Full Corfu Trail - Explore the Island From Head to Toe
Duration: 11 days
Trails: T2 trails
Distance: More than 20 km per day
Ascent per day: 500 - 1000 m ascent per day
> Hike the full Corfu Trail in 9 days!
> Stay in cozy local Greek accommodation
> Enjoy olive groves, golden sandy beaches and much more!
> Stay in cozy local Greek accommodation
> Enjoy olive groves, golden sandy beaches and much more!
Hiking the Corfu Trail? Explore the island from head to toe that takes you from south to north. The island is known for its welcoming people and diverse sightseeing. Hike the entire island in just 9 days and enjoy the green nature, long golden sandy beaches and local Greek food.
Corfu is often associated with sun, sea and beach holidays, but the island has much more to offer! Walk along golden sandy beaches, quiet mountain villages, green olive groves and enjoy the eventful history of this beautiful island! Ideal for day hikes or for adventurous people who would like to complete the full Corfu Trail.
Itinerary
Day
1
Arrival on Corfu
Welcome to Greece! Today you arrive in Kavos and are expected in a pleasant hotel. Your overnight stay includes breakfast.
An airport transfer can be arranged at an additional fee of 110 EUR per vehicle. This is optional and can be added to your booking.
Hotel Cavomarina Beach (Kavos)
Day
2
From Kavos to Lefkimmi
Duration: 03:40 h
Distance: 16.2 km
Ascent: 290 m
Descent: 270 m
From Kavos town, you''ll hike south to the official starting point of the Corfu Trail. The first stage will lead you along the southernmost tip of the island and walk up through Arkoudilas Beach towards the town of Lefkimmi. Along the way, you will come across a small local village called Spartera where you can stop for a coffee on the terrace.
Archontiko Danae (Lefkimmi)
Day
3
From Lefkimmi to Agios Georgios
Duration: 03:20 h
Distance: 15 km
Ascent: 190 m
Descent: 190 m
Today is a similar stage to your first day. You start from Lefkimmi and walk towards the west coast. The last 3 kilometers walk along the beautiful coastline of several beaches such as Santa Barbara Beach where you can stop and enjoy the view. Once in Agios Georgies, you will stay in cozy accommodations and watching a sunset or rising is just a few minutes' walk away.
Andriana Apartments (Agios Georgios)
Day
4
From Agios Georgios to Paramonas
Duration: 03:30 h
Distance: 16.3 km
Ascent: 120 m
Descent: 90 m
This stage of the Corfu Trail is mostly along the water and has little elevation gain. Lake Korission belongs to Corfu island and is separated from the Ionian Sea by a beautiful wide walkway and beach. After 4 kilometres along this beautiful coast, you will walk north to the town of Paramonas, where you will spend the night in a local accommodation.
Sotiria (Paramonas)
Day
5
From Paramonas via Dafnata to Benitses
Duration: 04:20 h
Distance: 16.6 km
Ascent: 660 m
Descent: 690 m
Today you walk from the western side of the island all the way to the eastern side of Corfu. You walk through several Greek local villages such as Stroggili, Vouniatades and Dafnata. Enjoy the local Greek culture and the charming streets in the villages. The original fourth stage stops in Dafnata, but due to the few accommodation options, you''ll hike a little further along the Corfu Trail to the larger beach town Benitses.
Hotel Bella Vista Beach (Benitses)
Day
6
From Benitses to Pelekas
Duration: 04:50 h
Distance: 18.6 km
Ascent: 710 m
Descent: 710 m
On this day, you hike from the eastern part of the island back to western Corfu. Along the way, you walk through lots of green nature and you' ll pass olive groves. About 5 kilometres before Pelekas, you will arrive at the village of Sinarades where you can have a break to enjoy a delicious Greek meal.
Pension Alexandros (Pelekas)
Day
7
From Pelekas to Liapades
Duration: 04:00 h
Distance: 17.3 km
Ascent: 330 m
Descent: 410 m
Today you have two options to choose from. You can go for a more challenging variant of the Corfu Trail that takes you along a steep (exciting) climb. However, the route is well-marked and the view is definitely worth the effort! The other option of the Corfu Trail will ensure you have less ascent and descent today. You walk through nature where you are surrounded by tranquillity and beautiful green trees. Both trails eventually reconnect at the village of Giannades, offering you the perfect opportunity to catch your breath before starting your final few kilometers to Liapedes.
Aparthotel Medusa Lux (Liapedes)
Day
8
From Liapades to Pagi Agios Georgios
Duration: 03:10 h
Distance: 12.4 km
Ascent: 400 m
Descent: 450 m
After a couple of longer stages, today a relatively short planning. After a good breakfast in Liapedes, you''ll hike a bit off the coast to a green rocky area of Corfu. You will then walk along forest trails, back to the island's coastline. In Pagi Agios Georgies, you can enjoy the beach and possibly take a refreshing swim in the Ionian Sea.
Hotel San Georgio Boutique (Agios Georgios Pagoi)
Day
9
From Pagi Agios Georgios via Sokraki to Ýpsos
Duration: 06:30 h
Distance: 25.8 km
Ascent: 940 m
Descent: 940 m
Today an intense but beautiful stage is waiting for you. You cross the island again from one side to the other, taking you through different areas. From Pagi Agios Georgios, you hike through olive groves and forest roads to the village of Sokraki. From here, it's a short distance to Ýpsos, where an overnight stay will be booked for you. After a long hiking day, you can relax in this cosy town and recharge for the final stage of the Corfu Trail.
The Seaview Corner Apartments (Ýpsos)
Day
10
From Ýpsos via Old Peritha to Agios Spiridonas
Duration: 06:50 h
Distance: 26.9 km
Ascent: 860 m
Descent: 850 m
This stage is also the longest. After a good breakfast, you hike toward the top of the island. The first part you follow the paths through a forested section of the Corfu Trail. Then the route offers you beautiful distant views across the island to the small village of Old Peritha. The hike continues through green trees and forest paths to the coastal village of Acharavi. From here, you'll go via the top of the island to the final endpoint of the Corfu Trail; Agios Spiridonas.
Hotel Mareblue Beach (St.Spyridon)
Day
11
Departure day
After breakfast, you can check out. We hope to see you soon!
An airport transfer can be arranged at an additional fee of 110 EUR per vehicle. This is optional and can be added to your booking.
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