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Run Greece: Athens & Hydra πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸ›οΈ πŸ–οΈ

Run Greece: Athens & Hydra πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸ›οΈ πŸ–οΈ

Location: Athens, Peloponnese & Greek Islands, Greece
Recommended Ages: 16+
Passion Categories: Running / Culture / History / Coast / Greece
Trip type: Self-guided road-trip (Sign-up for group tour dates)

Combine scenic trails, coastal roads, and historical wonder on this unforgettable journey through Greece by campervan. From city jogs around the Acropolis to trail runs in the Peloponnese and beachside sprints on island paths, this is a road trip for those who love to run and roam.

  • Jog the historic streets of Athens and catch the sunrise at the Acropolis
  • Run cliffside routes in Nafplio and ancient trails in Delphi
  • Ferry-hop to a Greek island for beachside and hilltop runs
  • Enjoy warm evenings with Greek food, post-run dips, and cultural charm
  • Ideal for running clubs, active duos, or solo running adventurers

Why Run β€˜With-a-Camper’?

🚐 Run More, Pack Less
Travel across the country and run in a wider variety of places β€” from coastlines to mountain gorges β€” without the hassle of packing and unpacking at every stop.

πŸƒ AΒ Basecamp for Every Run
Start and finish each run right at your van. You’ll always have your shower, fridge, gear, and recovery space ready, making it effortless to combine training with exploring.

🌿 Freedom & Adventure
Enjoy the simple joy of campervan life: waking up outdoors, cooking your meals with a view, and experiencing Greece in a more immersive, adventurous way than a hotel stay.

πŸ•οΈ Camp by the Cradle of Running
In Greece, you can sleep just steps from ancient trails β€” from mountain passes once trodden by messengers to the Olympic stadiums of Delphi and Athens. A campervan gives you direct access to the roots of running, without the need for hotels or backtracking.

Featured Trip Highlight

Run around the Panathenaic Stadium – the site of the first modern Olympic Games – at sunrise, followed by a coffee and recovery stretch in the National Garden. A highlight moment for every passionate runner.

Booking this Trip - Self Guided

  • Book your campervan rental fromΒ Athens, prices from €95/night
  • Once your campervan is booked, we’ll send you our suggestions on where to run and top tips for an awesome campervan running holiday to Greece
  • Option to add hotel nights in Athens to the beginning or end of your trip

See options for your dates here β‡Ύβ‡Ύβ‡Ύ

Additional Booking Options

πŸƒGuided Training Run
Start your trip with a guided training run led by a local running coach. They’ll offer personalised technique coaching (including trail running tips), and share local insights for the rest of your Greek adventure. πŸ“ž After your session, your coach will be available by phone in case you have questions later in your trip.

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πŸ‘₯ Join a Group
We're working on arranging special departures where multiple campervans travel together as a group. Travel in convoy with other campervans for a trip that’s as much about the people as the places. Share the runs, cook together, swap stories under the stars, and build new friendships along the way β€” all while exploring spectacular routes side by side.

πŸ† Running Club Challenge
Multiple clubs take on the same itinerary, turning each run into a friendly competition. Times are tallied over the week for bragging rights and shared celebration at the finish.

βœ‰οΈ Interested to know more? EmailΒ hello@with-a-camper.com

Itinerary details


Day 1 – Arrive in Athens
Pick up your camper and drive to Camping Athens. If you have time, take an easy jog through Filopappou Hill or the National Garden.
Drive time: ~30 minutes from airport

Day 2 – Ancient Athens & Olympic Legacy Run
Morning run around the Acropolis and Panathenaic Stadium. Visit key sights. Dinner in Plaka.
Drive time: minimal

Day 3 – Delphi High Trails
Drive to Delphi and jog the mountain paths with views over the Gulf of Corinth. Visit the Oracle site and museum.
Drive time: ~2.5 hours

Day 4 – Nafplio Coastal Paths
Travel south to charming Nafplio. Run the fortress steps and along the coast. Swim and dine by the port.
Drive time: ~3 hours

Day 5 – Ferry to Hydra Island
Drive to Metochi and catch the ferry to Hydra. Camper stays on mainland.
Drive time: ~2 hours + ferry

Day 6 – Island Trails & Coastal Runs
Enjoy trail running on the car-free island of Hydra. Sleep in guesthouse or return to mainland.

Day 7 – Ancient Epidaurus & Seaside Camp
Run near the ancient amphitheatre and then camp by the sea for a sunset swim.
Drive time: ~1 hour

Day 8 – Cape Sounion
Drive to Cape Sounion. Trail run to the Temple of Poseidon and enjoy coastal scenery.
Drive time: ~3 hours

Day 9 – Mount Parnitha Nature Run
Escape to nature for a final forest run in the national park. Ideal for spotting wildlife or unwinding post-trip.
Drive time: ~1 hour

Day 10 – Campervan Return
Drive back to IndieCampers Athens and return your van before catching your flight
Drive time: ~30 minutes

Top tips for this trip in a campervan

Plan ferry crossings in advance if visiting islands.Use early mornings or evenings for running to avoid summer heat.While you can run in the summer by getting up early, shoulder seasons (spring, autumn, or late summer) often offer more comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds.Enjoy flexible routing – extend or shorten stays as preferred.

Other great itineraries

Suggested campsites

Click here and we can send you our hand-picked list of camper-friendly Greek sites near each highlight – from cliffside bases to olive grove hideaways.

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Why 'With a camper'?

Every experience tailored to a campervan

As campervan travelers ourselves, we understand both the delights of traveling in a motorhome and well as the smaller details (such as parking) which make it harder.

We use this knowledge to curate and design the very best experiences for you and your campervan.

Remarkable experiences you will remember

Our curated experiences are hand-picked to make your trip special. Whether it is an experience that is iconic to the destination, an inspiring place to take part in a certain activity or a visit to one of the best local restaurants, our goal is to introduce you to the experiences that you will want to write home about.

Something for every passion

We believe that campervan travel is a fantastic way to enjoy your passions.

Whether your interest hiking, cooking, architecture or to enjoy a great party we have a range of great campervan experiences to get you out traveling.

Book an individual experience or the whole trip

Our experiences come in a range of shapes and sizes. So whether you want to add an individual activity to your existing itinerary or you are looking for an end-to-end trip then we have choices for you.

Travel with your own camper or let us help you find the perfect rental

Our experiences are designed for anyone traveling in a campervan. For travelers without their van we offer various 'campervan included trips' but also the opportunity to book a van from one of our preferred van rental partners.