Best for trekking
Western Greece’s Zagorochoria are 46 unique villages all built of stone, surrounding the Vikos Gorge — the second deepest in the world after the Grand Canyon. During Ottoman times, the locals were wealthy merchants; some of their impressive mansions are now charming hotels; their mule paths and fantastical bridges make for beautiful walks in the Tymphi mountains, aka the “Greek Alps”. Don’t miss the spectacular seven-hour trek down the sheer, steep-sided gorge, or bathing in the Papingo rock pools; in autumn the colours are magical.
Make it happen
Traditional little stone-built inns are the rule here: the Katikia Zagori in Vitsa is one of the best, with superb mountain views and a sumptuous breakfast to start the day
