Agrotourism

In recent years there has been an increased demand for agrotourism (rural tourism), as a mild form of sustainable tourist development and multi-activity in the agricultural sector, especially by demanding tourists who are not satisfied with conventional forms of tourism and who are therefore seeking alternative experiences.

Agrotourism offers the visitor an opportunity to acquaint himself with agricultural areas, agricultural and rural activities, local products, traditional cuisine and the daily lives of the local inhabitants, cultural elements and the authentic chracteristics of each region, while showing respect for the environment and tradition. Other than for entertainment purposes, agrotourism also brings the visitor closer to nature and rural activities, which the visitor can then participate in and experience the joys of touring, learning and discovering.

At the same time it mobilizes the productive, cultural and developmental forces of an area, thus contributing in this manner to the sustainable environmental, economic and social development of the rural area..Many businesses - throughout the country offer you the opportunity to enjoy the unique advantages of the Greek countryside through special argotourism programs. These businesses are classified in the following categories:

• outlets / exhibitions of agrotourist products
• agrotourist catering and recreation centers
• travel agencies that organize and implement programs offering outdoor activities and excusions of ecotourism and cultural interests
• farms
• businesses producing traditional products
• popular art workshops