Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months. Greek island holidays greek island hopping contiki za. Greek island hopping may 2017 europe western europe. We chose to go with them because of their smaller group sizes and affordable price. Plan your perfect greek islandhopping adventure lonely. Book the best the greek islands vacations the greek islands. The cyclades is the ideal greek island hopping group, having frequent ferries and short journey times. Getting there is a big part of the adventure, and island hopping is a breeze. Spreading in two main seas, the aegean and the ionian, the greek islands are divided into smaller groups. Some convenient greek island hopping packages from rhodes may include the close islands. All greek island hopping tours holiday packages to the. This afternoon check into your accommodation before joining your.
The ten day island hopping tour that has it all athens, mykonos, santorini and ios. Greek island hopping tells it how it is so its an invaluable resource for finding a destination to suit you. Greece, italy and turkey luxury travel kivotos of aegean is a greek dmc boutique travel and tourism company offering a wide range of exclusive itineraries for your vacation in the beautiful eastern mediterranean. Greek island hopping sets the standard for independent travellers guidebooks to the greek islands. Fishing boats and bluedomed church, greek orthodox, isle of lipsi, dodecanese. While its always smart to secure tickets once you know when youre traveling, its not necessary to book too far ahead unless youre. The rough guide to the greek islands travel guide rough guides by john fisher. The most popular island group is the cyclades islands.
These were not so easily connected in the past, but since may 2018, a new ferry line connecting has revolutionized island hopping. Cyclades hopping, an animated video published by g travel, shows how to arrange a simple island hopping holiday in the north and central cyclades. Greek island hopping 101 everything you need to know. For a general guide book the 2 big players in the uk at least are rough guide and lonely planet. Im really looking forward to travelling with them again in the future. If youre looking to book a greek island hopping tour this year i cannot recommend med experience enough. Greek island hopping guides to the best greek islands turn your greek island hopping dreams into reality with this guide to visiting the best greek islands. Greek island hopping sets the standard for independent travellers guidebooks to the greek islands thanks to its unique mix of island and ferry information, coupled with the most comprehensive collection of port town and sightseeing maps now in its 20th edition, the island hoppers bible returns, fully updated to give the most comprehensive coverage of the greek islands ever. With the adventure tour greek island hopping, you have a day tour package taking you through athens, greece and 3 other destinations in greece. Ancient temples stand tall on cliffs overlooking the turquoise seas, olive trees grow amongst a rugged landscape, cobblestoned streets lead to local tasty tavernas and best of all sandy beaches that stretch out for miles. But greek love stories aside, today id like to share a few tips and tricks i picked. In the interest of the health and safety of our staff and our customers we have decided to close our offices to public access, however, we remain open and committed to assisting you by phone and email. Greek island hopping sets the standard for independent travellers guidebooks to the greek islands thanks to its unique mix of island and ferry information, coupled with the most. Thought it was time to post my adventure to greece in 2017.
Youll discover the choicest resorts from boutique to backpacker, get the low down on island hopping from. Greek island hopping, a day tour from athens to mykonos, santorini and 2 destinations. The days of greek islandhopping using ferry timetables are over. A great way to discover greece further and get into the greek spirit.
So, we have listened and put together a few island. Dont visit only one, visit all the stunning destinations in the ionian islands during your summer holidays in greece. Greek island hopping guides to the best greek islands. Greece has over 2,900 islands, innumerable beaches and over 200 days of sunshine per year, so it is no wonder it is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world. Explore our selection of predefined greek island hopping itineraries, tours, cruises, and travel packages. To book or for more information, call our trusted advisers on. Plan your perfect greek islandhopping adventure lonely planet. Im planning a trip to the greek islands with my daughter who will be 17, travelling from australia, arriving in athens around 17 september 2017.
Only a short hop from athens, this little island is to be avoided in high season july and especially. How to island hop in the cyclades my greece travel blog. I have been researching the islands and have decided on the cyclades. Greek island hopping tour trips, greek islands vacation packages. Greek islands tour island hopping to mykonos and santorini. Its easy enough to islandhop independently, of course, but with my backpacking days long behind me, id decided to let someone else book ferries, transfers and hotels a tour operator which had just. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Greece tour including delphi, meteora, olympia and athens in mainland. In summer it receives many internal, external and charter flights from abroad, making it easy for people from other countries to come to the island. Numerous colors of the night and incredible atmosphere of ancient greek world will both entertain and charm you. Many who opt for island hopping in the cyclades will fly to mykonos or santorini as these have airports that will take international and charter flights. Greece tours greek islands hopping travel talk tours. If theres one country i repeatedly come back to, its greece.
