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!
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"
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."
History Week
13-20 of September 2025
(2025 Trip: ancient Pergamon, Turkey)
Discover the rich history of Lesvos, an island that was a major centre in the Ancient Mediterranean world and is now full of traditions untouched by mass tourism. Experience a microcosm of Greek history, from the Neolithic Period to modern times, during our dedicated history week. Enjoy daily small walks or drives, engaging conversations and great food shared in local villages.
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.
Other people who have been inspired by the atmosphere of our hotels,
now organise their own seminars/retreats with us. The ones listed below are open for you to join in 2025:"
Gati Yoga Retreat
May, June, September 2025
Leo, originally from Brussels, organizes diverse yoga retreats at our Villa Daphnis and Chloe, each with a unique theme like hiking, rock climbing, meditation, or mindfulness, alongside daily yoga practice. A lifelong visitor to Lesvos since age 9, he loves sharing his favourite hidden spots and childhood memories of the island. For details, visit Gati's Yoga website