South Aegean Trip Overview
This hiking trip while award you with a different sunset experience, away of the crowds. Even in the warmest days of summer, due to its location, the trail can be pleasant. Beautiful mountain, great for history lovers too.
o Avoid the summer heat by hiking in the afternoon
o Enjoy the sunset from one of the highest points of the island
o Explore Rhodes’ nature on foot – the eco-way
Additional Info
Duration: 5 hours
Starts: South Aegean, Greece
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> Hiking & Camping
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What to Expect When Visiting South Aegean, , Greece
This hiking trip while award you with a different sunset experience, away of the crowds. Even in the warmest days of summer, due to its location, the trail can be pleasant. Beautiful mountain, great for history lovers too.
o Avoid the summer heat by hiking in the afternoon
o Enjoy the sunset from one of the highest points of the island
o Explore Rhodes’ nature on foot – the eco-way
Itinerary
The tour starts from Salakos, a beautiful agricultural village, located on the foothills of the mountain Profitis Ilias. The third highest mountain of the island awaits us to conquer it! The hike ascent its slopes gradually, it is well maintained, not very rocky and suitable also for beginners due to its quality. Most of the trail is under the shade of ilex trees, pine trees and some olive trees. During the uphill, the views are magnificent towards the Aegean Sea, the coastline of Turkey and some nearby islands, like Tilos. When arrived at the meadow, we can admire the famous “Elafos and Elafina” (male and female deer in Greek), former Italian Hotels built on 1929 and 1932 following an Alpine Style of architecture. We will also visit the “Villa de Vecci”, once belonging to the former Italian Governor of Rhodes and the Byzantine church of Profitis Ilias. After a short break and a snack, we start the descent back to Salakos.
At a certain point, time will be given to admire the sunset on the Aegean sea behind the miniature island of Halki. The last part of the hike will find us almost in the dark – so head torches will be provided.