Travelling around mykonos, paros, santorini, milos and athens. Here is your guide to the mustlive greek island hopping for summer 2019. If you select some of the famous islands like santorini, mykonos, you have to book many months in advance. The dazzling colours and great food of greeces famous islands extend to these. Holidays to the greek islands can be amazing with island hopping in greece. The only guide that shows you the location of over 1800 places to stay and 190 windmills. Book a tour of party island mykonos to solve all those niggling questions about where to go and what to see and do.
If you desire a more private and personal experience, or are planning your honeymoon, then this is the ideal choice. Greek island hopping includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more. Jan 7, 2014 if you were going to make a greek island your holiday destination, youd be faced with the tough decision of which one to choose, so weve put together a holiday that combines three of the best. Other tour companies that offer greek island hopping tours. November 30, 2017 terese kerrigan we recently explored the serene and beautiful ionian, and now we switch our attention to greeces. Were planning on greek island hopping for our honeymoon in august for 2 weeks my other half is a teacher so school holidays it has to be. Tour package greek islands tour island hopping to mykonos and santorini by siva travel services greece. Island hopping in greeces dodecanese travel the guardian. Getting there is a big part of the adventure, and island hopping is a. From rhodes, there are ferries to smaller close islands and to crete.
Lonely planet greek islands, our most comprehensive guide to the greek islands. I would agree with the three island plan, most people think island hopping is a different place everyday, but i found both on the mainland and the islands, travel mostly occurs in the middle of the day, takes longer than planned late starts or arrivals, other issues and basically chews up most of a day by the time you get settled again somewhere. Updated annually, this book is the most comprehensive and detailed guide to the greek islands. Greek island hopping is one of europes unmissable adventures. Travel between the sunwarmed shores of the greek islands, team two of the canaries or balearics, even. Now in its 18th edition, this annual favourite is bigger and better t. We prefer to travel in areas that have a more authentic, local feel, so we chose to travel around the cyclades, a stunning and diverse set of islands. There are two ways to plan your travels through the greek islands. From the dazzling blue sea and elegant yachts bobbing in quaint harbours, to the maze of white washed walls in tiny towns and clear skies above for as far as the eye can see, the greek islands are iconic. Theres also time for wining, dining and sightseeing in the capital, athens, at the.
If you havent been to greece before but dream about taking an island hopping holiday there, youre probably wondering where to go, and how to get from one island to the next. With 3 nights in each of greeces most popular spots, staying in topquality, airconditioned. Its fun and easy to book your own trip and much more rewarding. Greek island hopping jan 2011 europe western europe. Our holiday itineraries are fully flexible, and can be changed to fit your requirements. Greek island hopping cyclades islands holidays 20202021.
Santorini, mykonos and many more island hopping opportunities in aegean sea. Greekisland accommodations range from rustic dhomatia to designer hotels with spectacular views. Popular prearranged tours include cruises, sailing trips, and day trips from athens. Those who know their bible will tell you that it was on patmos that st john wrote the book of revelation. Ferries to naxos and paros depart daily from piraeus and rafina, the two main ports of athens. Experience the best of greece with a tour that will take you through santorini, mykonos, crete, corfu and many other hidden gems. The ultimate greek island hopping experience minus the crowds and ferry timetables. And, remember the below is just a suggested itinerary, and island hopping can be completely tailored in order to meet your holiday needs. Choose from stays in luxury resorts to traditional studios on the beachfront or in quieter retreats. It supports multiple destinations, which makes ideal for island hopping.
From the picturesque cliffs of santorini to the seaside clubs of mykonos, greek island hopping tours have perfected the art of the mediterranean holiday. Heres your complete guide including island hopping routes, island inspo and ticket info. And despite tourist development, the greek islands have not lost their original character. Ive compared the costs and its definitely cheaper to arrange your own holiday. Forty days in the greek islands paperback 25 aug 2017. Our time there was absolutely blissful magical even. If you are after more luxurious accommodation there is also a 5 star hotel, elies resort also located on the beachfront in vathi. Hello, i want to visit santorini, mykonos, milos, rhodes and crete. The only pass that gives some discount on greek island is the interrail greek islands pass. Great book the basis of next years holiday plans, makes island hopping sound much easier than i. This trip was unbelievable, definitely will be going back their in the near future.
Last summer, jurgen and i spent ten idyllic days island hopping in greece. The cycladic islands or simply the cyclades are an island group in the aegean sea between athens and crete. Greek island hopping tour trips, greek islands vacation. For those, i would personally recommend greek island hopping, a new edition issued every year, though it will have lots of information you dont need on ferries etc. But greek love stories aside, today id like to share a few tips and tricks i picked up in the process of planning our trip. Ill show you how to book a ferry easily, which greek islands to visit, and more. Athens short breaks, island hopping, theme tours, cullinanary tours. Mar 16, 2010 now in its 20th edition, the island hoppers bible returns, fully updated to give the most comprehensive coverage of the greek islands ever. The best websites for booking a greek holiday are for hotels for flights for ferries. This afternoon check into your accommodation before joining your tour manager and group for dinner at a restaurant overlooking the crater of santorinis volcano, the perfect spot to take in an incredible sunset. I dont have set dates so it can be flexible for a combo of boats and flights. Santorini, mykonos and paros with the typical cycladic architecture. The verdant ionian islands, located on the western part of greece, in the ionian sea, are famous for their turquoise waters, breathtaking beaches and picturesque villages.
