A grounded way to explore life here, in person.
A different kind of site visit
These site visits are not standard tourism or real estate tours. They are thoughtfully structured for Explorer Members who want a more grounded experience of the places, the cohousing possibilities, and the practical considerations involved in moving forward.
These members have spent the past few months immersing themselves in intentional community building and co-creation with others online. They've been introduced to how the group uses sociocracy to make decisions and to the process of developing a village that reflects collective vision and values, working with professional partners. They now understand what Community-led housing is and are evaluating it not as an individual real estate consumer but as an integral member of the group co-creating this community-led village co-development.
The aim of the site visits is to provide meaningful time in the settings themselves, a relevant professional context, and the benefit of Evi’s knowledge, coordination, and on-the-ground guidance, so that members can make a more informed decision about the next steps in the pathway.
For those who do wish to continue on the membership pathway after their visit, the process of becoming our future neighbor is not one sudden leap into full investment, but a series of more manageable stages, allowing people to move forward with mutual support and community as we co-create with our partner professionals.
You can read more about the pathway stages on our Full Membership page, where the steps are explained in greater detail. Thus, after your trip, you'll choose whether to invest a little more in the full membership stage 1 process, with the intention of moving forward toward your dream of living with us in community.
Site Visit At a Glance:
Tours for members are "nonprofit" and reflect current costs only:
May 21–28, 2026: €1,525 per household
September 10–17, 2026: €1,775 per household
October 8–15, 2026: €1,775 per household
November 5–12, 2026: €1,475 per household
December 3–10, 2026: €1,575 per household
Additional adult: €250
Children: no additional fee unless an additional car is required
Includes:
• 7 nights of hotel accommodations
• All transportation costs for the shared vehicle during the program
• Hosted site visits and project-related professionals' presentations
• Time to experience the land, the projects, the surrounding areas, and the wider region
Does not include:
• Airfare
• Meals
• Personal expenses
For families with children, pricing is adjusted according to room and transportation needs.
See below for more detail
Sample Week
Thu — Arrive in Athens (Koukaki)
Arrive in Athens and settle in. We recommend a morning or early afternoon flight, if possible, so the day can feel relaxed rather than rushed. In the evening, we gather for a warm welcome dinner and an introduction to the days ahead.
Fri — Travel to Laconia & Introduction to the Land
In the morning, we travel south from Athens into Laconia, through the Peloponnese and beneath the Taygetus mountains. After arriving, there is time to settle in and orient yourself. From there, we spend the afternoon on Peter and Paul’s Resort land, the broader setting adjacent to our village, so you can begin to understand the land, the views, the microclimates, and the nearby wellness setting. It is a first chance to take in the larger landscape and begin to feel the context in which the village is emerging.
Sat — Taygete Cohousing Village “New Build” Site Visit
Saturday is the heart of the trip for Taygete Cohousing Village. We begin with an early visit to Sparta’s lively open-air market, then head to the Taygete Cohousing Village land itself for an unhurried experience of the site. We walk the land, take in the views and surroundings, and review the village’s layout on the ground, including the locations of the homes, the Common House, and the overall site plan. We also make time for practical conversation, questions, and discussion about what is fixed, what is still flexible, and how different home choices may work. The aim is not only to see the land, but to begin imagining what it could feel like to live there.
Sun — Renovation Project Visit & Coastal Time
A leisurely drive brings us to our next project option, a renovation village project, with time for exploration, reflection, and a feel for the coastal setting. This part of the trip offers a different atmosphere and a different development pathway to consider.
Mon — Drive Back to Athens
We return to Athens at a comfortable pace, with time to rest, regroup, and focus on your own priorities. The evening is left open so you can relax, enjoy the city, or continue informal conversations with others in the group.
Tue & Wed — Practical Pathways and Partners Day
Tuesday and Wednesday are devoted to practical questions and next-step guidance for our members, who are all seriously considering moving overseas.
Tuesday is Hillcon Build Open House Day, with a presentation and Q&A, a partner-facing conversation, focused on plans, maps, sun and climate patterns, floor plans, site constraints, timelines, and implementation questions. It is designed as a grounded, decision-oriented day, with space for serious questions and a clearer understanding of what different development pathways may involve.
Wednesday is downtime for reflection and support, and for curated partner professional visits to gain the assistance and information you need about immigration, taxes, and the practicalities of moving to Greece. While professional fees are not included, they will be lower for our members.
Thursday
Depart Greece, or continue with an optional add-on fun adventures- see Evi for optional nature or cultural experiences you can do on your own or with a professional tour guide.
Site Tour Dates
Trips are Thursday to Thursday, with 6 days of site visits and regional visits, plus 2 days of travel on each end.
