. 5 *****” Sara, New Zealand
“Thank you for a wonderful week of companionship. I feel completely refreshed after our treks, dining out and socialising. Best wishes.” David, UK
ZAGORI & LEFKADA WALKING HOLIDAY
11-18 May
“Thank you again for a wonderful holiday. We all feel that we’ve had a great experience with talk of next year. I thought that the mountain walks in particular were fantastic and for me, it was a great experience to see a different side of Greece. Best wishes!” Gordon, UK
NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
11-21 May
“Our favourite island from the three Cyclades we visited was Naxos due to variety of activities, museums (Eggares Olive Press Museum is outstanding) and lush sandy beaches. Our favourite hike was in Amorgos to Monastery of Hozoviotissa from Chora, with walk to Agia Anna Beach. We were charmed by the views from Fira to Oia hike in Santorini, too. It was a great holiday!” Aleksandra, UK
ANDROS & TINOS WALKING HOLIDAY
11-21 May
“Excellent! I would definitely love to do another one with you guys. In general, it was quite challenging for me, in the climbing parts, and I took breaks when I felt I needed, hoping that I’m not slowing down the rest of the group. There was a variance in the physical shape of the participants. Luckily, Daphne and Alex were very attentive, and did tremendous efforts to match the expectations and capabilities of everyone. Every day had a “pearl”… I guess the places which took effort to arrive to, had the biggest impact… A very special place was the The Ursuline Monastery and School at Loutra.” Dafna, Israel
NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
11-21 May
“In general the trip notes, maps and the inclusion of the Aegean book were great. So much information on everything from History to eating out. We perused it all thoroughly. Christina was extremely helpful, lovely, and checked up on us very well… Amorgos was absolutely delightful. The walks there were amazingly well marked. The walking there was spectacular and enjoyable… the trip was all in all a wonderful experience. Kind regards.”
Ruth & Peta, Denmark
NAXOS & SMALL SELF-GUIDED CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
5-15 May
“We had a wonderful holiday and thoroughly enjoyed the islands. Your organisation of ferries, taxis and hotels was superb. The choice of hotels was also fantastic, we loved all of them and were made very welcome. We loved the islands, especially Amorgos. We could have spent more time there. The walking was also excellent…
Our sound of the holidays was bee eaters. On Amorgos we were able to watch them at fairly close quarters, flying overhead near us and at what we thought was their nesting site. We loved the flora and fauna as well as the bird life. Peter thought he saw a Nightjar flying around our hotel at dusk in Iraklia. We had great bird viewing at Naxos Eggares, saw a variety of birds.
We also appreciated your recommendations of restaurants. We had some lovely meals, and great service. Your communication is excellent… Whenever I texted you about a query you and Christina came straight back to me with the answer. This such a rarity nowadays, it is such a positive attribute
What was the most memorable part of the holiday… difficult to answer as we enjoyed all of it. It probably was Amorgos , the circular walk, due to the scenery, bird life, wonderful villages, beautiful flora, and the donkeys who wanted to share our lunch. We rate your holiday as 5 star, excellent. Many thanks for a wonderful holiday.” Sue and Peter, UK
SANTORINI SHORT WALKING BREAK
2-7 May
“It’s all fabulous, thank you. The first day we walked Fira to Oia, yesterday we walked Pyrgos circular and then on to Perissa, today we walked red beach to Apothikes beach, which was stunning!” Kim, UK
MAINALON SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
1-7 May
“It is difficult to pinpoint one memorable part of the holiday as I very much enjoyed all of it but if I was forced to choose one, I would have to say that it would be the springs on the walk from Stemnitsa to Dimitsana, especially the refreshing water that poured off the rocks and which I drank from and cooled down with on the way up to the village on the final stretch. I liked the way that No Footprint starts the Menalon trail with the quietest parts of the trail and ends it with the busiest one, from Stemnitsa to Dimitsana. I would also highlight the walk from Lagkadia to Valtesniko. The terrain was extremely varied, and nothing like I have experienced before, from forests to wide open green spaces and rocky hills and as I was walking it struck me that the beauty of Arcadia must have played a role in making the Greeks a very literary people. It was nice that a large portion of the walk was shaded under the trees of the forests, and I was surprised by how cool it was up in the mountains, especially amid the heat wave that Athens and some of the islands were experiencing. I also enjoyed my encounter with a wild boar as well the many turtles along the route. It’s really difficult to find any way to improve the Nofootprint self-guided tour of the Menalon Trail, as everything was very well thought through and Panagiotis was very helpful and friendly, always responsive, and quick to arrive to take me or my luggage to the next destination.
For me the Menalon Trail is a hidden gem that’s off the mainstream tourist trail and No Footprint does a brilliant job in helping hikers discover the beauty and diversity of Greece. I will definitely come back to Greece again and hike with No Footprint. Best regards.” Mahmoud. France
NAXOS & THE SMALL CYCLADES SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
29 April-9 May
“Just a quick not to thank you and Christina for a wonderful walking holiday, we managed over 90 miles according to my Fitbit… We really hope to plan another for next year and although I know what a great job you do George was full of admiration and praise for your planning and efficiency. With very best wishes for now.” Lucy, UK
MAINALON & CYCLADES SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
20 April-4 May
“Thank you for organising such a lovely holiday for us…. Thanks for all the information. Fantastic walks…. Beautiful villages… Will be sad to leave Amorgos. A few days extra would have been lovely.” Maureen, Australia
“From the moment we decided to book our holiday with No Footprint, to our last day when we sadly left Greece, I can’t speak highly enough of the organisation of the entire trip and the wonderful experience of walking in the Peloponnese, and on two of the Small Cyclades islands.
From a logistics point of view, all the arrangements Annie and her team put together for us were seamlessly executed. The luggage transfers, taxi pick-ups and drop-offs, and choice of hotels could not have been better. The interaction with all team members was prompt, professional, flexible and very friendly.
As for the walks, we did the self-guided Menalon Trail in the Peloponnese with our two adult children. Starting the walk in Lagadia and finishing in Dimistana was a great way to do the trail, ending with the monasteries built into the cliffs and the Open Air Water-Power Museum with fascinating exhibits of the history of gun powder and tannery mills… Our family would highly recommend the Menalon Trail to explore a different part of Greece that is quite different to its beautiful islands.
After the trail, my husband and I also visited the islands of Naxos and Amorgos as part of another set of self-guided walks recommended by No Footprint. The contrast with the Peloponnese couldn’t have been more profound…
The views on both island walks are amazing and the villages enchanting. Amorgos was our favourite island… It is a very low-key island and had a more traditional pace without all the tourist traps, which we found suited our preferred holiday style.
We loved our Greek odyssey and it was a good combination of activity and relaxation. Nofootprint is highly recommended for organising a holiday that you will never forget.” Maureen and Family, Australia
NAXOS & THE SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
20-30 April
“We would like to personally thank you for making our holiday such a memorable experience… Your easy-going and supportive guidance was most appreciated. We are currently enjoying our photos and reliving the memories. Best wishes” Lynda, UK
“We enjoyed all the walks, especially the spectacular views and lovely interesting villages. The spring flowers were delightful and the smell of the aromatic herbs was quite intoxicating particularly on the gorge walk to Lionas beach. Another memorable and dramatic walk was high up on the island of Amorgos and visiting the amazing cliff face monastery of Hozoviotissa. One enchanting highlight was arriving by ferry at the island of Iraklia and later swimming in the crystal clear blue waters of the Aegean from the delightful horseshoe beach. Wherever we ate for lunch or evening meals we always found excellent hospitality at very reasonable prices. We stayed in family run hotels/guest houses and only ate lunch and evening meals in tavernas run by welcoming local families serving local produce. Our amiable guide, Annie contributed hugely towards making this a memorable holiday. Her organisation is first class so ferry cancellations due to windy conditions were quickly rearranged at short notice. Annie seemed to know everybody on all the islands and has extensive knowledge of local culture, history, flora and fauna. We have no hesitation in recommending this holiday.” David, UK
“The most memorable or exciting part of your holiday? The little bistros we stopped at for lunch…quiet, friendly and everything homegrown and homemade. The holiday absolutely benefited local people which was the charm of the holiday for me. Absolutely fabulous! I literally loved every minute. Although we didn’t know each other initially, our group really bonded and I was truly sad to say goodbye. Annie, our guide, was faultless – attentive, thoughtful, reliable, fun and always wearing a smile. The whole experience was so excellent that I’m hoping to go again (with the lovely Annie) in September.I just need to swing it past the husband!” Maria, USA
“Thinking back to our trip, we remember the authentic foods, the people, the panoramic views while walking, the flowers and herbs, and wildlife. Everything promised in the trip brochure was delivered, and then some. We could never have planned such a wonderful walking holiday by ourselves. Your guidance was invaluable. Hiking with the others in the group was enjoyable and inspiring. We wouldn’t change a thing; the trip was nearly perfect (ferry ride being the only negative). We would definitely like to visit Greece again with No Footprint.” Ross, USA
NAXOS & SANTORINI SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
12-19 April
“We truly loved our walking vacation in Santorini and Naxos as well as the time we spent in Athens, all due to your careful planning and recommended tours. The personal attention and extra help made a huge difference in our stay, and I would recommend Nofootprint to anyone touring Greece…
All of the walks were perfect. Each was different and we enjoyed the mix of options. The descriptions helped us decide which ones to do on which days, and have a good understanding of the terrain, length, and sights. None of them were overly challenging (although the walk down to the beach in Akrotiri has become quite eroded). While sometimes the trail signs weren’t clear on Santorini, using WikiLoc with the preloaded routes there were absolutely no worries about staying on the path.
…At Naxos, Christina was especially helpful. She was always there when needed…from meeting to advise us when we arrived and also mid-trip…to getting us to the first trailhead when the bus wasn’t available…to jumping in to get us on the last ferry when our flight was suddenly canceled due to weather…
Most importantly, we always felt like we could contact you if we had a problem. That made the entire trip much more enjoyable. All of the details were arranged by you, and when something went off track—like a two hour delay in the last ferry to Athens–you and your team were there to guide us through. Thanks.” Eric, USA
SANTORINI SHORT WALKING BREAK
11-15 April
“We had a wonderful time! Thank you so much for organising such a wonderful holiday. It’s difficult to name just one part of it as being the best. We walked from Fira to Oiya, we did a boat trip to the volcanic island and the 2 younger ones of our group swam in the hot springs! The Wikiloc app was the easiest way to follow the trail. As you know, we did manage to get a bit lost one day, but got ourselves back on track! The summer time hotel was great, lovely and clean. Arthur was so helpful and pleasant. We loved Santorini and will definitely come back.
Many thanks again.” Mandy, UK
SYROS & TINOS WALKING HOLIDAY
6-13 April
“The walking, the food, the guide all were amazing. An amazing holiday! The smaller Greek islands are stunning, very easy to reach and the ferry system was so good. 5 *****” Marie, Ireland
MAINALON & NAXOS SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
2-12 April
“Valerie and I really enjoyed our recent time trekking on the Menalon trail and around the island of Naxos. Thank don’t think there was a just a single highlight- the whole trip was very enjoyable from start to finish. We were very pleased with the your organization of our trip- everything; the trekking, transportation, lodging was well planned and went without a problem and made this a very enjoyable & stress free holiday.
