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Dog Walk and Greek Cooking: Hillside Adventure
4.8
12 Ratings
Skiathos Dog Shelter
Walk shelter dogs in Skiathos’ hills, savor Greek cuisine with a local chef. Unforgettable scenery, delicious food, and heartwarming moments await.
Walk shelter dogs in Skiathos’ hills, savor Greek cuisine with a local chef. Unforgettable scenery, delicious food, and heartwarming moments await.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Skiathos Dog Shelter - In the midst of the lush hills on the island of Skiathos a group of volunteers have created a haven for stray dogs that are looking for their forever homes.
To give the dogs a safe place and a location, that would provide both cool winds during hot summer days, privacy and calmness in the evenings. The local monastery…
- Skiathos Dog Shelter - In the midst of the lush hills on the island of Skiathos a group of volunteers have created a haven for stray dogs that are looking for their forever homes.
To give the dogs a safe place and a location, that would provide both cool winds during hot summer days, privacy and calmness in the evenings. The local monastery (Evangelistria), has offered a piece of land out of town the Islands Landfill site.
- Skiathos - Here at a local residence you will meet a lovely lady called Maria , she will show you how to cook traditional dishes and you will enjoy a delicious lunch together.
What's Included
- Cooking class
- Pick up/Drop off
- Guide
- Food and Drinks
- Cooking class
- Pick up/Drop off
- Guide
- Food and Drinks
What's Not Included
- Personal Expenses
- Personal Expenses
Additional Information
Visit the renowned Skistho’s Dog Shelter nestled in the hills, choose a delightful dog, and join our seasoned ‘hiker’ guide for a picturesque walk through the hills. Here, you’ll have the chance to take in the stunning scenery and nature while giving a dog a much-needed walk.
The next stop is Maria’s house, where a local Greek woman passionate about…
Visit the renowned Skistho’s Dog Shelter nestled in the hills, choose a delightful dog, and join our seasoned ‘hiker’ guide for a picturesque walk through the hills. Here, you’ll have the chance to take in the stunning scenery and nature while giving a dog a much-needed walk.
The next stop is Maria’s house, where a local Greek woman passionate about Greek cuisine will teach you how to prepare traditional Greek dishes. Enjoy a delicious lunch in a serene and tranquil setting, accompanied by local wine, water, and soft drinks.
This is an experience you won’t want to miss.
- You will receive an email with the exact pick up details in case you have not received an email please do contact us .
Location
Skiathos Dog Shelter
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(12 Ratings)
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Tinas5150
Jun 9, 2025
Well worth making a dogs day 🐶 - Would definitely recommend this day trip. Staff at dog shelter were really friendly and had answers to everyones questions about the dogs. Did a short group walk where each couple were given a dog to walk , brush & give treats to. Then got to cuddle 4 beagle puppies with plenty of chance for photos.
Next we headed off a short distance for the Greek cookery demonstration by Maria. She is a lovely lady & her pastry making skills were very impressive.
Food served was delicious and there was plenty of it.
Also a mention to Michael who was our guide on the coach and made the whole day lots of fun !
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Tarascotty9276
Jun 6, 2025
Taste Greece and Make a Dog's Day - What an amazing day! We love dogs and actually booked this experience before we went on holiday and we were really excited about it. We were shocked how full the bus was for the experience - it was really nice to see so many people booking this experience. The dog shelter was amazing. The team are professional and knowledgeable and the dogs are very well looked after. We walked Cookie who was lovely and it was very difficult not to express an interest in taking her home! We then went to Maria's where we were shown how to make 3 traditional dishes and then had these dishes for our lunch. It was an unforgettable day!
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Georgia
May 25, 2025
The cutest walking activity - Such a lovely idea for any animal lovers. I was a little uncertain about them letting strangers take dogs out but the owners and volunteers show a lot of care for the dogs and match you with a dog to suit your confidence and strength. I had a lovely walk with Ronnie with some beautiful views. You can get there by bus which I didn’t realise until I got there and there are more walking routes if it’s too hot to take the dogs far
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Susan_g
May 21, 2025
Although it says hike it... - Although it says hike it is about 30 minute walk. Well worth doing, Sarah and team are doing an amazing job.
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78celiao
May 13, 2025
Such as fabulous day - Such a wonderful day , meeting the dogs and walking them up in the mountains, my dog was Ben, he was small but a strong boy on the lead, but gorgeous,the company with other travellers was lovely and meeting their dogs to, bought a sweat top which helps to the voluntary running of this well looked after shelter, after you are taken lunch, which is demonstrated my a lovely lady Maria, she is so talented, just to see how filo pastry is made! we had all the food she demonstrated, and was as nice highly recommended, book well in advace
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Salvatoren739
Mar 23, 2025
A must while visiting Skiathos - Awesome experience, lovely people, wonderful cute doggos. Please bring some supplies, we didn’t know unfortunately. They appreciate cleaning supplies and some dog food !!
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Sholman65
Oct 9, 2024
Fantastic experience! - I visited here August 2004. What a great couple of hours it was. My partner and I were on holiday in Koukonaries and already had a wonderful Donkey Sanctuary on our doorstep run by a German lady.
We made the decision to visit this beautiful dog rescue centre situated high up in the mountains. On arrival, the two Scottish ladies who own the rescue centre make all volunteer walkers very welcome and assess them as to what size of dogs they would be best suited for walking around the mountain path. We were lucky to have two beautiful dogs named Gary & Chesney. Gary was quite old black Labrador and Chesney looked like a cross whippet. Both were very familiar with the route and showed us the way. Chesney managed to slip his collar off half way round and ran all the way home ahead of us. We donated a large sack of dog biscuits before we left and gave a cash donation too for good measure. Anything you give is greatly appreciated.
Well done to the lovely Scottish ladies who run the shelter. You deserve reward for your efforts.
Steve Holman & Colin Powell
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Dariabr531hx
Aug 25, 2024
Oh happy days - We had tour guide Jane and she was lovely. Told us great facts and made us feel welcomed. The dog hike was wonderful, it did get cut short due to being extremely hot but we got to cuddle and grooms dogs after.
Later that we had a wonderful home made dishes made by a native Greek called Maria. She even signed her own cooking book for us which was available to purchase, filled with tasty looking dishes.
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Nelgtobba
Jul 24, 2024
Dog walkies followed by a fantastic greek cooking demonstration and lunch! - This was a TUI trip and began with a trip to the dog shelter, Skiathos. Established many years ago now, we were able to take an abandoned puppy or fully grown dog on a guided walk. Great fun!
followed by a visit to Carma restaurant in Agia Paraskevia where Maria gave a demonstration of her homemade Greek cooking and then we got to eat what was demonstrated. Generous portions and a free drink!
Would do again.
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Brianhi9932ob
Sep 2, 2024
A happy experience - It was very hot but I enjoyed the “easy” walk and I felt the dogs were happy to be out too. I felt I served a purpose that day. The animals seem aware that they have to go back and have no hesitation in returning as I assumed might be the case !!
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