Greek island hopper

Greek islands during winter

2011-01-30T06:23:00.000-08:00

Subject to winds and storms, very rarely even snow, but still a lot warmer than the mainland, the islands take a break and get prepared for the next tourist season. Somewhat melancholic and lonely but still very attractive ...

Spinalonga - Σπιναλόνγα

2010-10-31T07:46:00.000-07:00

Although wasn't always an island, today is reachable by small boats from Elounda. The islet is an old castle with many decades of history. It's like a big museum, and a great hike around it. You won't regret your visit.

Chrissi (Gaidouronisi) - Χρυσή (Γαϊδουρονήσι)

2010-10-27T06:23:00.000-07:00

South of Ierapetra is the "donkey island". No donkeys here though! During the warm months free campers enjoy the magnificent nature - unique in Greece -, and the piece and quiet of this Libyan sea island. Daily trips are originating from Ierapetra's port. Once there, take a closer look at the sand, you'll be surprised!

Chrissi island

Chrissi - Gaidouronisi - Hrissi

Crete -> Agios Nikolaos, Lasithi - Άγιος Νικόλαος, Λασίθι

2010-10-18T07:51:00.000-07:00

To the east of Crete is the perfecture of Lasithi, with major town of Agios Nikolaos. The town features a lake by the sea, and a few kilometers away lies the famous Elounda peninsula. The Lasithi plateau and "Dikteon andro" cave offer great hikes. Further to the east but still north is Sitia, another interesting town, and at the east point, the magnificent Vai beach with the natural palm forest. All the east coast has many quiet beaches, and a few nice gorges for trecking. To the south, both sides of Ierapetra town, a semi-explored Crete is waiting ...

Perfecture of Lasithi

Holidays Aghios Nikolaos

Crete -> Heraklion - Ηράκλειο

2010-10-13T04:10:00.000-07:00

Further to the east, in the center of Crete is perfecture of Heraklion. A big modern city with nice old parts. Nearby is the Knossos palace. Many other archeological interesting sites are on this area, including Festos and Malia, and a visit to the city's archeological museum is highly recommended. The aquarium is also very nice to visit. Beautiful beaches on the north are Agia Pelagia, Hersonissos, Stalida. The most famous on the south is Matala, but there are plenty of other south beaches to be explored.

Perfecture of Heraklion

Heraklion, Crete

Crete -> Rethymno - Ρέθυμνο

2010-10-10T10:24:00.000-07:00

To the east of Chania is the perfecture of Rethymno, a smaller town with a lovely old town with fort and port. Some of the best beaches in the area are the unique Preveli, Plakias, and Agia Galini at the south coast, and Bali at the north coast. Don't miss magnificent hikes at the mountains, like Idaion andro, the cave where according to the Greek mythology, Zeus was born, as well as a visit to Spili village.

Rethymnon holidays

Crete -> Chania - Χανιά

2010-10-07T04:49:00.000-07:00

Perfecture of Chania is on the west side of Crete. A walk on the old town inside the fort and the old port with the lighthouse is lovely. Some of the best beaches on the island are in this area, including - but not limited to -, Platanias at north, Balos/ Gramvoussa and northwest, Falasarna at west, Elafonisi and Frangokastelo at south. The rest of the area is occupied by "Lefka Ori", meaning white mountains. The most magnificent gorges of the island are here, including the well-known Samaria gorge. Paleochora and Kissamos towns, worth at least a visit. There is also lake Kourna, and other little surprises all over the area for you to discover ...

Crete - Κρήτη

2010-10-07T04:31:00.000-07:00

Crete is not just an island, it could easily be a small country on its own. The variety of landscapes, flaura and fauna offers unlimited possibilities to explore; and the mild climate makes it attractive for visiting any time of the year. There are also several - inhabited or not - small islands around.

Crete -> Chania - Χανιά
Crete -> Rethymno - Ρέθυμνο
Crete -> Heraklion - Ηράκλειο
Crete -> Agios Nikolaos, Lasithi - Άγιος Νικόλαος, Λασίθι
Gavdos
Chrissi (Gaidouronisi) - Χρυσή (Γαϊδουρονήσι)
Spinalonga - Σπιναλόνγκα

Milos - Μήλος

2010-10-01T05:18:00.000-07:00

The presense of the prehistoric volcano is everywhere, forming amazing shapes and colors, affecting every piece of the island, adding a touch of mystery. The beaches are countless and simply unique, the boat trip to "kleftiko" is an experience not to miss. But Aphrodite is not living here any more...

Sifnos - Σίφνος

2010-09-29T06:16:00.000-07:00

Like a mountain in the middle of the sea, Sifnos doesn't have the beaches of the other west cycladic islands, but the scenery of the villages is breathtaking. The atmosphere is rather cosmopolitan.

Poliegos - Πολύαιγος

2010-09-20T07:45:00.000-07:00

Half the size of, and just one mile from Kimolos, this islet has some magnificent beaches, as well as many sea-surface caves. Once inhabited, now mostly goats live here; its name actually means "many goats". Nice hike to the lighthouse, with a rewarding view.

Kimolos - Κίμωλος

2010-09-16T06:27:00.000-07:00

The little surprise of West Cyclades. The pre historic volcano left its traces all over the island, forming amazingly shaped and colored rocks. The sea water is so clear, that makes you want to drink it! The port, the "chora", and the very few other little settlements are very scenic. A great hike is to "skiadi", there are plenty of beautiful beaches, and it is never too crowded.