Staying in and visiting the small towns/villages in the mountains, particularly off season was really nice as it allowed us to see what life is like a bit off the beaten path. All of the local hotel/guest house owners were warm, pleasant and helpful.
I really don’t have any complaints or even suggestions- it was a “5 Star” trip (I did leave you a 5 star review on Trip Advisor). I would recommend this trip and you and your company’s services most highly!” Armann & Valerie, USA
MAINALON SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
25 March-1 April
“It was beautiful! And the monasteries were amazing, glad we saved it for last. Thanks for organising everything it’s been great!” Ellie and Peter, UK
NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
21-23 October
“Thanks again for guiding us through a lovely walking holiday on these charming islands! We greatly enjoyed the local food too. Athens is wonderful and we also did the hike you recommended. Best wishes for an adventurous life.” Yun, USA
WEST CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
23 September – 2 October
“Fantastic well-organised trip, very knowledgable guide, fantastic varied walks. Great company as well… I learnt a lot more about the islands, even though I have visited them before. It was a fantastic holiday and I feel very pleased that I managed all the walks. That was in no small part due to the support and encouragement from you. It far exceeded my expectations and I very much enjoyed your company.
I really enjoyed Sifnos. The paths were very like other walks I have done in Greece. The accommodation was great and Nicoletta was lovely. Great breakfasts! I would certainly go back to Sifnos again and her studios. Serifos is quite a contrast but there is a wild beauty about it that I liked…
So although I had been to all the islands before I felt I learnt a lot about them and also explored areas I had not visited before. It was a very well-organised and informative trip. So thanks again. Very best wishes xx” Paula, UK
“We loved the holiday and thank you so much for all your efforts. You were an excellent guide and so well informed, we really loved learning all about the islands and didn’t expect such a high level of knowledge. It was so relaxing having you organise everything…
The walks were often challenging for us but we felt very pleased that we managed each one and felt a higher level of fitness at the end. Our enthusiasm grew as we felt more and more confident to begin each one. The landscape was very different to anything we are used to and infinitely interesting but we loved the villages too, all the whitewash, churches, chapels and little shops were delightful to us. We enjoyed Milos for the extraordinary ‘moon’ landscapes but it was our least favourite of the three islands; it is a subjective opinion but the greener landscape on Sifnos pleased us better.
Every single beach was a joy and being able to eat and drink by the water was a huge treat, we will never forget all those moments enjoying delicious food by the sea.
In terms of hotels, it is probably no surprise to you that Nikoletta’s pension was far and away our favourite. It was the prettiest and the warmest welcome with the best breakfast. We couldn’t have asked for more! Excellent experience, a first trip to Greece never to be forgotten. Thank you again and kindest regards.” Sarah, UK
“It was excellent. We enjoyed the walks, the local beauty, the conversations, the amazing cuisine. Having a local guide who knows the locations and walks is great and not having to plan gives an extra layer of restfulness.” Phillip, UK
NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
16-26 September
“Annie created a holiday that was well planned, flowed easily and never seemed hurried, always steering us in the right direction in such a relaxed way. Having Annie as a guide let us just enjoy the holiday. We did not have to worry about planning anything, which was very relaxing and ensured we had the best time. Although it all seemed very effortless, I know there is a lot of planning, knowledge and care that happens behind the scenes to create a holiday like this, and we will be recommending Nofootprint to all our friends.
We would like to return to the islands in the future probably in springtime when islands look quite verdant and of course we would like to have Annie as our guide. Any time you are in the UK be sure to contact us.” Deirdre and Trish, UK
PINDOS HIKING & ALPINE LAKE HOPPING
15-24 September
“The area in and around Vikos Gorge was most memorable, and everything I’d hoped – beautiful, challenging, unspoiled and unique. By far our highlight was the nights we stayed at Lena’s guesthouse. This part of the hike felt more personal, and we were grateful for a couple of nights to settle into such a welcoming and authentic home, not to mention getting to unexpectedly practice morning yoga with other guests! Definitely a highlight. I could have stayed here much longer.
The almost-freezing temperature of the crystal clear Voidomatis river was exciting because it quite literally took my breath away. After days of hiking it was a timely physical and energetic cleanse and reset… Yiannis demonstrated a great intuition about letting our group find the spaces – both literal and figurative – that we needed. The holiday was worry free with a little flexibility for different levels of ability, energy or interests. 10 of 10. Thank you all!” Amanda, USA
“I loved everything about our hiking experience. Loved the guides. Daphne & Yiannis were perfect. Nicholas, too. They fit into our group very well. We bonded easily & had much fun. Lots of laughing. We learned a lot from them… Everyday was different which was great… Loved that the hike felt more like a Greece immersion with not a lot of tourists & lots of exposure to the local Greeks & culture. Lena’s location was a gem… The gorge was amazing, too. The last day was incredible, too. Actually, everything, everyday was wonderful! I rate this experience a 10. Thank you for everything & for our fantastic guides. Kindest regards & much love.” Ellen, USA
“The whole trip was incredible and memorable, I loved meeting people in the group, stories from our guide, the mountains all around us. I’ll remember his trip forever, and I cannot wait to return one day. I booked this trip as a solo traveller and joined a group of friends that had booked the trip already. I was a little nervous to join people I didn’t know – with maybe difference hiking experience and capacity to me. But I’m so grateful I did this. Be open to jumping into this kind of thing on your own if the opportunity comes up… We were always encouraged to “leave no trace”, taking back with us what we brought in. 10/10. I’ve already told lots of people about this holiday, No Footprint and hiking in Greece generally. I can’t wait to go back one day and do more hikes in the region.” Marina, USA
MT OLYMPUS TREKKING HOLIDAY
2-6 September
“I wanted to write to you (Daphne) to let you know how grateful I am for the time we spent on the mountain with you. I think you’re exceptional at what you do and felt so safe with you… I never grew up with mountaineering so this was such a challenge for me and I feel so much accomplishment from that trek. I couldn’t have done that without you and Mihalis. Such a big thank you to you and Mihalis – it was so great to be walking alongside you both I felt really connected to you both. My home is always open to you — please come visit Much gratitude and love.” Dimuthu UK
Mt OLYMPUS TREKKING HOLIDAY
21-26 August
“The most memorable part of the holiday? Probably summiting Mytikas – it felt like an achievement, had amazing views and had a sense of adventure on the climb up… Guide was friendly and mostly importantly competent… Fantastic holiday!” Thomas, UK
SEA KAYAK & WILD CAMP
6-13 August
“This was one of the best and definitely most authentic vacation experience we had so far. Thank you all so much for making it happen. Greece is now a living memory of beautiful places, food and people. Hope seeing you again somewhere. Remember to let us know if you come to Hungary so we can shoe you around. 😎 “ Tünde, Hungary
“I had a FANTASTIC trip and have been telling everyone about it. Favourite moments? Wild camping under the stars on deserted beaches.… kayaking into caves as we paddled along the coast of different islands… the adventure and achievement journeying between islands by kayak… the amazing fresh, delicious Greek food – sitting waterside taverna’s watching the sun setting or cooking together on deserted beaches… making new friends from around the world… swimming in the crystal clear, warm sea many times a day! Every day was filled with new experiences, adventures and memories.
Incredible, amazing, fantastic… out of this world! Yiannis and Daphne who led the trip were wonderful guides – extremely knowledgeable and friendly, involving the whole group in decisions so that all were made to feel that it was ‘our’ adventure. They ensured a perfect balance between paddling, exploring (lots of caves along the coastline and quiet beaches you can only reach by boat), time to swim and relax and enjoy stopping at tavernas while ensuring we reached beaches that were perfect wild camping spots. Though i joined the trip as an individual, right from the start I felt that i was paddling with a group of friends. Thank you all for such an incredible experience. Right from my first enquiry to the end of the trip I felt looked after. Thank you so much. I just can’t wait to return for another wild camping kayak adventure now. Best wishes” Caroline, UK
ZAGORI & LEFKADA WALKING HOLIDAY
17-25 June
“Overall, awesome holiday! Excellent! Wonderful hosts sharing a vital, beautiful Greece. I particularly enjoyed the cultural experiences (e.g, staying at the farm, Greek music on Lefkada) along with the hikes (canyon WOW). I’m a big hiker but I appreciated your altering the itinerary to meet some of the unexpected mobility issues. Logistics were good. I hope to do another trip with you. Sincerely.” Steve and Leslie, USA
Mt OLYMPUS & METEORA TREKKING
3-10 June
“We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday – especially around Mt Olympus – it opened up my eyes to more mountains in Greece to tackle in the future… The most memorable part for me was the days on either side of the Refuge Kakkalos – it’s a magical spot in an absolutely stunning location. It was a great trek to get to that location, the stay there was brilliant and the following day from there to get to Skolio and Skala through yet more stunning views was a walk I won’t forget.
We all liked Yiannis and got on with him very well, he’s very personable and an easy man to have a drink/meal with. From a guiding point of view Yiannis knows his stuff, he knows his way around the mountains and is able to quickly find alternative routes where there are issues with our planned route (such as the route we were going to take around Mount Stefani when it got snowed in). He’s a really good guide and I’d recommend him… Even when my boots went missing in one of the Refuges – Yiannis stepped in to get it resolved. It all went like clockwork – the accommodation was really good (even the refuges were better than I expected)… I’d recommend anyone to use NoFootprint.” Kevin, Joan and Calum, Ireland
NAXOS & THE SMALL CYCLADES
27 May – 6 June
“The views were gorgeous! It was my third trip to Greece and I discovered a Greece that I did not know.” Natasha, Israel
LEFKADA, KEFALONIA & ITHACA WALKING HOLIDAY
20-30 May
NAXOS & THE SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
13-23 May
“It was a real pleasure meeting you and we really appreciated your excellent and caring guiding throughout what was a truly memorable holiday for us. Your sense of humour was very much in tune with ours and the rest of the group… We will keep in touch and we’re sure to be back before long. Very Best Wishes.” Ron and Evelyn, Scotland
“Thank you again for a wonderful 10 days of walking, great food and fun.” Louise, UK
“The sheer beauty of Amorgos looming up out of the Aegean, then walking next morning on those looming mountains in a totally unspoilt landscape… The Cyclades, especially the smaller islands, were beautiful: the villages, the perfect little churches and of course the food – an absolute delight, so fresh and healthy, with new dishes and flavours each day, and served with such generosity and grace.
