HIKE & OLIVE HARVEST WEEK
As autumn arrives on Samos, the olive harvest begins. A week shaped by nature, good food, hikes and the magic of the season.
This is our favourite time of year on Samos. As summer slowly fades and autumn arrives, the olive harvest begins. The island becomes quieter, the light turns golden and life slows down to the rhythm of the season. Walk ancient mountain trails, harvest olives beneath the trees and experience the island as locals do. Share long lunches in the grove, swim in the sea and gather around the table for seasonal meals. A week shaped by nature, good food and the magic of the olive harvest.
Stay at Loutsa Samos, between olive trees and sea views, in a beautiful bell tent, tiny house or cosy village studio. All meals are taken care of, with fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. Hosted by Kiki (nature coach) & Guus (chef).
Loutsa Samos is located within walking distance of the authentic mountain village of Vourliotes, where you'll find small cafés, local tavernas and everyday island life.
PROGRAM
8-day olive harvest & nature experience on Samos, shaped by the rhythm of autumn.
SAT 03 • DAY 1 • Arrival & Welcome Dinner
Pick-up from the airport
Welcome at Loutsa Samos
Settle into your mountain tent, tiny house or village studio
Easy walk around the village and olive grove
Introduction to the olive harvest season on Samos
Welcome dinner in the olive grove by Chef Guus
SUN 04 • DAY 2 • Forest & Villages
Breakfast in the olive grove
Forest bathing walk and hike to a traditional mountain village
Coffee break with beautiful views
Picnic lunch in the forest
Free afternoon to relax, read, swim or book a massage
Dinner in the olive grove
MON 05 • DAY 3 • Harvest & Mountain Life
Breakfast with local products
Morning in the olive grove: harvesting olives together
Learning about the olive cycle, trees and traditional harvesting methods
Long lunch in the grove
Free afternoon to relax, read, swim or book a massage
Dinner in the olive grove
TUE 06 • DAY 4 • Free Day
A completely free day to enjoy the island at your own pace. Ideas:
Visit a hidden beach
Explore mountain villages
Read in a hammock under the olive trees
Book a massage
Join a private nature coaching session with Kiki
Or simply do absolutely nothing.
WED 07 • DAY 5 • Sea & Slow Day
Breakfast to go
Hike through the forest to one of our favourite beaches
Swim, relax and enjoy a long lunch by the sea
Free afternoon
Dinner in the olive grove
THU 08 • DAY 6 • Mountains & Views
Breakfast in the olive grove
Full-day panoramic hike along ancient shepherd trails
Spectacular views over the north coast and Turkey
Picnic lunch in the mountains
Optional swim on the way back
Dinner in the olive grove
FRI • 07 • DAY 7 • Olive Oil & Final Harvest Feast
Breakfast with local products
Final morning of olive harvesting
Visit to the local olive press (depending on harvest schedule)
Olive oil tasting and learning about the process from tree to bottle
Mountain Mapping workshop: navigating your inner landscape
Final harvest dinner with local natural wines and seasonal dishes
SAT • 08 • DAY 8 • Departure Day
Goodbye breakfast together
Short farewell walk through the olive grove
Check-out and transfer to the airport
Or stay a little longer if you're not ready to leave yet.
What's Included
8 days & 7 nights accommodation at Loutsa Samos
Daily breakfast with local and seasonal ingredients
Daily lunch (picnic-style, in the olive grove or at local tavernas)
Daily dinner by Chef Guus
Olive harvesting experiences
Introduction to olive oil production and tasting
All guided hikes (mountains, forests & beaches)
Forest bathing sessions
Welcome walk and olive grove tour
Local experiences and seasonal surprises
All transfers on Samos
Airport pick-up & drop-off
Transport to all activities and hikes
Accommodation
Stay between olive trees, mountain views and the sea in:
Mountain Bell Tent – shared option with partner or friend
Tiny House – with the best views on the land - shared option with partner or friend
Village Studio – extra comfort and privacy - shared option with partner or friend
Simple, comfortable island living with shared outdoor showers and plenty of space to slow down.
Good to Know
Small groups: maximum 8 guests
Suitable for solo travellers, couples and friends
The program may vary depending on the weather and the olive harvest itself. We follow the rhythm of nature and make adjustments to create the best experience possible.
Participation is at your own risk. Some activities include hiking uneven terrain and outdoor elements.
For bookings or questions, please get in touch via the contact form. We'd love to welcome you for this special autumn week on Samo
