Cycle the Islands of Greece9th May 2025
From:£3,950
Summary
Discover the enchanting islands of Greece on this 9-day island-hopping cycling adventure. Designed for all levels of fitness, this light/moderate challenge covers approximately 232 km of stunning terrain across five cycling days.
Your journey begins in Athens, where you'll meet your challenge leader and fellow adventurers. After a night in the Attica Coast Hotel, set sail from the marina aboard a splendid privately chartered yacht, your home for the next week. Explore Poros Island's scenic edges and quaint town of Ermioni, free from mass tourism. Circle Spetses, an island known for its beauty and history, before sailing to Paralio Astros.
Cycle through ancient olive groves and rolling hills to Leonidio, a town blending tradition and modernity. Experience Greece's most exquisite cycling route from Leonidio to Kyparissi, hugging the ocean's edge on pristine tarmac with minimal traffic. Enjoy a leisure day on Hydra, a vehicle-free haven with hiking trails and a vibrant port, followed by a short sail to the charming island of Poros.
Conclude your cycling adventure on Aegina, famous for its pistachios and lush pine forests, before celebrating with a dinner on the yacht. End your journey in Athens, with memories of an unforgettable Greek island adventure.
This challenge has been graded as 2 out of 5 for difficulty. Midday temperatures will be warm and there are some nice climbs on some cycling days, however you will be treated to very well-maintained roads throughout, less daily distance compared to some 5 day cycles, and there is a leisure day between cycling days. October will be cooler than May.
Greece
rideLight
9 Days
Registration Fee
This is in addition to your challenge cost.
Self Funded
£3,950
Minimum Sponsorship Target
£3,950
Book NowWhat to Expect
- Cycle through the picturesque islands of the Saronic Gulf, absorbing rich cultures and stunning landscapes.
- Enjoy tarmac roads, high quality road or electric assisted bikes, and very achievable distances.
- Delight in the luxury of a private charted yacht where we sleep and dine between islands.
- Relax on a leisure day in Hydra, exploring its hiking trails and vibrant port free from vehicles.
- Experience the charm of Poros and Aegina, known for their serene ambiance, local delicacies, and breathtaking views.
Day by Day Itinerary
London – Athens
We will first meet at an airport in London for our flights to Athens. Your challenge leader and doctor will be there to greet you before checking in at departures.
On arrival in Athens, we will be met by our ground partners and taken to our hotel for the night, the Attica Coast Hotel.
Please don’t be! The majority of people will sign up for Cycle the Islands of Greece on their own. Once you’ve signed up, we’ll send you a link to a private Facebook group for everyone registered. Please use this space to swap questions, advice and updates with your fellow cyclists on your training and fundraising for charity.
You may also want to reach out to your fellow participants in this group to see if there’s anyone in your local area you can meet up to train with.