Excellent – everything we expected it to be. It was great to have Annie, our guide, who opened up island history and culture for us – and her easy relationship with local people made us feel welcome and appreciated as we walked through villages or into local tavernas, where we were served only the best! *****” Kevin, Ireland
“First rate holiday! We had an amazing time, saw unbelievable sights, and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.” Matt and Lena, USA
WEST CRETE WALKING HOLIDAY
6-13 May
“What a wonderful introduction to Crete. The visit to this wonderful islands has been quite fabulous because of your knowledge, your choices of places to stay, your organisation and your unique personal touch. Thank you.” Gordon, Scotland
“Thank you. Amazing holiday. I’d like to do it all again. Your patience, understanding and flexibility with our different abilities made the walking perfectly possible. Really, it was down to you that we all thoroughly enjoyed our walks. Thanks again.” Nigel, UK
“Thank you for a fantastic week. I loved everything from beginning to end with the highlight on the mountains.” Malcolm, UK
“Wow wow… absolutely splendid walks. Annie thoroughly enjoyed it all. Many thanks. See you next year.” Graham, UK
“It’s like we’re going home way too early. Perfectly judged walks for a bunch of old men (!). Wonderful walks and Lila was brilliant too. Every day and every night a real treat. Alonia is a gem too! Thanks.” Steve, UK
“Totally brilliant week. Didn’t quite know what to expect but entirely exceeded all expectations. Thanks for your patience and guidance! Thanks so much.” Paul, UK
“Thanks for a fabulous week. After last time, the expectations were high, and they’ve been exceeded. Thank you.” Jeremy, UK
NAXOS & THE SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
15-25 April
“Claire and I really enjoyed our hiking with you and after leaving you we discovered three other islands as well as touring Delphi and other parts of the mainland. All the best.” Stanley and Claire, Canada
“I wanted to thank you for your amazing group dynamics skills which mananaged to give us all a brilliant holiday. If you wanted me to provide a review I can assure you it would a brilliant one. Much love.” Ali, UK
NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
15-25 October
“Many thanks for a wonderful walking holiday. My favourite moments were arriving at Iraklia and Amorgos by ferry and enjoying the secluded walks and restaurants – the real Greece! Excellent, personal service, challenging but enjoyable walking, plenty of time to stop and enjoy the views, swim and picnic.
I really enjoyed it and the company of you and Christina! You are an excellent guide whose local knowledge was invaluable. I’ll certainly be back to the lovely Greek islands! Thank you once again and I look forward to the photos !!” Sue, UK
CYCLADES MULTI-ACTIVITY TOUR
30 September – 10 October
“Overall one of the best trips ever!
This was a truly terrific trip conceived and delivered by the fantastic No Footprint team based in Greece, including locally on the Cyclades. The islands we visited were a really interesting mix, and the design of the itinerary, the nature and quality of the accommodation, and the daily activities reflected very well the brief that we had given to Annie and her team…They were brilliant throughout…
The five islands we visited were all very different and this, together with the enjoyment of travelling between the islands, sometimes in unpredictable circumstances, constituted an experience of great interest and enjoyment. We have travelled quite extensively during our lives and this trip was up there among the best.” Christopher, UK
NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
23 September-3 October
“When I looked into booking a guided vacation after more than two years of planning and re-planning even the most mundane tasks during the Covid pandemic, I was definitely suffering from ‘decision fatigue’ and a strong desire to travel. Until then, I would have said, guided holidays weren’t really ‘my thing’. However, my walking holiday with Annie and NoFootprint, in the small Cyclades has redefined my ideas and expectations for all future travel. I’ve enjoyed self-guided walking holidays in the past, but having Annie as our cultural ambassador really enriched the experience far beyond anything I could have achieved on my own, especially with the language barrier.
Annie’s personal knowledge of the area and relationships with the local people ensured that we received warm welcomes, enjoyed the best food choices, learned a bit about regional culture and history and even receive some special services that would have been nearly impossible to achieve on our own (the boat ride back from the beautiful, sheltered cove we hiked to on Iraklia comes to mind).
Annie created a holiday that was both active and relaxed; daily hikes with beautiful scenery and amazing food, all seemingly seamlessly arranged and unhurried. It takes a special kind of person to achieve that balance and I know that a lot of work, experience and care goes into making something feel effortless.
Perhaps the thing I came to appreciate most about this holiday was that employing the service of a guide can take the ‘ick-factor’ out of being a tourist. Without this local knowledge and assistance it is easy to fall into the footsteps of the darker-side of the tourism industry. As someone who cares deeply about the negative impact of tourism on local people and places, this felt like a more sensitive, respectful and sustainable experience, one that I’m delighted to recommend to others and one that I hope to repeat again.” Tracy, Nova Scotia, Canada
“Thanks for all you help and for making all our arrangements. It was a great pleasure to be with you and great fun too! All the best!” Conor, Ireland
SEA KAYAK & WILD CAMP
20 September-24 September
“Greetings from Mani! Many thanks for Ioannis and Christina’s excellent guiding and to all for being great travel companions! It made for a beautiful, memorable trip.
Whenever you’re next in San Francisco or California, please reach out – I love to share my knowledge about restaurants, coffee, places to go, etc.” Sumi, USA
ANDROS & TINOS WALKING HOLIDAY
17-27 September
“We had a wonderful stay in Andros… the walks in Andros, they where absolutly spectacular. Every day was different and the level of challenge was good. Ariana is an very experienced and professional guide with very good knowledge that she shared with us willingly. She knows the places like her own pocket (as we would say in Norway). She was also engaged and motivated to show “her” island which she values highly. Everything was very well-organised and prepared… I would like to come again and do more walks in Andros and maybe some other islands.” Vibeke, Norway
“The walking in andros was great, beautiful paths and views and Ariana has a lot of knowledge and made sure we are comfortable. Staying in Chora was great, even better than Korthi. Tinos was also great. I will come back for more walks! Greetings.” Erik, Norway
Mt OLYMPUS TREKKING HOLIDAY
5-10 September
“We absolutely enjoyed our time in Greece. Our expectations were exceeded… We enjoyed our time in Meteora with Nikolas a lot – he is a very competent guide.
Fani was a phenomenon! She treated us with the greatest care during our whole hike and brought us very safe up and down the mountain. She had so many great tips and suggestions during all the days, that we now feel already a little bit like experts. It was no problem that my dad took some longer breaks, and it was fantastic that she always took some time to enjoy the great view. We didn’t even need to say what we wanted, she already knew it!
She was the absolutely best guide, we could have wished for and we want to say a big Thank You’ to her and you, that you organized that amazing experience!!!
The whole travel travel was perfectly organized and our accommodation in Meteora was gorgeous. We will recommend your travel agency to our friends and look forward to booking our next journey with you. Best regards from Germany.” Frederic and Friedemann, Germany
WEST CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
3-13 September
“My heartfelt thanks to our guide Annie and Nofootprint for a wonderful holiday. My West Cyclades walking tour led by Annie all exceeded my expectations in all sorts of ways – the walking, the swimming, the islands themselves and their people. I was impressed with her knowledge, personal warmth and generosity and with the great relationships she has formed with locals. I have already recommended Nofootprint tours to friends. I hope to see you again sometime. Warm regards.” Carol, Wales
“Excellent. The most memorable part of the holiday… in equal measure, our guide, Annie (aways pleasant, knowledgeable, safety-conscious, a good motivator), the trails to less frequented destinations and the destinations themselves. The guide was wonderful, the hikes varied and interesting, the food delicious and the accommodation very comfortable (especially the Hotel Nymphes on Sifnos.) Michael, Canada
CYCLADES SAILING & WALKING HOLIDAY
23 July 2022
“Finished up our holiday with time in Greece including a week onboard the yacht “Tahita” on a sailing & walking tour of the Small Cyclades Islands. Beautiful weather and great sailing with our skipper Sotiris and his first mate Annie. We visited many small islands and walked in the afternoons with Annie who has great local knowledge. This usually ended up in a local taverna with delicious local cuisine, lots of wine and singing, so much fun!! Angels, William, Patrick, Deborah and Lara, Australia!
“Tahita sailing for our family around the Cyclades was a memorable experience. Sotiris and Annie were fantastic and gave us a truly full on sailing time. The afternoon walks with Annie topped off our days on the water perfectly. I personally would love to do another adventure on Tahita and will be recommending you to my friends back in Australia. Thanks for the great time!” Pat, Australia
Mt OLYMPUS & METEORA TREKKING
24-27 June
“We are home after a wonderful trip. The trek up Olympus was everything we had hoped for. The guide, Nikos, was superb and we are really satisfied we were able to complete the hike as we had planned.
We also had a very good time in Meteora. I want to take this opportunity to thank you, on behalf of all of us, for putting together such a successful trip. Because of Covid, it took us almost three years (!) to complete, but we are very glad we were able to do it and are very pleased that we did.
It was certainly worth waiting for! With all best wishes.” Yonathan, Israel
WEST CRETE WALKING HOLIDAY
18-25 June
“Our trip was beyond great! I give most of the credit to Melita. She is a kind professional and that’s a hard combination to find these days.” Brenda, USA
PINDOS HIKING & ALPINE LAKE HOPPING
3-11 June
“The Highlights – the walk from Vradeto to Astraka refuge through the Tymfi range. Staying at Rokka guesthouse in Elaftopos. The route planning and content is excellent, much thought has clearly gone into it. An extra night at the refuge would have been good, to include one of the Tymfi peaks. Overall, a great introduction to the area.” Kevin, UK
“Tremendous guide, fantastic scenery, accommodation far better than expected. The Vikos Gorge and Mt. Smolikas were particular highlights!” Patrick, UK
SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
2-9 June
“This is the second time I have walked with Nofootprint. We walked on Iraklia and Amorgos, two beautiful Greek islands. I can highly reccommend them for their professionalism and competence. They give you a great chance to explore nature and walk in Greece with dedicated guides.
Annie and Daphnie are fantastic guides and two of the nicest people you will ever meet. They know Greece and the islands so well. I always have a fantastic experience when I go with Nofootprint.” Kenneth, Scotland
“I went on my first walking holiday ever and had no idea what to expect. What I loved about it was of course the walking, being led literally and not needing to plan or decide the walks ourselves. We were in the best hands with expert guides who knew the terrain so well, but also their knowledge of the history and the local area were second to none. What I hadn’t banked on and equally loved was the feeling of being on holiday with good friends! There was no separation between guide and walker – we were in it together, and this is what made the trip with Nofootprint so very special! Annie’s communication all the way leading up to the trip was fantastic, prompt replies, clear and extensive answers. I knew we were in great hands!” Elaine, UK
CYCLADES SAILING & WALKING HOLIDAY
28 May 2022
“Lorcan and I had the holiday of a lifetime! All the best.” Janet and Lorcan, UK
“Anchoring in a small bay, snorkelling in a cave and beach barbecuing were the most memorable moments. The crew go out of their way to make everything work for you… It was my third time and it was great to be back.” Anne-Marie, UK
LEFKADA, ITHACA & KEFALONIA WALKING HOLIDAY
14-24 May
“Dear Daphne, what a wonderful experience! We really appreciate your superb planning of our days, all seemingly effortless and done with such calmness and good humour, however we do recognise how much you have put into this to make it seem this way. Thank you also for pushing us to achieve so much these 10 days. The holiday has been informative, enlightening, entertaining and above all fun! We love the islands and will be back. With kind regards and every best wish.” David, UK
“The sense of achievement felt after reaching some of the highest peaks of the islands, trekking through amazing flora and fauna to then experience the amazing views and huge skies, were my favourable moments. Lots of information on the natural and local history. An amazing experience. Guide Daphne was a delight and very knowledgeable regarding herbs, flowers, history of the islands. The organisation of travel between the islands, treks and accommodation was superb.” Jenny, UK
“Very beautiful and quiet (in May) islands. I think you feel more part of the community with a Greek tour operator. The concept of Nofootprint brought more conversation about conservation and the environment, which is no bad thing. Great times” Veronica, UK
MILOS & SIFNOS WALKING HOLIDAY
17-14 May
“Thanks for a wonderful holiday. Everything went according to plan including a lovely trip to Milos, where the flowers were superb. Anna was a great guide and good company, and helped me appreciate Sifnos especially the flowers and herbs growing wild beside the paths. Thanks and kind regards.” Martin, UK
WEST CRETE MULTI-ACTIVITY FAMILY HOLIDAY
26 April-2 May
“Another triumph!! The local fixers were absolutely terrific. Our guide, Melita, was simply marvellous with absolutely fluent English which helped to make her a great companion as well as a flawless guide. She was super-adaptable as well, and no Williams whim was a challenge for her (well, it may have been a challenge but she didn’t show it!).
