Hiking the Greek mountain countryside
Our hikes take place daily and last 4- 6 hours, following demanding yet carefully designed mountain trails. Guests move at their own pace, with a pause halfway through- fresh fruit, nuts, herbal tea offered in serenity.
Less fat, more muscle
Did you know that hiking at an incline of 3º to 7º helps you lose fat faster than running? These, daily hikes, in combination with the afternoon fitness classes and the professionally prepared dietary program guarantee weight loss while elevating the body muscle.
Nutritional, tasty, balanced diet
Daily meals are vegetarian, prepared by our private chef. Each guest receives their individual portion- no extras, no substitutions. The meals are designed to provide exactly the energy one needs for the day – no more, no less.
“Me time”
The Root’s intention is to disconnect from routine, from habit, from the noise of daily life. Inner dialogue is encouraged. Nature becomes the only interface.
Phone calls, if necessary, are to be made from the privacy of your room. You will share the hotel exclusively with fellow guests. No staff. No distractions.
Detox massage, Daily fitness classes
Each afternoon, following lunch, guests receive a 55’ massage to support physical release and deep rest after the morning’s ascent. Daily foot treatment, yoga, stretching and Pilates sessions are also offered.
The Root returns for its 10th edition in the picturesque village of Kardamili.
For one week, step into a life stripped of excess …
Daily hikes to optimize fat burn, balanced meals to activate metabolism, and deep detox to cleanse both the body and the mind.
All takes place in the private hotel “Diapori Suites”, reserved exclusively for The Root guests.
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Daily uphill hikes (9–14km / 4–6 hours) on marked mountain trails
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Daily Yoga x 2 and Fitness classes
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One 55’ therapeutic massage per day
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Evening reflections to decompress
- No advanced fitness is required but we do recommend that towards the arrival date you gradually enhance your cardiovascular endurance.
- For optimal results, we also advise reducing caffeine and alcohol two weeks before the program begins.
- Wi-Fi is available in your room and the public areas.
- We request that all mobile phones and digital devices remain silent in public spaces. Necessary calls should be made discreetly, from the privacy of your room.
- Our cuisine is clean, plant-based, and deeply nourishing. Locally inspired recipes are prepared by our in-house chef with a focus on vegetables, fruits, legumes and nuts.
- There is neither caffeine nor alcohol available throughout the program. No requests for “more” or “less.” Each guest receives one carefully prepared portion per meal, enough to fuel the day, not distract from it.
- In respect to the natural ecosystem, laundry service is available twice weekly. Please pack accordingly.
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From 5,390€/person in single room (VAT included)
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25% is required upon booking and signing in
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Balance payment is due 45 days prior to arrival
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Full refund if cancelled before July 31st
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After that date deposit is withheld as clx fee
• 1 Trail-running pair of shoes with an aggressive sole. Buy these in time and break them in, wear them a few times before The Root starts (A sturdy sole is very important – as all trails are rocky)
• 1 Camel pack with bladder – at least 1.5lt, ideally 2.0lt
• 1 Walking / trekking sticks (preferably telescopic)
• 3 Long sleeved, light colored, quick dry shirt
• 1 Swimsuit
• 1 Buff (neck protection)
• 3 Hiking socks (smart wool or similar)
• 1 Sunhat
• 2 Long pants
• 1 Warm fleece jacket
• 1 Sandals for walking around the property
• 1 Lightweight rain jacket
• 3 T-shirts (dry-fit)
• 1-2 Yoga attire
• 1 Sunscreen
• 1 Sunglasses
• 2 Shorts
• 3 Sweat clothes/comfortable clothes
• 1 Sleeping attire