Municipality of Kimolos

Kimolos island

Serifos - Σέριφος

2010-09-13T09:13:00.000-07:00

Such a small island, so many incredible beaches! Plus one of the most scenic "chora" of Cyclades, and a few very interesting little villages overlooking the sea. Relaxing holidays for everyone!

e-Serifos

Municipality of Serifos

Serifos island

Serifos info

Kythnos - Κύθνος

2010-09-10T06:42:00.000-07:00

A mix of Kea and Serifos, this suprisingly less popular island has a lot to offer. Numerous beautiful sandy beaches - Kolona is simply unique! -, two very different styled scenic villages - Chora and Driopis -, and a few fishing villages. It does worth a visit!

Municipality of Kythnos

Kythnos island

Kithnos, Cyclades

Kythnos on the internet

Kea (Tzia) - Κέα (Τζια)

2010-09-07T05:24:00.000-07:00

The surprise close to the shore has a style of its own! More colorful than the rest of Cyclades, and with enough plantation. Still Ioulis is a very beautiful and unique "chora", so is the port of Korissia. Magnificent sandy beaches all over the island, and plenty of interesting footpaths for hiking, and some famous shipwrecks for divers. Ancient cities, and my favorite; Kea's lion!

Kea municipality

Kea-Tzia

Trizonia - Τροιζόνια

2010-08-02T06:21:00.000-07:00

The only inhabited islet of Corinthian gulf, is an oasis for - but not limited to - the sailing boats passing by. Can also be reached by little taxi boats from both shores, it's just a few minutes trip. There is an organized marina, crystal clear and particularly cool waters, and the scenery ...

Trizonia, a trip to a myth!

Trizonia, paradise in gulf of Corinth

Zakynthos (Zante) - Ζάκυνθος

2010-07-28T04:11:00.000-07:00

Big island, full of a wide variety of plants, amazing blue sea waters, and one of the very few birth places of the sea turtle caretta caretta. Both a car and boat trips are necessary to explore the natural beauties of the island. The famous shipwreck beach, the sea caves, the two traditional lighthouses are just some ideas ...

e - Zakynthos

The island of Zakynthos

Zakynthos online

Perfecture of Zakynthos

Meganisi - Μεγανήσι

2010-07-22T04:53:00.000-07:00

The biggest from the small islands that can be visited from Nidri, Lefkada. There are three villages, endless little and a few bigger beaches, sea caves, great hikes... Ideal for a really calm time.

Municipality of Meganisi

Meganissi travel and tourism guide

Lefkada (Lefkas) - Λευκάδα

2010-07-19T04:32:00.000-07:00

Hardly an island, since it's so close to the shore, that the boat to take you there forms a bridge that you simply have to drive through it. In a sense this makes it ideal for people who get sea sick! The island has a lot to offer, beautiful beaches full of plantation, great hikes including a small cataract, one of the greatest beaches for wind surfers in Greece. Other highlights include the famous Porto katsiki beach, and the daily cruises from Nydri to the little isles.

Perfecture of Lefkada

Lefkas (Lefkada) island

Lefkada holidays

Travel guide for holidays in Lefkada

Antipaxi (Antipaxos) - Αντίπαξοι (Αντίπαξος)

2010-07-16T06:47:00.000-07:00

About a mile from Paxos, Antipaxos is an even smaller little paradise! There are simply no words to describe the waters and colors here, but be prepared, the sea is particularly cold. The island is barely inhabited.

Paxi (Paxos) - Παξοί (Παξός)

2010-07-11T13:43:00.000-07:00

A little "oasis" in the Ionian, with a scenic village, full of plantation and crystal clear waters. Features a magnificent natural port.

Corfu (Kerkyra) - Κέρκυρα

2010-07-04T10:48:00.000-07:00

The biggest from the Ionian, has plenty to offer and needs significant time to be explored. Beaches, towns, hikes, culture, local specialities.

Municipality of Kerkyra

Tourist guide for Corfu

Corfu Greece

Kerkyra info

Ionian islands - Νησιά Ιονίου (επτάνησα)

2010-06-28T09:59:00.000-07:00

Ionian, or "seven islands", are totally different from the Aegean ones. Full of plantation, a lot less windy, different style, colors and culture. Just another world to explore ...

Corfu (Kerkyra) - Κέρκυρα
Erikousa
Mathraki
Othoni
Paxi (Paxos) - Παξοί (Παξός)
Antipaxi - Αντίπαξοι
Lefkada (Lefkas) - Λευκάδα
Meganisi - Μεγανήσι
Kalamos
Kastos
Kefallonia
Ithaki
Zakynthos (Zante) - Ζάκυνθος
Strofades
Kythira
Antikythira

Ro (Rho) - Ρω

2010-06-23T03:22:00.000-07:00

Whoever comes as far as Kastelorizo, should take a day trip to this little island. Well known for its "Lady of Ro", who was its only inhabitant, and who for decades rose the Greek flag every morning, until her death in 1982. The islet offers crystal clear sandy waters, ideal for a swim.

Kastelorizo (Megisti) - Καστελόριζο (Μεγίστη)

2010-06-21T06:29:00.000-07:00

Kastelorizo, being so far east, does not normally fit in Greece's maps. The feeling of escaping "outside" of the map is exciting and overwhelming. The village is so scenic, the port forms an enormous sea pool with crystal clear waters, no cars can ruin the peace. There are great hikes around the village, the "red castle" offers a magnificent sunset view, and small boat trips to nearby islets and swimming sites. Last but by no means least, the amazing blue cave!

Municipality of Megisti

Kastellorizo page

Kastellorizo

Kastellorizo holidays