We loved Crete. It is stunningly beautiful and Melita made sure that we saw the most stunning parts of all and not with loads of other tourists. We shall never forget those endless orange trees, the olive trees, the views, the White Mountains, the seascapes, the little churches, the goats, the sheep, the birds, the food.
The boutique hotel was wonderfully “typical” and the staff very friendly and eager to deal with our strange English ways… When breakfast eventually came, it came in massive and delicious waves and I’m not sure how we managed to get up from the table afterwards.
So thank you for organising this excellent holiday for us!” Lyn, William and Cordelia
NAXOS SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
“We had a wonderful stay on Naxos and would like to thank you for all the helpful assistance and information that you gave us. We loved the hotel and its owners, and enjoyed the walks and found all the instructions and maps very useful. Obviously it was early in the season and Easter also resulted in a lot of things being shut and buses not on their usual schedule, but Christina was also very helpful in securing us a car and explaining the maps and routes to us.MAINALON SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
16-23 October
“Thank you for helping (and guiding) us for an extraordinary adventure. I have been telling folks that our visit to the Peloponnese really exceeded any and all expectations I had. It was wonderful. Despite (or maybe because of the rain) the hiking in the Peloponnese was really special. I did not have a good sense for what the topography and richly forested landscapes would be like. They were profoundly beautiful and really quite diverse. The deep verdant forests with all sorts of mushrooms, mosses, smells and the beautiful vistas in gorge on the trail to Dimitsana were so rich.
I also liked the villages we visited and stayed. They were each unique and special in their own ways – but all were extraordinarily beautiful. Our hosts and almost all the folks we met along the way could not have been more friendly and helpful. On our first night in Valtesiniko, we ventured down the hill to the only tavern that was open and during dinner, a massive storm seemed to flood the streets. Our host called the restaurant and in conjunction with the owner, arranged to have us shuttled back after dinner. I think that was the vibe from most of our interactions with the folks we met along the trail. Helpful, interested, interesting and welcoming.
Overall, it was a wonderful trip – better than I imagined it would be and I would certainly recommend it and Nofootprint to friends and family. Indeed I already have! And if I could also say how much we all appreciated you, Annie. It was a pleasure working with you in planning this adventure…
You were always so helpful and responsive as we were trying to figure out how to best spend our special time in Greece – we had great confidence in you and we all were so grateful.” David & Dorothee, USA
WEST CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
25 September – 5 October
“I had a brilliant two weeks walking with you and Annie. In fact I have praised Sifnos so much that my sister has booked a week there next year and two other friends are planning to book on your three islands walk there…Thanks again for such brilliant holidays, organised in such a difficult year. Many thanks.” David Whitney, UK
CHANIA SHORT BREAK WALKING HOLIDAY
25-28 September
“We absolutely would recommend this holiday! The trip was diverse in the activities to allow us in a fairly short period of time to see many areas of Crete from natural areas to the villages to the city. I would also like to mention that we really appreciated the trip including areas, both the gorge and the villages, that are not as popular with tourists so it felt even more like a private tour.” Linda, USA
“I am not sure that I could pick out any one thing to say what we enjoyed the most. It would probably be staying at Hanim Lodge and the amazing 4-course breakfasts that Socrates made for us. The lodge itself was a little haven in the middle of downtown Chania and a great combination of history and modern.
Rena, the owner was personable, knew everyone, and made us feel very special and welcomed. Having said that, however, I would say that Melita, as our guide, made the actual tour activities a very, very close second. Her combination of knowledge about the area and her ability to tailor her talks and to draw us into the world around Chania made our time spent with her memorable. The hikes in the gorge allowed us to see the beauty of Crete and around the villages allowed us to gain some insight into how people have lived in Crete for many, many years. All of the restaurants were amazing and we enjoyed eating authentic Greek food grown/raised/prepared by locals.” Lee, USA
NAXOS & THE SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
25 September-5 October
“Annie gazing at the blue of the Aegean and the sky, I now feel my mind is more clear and my heart is lighter. Thank you for creating a special atmosphere of fluidity and lightness and sharing the special places and moments with us. I feel especially grateful to you for showing us Iraklia, where I started to see what just being can feel like. I hope to see you again!. Big hug.” Marina, Rumania
“Dearest Annie, thank you for welcoming us to your home country and taking such care of us. I rested so deeply and feel a completely different person to when I arrived. The hikes, the ocean, the food were amazing and so special. Because of how kind, organised and welcoming you were I totally let go. That was rare and meant so much. Xxx” Dimuthu, UK
“Annie thanks so much for being so gracious, intelligent, witty and beautiful. We are certainly spoiled now with our new icon of Greek beauty! (Who is that Helen anyway???). We had a great time and saw a lot of Naxos & Iraklia that most tourists will never see or envision. Thanks for the brief glimpse into rural island life and the fabulous guiding of our group.” Larry, USA
“What a pleasure it was to spend this time with you and our travel partners. I liked being on a smaller island without crowds of “tourists” in fancy dresses! Thanks for making plans that allowed as to hike and walk at our own pace. You made it easy to stay with the group! We have great memories!!!” Mary, USA
WEST CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
18-28 September
“The lure of exotic islands, birthplace of Zeus, Apollo & Artemis! Islands desert but inhabited (by only goats and cats…). A fabulous introduction to the western cyclades but even more importantly to friends to treasure for a lifetime. Daphne made us feel like family.
As in many of our hobbies, the islands and local adventures are the pull to get you to Greece but the people and common experiences will provide stories for life.” Larry, USA
“We looked forward to this adventure for two years. You provided an experience that was worth the wait.” Mary, USA
CYCLADES SAILING & WALKING HOLIDAY
11-18 September
«A lovely barbecue around a raging beach fire on a deserted island under a dark sky full of stars and surrounded by friends was the perfect summation of this magical holiday. They say “leave only footprints” but I am afraid I leave my heart.
A two week holiday that will stay with me forever. The best company, much laughing – too much eating. Have seen amazing scenery and places that we never would have seen without Sotiris, Annie & Daphne. Am so sorry to say goodbye» Ken, UK
“This was such a lovely break for the sedentary north European: active but leisurely, outdoors, and so well planned and flexible around the weather, winds, rigid postmasters and us! 24/7 we were cared for by Sotiris & Daphne watching around the clock. Thanks for everything!!” Marjolein, Holland
CYCLADES SAILING & WALKING HOLIDAY
27 Aug-4 September
“One of the best holidays we have ever had – Annie and Sotiris the skipper of the boat were great hosts, the sailing, walking and diving were all incredible, and the hospitality of the island people we met was wonderful. We were excited to go on this holiday – but it exceeded all of our expectations. We went to local restaurants and shops and the people we met were incredibly generous and friendly – we were lucky enough to have a couple of evenings where we saw live music which was fantastic.” James, Jane, Georgie, Jemima, Annie, UK
HIKE, KAYAK & WILD CAMP
14 Aug-21 August
“Thanks again for the fantastic trip. Lucas and Elodie really loved the experience and we all had a great time as a family. Yiannis, Daphne and you (though you were meant to be on holiday!) were all super supportive and helpful, and it was great to have the other Yiannis and his daughters with us (and your daughter too), which helped Elodie acclimatise and feel comfortable. Eve has already expressed her desire to join you on another trip, either walking or sailing.” Craig, Elodie, Eve & Lucas, UK
WEST CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
12-19 May
“Walking is Milos and Sifnos was a very good choice. Two beautiful islands completely different. Walking along the seashore in Milos, white and bright landscapes and blue crystal clear water was a great experience. Walking and swimming and eating in traditional tavernas. Sifnos was impressive with its more dramatic landscapes, terraces, rocks… A very different atmosphere and here again swimming, hiking and eating delicious dishes was just wonderful. The accommodation on both islands were perfect. Thanks a lot to Annie for these walking holidays which were perfect.” Zahava, Belgium
HIKING PINDOS & ALPINE LAKE HOPPING HOLIDAY
11-19 September
“The most memorable part of the holiday was seeing a young wolf running along the road ahead of us while we were driving on a mountain track through a forest! It was excellent, not only wonderful walking in a very little known area of Northern Greece, but plenty of opportunity to experience local life and visit the delightful villages in the area and walk the traditional paths and bridges built many years ago by local people. The walking was well balanced with tough days interspersed with easier days. Plenty of good local food and wine. The scenery was breath taking. Our guide was very helpful and very knowledgeable of local customs, flora and fauna as well as the mountains. Definitely 5 stars. Olive, UK
“Long days with climbs through dramatic high mountain scenery, shorter days among mountain villages and ancient footpaths. Each day delightful different, with excellent friendly accommodation and guide. Highly recommended!” Martin, UK
LEFKADA & ITHACA, IONIAN ISLANDS WALKING HOLIDAY
12-20 September
“Amazing holiday! I would wholeheartedly recommend this holiday for people who are into walking, nature and a bit of off-the-beaten track experiences! The hikes and the activities we did with our small group were varied and each one was a memorable experience full of connection with nature, history, simplicity and presence. Some of the highlights were the herbal walk with Aris, visits of the old chapels and the monastery, 360 views of the island, drinking water out of natural springs and eating fruit off the trees while walking, the sunset in Pefkoulia beach, and coming across the road to ‘Nowhere’ just before the cyclone. I admire Daphne’s knowledge, flexibility and the spontaneity and would like to join her on other trips in the future!” Marina, UK
“Excellent holiday! Incredible views from the top of Lefkada’s mountains, lovely tavern dinner with the herbalist and other local friends (and 36 hours in hibernation as the islands were hit by, once-in-generation cyclone Ionas). I hope to be able to return to the Greek islands. Nofootprint looked after me very well indeed and I would definitely book with them again.” Jenny, UK
NAXOS & THE SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
19-29 September
“Hiking all over the hillsides of Naxos & Amorgos on ancient trails was a terrific way to see the beauty of the countryside, enjoy the wildflowers and get a strong sense of the island’s history. However, I think the most memorable part will be the good company we had with Annie , our guide and host. We learned a lot from her about modern Greece and the traditional Greek culture as well. I strong recommend this holiday!” Charis, Switzerland
SANTORINI, NAXOS & AMORGOS SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
13 October
“We both agreed that Naxos was our favourite of the islands. We did a coastal walk from Pyrgaki on the first day. It was a real surprise to find such a long stretch of pristine beaches with so few people on them, especially as the weather was like July!.. The last two days we did the Apeiranthos-Chalki and Filoti-Zas walks. These were possibly the highlight of the whole trip, with fantastic mountain scenery, charming villages and lots of vultures circling over the top of Fanari as we climbed up to it.
