F.A.Q

Is it easy for me to join?

The hikes we organize are suitable for ages between 12-65, provided they are healthy, without significant musculoskeletal and cardiovascular problems, but also physically fit to walk a few kilometers through forest paths at a slow to moderate pace.  We know a variety of routes with different elements of difficulty (altitude differences (uphill-downhill). We always accompany with the safety of the participants in mind. An easy grading system of difficulty and the level required to participate has been established. So it is easy for one of you to understand in  which route it can take.

Where do the hikes take place?

They take place inside and outside Attica.  Inside, at a distance of up to 1 hour from the center of Athens and outside up to 3 hours by bus or mini bus.  The landscapes are enchanting and sometimes of archaeological or educational interest.  The movement for the excursions within Attica is done with your private vehicles at the starting point specified.  Outside Attica, at central metro points or junctions (eg Kifisias junction). There are no deviations from the route for boarding at other points in Athens.  Our purpose is to carry out one (1), at most two (2) excursions per month, usually Sunday from 8-9 in the morning until 8 in the evening at the latest. After the end of the hike, usually, always optional for someone,  the visit to some tavern in the area.

What are the benefits of hiking?  Why should I join?

Research has shown that the cardiovascular system is improved, weight is controlled and muscles throughout the body are strengthened.  In addition, during the quarantine due to the coronavirus, we all realized the importance of contact with other people, as well as the value of walking as an activity in our lives.  So, on our excursions, you have the possibility to meet new people in your life with common interests of all ages during the hike or on the bus or in the tavern we may visit at the end of our excursion.

Do I need special equipment?

Usually you don’t need to, but the best investment is to buy a hiking shoe.  Comfortable sports clothes, backpack and a raincoat.  In the information of each excursion you will be informed in detail about what you need to have with you.  Entries without suitable footwear (sports) will not be accepted.

Will I be safe?

The routes are designed with safety in mind and basically the degree of difficulty of the route.  Safety is a priority.  Each route is studied, recorded all over Greece on maps and is traced again before we visit it to verify its smoothness.  As long as you also individually follow the instructions and orders of the escort, you have sufficiently understood the rules and conditions of your participation that you can read during your registration for the excursion, then of course the routes are safe.

Participation fee

It depends on many factors that are prerequisites for a perfect event.  On the one hand, from the experience we have as teachers of Physical Education and Sports in sports activities in outdoor areas and especially in the mountains.  On the other hand, from operating expenses such as fuel, the price of fuel, the fee of the escort or in cases of escorts, the distance to the destination, the pharmacy, the VAT and on excursions outside Attica, the lease of the vehicle, the driver and the tolls .

How do I register and pay?

By filling out the interest form with your details and sending it.  You will receive an email with the account details and after paying the amount, attaching the payment receipt and sending it via email.  You will receive a second email confirming your reservation. If you have not paid the price within three (3) days of the declaration of interest, your reservation will be canceled and the place will be given to another interested party.

What is the cancellation policy?

If the excursion is canceled or postponed due to force majeure or failure to meet the minimum number of participants, then your money will be refunded.  If the excursion takes place normally and you cancel your participation at least 48 hours before the departure time, then you will receive your money back again. Otherwise, the amount will be paid normally.  Bookings are constantly repeated and canceled late or do not result in payment, it is a reason not to be accepted in our future actions.  In case you are not satisfied with our excursion, tell us your reasons so that we can give you a gift of your participation in our next excursion.

How do you manage the privacy of the information I submit?

We store and use the information you submit only for administrative reasons of the organization of the excursion, to secure your reservation and our communication with you.  We do not share your information with third parties for any reason and you can ask us to delete it at any time.

What about the measures for Covid-19?

The hiking club as well as the tourist agency that organizes the trips outside Attica, adhere to all the measures recommended by the experts to avoid the spread of the pandemic.  The bus that will transport us is disinfected daily and cleaned to the smallest detail.