Get in touch with nature!
The area of Apokoronas and its villages are the best spots for hiking or other outdoor activities. Its diverse landscape, hiking trails, gorges, flora and fauna make Apokoronas an ideal destination for adventure enthusiasts.
Most of the area’s villages have signposts with directions mentioning the existing hiking trails by Chania Trails. Visitors can follow different routes, but the nearest to Aptera Village is the well-maintained trail “Katochori – Diktamos Gorge – Stylos”. This trail is 7.5km long, you need approximately 2h35 to complete it, and you will have the chance to visit the Gorge of Diktamos, also known as the gorge of Stylos Village, where the Cretan herb dittany grows. This gorge has many plane trees, oleanders and a distinctive orientation from East to West (in contrast to other gorges).
Upon finishing this trail, you can stop for lunch in the village of Stylos, where there are many small tavernas with great Cretan food. Also, you can visit one of the local Greek Orthodox churches, like the church of Panagia Zerviotissa and the Church of Saint John Theologian.
In addition to the existing hiking trails, we can arrange for you, upon prior request, excursions or tours in cooperation with tour operators. For more details, you can contact us before your arrival so that we can inform you about availability and costs based on your needs.
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