Mólyvos, Lesvos NEW
One of the best kept secrets of the Mediterranean, the island of Lesvos is an unspoilt paradise of tiny Greek villages, rolling hills and abundant olive groves. The charming hill town of Mólyvos with its vine-covered cobbled streets and picturesque harbour is an ideal base from which to discover this beautiful island.
- An untouched island, perfect for a taste of rural Greek life
- One of the best walking destinations in the Mediterranean
- Pretty 3-star hotel overlooking the Aegean Sea
Detailed information
| Classic Walking programme |
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On these holidays there is a choice of two guided walks of varying difficulty each day.
ITINERARY
Day 1: arrival day |
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Day 2: from Mólyvos wander along winding donkey trails through the hills to the seaside town of Petra, dominated by the Church of the Sweet Kisses.
Day 3: considered a classic walk by the local islanders, we follow ancient trails through the olive groves to visit three historic monasteries before arriving at the spectacular Gulf of Kalloní.
Day 4: visit the tiny hill-top town of Lafiónas and then enjoy a stunning panoramic trail around the mountain top, before descending to the seaside town of Anaxos.
Day 5: free day - spend the day exploring Mólyvos, visiting its many shops and tavernas, or enjoy a relaxing day at the hotel or at the idyllic hot springs on Eftaloú beach
Day 6: explore the olive groves of the interior following pleasant old routes between villages and tiny churches. Visit the ancient bridge of Kremastí and the olive oil making town of Ag.Paraskeví.
Day 7: take a boat trip to the tiny quaint harbour of Skala Sikaminias for a leisurely stroll along the Aegean coastline enjoying stunning views of the Turkish mountains.
Day 8: departure day
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Please Note: The above programme should give you a good feel for the walks at this resort but is subject to change. Each year we listen carefully to the views of our guests and make improvements to our walking programmes. Further information will be sent to you prior to your holiday; however the final selection of walks will be made by your walking leaders.
Local transport to and from walks:
Local transport is not included in the cost of your holiday.
Please allow €75 (approx £60) per week for
local transport (payable locally in Euros), excluding your free day.
Maps
Your leaders will carry a number of maps and guides for this
holiday. If you would like to obtain one for your own enjoyment
it is normally only possible to purchase large scale tourist
maps in the UK. Maps can be obtained by mail order from The
Map Shop, Tel: +44(0) 1684 593146.
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| Footpath information |
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Easier Walks: 5 to 7 miles, generally on good paths and tracks, with up to 800ft of ascent in a day. |
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Harder Walks: 6 to 12 miles, sometimes over rougher terrain, with up to 1,300ft of ascent in a day. |
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| Dates and prices |
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| Thurs 23, 30 April; 7, 14, 21, 28 May |
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425 |
| Thurs 17, 24 Sept; 1, 8, 15 Oct |
649 |
425 |
Single room supplement: £14 per night
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| Average temperatures |
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| April |
18°C |
9°C |
| May |
22°C |
13°C |
| September |
25°C |
16°C |
| October |
20°C |
12°C |
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| Travel to resort |
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Transfer from airport - If you book this holiday 'with flight' you will fly into Mytilene airport. The onward
journey by coach to the hotel takes around 1 hour 30mins.
Latest HF Holidays Flight Information - updated 16/06/2008 (provisional)
First Choice Airways
Gatwick - Mytilene
Out 09:30 - 15:15
Return 16:15 - 18:15
First Choice Airways
Manchester - Mytilene
Out 07:30 - 15:15
Return 16:15 - 20:10
Manchester Flight Supplement: £25
Airport Parking: To book secure airport parking throughout the UK visit Purple Parking or Holiday Extras to book on-line.
Airport Hotels: To book airport hotels throughout the UK visit Holiday Extras to book on-line.
Airport Lounges: To book airport lounges visit Holiday Extras to book on-line.
To reach the hotel:
 Our Airport Hoppa service operates at this resort, offering quick and easy transfers for guests booking their own flights. All prices are per person for single journeys, allowing you to mix and match different transfer options. Transfers must be pre-booked no later than 5 weeks before departure - we will then confirm all the details approximately 3 weeks before your holiday.
From Mytilene Airport
- by hoppa transfer £35 single
- by transfer coach* £15 single
*The HF Holidays' coach is timed to connect with the flights time above.
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| What the holiday includes |
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- Return economy class air travel - 'with flight' option.
- Airport transfers - 'with flight' option.
- 7 nights' accommodation in en-suite rooms.
- Half Board - breakfast & evening meals.
- Services of 2 HF Holidays' leaders.
- 5 guided walks.
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| Where you'll stay |
SUN RISE HOTEL
The pretty bungalows of the
three-star Sun Rise Hotel are set in a peaceful location 2km from Mólyvos. Newly renovated, each of the 75 en-suite rooms have a balcony overlooking the Aegean Sea and the Turkish coast. The outdoor pool and terrace are pleasant for relaxing at the end of the day’s walks.
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