The route notes were excellent with lots of interesting reading material. All of the accommodations were really good – especially Anixis.” Niall, Denmark
NAXOS & AMORGOS WALKING HOLIDAY
12 October
“We wanted to convey to you and your team (esp. Anna), the wonderful time we had on our recent hiking trip to Naxos and Amorgos! Anna really made the walks so interesting and challenging. The islands are stunning in their scenery and natural beauty. We three feel so invigorated after the trip and hope to return soon.” Anne & Michael, Ireland
NAXOS, AMORGOS & SANTORINI WALKING & YOGA HOLIDAY
4 October
“We had a fantastic trip. Melita was a wonderful guide as I knew she would be. I would definitely like to do a trip next year… I’ve started to get feedback from my group, and all in all, they claim it was the trip of a lifetime for them…” Dina’s group, USA
NAXOS & AMORGOS WALKING HOLIDAY
2 October
“Thank you so much for truly enhancing our Greek walking trip. The parts of the islands we have experienced with you have been very special and I will treasure my photographs and memories. I have also really enjoyed your company! Much love.” Sue, UK
“Thank you! Great walks! Great meals! Great insights! Loved every miute. Love.” Tina, Germany
“Dearest Dimitra, you have been a star! The walks have been so enjoyable and you have been so interesting. Thank you! love.” Katie, UK
“Thank you so much for looking after us all and guiding us through the history and geography of this beautiful island. It was a perfect holiday. Will never forget the magic of the beach walk yesterday. xx” Beth, UK
“Thank you for sharing your idyllic island with us and making our stay so memorable. You organised everything beautifully and were such lovely company. It has been a truly wonderful holiday. Please come and visit when you are in the UK.” Sarah, UK
LEFKADA WALKING HOLIDAY
30 September
“Thank you so much for your wonderful organization from start to finish on our 3 days in Lefkada. George was a kind, patient and excellent guide. He helped us greatly and went beyond the call of duty when the ferry was cancelled in Nidri. Nikos (coach driver) was also a fantastic help and Dimitra assisted too. What a lovely team you have. Congratulations!” Denise group, UK
WEST CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
28 September
“I had an absolutely marvelous holiday, thank you! The walks were really amazing… great trails, interesting and entertaining info from Anna, really great company. I really appreciated the perfect mix between nature, culture, great food and moving between the different islands…
This is the first such trip I have undertaken alone and I so enjoyed it. Anna was really great. She is a fantastic, thoughtful, kind and entertaining person. She took great care of our group and was a main ingredient in the fun we had together! You organized a really great trip – there is actually nothing I would have changed about it. I will definitely be coming back to Greece soon…” Mary, Ireland
NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
16 September
“My holiday with nofootprint has to be one of the most memorable holidays I have ever had! Right from the beginning meeting Annie our tour guide and Dimitria (biologist) we were all made to feel at ease and had utter confidence in both.
We were shown so many different types of walks to show off the Cyclades at their best. Mountains valley trails… villages architecture… history and wonderful information on indigenous species plants and village life. What a wonderful experience! We were also introduced to the wonderful food of the islands and their brilliant produce. Annie and Dimitria with their brilliant interpersonal skills helped to keep our group cohesive and we now have forged great friendships with each other… we had soo much fun.
Oh our accommodation was also first class with amazing views… I was traveling on my own and was a bit nervous to begin with but I now will never have worries traveling on my own. Well what else can I say this operator should take a bow for having such wonderful personnel. I will be back…” Ann Tector, UK
“It’s hard to name just one thing as there were so many things – the great walks which were varied and all with fantastic views; the other people in the group and the fact that there were only six of us, from three different countries, so it was easy to get to know each other; eating at local tavernas; our fantastic guides Annie and Dimitra who couldn’t have done more to support us and ensure that everyone was happy, including being flexible with the itinerary and giving various options; the accommodation in the old town in Naxos and with a lovely sea view in Iraklia; good swimming opportunities; a lot of fun, and travelling between islands on the wonderful Express Skopelitis.
I would strongly recommend this to anyone who enjoys moderate walking in great landscapes, with opportunities to swim most days, the company of like-minded folk and with supportive and fun local guides.” Caroline, UK
“Fantastic guides Annie & Dimitria who showed so much care, thoughtfulness & took us on fantastic walks. Loved it and would definitely do more.” Catherine & John, Australia
ZAGORI & LEFKADA WALKING HOLIDAY
7 September
“The whole Nofootprint part of our holiday was excellent – and again went according to plan. The most memorable part of the holiday was the walk down the Vikos Gorge. The herbalist talk/walk was terrific – a really enjoyable afternoon. Resort on Lefkada was a good choice as it allowed some variety and a swim in the sea. Nice having breakfast in the garden… Accommodation in Elafotopos was great. Loved Lena. What a host! Daphne was great. What an asset to your business.” Max & Francesca, UK
MT. OLYMPUS & METEORA WALKING HOLIDAY
21 August
“We so enjoyed our holiday in Mt Olympus & Meteora. Daphne was a great guide. Very relaxed and easy to chat to and, obviously, a real expert mountain tour guide. It was fabulous doing the tour as a family as we could chat with Daphne who was very flexible in all our arrangements and timings.
Everywhere we stayed was perfect. We loved the townhouse in Litochoro and, whilst we might have liked to go back there, it was lovely staying on return from the trek in the beach hostel as we really just wanted to chill out and it was perfect for doing that. All the refuges were great as well and it was lovely watching the sunset and the sunrise on the mountains. Our children also had a wonderful time and loved chatting to Daphne. We will certainly be recommending yourselves to our friends.” Deb, Chris, Ben & Martha, UK
HIKING & ALPINE LAKE HOPPING IN NORTHERN GREECE
7 June
“The Tymfi area had outstanding natural beauty and it would have been better to have more time there… Taking the trip in early June meant an abundance of wild flowers too. Yannis and Daphne were both great fun to travel with, the itinerary was well thought out and everything was seamless thanks to their hard work, not to mention great food, good weather and a nice group. It is fair to say that we enjoyed the experience very much.” Jonathan & Michelle, UK
WEST CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
21 May
“Loved every minute of our stay in Greece, our fantastic guide Annie contributed so much to making our trip very memorable. Annie saw to our every need – walks, food, drinks, swims. I will return.” Joanne, Ireland
“Thanks to Annie for guiding us this week. We loved every minute. The hikes, the accommodations, the company and new friends. We loved being in nature every day!” Christine, Ireland
“This was our first experience in Greece! Annie made sure that it was a quality and memorable trip. She organised a nice, satisfying hike every day – sometimes a bit challenging – and in the end rewarding! We had some nice dining as well, Annie knows all the best tavernas. Hope to come back to the islands again soon. Thanks for such a wonderful introduction. Bonus points for no rain and never too hot for enjoyable walking.” Steve & Joan, USA
“Thank you so much for making this holiday a great experience for us. We enjoyed all those wonderful hikes and can appreciate the beauty of the islands – the restaurants were just lovely and the food delicious. You chose everything so well – and helped us to understand the food, environment and culture so much. Thank you again and we hope to be back.” Deidre, Ireland
“The hikes great great and I enjoyed the scenery and the great people on this trip. Best wishes to you for continuing success as a tour guide.” Nancy, USA
KEFALONIA, LEFKADA & ITHACA WALKING HOLIDAY
5 May
“A downpour during a short hike in the Ithaca hills could have been a downer as we were completely soaked. But the combination of our guide, Daphnie’s planning and unfailing good cheer, along with our mountain village Taverna’s hostess’ hospitality, warming welcome (including glasses of psipouro and dry clothes!!) and wonderful and continuously replenished, traditional Greek dishes, turned this into one of our most memorable evenings ever.” Jim, UK
“Fabulous. Our guide, Daphnie, was superb, being always willing to adjust the itinerary to suit people and/or weather, the walking and scenery is incredible, the hotels ideally located in small seaside towns, and the restaurants recommended for us throughout the holiday gave us a perfect ‘taste of Greece’.” Yasmine, UK
WEST CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
23 April
“The contrasts between the different islands in terms of landscapes, settlements and even food was something very unexpected that made this a memorable trip. Although the water was cool in April, swimming during a walk was very refreshing. Being in Greece for the Orthodox Easter was an added bonus. The local celebrations, which featured fireworks, were loud, colourful and great fun to observe.
All of the hotels were locally run and the very good restaurants recommended by the guides were run by locals too. This gave you the feeling that you were helping the local economy by using these and other services such as taxis and buses. It was also a wonderful way to sample the varied local cuisine.
This is an excellent walking tour. The guides are welcoming, know the islands and very friendly. The accommodations are all comfortable, with great breakfasts. Walking the beautiful trails and swimming in the turquoise sea with wonderful fellow travelers was a fantastic experience. There is so much to see in these beautiful islands that I feel sure I will be back to see other islands where Nofootprint runs walking tours.” Russel, Australia
CYCLADES WALKING & ISLAND HOPPING
10 April
“Annie, once again, you’ve managed to give us a unique experience of Greece and a wonderful walking holiday. It wouldn’t be anything like this special without your professional care and great attention to our well being. Thank you. If it were possible I would make it a seven star holiday on tripadvisor.” Gordon & Jeremy, UK
“Annie, thank you for a fantastic holiday. We have been so lucky to have you as our guide to your beautiful country.” Carys, Wales
“Annie, you wear many hats and do an outstanding job. What a joy this trip has been. I will highly recommend this trip to my friends. Fondly!” Nancy, USA
“Dear Annie, it has been a privilege to make your acquaintance and join your tour. It has given us a unique experience and insight into Hellenic life. Also we have been challenged to complete hikes we did not think we could achieve. So thanks for that.
