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Besides your usual holidays with us, and our weekly “crazy Votsala program” with our activities, there are also special weeks that you can join at Votsala or at our Villa Daphnis & Chloé.  
Our Family is introducing you to: Flowers, local Traditions and History!

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Spring Walks 
04-14 of April 2025

Experience the beauty of spring on Lesvos with daily 3-4 hour walks through varied landscapes. Discover orchids, wildflowers, ancient sites, hidden chapels, tranquil beaches, and picturesque villages. End each walk with a meal at a countryside taverna or a picnic in beautiful surroundings. 2025 theme is "Discovering traces of the Roman Aqueduct" 

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Greek Orthodox Easter 
16-23 of April 2025

Experience the warmth and joy of Greek Easter on our beautiful island. Spend a week with us enjoying authentic family traditions and exploring nature. Join our daily walks through picturesque landscapes, then immerse yourself in Easter festivities. Cook with us or walk like a 'pilgrim' to charming mountain villages. Share in a full week of celebrations, just like in a big family of the past."

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Cycling Week (new add)
11-18 of May 2025

Join us for a week dedicated to riding 🚴.

Our longtime collaborator Tito (lesvosride.com) will guide experienced riders and those eager to level up through the island’s hidden trails—olive groves, mountain paths, and coastal roads.

Daily rides cover 40-50 km, with an elevation gain of 500-800 m, offering a perfect mix of challenge and enjoyment. Explore and enjoy Lesvos on two wheels with the perfect mix of sea, food, and the Votsala atmosphere.

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History Week 
13-20 of September 2025
(2025 Trip: ancient Pergamon, Turkey)

After two very successful years, History Week continues.

This time, we explore the fascinating era from Alexander the Great to the Roman Empire (Hellenistic & Roman times). Through daily walks, engaging conversations, lectures, and films, we’ll bring history to life in a relaxed and immersive way. Join us for a week of discovery, storytelling, and shared meals in true Votsala style.

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Autumn Walks
12-19 of October 2025

Experience the serene beauty of post-summer nature as temperatures cool and the sea remains inviting. Join our daily 3-4 hour walks through diverse landscapes, exploring ancient sites, hidden chapels, tranquil beaches and enjoy authentic Greek meals. Participate in our olive harvesting and taste the freshly pressed olive oil. 

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