It is still early in the morning when we set off for the Vikos Gorge. The sun is just rising and the sky is pink, orange and blue. We begin our tour in the mountain village of Monodendri, whose ...

This is, by some measures, the very deepest canyon in the world. Awesome, echoing, grandiose, and thickly forested from fearful depths to snow-scarred peaks. But where is this? America? Australia?

The Vikos Gorge lies in the North Pindus Mountains in the historic area of Epirus. This almighty gorge is a true wonder of the natural world and has been dubbed the “Greek Grand Canyon”. Article ...

Wandering on foot offers a different way to see the world, particularly if you walk in someone else’s footsteps. Britain-based On Foot Holidays offers a new self-guided trail itinerary that takes ...

“This is what we call rafting therapy,” says our guide Spyndoula, as we snake our way through the sheer-drop walls of the Vikos Gorge, oars rhythmically stroking the water. Luminescent dragonflies ...

Vikos Gorge is a natural wonder which offers miles of walking trails with awe-inspiring views. The gorge lies at the heart of Epirus, Greece, and runs from Tselepovo to Kleidonia. Its depth varies, ...