The holiday has been smoothly organised throughout – we have appreciated having the best restaurants and taverns selected for us, the tastiest dishes recommended and the history and culture of the area explained. Many thanks.” John, UK
“Thank for a wonderful experience. I especially enjoyed the hikes which stretched me almost to the limit. I’m sure I’ll return to experience it again!” Lily, UK
SYROS WALKING HOLIDAY
30 March
“Thanks so much. We loved hiking through the hills of flowers and herbs and stone walls.” Mary, USA
NAXOS & SANTORINI SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
1 November
“Hi Annie, just wanted to reassure you that we are back from the Filoti to Zas Circular Trail. It was fantastic! The trail marking is very good and the notes were good too. We didn’t go to the top of Zas because the cloud came in and it was quite windy and cool – but we know we would have managed it if the cloud had not been there.” Don & Linda, New Zealand
SANTORINI, NAXOS & THE SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
17 October
“Dear Annie & Nikos, it was a pleasure walking with you. I planned my trip within couple of days before departure and (thanks to you!) you made it easy and enjoyable. Nikos, your prompt and detailed replies made me commit to this adventure in seconds. Annie, you are great and keep it up. I loved your spirit, knowledge and appreciation for the Greek culture! Through you I was able to relate and associate myself with a local culture! I loved your personality and I’m definitely coming back!” Rena, USA
NAXOS SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
17 September
“Thank you for a wonderful trip. Everything has been smooth and stress free! Your guide books are easy to follow and accurate (I especially love the advice… rest under the olive tree… then walk up the steep hill). I am certain I would not have found so many local secrets without your advice and guidance! I appreciate the support as a solo traveller and value your research and work. Thank you! Efcorestoe!” Brenda, Canada
WEST CRETE WALKING HOLIDAY
5 September
“The guides, Annie and Melita, were fantastic and showed me a part of Greece I never would have seen. I especially loved how they took care of ordering our food and introduced to us to the Cretan delicacies. Meeting new, like-minded people is always a highlight of a group tour. Wonderful holiday in all ways. A great value. Thanks!” Dina & Ralph, USA
WEST CRETE WALKING HOLIDAY
2 June
“Thanks to beautiful Crete, dazzling blue and white, splashing of vibrant flora. But always a generous people, even in the face of tourist rudeness. We are so blessed by Loutro and its people! And without you – your creative problem solving, your commitment to choosing special activities, your willingness to spend all your time with us, your positive attitude and energy, our experience would have been so different. Many efharistos!” Ward and Gale, USA
NAXOS & AMORGOS WALKING HOLIDAY
26 May
“Everything was exciting: the weather, scenery, local food and drinks were marvellous (well, I don’t think there’s an appropriate adjective to describe the kind of emotions the environment provokes). Barren rocks and mountains with peaks touching the clouds, the sun’s warmth, warm and quiet southern nights with almost no light pollution, mountain breeze touch, smell of drying mountain herbs, sound of waves washing the shore, calm deep-blue sea spreading out at the horizon, and rocky walking paths provided quite a refuge from everyday chores of the city life.
Narrow streets of peaceful island villages, small street cafes and taverns with food-sharing dinners and suppers, and tiny local dwellings decorated with plants and flowers remind constantly of what the appropriate human scale actually is. The intricate mix of contemporary dwellings and ancient ruins generated the feeling that time doesn’t reign over this realm and the low level of development made the place feel almost unreal.
So it’s quite difficult to single out the most exciting part of the journey; however, the most unusual experience was a night walk in complete darkness to Aegiali with only stars above, goats bleating (but unseen) and livestock bells ringing all around; the idea was simple but the enjoyment was enormous. This kind of simplicity was the most prominent and attractive feature of the holiday experience. Superb.” Alexander, Russia
KEFALONIA, ITHACA & LEFKADA WALKING HOLIDAY
6 May 2018
“The most memorable part was the fact that our excellent Greek guide was able to give us so much information about the islands, and also about Greek life in general. Through her we met a number of locals and felt it was altogether a very Greek experience. Daphne could be flexible and adapt walks and activities to our preferences.
We had a fascinating mountain walk with a local herbalist who showed us countless plants and explained their medicinal or other uses. Daphne was not only patient, tireless and informative, but she was also very good company! The beauty of the islands was also memorable. Excellent. The description beforehand was very accurate and our guide, Daphne, could not have been better. Thank you.” Crista, UK
MILOS & SIFNOS WALKING HOLIDAY
12 May 2018
“Another very special and memorable holiday – a great mixture of fun and special moments; times to truly remember. Thank you.” Gordon, Scotland
“Thank you for a really fantastic week – I enjoyed it all but the one minor mishap. You have a great sense of humour and wonderful laugh. Hope you have a good summer and see you next year!” Cherry, UK
“Thank you for all the fun, the challenges of the walks (!) – your good sense of humour, selection of restaurants, and your information about the islands. I loved it and hope to return for another week. All the best.” Therese, USA
“Thank you for my introduction to Greece! It has been an incredible trip. I loved the hikes, swims, food and most of all your leadership for all we experienced. All the best.” Deborah, USA
SANTORINI, NAXOS & THE SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
20 April
“Dear Annie, I had the greatest time. I can’t believe my legs lasted the 2 weeks – it must have been your charming personality helping to keep the aches and pains away. The Small Cyclades are wonderful and I certainly hope to be back. Thank you ever so much!” Susan, NZ
“Thanks. You showed us the best time and how worthwhile it is to get off the beaten track and see the Small Cyclades. Had a wonderful time!” Deb, NZ
NAXOS & AMORGOS WALKING HOLIDAY
7 Αpril 2018
“Annie has shown me the best of Naxos & Amorgos – an experience I never could have had on my own. All the fascinating tales of village and island life and history! The quaint taverns with amazing food and raki,, the beautiful flowers and their uses, the lovely company… all have made my holiday extra special. The islands are beautiful, but made more so with such an entertaining, thoughtful and knowledgable guide.” Jocelyn, UK
SANTORINI & NAXOS SELF-GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
5 Nov 2017
“Thank you again for all your help in planning my Greek hiking holiday. I enjoyed the wonderful hikes, our conversations, the meals, hotels and best of all sharing this special time with you… Take good care. Big hug.” Justine, Canada
NAXOS & SANTORINI WALKING HOLIDAY
5 Oct 2017
“It was truly a wonderful experience…I would not hesitate to do another trip this way. Having local guides like you to not only map the walks but explain the local fauna and flora, the history and culture and introduce us to taverna owners and others was invaluable. Thank you. Greece was one of the most beautiful and hospitable places I have ever visited and I hope to return to see more. I appreciated the openness and generosity with which people shared their love of the country and the land as well as the hardships and challenges of current political and economic conditions.
The situation on Santorini was particularly troubling – the dependence on tourism in contrast to the obvious and critical degradation of the environment that uncontrolled tourism brings. Although the natural beauty was stunning, the island seemed overrun by tour busses and luxury hotels (even in “low season”). I would definitely recommend Naxos and Crete – both still unspoiled and beautiful. I hope you and others can be supported to keep them that way. We as relatively wealthy Americans will also try our best to travel “lightly” and respect local communities.” Suzan, USA
NAXOS & AMORGOS WALKING HOLIDAY
16 Sept 2017
“Thank you for all the beautiful walks & the best swimming in the Med!” Guinevere, UK
“Thank you!!! What an amazing adventure, I love everything about the Small Cyclades. Keep in touch – let me know if you ever come to Australia! xx” Kyra, Australia
“Another wonderful holiday! New things to see – I loved Mt. Zas and the museum in Naxos town. Thank you for all your efforts. Best wishes.” Peter, UK
“We had a great week with you – up hill, down hill, in the seas, in the taverns! Thanks so much.” Nick, UK
SAILING & WALKING HOLIDAY
26 Aug 2017
“Thank you so much for being such a perfect guide and showing us so many beautiful things and places. It was our first sailing experience and we absolutely loved it! Dear Antonis, our “seabreeze captain”. Thank you for your smile, your good humour and for being such a great skipper! we will miss you both and hope we will meet again. Thank you again for this great experience & the good laughs. Kisses & hugs.” Sylvie & Volker, Switzerland
“Dear Annie & Antonia, It’s been a pleasure meeting you and spending a week together. Kimolos will be hard to forget, Sifnos’ paths were a lovely surprise. The beginning at Marpissa and the ending at Prodromos make the perfect frame of this wonderful experience. This was our first sailing week and the first of many others. We will just remember the pills for Maurizio. Thank you. See you next year!” Serena & Maurizio, Italy
“Dear Annie & Antonis, another fantastic experience on and under the waves or the paths of the Cycladic islands under the constant blow of the Aegean Sea… we didn’t only visit fantastic places but also once again met new people that became our friends. We filled our batteries for the long winter that is awaiting for us in Innsbruck. Kisses.” Katerina & George, Greece
MILOS & SIFNOS WALKING HOLIDAY
3 June 2017
“Thanks for a great week! The 2 islands we explored were both so different from each other – made for a great experience. It was also brilliant that each day we had the possibility for frequent swims, needed to cool down! Enjoyed the variety of information you had on the islands. All the best.” Leanne, Australia
“Thank you for making our holiday so good. Following your introduction to the Cyclades, we will definitely come back, especially to Sifnos. You gave us everything we want from a holiday, good walks, good food, lovely beaches and coves and lots of interesting information about the places we visited. Thank you!” Kathy & Ian, UK
NAXOS & AMORGOS WALKING HOLIDAY
27 May 2017
“Thanks for a really enjoyable week in Naxos & Amorgos. I have enjoyed our walks exploring the parts of the islands that many people never sea…” Neil, UK
ANDROS & TINOS WALKING HOLIDAY
6 May 2017
“Thank you for a wonderful visit to Tinos. I have so enjoyed the walks, and learnt so much about the island’s unique culture. Thank you for planning a fantastic itinerary every day. I feel inspired and invigorated!” Carys, UK
“Annie, you have the magic touch when it comes to holidays… and people… a rare gift but very precious. Thank you again for a week full of fun, laughter, seeing amazing Greece and your company.” Gordon, Scotland
“Thank you for beautiful days in the sun, with great food, marvellous landscapes, a lot of knowledge, atmosphere, culture, landscapes, botany, the people. You make us feel welcome and comfortable.” Erik, Norway
NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
29 April 2017
“Many thanks for making our return to Greece and our first visit to Naxos and the Small Cyclades so enjoyable. We particularly appreciated the chance to get away from the usual tourist centres and spend time in beautiful, quiet countryside. This is how we like to walk!
