Gaia's Mythical Cave Hiking, Arachova
Activity Description
An exploration of a mythological place, the Corycian Cave.
We hike through a lush fir forest for about an hour to the Corycian Cave, also known as Gaia's or Pan’s Cave. Dedicated to the God Pan and the Corycian Nymphs, the cave is known not only for its beauty but also for its ancient myth, proclaiming that the cave was visited by divine spirits. It was formed by underground waters in ancient times. Scientific research showed that the cave was inhabited from the Neolithic era and the abundant finds date back from the Neolithic to the Classical period. The cave is connected to Delphi by an ancient footpath pilgrims use to follow in ancient times. We will follow an uphill forest road connecting Arachova altitude plateau central road to the cave.
This hike offers easy going moments in nature and is an opportunity to learn all about Greek mythology.
Highlights
- Discover the wild National Park of Mt. Parnassos
- Visit a mythical cave
General Info
- Duration: 2,5 - 3 hrs
- Distance: 6 km hiking
- Ascend: 300m
- Descend: 300m
- Active period: April - November
Detailed itinerary:
- 09:00 Meet in Livadi Arachova Altitude plateau
- 09:30 - 10:30 Hike to the cave
- 10:30 - 11:00 Visit the cave / snack break
- 11:00 - 12:00 Hike back to the starting point
Participation requirements
- Basic physical condition
- Age 8 to 75 years
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Cancellation policy
- Cancellation 72 hours or more prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are automatically reimbursed for the full activity price.
- Cancellation between 24 hours and 72 hours prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are entitled to a 50% reimbursement
- Cancellation 24 hours or later are what we call last-minute cancellations. No reimbursements will be effected
* If the activity is canceled by the activity provider (due to weather, non-completion of minimum entries, force majeure, etc.), the price of your activity, is refunded in full.
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Location
Meeting Point
Region: Arachoba, Boiotia
Address: Arachova Livadi altitude plateau central road. «Micro Café» cafeteria