ADVERTISING FEATURE
GRECOTEL HOTELS & RESORTS Grecotel is the leading Greek hospitality group, celebrating 50 years of excellence with a unique collection of 40 luxury hotels and resorts across Greece in 15 iconic locations. Intertwined with
Greece’s history and heritage, its portfolio contains a spectrum of product, from luxurious beachfront and all-inclusive resorts to high-end city hotels.
THE CHALLENGE
DAY 1: SCALING CRETE’S HIGHEST MOUNTAIN, MOUNT PSILORITIS
Distance: Six miles (round trip) Elevation: 2,456 meters (Crete’s highest peak) Estimated duration: 6-7 hours (including stops) 'LI¿FXOW\ OHYHO Moderate to challenging
Experience highlights
Q Conquer Crete’s highest mountain, Mount Psiloritis (also known as Ida), with sweeping 360-degree panoramic views across the island, from the White Mountains to the Libyan Sea
Q Hike through rugged, scenic trails rich in mythology and natural beauty
Q Descend into the traditional village of Anogeia, known for its musical heritage and warm hospitality
Q Enjoy a Cretan feast featuring antikristo lamb, slow-cooked in traditional style, and authentic galaktoboureko – a creamy semolina dessert
DAY 2: SAMARIA GORGE – A LEGENDARY HIKE TO THE SEA
Distance: 10 miles Estimated duration: 6-8 hours (including stops) 'LI¿FXOW\ /HYHO Challenging
Experience highlights
Q Embark on a full-day hike through the Samaria Gorge, the second-longest gorge in Europe
Q Trek through dramatic cliff faces, ancient forests and along crystal-clear riverbeds
Q Pass through the famous ‘Iron Gates’, the narrowest point of the gorge at only three metres wide
Q Conclude the hike in the secluded coastal village of Agia Roumeli, with a refreshing swim in the Libyan Sea
Q Dine in a traditional seaside taverna, enjoying local delicacies by the water
Q Board a ferry to Sfakia, followed by a late-evening return to Rethymno
Agents keen to join the charity hike should explain why they wish to take on the challenge at:
bit.ly/3H8vF0l
PICTURE: Shutterstock/Vitalii Matokha
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