Wonderful weather too – you obviously have friends in high places! Another facet of this special holiday was the small, friendly nature of the accommodation selected for us. Just right. Iraklia was without doubt our favourite stop, so quiet,, so relaxing and Nikos so hospitable. Last but not least, our thanks to you for sharing your extensive local knowledge with us. It makes all the difference.” Honor & Jamie, UK
Naxos, Iraklia & Amorgos came to life for us under your guidance. Your willingness and ability to share with us your extensive knowledge of the history, flora and fauna and local traditions has been greatly appreciated. It was fantastic to witness your respect of and passion for the environment – you personify the “nofootprint” ethos. Thanks for the friendship, great food and the many laughs shared with Andrew, Jane and Jamie and Honor. Fond regards and best wishes for a successful season ahead. xx” Joy & Ken, Australia
“Bravo! The things beyond your control were perfect – the group was great and the weather superb. Of course the scenery was awesome, the things you can control – wonderful!!! You had everything planned and were forever looking after our best interests, whether we knew it or not! The walks were great and you chose which to do and the routes to take to suit the group – well done. Love & best wishes from Andrew & Jane xxx.” Jane & Andrew, Australia
MILOS & SIFNOS, WEST CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
15 April 2017
“We have had a lovely week with company well organised everything by Annie. Fabulous walks with sea views and spring flowers and the aroma of herbs in the breeze. My third holiday with Annie who is always in good form. Thanks a lot for everything and see you again sometime. Much love.” Anne-Marie, UK
“What an amazing holiday in Milos & Sifnos! My first time in the Greek islands! A trip that will not be forgotten! Will have to come back to the lighthouse at Kamares… some day soon! Thanks again for the amazing week – everything was organise to a T! The company was grand!” Maja & Carrie, Holland
SANTORINI, NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
18 March 2017
“Thank you for this amazing walking holiday in Santorini & Naxos. Wonderful islands! I loved spending time in nature, with Ed, Emma, Kim, Sze Mei and you Annie. All our adventure trips were so much beautiful and surprising. I’ll come back to Greece, definitely.” Lea, France
“Thanks so much for a wonderful time – loved every bit of our trip. Greece is a wonderful country with warm people and very very yummy food! Really appreciated the care that you’ve taken to ensure my dietary restrictions don’t stop me from enjoying the local cuisine. I’d definitely recommend your services to my friends – loved the variety each day had been. All the best to you!” Sze Mei, Malaysia
“A BIG “TERIMA KASIH” (Thank you) Annie for giving us such an unforgettable time in Greece. This is one of my best holidays ever and because of you, I’m now hooked with walking holidays. Thanks for the wonderful introduction to the Greek cuisine, you never fail to surprise us every evening with the wonderful finales of great food after a long day of walking. I really hope to be back and to have you guiding us on many more explorations of this amazing country called Greece! Love.” Kim, Malaysia
“Our first trip to Greece far surpassed our expectations. The wild flowers were out and colourful, the weather was sunny and comfortable for walking, and although many places were still closed Annie found delicious food and comfortable places to stay. As we travelled from Santorini to Naxos we found the hikes increasingly interesting and diverse… Thanks to Annie, our walking was never boring – always something new to see and learn. Thank you for a wonderful two weeks of exploring Greek islands filled with beauty and history.” Emma, USA
“Annie, thank you for your guidance through our walking holiday. Form me it was a perfect way to spend two glorious weeks walking and enjoying great views and history. I appreciated my quiet time walking while you and Emma solved all the world problems. I will definitely remember “Skopelitis” in a good adventure way. I will also recommend this tour to our friends back home. I took more pictures on this trip than any other one, and I will send you the good ones.” Ed, USA
NAXOS & THE SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
17 September 2016
“What an amazing holiday! The people, food and landscape, especially seeing the other islands from Mt Zas – amazing! The local people are really friendly & helpful and their cooking is fantastic! This was the best organised walking holiday we’ve been on and that was totally down to the Guide – nothing was too much trouble and she went out of her way to help us. We will be back in spring next time for the flowers. Thanks.” Joanne & Ewan, UK
WEST CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
1 June 2016
“I had a fantastic holiday. Ten out of ten possible. Walking in beautiful landscapes, visiting fantastic beaches and wonderful villages, meeting Greek people and eating great food. The guide was large part of that. Very professional and with a big heart. xx” Eric, Norway
“Loved Milos… great guide and beautiful lady… great company… super colours, what more? Happy travels.” Jill, UK
NAXOS WALKING HOLIDAY
14 May 2016
“I’m already thinking about my next trip to Greece! Your thoughtful attention to detail before my arrival and all through the week made this a truly memorable and delightful experience. Thank you so much for introducing me to your beautiful country – and for being such a lovely guide to our congenial group. I hope to see you again either in Greece or when you come to the States. Warm regards.” Susan, USA
“Thank you very much for an excellent guided trip in Naxos. We enjoyed it very much and we appreciated your expertise in planning out our routes and getting us out there on time. There were many highlights, the ascent to Mt. Zas being one of the best. We enjoyed the company of the other participants and thus met new friends and spent a convivial time at meal times, breakfasts e.t.c. Had it not been for your local knowledge, your expertise in organizing things, the trip would have been anywhere but enjoyable.” Ken & Val, Scotland
SYROS & TINOS WALKING HOLIDAY
30 April 2016
“Thank you for the interesting walks and meals. Also for your help on Thursday with my travelling arrangements! Your “flexible” friend.” Annie, UK
“Thank you for the fab walks and all your knowledge. Also your cheerfulness. Love.” Hannah, UK
NAXOS & AMORGOS WALKING HOLIDAY
23 April 2016
“Thank you for the most wonderful week… if magic can bedescribed as making people see things that are too fantastic to believe, then you have produced magic for us on this holiday… stunning views, wonderful swimming, cultural riches and the special nature of the Greek people. All of this would have been impossible without your knowledge, care and professionalism. We’ll miss your humour, laugh and smile and our return to the UK will seem quite dull without you. I hope the summer goes well and I’m sure we will return.” Gordon & Anne, Scotland & UK
“Annie, It has been a pleasure meting you and going on some beautiful walks together with all the groups. Thanks again and good luck in the future.” Anne, UK
“There can be few better ways of being introduced to the wonderful country of Greece than those days with nofootprint. You brought us into contact with some wonders. These included swimming in little coves with turquoise waters, trekking through the countryside with all the wonders of nature on all sides. Added to this were the architectural delights of the churches and hill top towns. We saw parts of the Easter celebrations in various places including the renowned monastery of Hozoviotissa hanging on the cliffs. The week flew by.” Timothy & Elaine, UK
NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
26 March 2016
“I enjoyed my holiday very much! The scenery was beautiful and the Greek people very friendly. It was great fun walking in the countryside and the information you gave us was very interesting! I met lots of wonderful people. It was a perfect holiday! I’ll be back one day! Best wishes…” Peter, UK
“Thank you, thank you, thank you for an amazing holiday during which I really enjoyed the delegation of all responsibility and just had fun in an absolutely stunning landscape with such great knowledge. Will be back! It has been an amazing first trip to Greece. xxx”Alice, UK
“Thank you Annie & Nikos for an amazing 9 days of hiking on just few of the beautiful Cyclades islands. Jeff and I appreciated the knowledge and passion you have for each of the islands we visited.
We very much enjoyed meeting the locals in the villages you brought us to and sharing with us their way of life. You were a big part in making our first visit to Greece a wonderful and memorable experience. Thank you!” Jo-Anne & Jeff, Canada
SANTORINI, NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
28 March 2015
“Climbing Mount Zas, the birthplace of Zeus on Naxos, and watching a big flock of ravens flying almost out of sight and descending was very special. Also eating island food, including greens picked from the wild and boiled hyacinth bulbs (the place was alive with tasselled hyacinths in bloom) and of course lots of raki on Amorgos in a rustic restaurant that was really our hosts’ home was something I will never forget.
Finally for the first time eating about 50 of the snails I had seen feasting on mandragora (mandrake) throughout our holiday. I hope to climb Mount Olympus with ‘nofootprint’ when I have learned enough Greek!” Steve, UK
“We toured Santorini, Naxos and the small Cyclades with Annie and Daphne. We had two marvellous weeks hiking. The walking was hard at first but got easier. The views, the food and drink and the flora were amazing. We found the people on the islands very hospitable, generous and friendly.
Annie and Daphne were very helpful, knowledgeable and considerate in adjusting the walks to our pace. Being in a small group made the atmosphere very happy and convivial. We will certainly consider another holiday in Greece with ‘nofootprint’.” Alicia, Mexico
“The scenery, food, culture and company were all fantastic. A fantastic introduction to Greece. I will be going back to explore some of the other 1,000 islands!” Sarah, UK
SYROS WALKING HOLIDAY
11 April 2015
“I really enjoyed walking in Syros & seeing the beautiful scenery & wealth of wild herbs & flowers. Also Annie was a great guide and very attentive to us, and helped the group in many ways. Go for it! It’s a very relaxing way of getting to know the islands & meeting the local people. It was great to have a local guide who helped with communication, travel & chose some excellent restaurants.” Catriona, Ireland
WALKING HOLIDAY IN NAXOS
25 April 2015
“Annie thank you for a wonderful week. I have enjoyed every minute. Naxos is a beautiful island with mixed vegetation and beautiful beaches. People are very hospitable and the food is delicious… also we had great company! Thank you Annie and Evaggelos for a wonderful experience. Best wishes and many thanks.” Sandra, USA
“Great memories, well organised trip, thanks for a wonderful time.” Ian, Ireland
“Very relaxing, a real Greek “hanami” (spring flowers everywhere), guided by an enthusiastic and friendly Greek woman! Wild spring flowers everywhere, with Mediterranean blue in the background… even with the odd flamingo in the “laguna”! Esteve, France
NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
29 April 2015
“The Cyclades are breathtaking, and we have loved seeing them up close with our wonderful guide Annie. Wildflower walks through hilltop villages, meals in local tavernas, swimming at lovely beaches – and excellent company. Many, many thanks, Annie, for your insights into Greek nature and culture – and for the chance to rest on those upward slopes!” Mark & Angie, Australia
NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
13 June 2015
“Αγαπητή Annie, ευχαριστώ πάρα πολύ. Ήταν πολύ ωραία! Thanks a lot for an amazing holiday… ελπίζω να σου γυρίσω! Love.” Carina, Holland
“Walking, swimming, exploring the isles of the Cyclades, a wonderful way to be introduced to this extraordinary part of the world. Thank you Annie for a wonderful adventure.” William, Australia
“Thank you very much Annie for a wonderful 9 days. I have experienced so much, learned so much, felt so much… much more than expected! You and the Cyclades have a big place in my heart.” Eric, Norway
CYCLADES SAILING & WALKING HOLIDAY
10 July 2015
“Thanks Annie & Sotiris for showing us much lovely beaches, ports, villages, tavernas around the Cyclades. You showed us Greeks can enjoy themselves in this lovely environment despite austerity. We will spread the word.” Gesche & Michael, Germany & UK
“It was such an enjoyable trip. I was very glad to have found you and sailed with you to different islands in the Cyclades. Each island is beautiful in its unique way. I particularly like Sifnos and Iraklia. Thank you Annie for taking us to the trails and letting us enjoy the spectacular views.
