Mount Zas Night-Sunrise Hike with Local Breakfast

Begin your adventure with an optional hotel pickup before arriving at the Chapel of Agia Marina, where your hike to Mount Zas begins. Follow the ancient trail with a mountain guide, and summit the highest peak of Cyclades and the place where, according to Greek mythology, Zeus was raised.At the summit, enjoy a traditional Naxian mountain breakfast featuring a selection of local cheeses, refreshing herbal tea made from wild mountain herbs, and a variety of carefully selected local products that change with the season.Throughout the experience, discover Mount Zas through the eyes of a local Certified Mountain Guide from Naxos. Learn about the mountain's fascinating geology, the traditional uses of its wild herbs, and the ancient myths and stories that have shaped this sacred landscape for thousands of years.

Begin your journey in the charming village of Halki and set off on a scenic hike through centuries of history. Visit five remarkable Byzantine churches , including Panagia Drosiani, one of the oldest Christian churches in Europe, dating back to the 6th century.After visiting Panagia Drosiani, you'll continue hiking toward the village of Moni, enjoying panoramic views of Naxos' rugged hills and fertile valleys. Along the way, you'll walk through some of the oldest olive groves in the world, where trees over 1,000 years old still produce olives today, reflecting the island's enduring agricultural heritage.The trail then leads to the village of Kaloxylos, where you'll visit a traditional olive press and enjoy a guided tasting of carefully selected Naxian olive oils and olives. From classic extra virgin olive oil to unique local blends with mandarin, truffle, garlic, and Naxian citron, each tasting is paired with traditional local products for an authentic taste of the island.The final section of the hike returns to Halki, offering one last opportunity to enjoy the peaceful landscapes and timeless character of central Naxos.Blending history, nature, religion, gastronomy, and local traditions, this experience offers an authentic journey into the timeless soul of Naxos.