Greek Island of Euboea
The island of Evia is one of the closest to Athens and yet it is one of the most unknown. That is because Evia is so large that there is much to know about it. Second in size to Crete, it stretches from the tip of the Pelion Peninsula all the way south to the coast of Attika. It’s southern tip is just a short distance from the Cycladic islands of Andros and Kea though unfortunately there is no ferry connection. If there were, more tourists would come here. As it is, because it is so close to the mainland that you can drive to it, Evia has been and remains a popular summer holiday destination for Greeks and Greek-Americans, Canadians, Australians and others whose families originally came from the island.
Euboea – 2 Days-408km trip
1st. Day
Start From our office at 9am
CHALKIDA
87km from Athens – 1h driving
Chalcis (/ˈkælsɪs/;[3] Ancient Greek & Katharevousa: Χαλκίς, Chalkís) or Chalkida(Modern Greek: Χαλκίδα, [xalˈciða]) is the chief town of the island of Euboea in Greece, situated on the Euripus Strait at its narrowest point. The name is preserved from antiquityand is derived from the Greek χαλκός (copper, bronze), though there is no trace of any mines in the area.[4] In the late Middle Ages, it was known as Negropont(e), an Italian name that has also been applied to the entire island of Euboea. (30 Minutes stop)
LOUTRA AIDYPSOU
102km from Chalkida – 2 hours driving
Aidipsos (Greek: Αιδηψός, Greek pronunciation: [eðiˈpsos]) is a village and a former municipality in Euboea, Greece. The municipality Aidipsos was founded in 1997 by the merger of the municipality Loutra Aidipsou with the communities Agios and Gialtra.[2] Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Istiaia-Aidipsos, of which it is a municipal unit.[3] The municipal unit has an area of 115.461 km2.[4] 80 of Greece’s 752 hot springs are located in Aidipsos, making it a popular tourist destination.[5] The spas date back more than 20,000 years.[6] In 2011 the population was 6,141. Many famous personalities have visited the town so far, such as Lucius Cornelius Sulla, Sir Winston Churchill, Eleutherios Venizelos, Theodoros Deligiannis, Georgios Theotokis, Ioannis Kondilakis, Archbishop of Athens Theocletus I, Aristotelis Onassis, Maria Callas, Kostis Palamas, Marika Kotopouli and others. Within the modern borders of the municipal units are the remains of ancient town of Aedepsus.(30 minutes stop)
VASILIKA
22km from Loutra – 30m driving – swimming/lunch
Welcome to Vasilika, a paradise for swimming enthusiasts in Evia, Greece! Located on the stunning shores of the Aegean Sea, Vasilika offers a haven of crystal-clear waters and beautiful beaches.Dive into the refreshing turquoise sea and feel the warm embrace of the Mediterranean sun on your skin.
With its picturesque coastal charm and inviting waters, Vasilika of Evia promises a memorable swimming experience that will leave you refreshed and rejuvenated. Dive in and let the magic of the Greek coastline envelop you! (30 Minutes stop)
AGIOS IOANNIS ROSOS
42km – 50m driving
Saint John, born in Russia in 1690, experienced war with Turkey in 1711. Captured and enslaved, he faced oppression and attempts to change his faith. Despite this, his virtuous behavior gained sympathy, allowing him to practice religion. He performed caretaking and animal care tasks with love. At 40, he fell ill and passed away. Initially buried in the church of St. George, his body and holy relic were placed in a marble urn. In 1832, the relic was thrown into a woodpile but miraculously remained intact. Today, the shrine attracts people seeking healing. In 1924, the relic was brought to Evia, Greece, by Christian inhabitants of Procopius. Transported by the ship “Vasilios Destounis,” a temple was constructed in 1930, completed in 1951. (30-minute stop)
KYMI
153km from Vasilika – 3h driving
The beautiful town of Kymi is built on the eastern part of the prefecture of Evia and it boasts the most important artificial harbour of the prefecture. It is amphitheatrically built in a verdant green environment with plenty of water, surrounded by traditional settlements, caves, forests, and beaches, which create an idyllic landscape. (Free program – sleep)
2nd. Day
Start at 10am -Karystos 90km from Kymi – 1.50h driving
DYSTO
35km 45m driving
The ancient town Dystus was mentioned by the 4th century BCE historian Theopompus.[4] It is thought to have been founded by the Dryopians.[5] The site of the ancient town is 38°21′19″N 24°08′43″E. During the 1950s, the power corporation of Greece established a steam power plant close to the lake Dystos at the city of Aliveri. That power plant used lake water for the cooling system. ( 30 minutes stop)
MARMARI – MEGALI AMMOS
This very famous beach is located on the southwest side of the island, in the area Marmari. But what is it famous for? Waters are deep all year long and streams are strong, something you should take into account and avoid, if you have young children with you. This unique phenomenon, in addition to the strange shapes of the sand along the entire coast, makes this beach so popular. It’s worth a visit! (2 hours free – Swimming)
Karystos
17km From Karystos – 20m driving
