Hiking - Palia Strata Route

Palia Strata, as the name itself says (old walk in Greek), follows ancient route once used for communication and trading purposes. Most of its length coincides with the ancient road which connected Minoa with Aegiali.

It is the most popular long-distance route to savour and is passing through the crest of a mountain at an altitude of 350-400 meters, on a coastal path.

Starting: from Potamos, a village above Aegiali port, on a moderate hike and with no important elevation changes.

Ending: to the renowned Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa. 

Step back in time, before reaching the monastery of Ηozoviotissa: Asfondilitis is an abandoned rural settlement with houses made of dry-stone walls. Followingly, explore Kapsala place, the area where monks used to live in natural caves before Monastery’s building.

Let yourself admire the unrivalled sea view of the ‘Big Blue’ and finally enter into the iconic Monastery of Panagia (Virgin Mary) Hozoviotissa – the second oldest monastery in Greece. After this visit, enjoy a stroll around in the beautiful village of Chora.


Usefull Information

Start: Potamos End: Chora Length: 13 km (8 miles) Timing: 8 hrs


Extra Information


Include: Guided visit of the monastery, *transfer to / from Tholaria.

Languages: Guide is offered in English,Greek,French

Minimum number of participants: 2

Women must wear or carry with them long skirts to enter the monastery.

Don’t forget: Walking shoes, hat, 1L water bottle, camera.


*Guests of Vigla Hotel have free pick up transfer for the following activities:

  • Hiking
  • Road Trip
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Hiking - Melania Route

Discover the spectacular beauty and the day-to-day lives of islanders in the picturesque villages of Aegiali bay – Tholaria, Lagkada and Ormos. 

Departure: from Vigla Hotel which is the starting point.

Destination: Lagada (or Langada) village which is right opposite to ours, Tholaria.

1st stop: either Stroumbos village or the famous Panagia Epanochoriani church (dedicated to Virgin Mary)

2nd stop: a traditional cafe for a cup of coffee or a fresh traditional sweet in Lagada.

3rd stop: the remarkable small church (used to be a fortress, the church was built afterwards) of Agia Triada (the Holy Trinity) in Lagada

Last stop: Aegiali for swimming. 

Useful Information

Start: Tholaria
End: Aegiali
Length: 7.5 km (4.6 miles)
Timing: 2 hrs


Extra Information

Include: Guided visit, pastry, *transfer to / from Tholaria.


Languages: Guide is offered in English,Greek,French

Minimum number of participants: 2

Don’t forget: Walking shoes, hat, 1L water bottle, camera.


*Guests of Vigla Hotel have free pick up transfer for the following activities:

  • Hiking
  • Road Trip
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Hiking - Pan Route

Starting: from Lagada, the village opposite to ours, Tholaria, at an altitude of 225m

Ending: to the small church of Stavros, hidden high up in the ridges nearby Krikelos (or Kroukelos) mountain.

We are going to pass by the monastery of Agios Ioannis Theologos. 

Path No 5 passes above the small settlement of Stroumbos – ‘the village with 12 houses and 13 stone ovens’, with no electricity and running water. After an ascent of 30’, Agios Ioannis Theologos monastery appears in front of you at an altitude of 515m. 

Passing through steep and uneven terrain, explore rocky cliffs and scenic highlights that you won’t soon forget before reaching Stavros church. 


Useful Information

Start: Lagada End: Stavros Length: 9 km (5.5 miles) Timing: 6 – 6.5 hrs


Extra Information

Include: Guided visit, *transfer to / from Tholaria.

Don’t forget: Walking shoes, hat, 1L water bottle, camera.


*Guests of Vigla Hotel have free pick up transfer for the following activities:

  • Hiking
  • Road Trip
From 78.00€
71.00€
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