Harriet's Hydra Horses Treks

Starting from the stables we go up the zig-zag road with wonderful views of Hydra harbour at each bend. Being on horseback you will see over the wall of the Agios Fotini Monastery. Passing on, we start our return ride at the top of the next valley. You'll see the Gorogiannis Mansion and the wells at 'Kala Pigadi' as we continue down Miaoulis Street before turning off to trek along the rambling streets of Hydra Town to get back to the stables.

Route: Country & town lanes. 

Level : All standards. 

Duration : 30 minute circular route.

Cost : €30 per horse.

Any additional time required will be charged at €20 per half hour and only possible if there isn't another trek booked after.

Route: Country & inland roads. 

Terrain: Level & gentle steps. 

Level : All standards. 

Duration :60 minute circular route.

Cost : €40 per horse.

Any additional time required will be charged at €20 per half hour and only possible if there isn't another trek booked after.

Description: From Hydra harbour, 35-minute outbound trek going inland to the church of St. Konstandinos the Patron Saint of Hydra. 30-minute rest allowed at the turning point for photos (overlooking Hydra port) and refreshments (not include)

35-minute return trip following the same route.

Route: Inland road. 

Terrain: Inclined, level, zig-zag road.

Level : All levels. 

Duration: 1.5 hours circular route.

Cost : €50 per horse.

Any additional time required will be charged at €20 per half hour and only possible if there isn't another trek booked after.

Description: From Hydra harbour, 45 min. outbound trek west along the coast road to Kamini Harbour, turning inland to Vlychos & continuing back down to the coast. 30 min. rest at the turning point for photos & refreshments (not included). 45 min. return trip following the same route. Alternatives: Possible to end trek at the Enalion for lunch or a swim, then return by foot or take Enalion boat back to Hydra harbour (cost not included in trek price). If you stop to eat at the Enalion, please speak to your waiter before you order to let him know you were dropped off by Harriet's Hydra Horses to get a 10% discount.

Route: Coast & inland road. 

Terrain: Level road, country tracks & steps.

Level : All standards. 

Duration : 1 hour outbound, 5-10 min break and 45 min return.

Cost : 1 hour €60 one way, or 2 hour €70 return per horse

Any additional time required will be charged at €20 per half hour and only possible if there isn't another trek booked after.

From Hydra harbour, 1-hour outbound trek inland to the closest monastery to Hydra port. 30 min. rest allowed at the monastery for photos (of the exterior, access to the monastery cannot be guaranteed) & refreshments (not included). 1-hour return via the same route.

Route: Country & town lanes. 

Level : All standards. 

Duration : 2.5 hours.

Cost : €75 per horse.

Any additional time required will be charged at €20 per half hour and only possible if there isn't another trek booked after.

From Hydra harbour, 1 hour 15 mins outbound trek inland to the Chapel of Ag. Nicholas in the area called Pevyes. 30 min. rest allowed at the chapel for photos of exterior, surrounding countryside as well as access to the interior & refreshments (not included). 1 hour 15 mins return via the same route.

Route: Inland road then country tracks.

Level: Intermediate to advanced.

Terrain: Inclined, rugged tracks.

Duration: 3 hours

Cost: €85 per horse

Any additional time required will be charged at €20 per half hour and only possible if there isn't another trek booked after.

From Hydra harbour, 80 min outbound trek inland along winding, a level road to the back of Hydra town heading up towards St Konstandinos but turning off to continue further inland and St. Nicholas monastery.

Route: Inland road/few country tracks.

Level : All standards. 

Terrain: Inclined, rugged tracks and some coastal roads.

Duration : 3 hours

Cost : €85 per horse.

Any additional time required will be charged at €20 per half hour and only possible if there isn't another trek booked after.

This trek is to Palamida approximately 3 kilometres from Hydra harbour (or to a natural beach between Vlychos and Plakes, depending on the phase of the moon and whether there are people on the beach). The outbound trek heads west along the coast road to Kamini Harbour, turning inland to Vlychos village & continuing along coast track to Vlychos Plakes beach then continues along the coast track to the shipyard and harbour at Palamida.

The actual trekking is approximately 3.5 hours there and back, but plenty of time is allowed for all riders to have a turn at swimming with their horse. For safety, I accompany each rider and their horse one at a time (or more if one of my helpers are with me), escorting them to ensure no accidents happen.

BRING WITH YOU: small backpack with swimming costume, towel and sea shoes in case you have to dismount (not flipflops as they float away) (Trainers work well but you will need a day to dry them out!). Suntan lotion is a must! Avoid riding back in salty swimwear as it will rub when dry and make you very sore.

Please note that this trek can only be booked between June - mid-October when the sea is warm enough for my horses (& riders!). This trek can be booked out of season but only if you are staying on Hydra for more than one night in case it has to be moved due to cold or windy weather.

MINIMUM 2 Persons: Please note that if you are coming on your own, I will do my best to combine your request with someone else who is on their own and also wants to do this trek.

TIME: Please note that this trek is only available in the morning starting at 08:00 and returning by 12:00.

Route:  Coast & inland road.

Level : All standards.

Terrain: Level road, country tracks & steps.

Duration : 4 hours.

Cost : €105 per horse.

(Only available June-Mid Oct, subject to weather)

Any additional time required will be charged at €20 per half hour and only possible if there isn't another trek booked after.

This comprehensive trek takes in many villages along the way with a 10 min break at each point for photography. Starting out from Hydra harbour, 3.5 hours outbound trek along the coast to Kamini Village then inland to upper Kamini, to Vlychos, then to Vlychos Plakes, along the coast road to Palamida, turning inland straight up to Episkopi and on to the turning point at Klimaki, (overlooking Nisiza Beach). Return trek via same route, again with stops for photo opportunities along the way. The price includes a packed lunch. I provide water and juice, fruit, fresh bread, graviera cheese, salami, a salad, with crisps and cookies too. Lunch will be taken outside at St Marina where there is shade from trees, 30 mins allowed.

Pack mule provided for this trek to carry cooler box with ice, 1.5ltr bottle of water provided per person included in price (and to carry any other items).

Route:  Country tracks & coastal roads

Level : All standards.

Terrain: Inclined, rugged tracks & some coastal roads.

Duration : 6 hours.

Cost : €150 per horse.

Picnic included (Not available May-September)

Any additional time required will be charged at €20 per half hour and only possible if there isn't another trek booked after.

This trek is to the end of the island (3 hours). From Hydra Harbour, up the zig zag road to the cemetery, then on to pass Ag. Matrona Monastery, stopping for 30 min break at Profitis Ilias chapel (half way) before continuing to Panagia Zourva the largest of Hydra’s monasteries. Included in the total time is a 1 hour stop at the monastery. Entrance to the monastery is not guaranteed although it is very likely that guests will be invited in. Return via the same 3 hour route with a 30 min rest break. Lunch will be taken either at Profitis Ilias or at Panagia Zourva as preferred.

Pack mule provided for this trek to carry cooler box with ice, 1.5 ltr bottle of water provided per person included in price of trek. Riders need to bring their own food & additional water/soft drinks.

Route:  Country tracks.

Level : Intermediate & advanced.

Terrain: Inclined, rugged tracks.

Duration : 8 hours.

Cost : €180 per horse.

(Not available May-September)

Any additional time required will be charged at €20 per half hour and only possible if there isn't another trek booked after.