Karystos (Greek: Κάρυστος) or Carystus is a small coastal town on the Greek island of Euboea. It has about 5,000 inhabitants (12,000 in the municipality). It lies 129 km south of Chalkis. From Athens it is accessible by ferry via Marmari from the port of Rafina. Its urban plan was laid out by the renowned Bavarian civil engineer Bierbach, in the middle of the 19th century, near the site of the ancient city of Carystus. (3 hours Free In Town – Lunch)
BACK TO DIRT MOTOS
5pm back to Rafina – by Ferry 2.10h
7.10pm rafina – 45m driving
8pm arrival at Athens/office
CHALKIDA
87km From Athens – 1h Driving
Chalcis (/ˈkælsɪs/;[3] Ancient Greek & Katharevousa: Χαλκίς, Chalkís) or Chalkida(Modern Greek: Χαλκίδα, [xalˈciða]) is the chief town of the island of Euboea in Greece, situated on the Euripus Strait at its narrowest point. The name is preserved from antiquityand is derived from the Greek χαλκός (copper, bronze), though there is no trace of any mines in the area.[4] In the late Middle Ages, it was known as Negropont(e), an Italian name that has also been applied to the entire island of Euboea. (30 Minutes stop)
LOUTRA AIDYPSOU
102km From Chalkida – 2 Hours Driving
Aidipsos (Greek: Αιδηψός, Greek pronunciation: [eðiˈpsos]) is a village and a former municipality in Euboea, Greece. The municipality Aidipsos was founded in 1997 by the merger of the municipality Loutra Aidipsou with the communities Agios and Gialtra.[2] Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Istiaia-Aidipsos, of which it is a municipal unit.[3] The municipal unit has an area of 115.461 km2.[4] 80 of Greece’s 752 hot springs are located in Aidipsos, making it a popular tourist destination.[5] The spas date back more than 20,000 years.[6] In 2011 the population was 6,141. Many famous personalities have visited the town so far, such as Lucius Cornelius Sulla, Sir Winston Churchill, Eleutherios Venizelos, Theodoros Deligiannis, Georgios Theotokis, Ioannis Kondilakis, Archbishop of Athens Theocletus I, Aristotelis Onassis, Maria Callas, Kostis Palamas, Marika Kotopouli and others. Within the modern borders of the municipal units are the remains of ancient town of Aedepsus.(30 minutes stop)
VASILIKA
22km From Loutra – 30m Driving – Swimming/Lunch
Welcome to Vasilika, a paradise for swimming enthusiasts in Evia, Greece! Located on the stunning shores of the Aegean Sea, Vasilika offers a haven of crystal-clear waters and beautiful beaches.Dive into the refreshing turquoise sea and feel the warm embrace of the Mediterranean sun on your skin.
With its picturesque coastal charm and inviting waters, Vasilika of Evia promises a memorable swimming experience that will leave you refreshed and rejuvenated. Dive in and let the magic of the Greek coastline envelop you! (30 Minutes stop)
AGIOS IOANNIS ROSOS
42km – 50m driving
Saint John, born in Russia in 1690, experienced war with Turkey in 1711. Captured and enslaved, he faced oppression and attempts to change his faith. Despite this, his virtuous behavior gained sympathy, allowing him to practice religion. He performed caretaking and animal care tasks with love. At 40, he fell ill and passed away. Initially buried in the church of St. George, his body and holy relic were placed in a marble urn. In 1832, the relic was thrown into a woodpile but miraculously remained intact. Today, the shrine attracts people seeking healing. In 1924, the relic was brought to Evia, Greece, by Christian inhabitants of Procopius. Transported by the ship “Vasilios Destounis,” a temple was constructed in 1930, completed in 1951. (30-minute stop)
KYMI
153km from Vasilika – 3h driving
The beautiful town of Kymi is built on the eastern part of the prefecture of Evia and it boasts the most important artificial harbour of the prefecture. It is amphitheatrically built in a verdant green environment with plenty of water, surrounded by traditional settlements, caves, forests, and beaches, which create an idyllic landscape. (Free program – sleep)
2nd. Day
Start At 10am -Karystos 90km From Kymi – 1.50h Driving
DYSTO
35km 45m Driving
The ancient town Dystus was mentioned by the 4th century BCE historian Theopompus.[4] It is thought to have been founded by the Dryopians.[5] The site of the ancient town is 38°21′19″N 24°08′43″E. During the 1950s, the power corporation of Greece established a steam power plant close to the lake Dystos at the city of Aliveri. That power plant used lake water for the cooling system. ( 30 minutes stop)
MARMARI – MEGALI AMMOS
This very famous beach is located on the southwest side of the island, in the area Marmari. But what is it famous for? Waters are deep all year long and streams are strong, something you should take into account and avoid, if you have young children with you. This unique phenomenon, in addition to the strange shapes of the sand along the entire coast, makes this beach so popular. It’s worth a visit! (2 hours free – Swimming)
Karystos
17km From Karystos – 20m Driving
Karystos (Greek: Κάρυστος) or Carystus is a small coastal town on the Greek island of Euboea. It has about 5,000 inhabitants (12,000 in the municipality). It lies 129 km south of Chalkis. From Athens it is accessible by ferry via Marmari from the port of Rafina. Its urban plan was laid out by the renowned Bavarian civil engineer Bierbach, in the middle of the 19th century, near the site of the ancient city of Carystus. (3 hours Free In Town – Lunch)
Back To Dirt Motos Office In Athens
5pm Back To Rafina – By Ferry 2.10h
7.10pm Rafina – 45m Driving
8pm Arrival At Athens/Office
Euboea – 2 Days-408km trip
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