Patmos Remote chappels (14-29 pax)
This tour
is for those Who want to discover the peaceful serene atmosphere that makes
Patmos so unique. The tour will take you into the most distant corners of the
island’s countryside to visit three small chapels and to experience the
mystical harmony that exists between spirit and nature.
The tour Starts from the port Of Skala where a
mini•bus Will transport us along the southern coastal road to the picturesque
green valley of Sicamya. Here lays a tiny chapel surrounded by orange and palm
trees. Renowned as one of the island’s oldest
chapels, it has a small adjoining cave where St. John was said to have baptized
his followers. The atmosphere of both the valley and the chapel’s interior are
a rare treat.
From here we Will drive to the northern part Of
the island past the village Of Kampos and through some of the island’s most
beautiful unspoiled landscape arriving at the fertile valley Of Kalogeron
(meadow Of the monks) on the northwest coast. Taking us back in time we see
fields still being farmed with traditional methods, a thrashing circle,
livestock and a beach With small fishing boats. Here we Will visit the
hermitage and chapel of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary built in 1798 and
home to the monks parthenios partheniadis (1798) and Amphilochios (1883).
Our next stop will be the chapel of St.
Nikolaos (patron saint of the sea), about a 10 minute drive in a westerly
direction, through powerful rugged rocky landscape. Here we Will discover the
wonders Of fresco and icon painting, With walls and ceiling covered in biblical
imagery.
Our tour culminates With refreshments in a
perfect setting With one the most charming and mystical seascape views of the
island. The bus will then retum to the port of Skala.
Ideal departing time: 08:30 -09:30
Tour schedule (organized)
09:00 – Depart to Chapel Sicamya
09:10 – Visit of the Chapel Sicamya
09:40 – Drive to the Meadow of the Monks
10:00 – Visit the Meadow of the Monks
10:50 – Drive to the Chapel of Saint Nikolaos
11:00 – Visit the Chapel of Saint Nikolaos
11:30 – Drive to Vagia
12:00 – Refreshments at Cafe Vagia
12:30 – End of the tour and return to hotel.
Official Licenced Guide - 4 Hours
Official English speaking licenced guide for your tour for 4 Hours.Greek Traditional Meal supplement per person
Fish Meal supplement per person
Entrance fees (Archeological areas)