My special thanks to you Annie for helping me jump into the water finally. I wouldn’t be able to do it without you. You are a kind, capable and strong woman. Thank you Sotiris for taking the helm and bringing us to these wonderful places. Greece is a beautiful country. I love it! Wish you all the best!!!” Katherine, China
NAXOS WALKING HOLIDAY
5 September 2015
“Annie thank you for making this a wonderful holiday. It was fantastic to visit different islands and explore the paths and… so many lovely memories to take home…” Chris & Craig, UK
NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
19 September 2015
“Thank you for a wonderful holiday!.. for organising visits and special places & hidden gems!.. and for being so nice! Many wishes.” Mary, Ireland
“Dear Annie, you run a great show – the varied walks & experiences. We really appreciate your sweet smile, and good cheer. Wishing you every best wishes for your business and most especially for yourself and Yasmin. xxx” Cliodhna & Derek, Ireland
“Hi Annie, having a wonderful holiday, thank you… each day better… will definitely be back…” Maureen & Donal, Ireland
“Dear Annie, great to meet after all the emails. Wonderful holiday, walking, company & food. Third time in Naxos and will be back. Best wishes for the future.” Eddie & Eimear, Ireland
“Climbing to the top of Mount Zas on Naxos – birthplace of Zeus… Walking the ancient marble paved mule tracks passing varied landscapes of olive groves, picturesque villages, deep ravines, rocky outcrops and an ever changing coastline where islands appear and disappear beneath startling blue skies, haze and shifting clouds…
The swim in crystal clear sea at Lionas… Wonderful pebbles there too!.. Arriving at the bay of Aegali with the sun setting behind us and the moon rising above the steep slopes of Amorgos… Sunset drinks at Amorgis in Aegali… Breakfasts at Hotel Kymata in Naxos… Seeing a griffin vulture. A feast for the senses! ” Lisa, UK
CYCLADES SAILING & WALKING HOLIDAY
26 September 2015
“Thank you for a wonderful holiday, always loved Greece & Sotiris and Annie reminded me how lovely and quiet the islands are. I forgot how blue the water is & how friendly the Greeks are. Have a good life & if you ever make it to Australia, get in touch. Thank you. Ciao.” Louise & Mal, Australia
“Dear Annie & Sotiris, the walks were fabulous, the sailing invigorating and the company was pleasant. You set everything up very well for us and gave us some great memories. Thank you for a memorable holiday.” Jo-Ann & Gary, USA
“Annie & Sotiris, thank you for an amazing trip! The islands were beautiful and so fun to explore. We loved it all. Love.” Amanda & Matt, USA
NAXOS, SMALL CYCLADES & SANTORINI WALKING HOLIDAY
10 October 2015
“Thanks Annie! I have had the most brilliant week. The walks have been fantastic and the islands are stunning. Everything has been really well organized and it was great to meet you and Nikos and everyone else in the group. THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!” Carrie, France
“Dear Annie & Nikos, thanks for the wonderful holiday. I have had a great time and it has been the highlight of my trip away (I will not forget it for a long time). Everything about it was excellent – the organisation, the type and variety of hikes, the accommodation, the helpfulness and knowledge of the guides, the local cuisine – and even the weather. All the best.” Charlie, New Zealand
SYROS WALKING HOLIDAY
06 March 2014
“Very enjoyable, being out in the wonderful fresh air, beautiful scenery, small plants and scents, and nobody around. We felt very peaceful, and relaxed. Annie prepared us some lovely picnics that we ate on the beach, and once in a small chapel.
Walks are well prepared, all you need is good hiking shoes! We have recommend this holiday to our friends…” Lino & Gillian, Italy & UK
SIFNOS WALKING HOLIDAY
13 April 2014
“Hiking all over the hillsides of Sifnos on ancient trails was a terrific way to see the beauty of the countryside, enjoy the wildflowers and get a strong sense of the island’s history. However, I think the most memorable part will be the good company we had in Annie Antonatou, our guide and host. We learned so much from her during casual conversations about modern day Greece and traditional Greek culture as well. Because of her friendly companionship we felt relaxed and comfortable everywhere we went. Thank you!” Deborah & Dan, Canada
CYCLADES SAILING & WALKING HOLIDAY
14 June 2014
“Annie & Sotiris, thank you for your sailing skills and your friendly attention to try to meet our individual needs. Greatly enjoyed to going to small, family kafenions for dinner and swimming in beautiful waters.” Stephen & Jane, UK
SIFNOS WALKING HOLIDAY
14 June 2014
“I enjoyed the opportunity to walk and see amazing landscapes, villages, remote beaches, meet unique local characters, eat delicious food, get to know the Greek culture. I wouldn’t be able to experience all that on my own! Thank you!” Xenia, Greece
SAILING & WALKING HOLIDAY
28 June 2014
“Annie & Sotiris, thank you for making this a wonderful holiday. It was fantastic to visit different islands and explore the paths and… and… so many lovely memories to take home. We have been visiting Greece for 40 years and we tasted the best food ever in the family run tavernas that you introduced us to. Thanks again.” Chris and Greg, UK
LEFKADA WALKING HOLIDAY
28 July 2014
“Excellent. Each of the walks was special. The holiday was a lovely mix of beautiful walks, experiencing nature, local culture and relaxing on the beach. The food was wonderful. I will be back next year!” Romina, Turkey
LEFKADA WALKING HOLIDAY
30 August 2014
“I had a fantastic time, enjoyed the wonderful walks, the natural environment and the great company! Our guide was very friendly and very eager to share with us his knowledge. Also the food was excellent.” Alex, UK
NAXOS & SMALL CYCLADES WALKING HOLIDAY
19 October 2014
“I experienced Greece, like a local, in the truest sense possible. Annie, the tour leader and guide was always suggesting places and experiences that would help us experience and appreciate the land, its people, the culture and history in the truest sense. I came back from my holiday feeling totally refreshed and also enriched with knowledge of a land that I had until read about in my history books! Our interactions with the locals were so enriching and a definite eye-opener! To me, life in Greece epitomized simplicity and that is endearing to say the least!
I may have booked my holiday tour driven by curiosity to see and experience the country, but I came back loaded with an experience of a lifetime and made friends for a lifetime! I didn’t just come back from a holiday, but I came back with an experience that echoed – ‘I lived in Greece, like a true local and experienced life in Greece in its truest sense – be it lunching with locals, exploring old castles or sitting on the edge of a cliff looking over the Aegean sea or plucking olives as we walked past little villages and smiling at the villagers and arriving famished at the local restaurants to be treated to delicious Greek salad with fresh veggies’ and Annie made that possible!” Sarita, India
CYCLADES SAILING & WALKING
6 April 2013
“Hi Annie, before I start work, I just wanted to drop you a quick line to thank you and Sotiris for your hospitality last week. It really was a week to remember! I have a feeling you may be seeing us again some time in the future! Best of luck to you both with Mystic Blue, and with FatCut. I hope you have a good Easter. Kind regards.” Kathy, UK
CYCLADES SAILING & WALKING
1 June 2013
“Dear Sotiris, Daphne thank you for a fantastic voyage. The sailing was great fun. The hikes always took us to beautiful places we would never have seen without you. “A Greek/Cuban Castro-phile in Kastro, who made strange mojitos, who would have guessed?” Good luck on your next voyage and all your adventures… Hope to see you again, maybe when you make the trans-Atlantic trip.” John, Pat, Joe, Mike, US
CYCLADES SAILING & WALKING
15 June 2013
“Dear Annie & Sotiris, what a wonderful week we have had with you both onboard Tahita in strong winds and onshore with Annie walking & swimming. We never imagined the diversity in the islands. Some of the highlights we will never forget are the Italian influence in the architecture of Syros, eating goat on Paros, evening and early morning hikes on Iraklia with spectacular views of the Aegean islands and surprisingly beautiful caves full of stalactites. Dinner at “my local” taverna on Iraklia was a memory we will treasure. Thank you, thank you, thank you for these memories and so many more.” Fiona, Lonny, Sophia & Jacquline Middleton, Canada.
“Dear Annie & Sotiris, thank you for both for a wonderful week exploring some amazing islands in the Cyclades. We hadn’t expected such diverse scenery and amazing views and big thanks to Annie for making the walks so enjoyable and sharing her great knowledge of the flora & fauna. Eating out was memorable, enjoying the Greek specialties whilst taking in the atmosphere, hospitality and fabulous views. We loved “try local” taverna on Iraklia too, probably our favorite. Thank you for making our trip so memorable and our very best wishes to you both.” Steve & Isabellla, UK
CYCLADES SAILING & WALKING
6 July 2013
“Sotiris and Konstantina, thank you so much for introducing us to your world of Greek culture and allowing us to experience a kind of beauty we never could have otherwise. Konstantina – your cooking was outstanding!” Teresa & Emily, USA
CYCLADES SAILING & WALKING
21 September 2013
“Dear Annie & Sotiris, What a brilliant week we have had with you both at the boat. It was a great introduction to sailing and the weather and the islands surpassed our expectations. Sifnos was beautiful and Iraklia was a totally unique experience. We have learned so much about the islands and we would have missed lots of this. Thank you both!” Pady & Kate, UK
“Dear Annie & Sotiris, It was a joy to see you both again and meet a lovely new group. Had another lovely week with you all. Special thanks to Annie for all your energy – makes it so easy to see a lot in a short time and I love the Cyclades – now my second time. I will bottle a little of it to take home to the UK winter.” xxx Annie-Marie, UK
SYROS WALKING HOLIDAY
16 October 2013
“Very relaxing and enjoyable. People were very friendly and nice. Great food.” Liz, UK
CYCLADES SAILING & WALKING
23 June 2012
“Annie & Sotiris, thank you for the amazing time sailing and exploring this week – what an adventure! There has been time to relax, sunbathe and snorkle, fantastic walks, wonderful food and some exhilarating sailing. I have loved it and felt like I have spent the week with friends I have known for ages. It has been brilliant to be involved in the sailing and to take the helm in the wind! You have both been such wonderful hosts and made us feel like home. I’ll miss the gentle rocking – but will be back and let others know about Mystic Blue.” Caroline, UK
“Dear Annie & Sotiris, so glad we made it (eventually!). Thank you for showing us some wonderful places – so unspoilt, like paradise. I really enjoyed the sailing too. I will try to remember not to step on the dinghy! Thank you for your company – it was like being away with friends. Happy sailing!” Janx, UK
“Thank you for a wonderful week of bliss. We had such a relaxed time with you and it has been one of these strange holidays where it seems we only started yesterday but also it seems like we have been onboard forever! It has been a ‘decision-free’ week and that is what made it so relaxed. You asked what we wanted and then you made it happen by choosing fantastic taverns and food – that meant we could just trust you to order great food without worrying.
The walks were fantastic – one of the real highlights for us and gave us another new perspective, thank you Annie! And of course the sailing was amazing. The way Sotiris made us think in new ways and allowed us to get involved in sailing was wonderful. We felt in safe hands with him at the helm. The most important things that we learnt was the difference between a salad and a dip! We will be back and will bring the children next time. ‘Let it rain!’. All our love and thanks.” David & Carolin, UK & Germany
“Thank you so much for a terrific week. You have made it very relaxed, flexible and yet we did so much and visited so many fantastic unspoilt and beautiful islands – could never have found these places without you. The sailing – lovely and I learned a more natural way of reading the elements. I’m spoilt for future holidays! I will miss pre-breakfast dips, the group of random folks and you both felt like old friends after just 7 days. Now into our next adventure! With much love and thanks.” Anne-Marie, UK
CYCLADES SAILING & WALKING
6 October 2012
“Dear Annie & Sotiris, a wonderful magical mystery tour. Lovely walks, places and sailing. Not sure if we found the true mystical blue but colours were great. No sight of pirates but the long and fantastic history of the ‘Great Sea’ followed our journey. We are very grateful for your vision and many kindness.” Lawrence and Rosemary, UK
“Fantastic trip! Hopefully we’ll be back for another trip. Thank you for everything. Think of us and enjoy a drink.” Diane & Brian, UK
“Annie & Sotiris, thank you for a beautiful holiday filled with sailing, walking and beautiful memories. I truly appreciate your kindness and sharing your boat with us this past week. I had a fabulous time and look forward to sailing with you in the future.” Dawn, USA
“Thank you for welcoming us onboard and introducing us to these beautiful islands. I have had a wonderful week… the walks, the sailing – sauntering around Amorgos with Sotiris and all the delicious food. I wish you all the best for the future and thank you again for such an inspiring voyage. With love!” Sarah, UK