Late Spring — May
May is Laconia at its most alive—bright, fragrant, and effortlessly outdoors. Days are warm but not yet hot, the countryside is still lush, and evening light lingers long enough for slow dinners and unhurried conversations. This is an ideal season to explore the land comfortably, imagine gardens and shared outdoor spaces, and get a felt sense of how daily life flows as the region moves toward summer.
Dates: May 21–28, 2026
Early Autumn — September
September brings that golden “shoulder season” feeling—sun-warmed days and calmer, quieter villages. The sea is still inviting, the pace is relaxed, and the light has a soft clarity that makes the landscape feel especially vivid. It’s a great time to walk the site, visit nearby towns, and picture an easy year-round rhythm: community meals, morning swims, and evenings under the stars.
Dates: September 10-17
Spaces are limited, and early reservation is strongly recommended. Final reservation deadline: July 27, 2026, if space remains.
A Note: During this high tourist season, we ask that you help preserve our focus on our
intentional community. We feel grateful for all of the interest from those already on
vacation to catch a glimpse of our stunning location and the larger and amazing nature and
wellness community our village is adjacent to. However, we prefer an intentional community
immersion approach to Explorer membership and consideration. We are interested solely
in those who are traveling for the express purpose of considering investment in our specific community.
Harvest Season — October
October is one of the most grounded, generous times to be here. The heat has eased, the air is comfortable for long walks, and the region is full of harvest energy—olives, grapes, and the seasonal rituals that shape village life. If you want to understand the practical, lived texture of the place—how people work, gather, and move through the year—October offers a deeply authentic window.
Dates: Oct 8–15, 2026
Spaces are limited, and early reservation is strongly recommended. Final reservation deadline: August 24, 2026, if space remains
Late Harvest — November
November is a slower, more grounded time in the Peloponnese. The light softens, the land opens up, and conversations deepen. People who come now tend to arrive with clarity — ready to look carefully, ask real questions, and consider what living here would truly mean.
Dates: November 5–12, 2026
Spaces are limited, and early reservation is strongly recommended. Final reservation deadline: September 21, 2026, if space remains.
Early Winter — December
December is clear-skied, quiet, and beautifully local. The days are cooler, the villages feel intimate, and there’s a sense of steadiness to winter life—markets, cafes, and the everyday community rhythms you don’t see in peak season. This is a strong visit for people who want to understand what it’s really like to live here year-round, and to feel the calm confidence of the place in winter.
Dates: Dec 3–10, 2026
Spaces are limited, and early reservation is strongly recommended. Final reservation deadline: October 19, 2026, if space remains.
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The Explorer Member Site Visit Package includes 6 days of site visits:
What the Explorer Site Visit includes:
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A full, structured itinerary over 6 program days
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Hotel accommodations for 1-2 adults for 7 nights
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Transportation costs: shared car, gas, and tolls for up to 3 adults or children
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Evi's facilitated project exploration and decision support
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Evi’s advance planning, coordination, guided time, information, and hosting
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Hillcon Build Group guided site visit to TCV
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Hillcon Build Group open house presentation with Q&A
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Time at the sites to experience the setting, layout, and possibilities in a more direct and grounded way.
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*Curated visits to network professionals (immigration, tax, etc.)
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Space for practical conversation, questions, and deeper understanding throughout the trip
*Please note that arranging visits to trusted advisor professionals does not include the separate fee for those professional services
What is not included
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Airfare
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Airport taxis or private transportation outside the scheduled itinerary
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*Meals
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Personal expenses
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Optional appointments arranged outside the core program
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Optional car rental for exploration outside the 6-day program
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*Please note that meal costs outside of Athens are generally wonderful and inexpensive.
Tours for members are "nonprofit" and reflect current costs only:
May 21–28, 2026: €1,525 per household for single or couple
September 10–17, 2026: €1,775 per household
October 8–15, 2026: €1,775 per household
November 5–12, 2026: €1,475 per household
December 3–10, 2026: €1,575 per household
Additional adult: €250
Children: no additional fee unless an additional car is required
For families with children or additional adults, pricing is adjusted according to room and transportation needs.
Larger parties: Additional transportation costs may apply if a larger vehicle or separate transport is needed.
Deposit & Refund Policy
Because these visits require substantial advance planning, coordination, and financial commitment, a €500 non-refundable deposit per household is required to reserve a place on a scheduled site visit.
If you cancel:
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More than 45 days before the trip: all amounts paid beyond the deposit will be refunded
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30 to 45 days before the trip: 50% of the amounts paid beyond the deposit will be refunded
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Less than 30 days before the trip: payments are non-refundable, unless a replacement participant is found and accepted
If Greek Village Cohousing cancels the trip, payments made toward the trip will be refunded in full or may be applied to a future scheduled trip, at the participant’s choice.
Any third-party costs already committed on your behalf and not recoverable may be deducted where applicable.