Experience
Holidays in Aigio
Regional Information
Coming to the municipality of Simpolitias is like stepping into a paradise on earth. The blue sea of the Corinthian gulf and the greenery of the surrounding mountains are waiting for you. Come and enjoy lovely seaside areas with fantastic beaches.
During your vacation in Aigio, you will find that there are a lot of taverns and restaurants next to the sea as well as many bars. The villages have a vivid nightlife during summer and entertainment goes on until early in the morning. There are also many coffee shops and 2 open air cinemas.
In Loggos you can enjoy one of the most beautiful beaches of Aigialeia, and one of the most quiet ones, since the coast road is a few km away. Loggos has become a popular tourist place with all the modern touristic facilities.
Excursions
Aigio
The city of Aigio is amphitheatrically built with unique view over the Corinthian Gulf. It is a highly commercial place where also the church of Panagia Tripiti can be visited.
Kalavrita
The historical city of Kalavrita presents a wonderful opportunity for an excursion. It comprises the Great Cave, the snow resort and many monuments of historical significance. The scenery is magical with the unobstructed view over Vouraikos. You can arrive there with Odontotos, the rack railway witch makes for a wonderful scenic route through the mountains.
Ancient Olympia
One of the most important and sacred monuments of ancient Greece dedicated to the father of gods, Zeus. Olympia is the place where during the ancient years the Olympic Games were taking place. During the modern Olympic Games the Olympic Flame starts its journey from this place. The Temple of Olympia as well as the museum can be visited.
Delphi
Delphi is one of the most beautiful and impressive monuments of ancient Greece. Called “omfalos tis gis” during the ancient times was considered the centre of civilization. It was already inhabited since the pre-historic times. Its significance became more acute during the classical years as it was affiliated with the most important decisions in the course of history. The well-known oracle was situated there where the oracle “word” was given through Pythia, which was controlled by priests with high mystagogical education.
Tsivlou Lake
It is a wonderful location worth to be visited. With its green scenery it is the ideal place for a daily excursion.
OIANTHI CRUISES
The boat "Oianthi", with a tradition of over 40 years, operates daily cruises to the beautiful islands of Trizonia and Saint John's.
So, book at Long Beach Hotel for your holidays in Aigio and let it be your start point for your excursions.