Summer on Kythira… too hot to walk? Certainly not, but you have to choose the right moment. Therefore, also in June, July and August, Pyrgos House organises three short guided walks. Frank is your guide, groups are small (min 4 – max 10 participants) and a walk lasts no longer[…]
Chora – full with historical surprises Pyrgos House organizes a pleasant and interesting walk through Kythira’s capital Chora. During the tour, the Sotiras Church (constructed in 1679 by Cretan refugees from Sfakia, occupied by the Turkish) and Estavromenos Episcopal Church will be especially opened for you. Our guide will give[…]
Paleopoli and Avlemonas – where mythology meets history The walk starts at Paleopoli, in the place where according to Greek mythology the goddess Aphrodite arose from the sea foam. We visit here tombs of the Minoan era and the fantastic location ‘Throne of Aphrodite’. While walking on the vast beach,[…]
Pyrgos House is cooperating with Kythirians who love to share their enthusiasm and knowledge about their island. They are working together with nature, either undertaking new challenges or continuing the tradition of their small family businesses started by their parents or grandparents. Artisanal, honest and pure. Cooking during your holiday…?[…]
Tasting pure Kythira! Join our weekly excursions and get inspired by genuine island life. Pyrgos House is cooperating with young Kythirians who love to share their enthusiasm and knowledge about their island. They are working together with nature, either undertaking new challenges or continuing the tradition of their small family businesses started[…]
Tasting pure Kythira! Join our weekly excursions and get inspired by genuine island life. Pyrgos House is cooperating with Kythirians who love to share their enthusiasm and knowledge about their island. They are working together with nature, either undertaking new challenges or continuing the tradition of their small family businesses started by[…]
Tasting pure Kythira! Join our weekly excursions and get inspired by genuine island life. Pyrgos House is cooperating with young Kythirians who love to share their enthusiasm and knowledge about their island. They are working together with nature, either undertaking new challenges or continuing the tradition of their small family businesses started[…]
For adventurous nature lovers, we organize a unique canyoning tour through Kakia Lagada – the Evil Gorge. In springtime and after the first rainfall in autumn, small lakes form and, during the summer, the gorge is without water, but still challenging. The canyoning tour makes your holiday on Kythira complete.[…]
Pyrgos House organizes a canyoning tour in the North-western part of Kythira. From Dourianika you descend into the gorge that ends at Koufogialou on the west-coast. The idyllic bay with its stunning beach and crystal clear blue water is the perfect spot to relax after this exciting tour. Guide Alexis[…]
It is a unique experience to explore Kythira from the sea. Paddling along the sometimes very rugged coast line, floating near impressive cliffs or in surprising caves, relaxing on a deserted beach for a picnic and enjoying a cool dive in the clear blue sea. Pyrgos House organises guided kayak[…]