Lastos Hike: Exploring Green Forests, Historic Buildings, and Spectacular Views

You meet your guide who takes you and the other guests up to Lastos, near the highest mountain of Karpathos at 700m above sea level. From there you walk to the lush green forests or Lastos with spectacular viewpoints and historic buildings.

Duration: 4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Lastos - You have probably heard about the Kali Limni hike from Lastos. What you might not have heard about is the Lastos hike that takes you from the monastery of Archangelou Mychael through pine-tree forests, spectacular viewpoints where we can see Kyra Panagia and the fertile land in Mertonas which provides Pigadia with water, to waterfalls in the winter and spring.

This hike takes you off the grid in a fantastic way that might not be for the hiker who has fear of heights. This tour takes our breath away immediately. Old stavlos and the fertile land gives us a clue about the settlers that once took advantage of this land and made it their own. Goats and sheep are following us along the path, and do not feel alarmed when their bells are ringing in the distance. They are as much part of this land as the rocks we are walking on. Take a minute to feel the quietness of this beautiful landscape when your guide stops the group for a coffee or a snack. Don’t forget our motto – take only pictures, leave no trace.

What's Included
  • Walking stick (on request)
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Location
Auto Tour Karpathos
Across the Miramare Hotel you will find our van waiting for you next to the AutoTour car rental office in Pigadia.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Quintastanzavox
Aug 8, 2024
Unique views - Amazing hike sorrounded by enchanting views and perfumes of mediterranean sage and thyme. Renata has been a perfect, energetic tour guide: well prepared and full of enthusiasm, she has been able to inspire us with interesting stories, to discover a different Karpathos. Definitely worth it!
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Y9402rckarins
Aug 7, 2024
Top hike - Super nice walk with beautiful views. Guide Renate tells a lot about the nature we encountered along the way and life on Karpathos. My two daughters aged 14 and 16 also liked it!
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C2007ymjh
Aug 2, 2024
Beautiful views and fine guide!! - Super nice views, really super cool! Enough rest moments and shade to sustain the walk and the views are totally worth it. Very nice tourguide who knows a lot about the area and nature, so you will also learn a lot about Karpathos during the walk
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217sz
Jul 13, 2024
A must-try activity while in Karpathos - The trail itself was wonderful, with great views, and just as challenging as one would hope. The guide, Renate, was wonderful - she is incredibly joyful and helpful, and shall surely answer any question one might have, which I believe I thouroughly tested :) One might also have a chance to meet her lovely dog! A wonderful experience overall that is a definite must-do if you’re visiting Karpathos.
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Getaway02303231177
Jun 27, 2024
Nice hike on Karpathos guided by Jax and Renate - We did the Lastos hike by Art & Walk. While Jax kept us on trail, Renate told us lots of interesting and fun facts. Stunning views, nosy goats and a shot of raki at the end. If you are on Karpathos, don' t miss it!
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Maps64518549915
Jun 5, 2024
Josefin & Robin - The trip was amazing. The guide Renate was like a ray of sunshine, has great knowledge of the island and is a real language pro. We highly recommend you to do this hike. Definitely a highlight on our vacation!!
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Moniquehaarlem
May 9, 2024
Professional, enthusiastic guide who knows a lot about the environment, flora, fauna 💫 - Great to do this Lastos hike with top guide Renate. She made it a relaxing and interesting hike that is strenuous and offers the most beautiful views. It gave us a unique view of the interior of Karpathos and the surprisingly green hills with herbs, flowers and goats. Tip: bring shoes with a good profile and Renate's hiking stick!! Recommended!!
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Jeannettez21
May 4, 2024
Lastos Hike - I have had the pleasure of going on three guided walks with Renate from Art & Walk, and each walk exceeded my expectations. Renate led us through beautiful natural landscapes while providing a wealth of information about the local flora, fauna and the island's inhabitants. Her passion for the environment and community is reflected in her compelling stories. I highly recommend Art & Walk! Advice: shoes with a good profile!
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Haly1993
Oct 25, 2023
Fantastic experience! - We had a wonderfull hike with Renate, a very warm person and the perfect guide for this hike with beautifull views and a bunch of interesting ideas and facts about the surroundings. A certain highlight of our holiday!
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Companion54584999624
Oct 18, 2023
Splendid tour with stunning views - We (two adults and our daugthers aged 18 and 20) just had a wonderful tour with Renate experiencing the landscape and very scenic views. With temperatures in the low twenties and quite a bit of wind, the autumn is a great time for hiking in Karpathos. An absolute recommendation of Art and Walk tours from us :-)
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