Walking Holidays and Special Interest Weeks at Arosmari
Your guide to what's on at Arosmari
2025 at a glance…
| DATE | SPECIAL INTEREST HOLIDAY | HOLIDAY INCLUDES: |
| 08 April | Discover Spring in Western Crete | Guided walks with Jonathan Peat |
| 15 April | Discover Cretan Easter | Easter activities programme |
| 22 April | Discover Spring in Western Crete | Guided walks with Jonathan Peat |
| 13 May | Flavours of Crete | Culinary activities programme |
| 20 May | Painting at Arosmari | Painting tuition with Francesca Harrison |
| 29 July | Discover Cretan Culture | Explore Apokoronas with Jonathan Peat |
| 05 August | Creative Writing with Greg and Kate Mosse | A week of writing workshops, tips and tutorials |
| 12 August | Discover Cretan Culture | Explore Apokoronas with Jonathan Peat |
| 21 October | Discover Autumn in Western Crete | Guided walks with Jonathan Peat |
Discover Spring in Western Crete
7nts, 08 & 22 April 2025
Step out and enjoy Crete at its most colourful on a spring walking holiday with expert guide Jonathan Peat.
Discover Cretan Easter
7nts, 15 April 2025
Celebrate the most important event in the Greek religious calendar in truly Cretan style and join the traditional Christos Anestis service at the local church in Vamos.
Flavours of Crete
7nts, 13 May 2025
Hospitality and philoxenia (the warm welcome of strangers) are at the heart of Cretan culture. Join us at Arosmari for a week of mouthwatering culinary adventures to discover the fabulous local ingredients and flavours that make the island’s cuisine so special.
Painting at Arosmari
7nts, 20 May 2025
Take inspiration from the extraordinary landscapes of Western Crete and develop your watercolour painting skills under the guidance of celebrated local artist Francesca Harrison.
Discover Cretan Culture
7nts, 29 July & 12 August 2025
A gentle week of discovery takes you to historical sites, hand-picked tavernas, stunning countryside and the occasional short walk, guided by Jonathan Peat. There is also plenty of free time to enjoy the pool, spa and peaceful atmosphere of Arosmari and the character of Vamos village.
Creative Writing in Crete
7nts, 05 August 2025
Join Greg and Kate Mosse at Arosmari Village Hotel for a week of creative writing and some fascinating insights into the world of bestselling fiction. Workshops will offer expert guidance on the art of engaging storytelling, with one-to-one tutorials designed to allow writers to explore areas of individual interest or develop an existing work in progress.
Discover Autumn in Western Crete
7nts, 21 October 2025
Autumn is a blissful season for walking in Crete, with plenty of warmth in the sun, yet milder temperatures perfectly suited to exploration. Discover the beauty of Greece's largest island led by expert guide Jonathan Peat.