Which is the best greek island hopping route for you. Best luxury holiday company 2017 silver award best holiday company to the iberian peninsula. Your greek island hopping adventure begins as you watch the beautiful sunrise from the back of a ferry departing athens. Id love a good mix greek island hopping may 2017 europe. Covering every greek island as well as athens, mainland ports and the turkish coast, the wealth of ferry details and town and island maps are unique to this guidebook. Buy greek island hopping independent travellers guides rev ed by aa publishing isbn. Covers athens, crete, the ionian islands, the cyclades, santorini, the saronic gulf islands, dodecanese, the northeastern aegean islands, evia, the sporades, and more the perfect choice. Ill show you how to book a ferry easily, which greek islands. Greece offers well over two hundred inhabited islands of all shapes and sizes, set like gems in the sparkling ionian and aegean seas so youre really spoilt for choice when planning a visit. Greek island hopping with med experience worldfanfair. Greece 2017 cyclades islands travel video duration. Greek island holidays greek island hopping contiki au. Greek island hopping has just got easier with our new recommended three island hops. Even outoftheway islands get heavy tourist traffic in the summer, so options abound.
From greek island hopping in the cyclades to going on a cretan odyssey, the routes are inspiring and classical, as are the islands with their appeal and character. Dec 20, 2012 greek island hopping tells it how it is so its an invaluable resource for finding a destination to suit you. Im travelling to greece this august and wanted to do some island hopping for about 910 days i suppose 34 islands with a few days on each. We provide a large list of hotels to choose from and all the available ferryair itineraries to travel to the greek islands. Mykonos, santorini and ios are at your disposal, you have plenty of time to shop, dine, relax or party.
It is the most complete of the island hopping tours visiting the most loved islands in the aegean sea. Lonely planet greek islands is your passport to the most relevant, uptodate advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Theres no other island in the world where natures wrath resulted in such beauty, beauty. Island hopping in gree ces dodecanese rhodes and kos are the dodecaneses big names, but this new island hopping trip focuses on the archipelagos smaller gems, where visitors may have the. Traveling to greek islands in november greece forum. Greek island hopping travel guide to holidays in greece. Island hopping in greece cyclades my travel affairs blog. The ferry trip from paros to naxos is very short 3060 min depending on vessel and therefore it is very easy to travel from one island to the other. Greek island hopping tour trips to greece package holidays, greek islands holiday vacation packages greece. Tours in europe greek island hopping trip to athens.
Although we have set the layout for these greek island hopping packages, we only make the necessary bookings after first fixing the traveling details with you. Find more at see more ideas about greek islands, novels. The ultimate greek islandhopping experience minus the. Scattered across the aegean and ionian seas, the greek islands lure many. Firsttimers often describe their trip to the greek islands, as if they were one monolithic. Add in the closest thing youll get to an explanation of the greek ferry system and youve got the essential guide book for the greek islands. The 168 islands which are inhabited are all located in the aegean and ionian seas and island hopping. The ultimate greek islandhopping experience minus the crowds. Greek holiday guide can provide everything a traveler needs to have an unforgettable island hopping book online through our ferry and. Many of the greek islands are small enough to explore in their entirety in a day or two if you.
At the busiest times julyseptember, peaking in august, visitors can outnumber beds. In addition to our portfolio, we are happy to arrange a customized vacation package tailored to your needs and preferences. Greek island hopping independent travellers guides. For relaxing greek island holidays, visit the tiny island of paxoi near corfu with the most emerald sea waters you can find in its sandy beaches. Prototypical greek islands and they are everything you may expect from a perfect island in. Buy the rough guide to the greek islands rough guides 9th revised edition by. With its tellithowitis commentary and reliable information on all of the islands and how best to travel to and between them, greek island hopping is perfect for seasoned and new hoppers alike. Myself and my 5 girl friends are going greek island hopping in the cyclades this summer from the 18th of august to 3rd of september. Should you book a greek island hopping tour or plan your trip on your own. Greece island hopping tours greece tours take you to a country of phenomenal cultural, historical heritage, amazing coastlines and remarkable beauty. The first decision you have to make is which area to focus on. In addition to our portfolio, we are happy to arrange a customized vacation package tailored to. Former resident and rough guide to greece author nick edwards picks five of the best greek islands.
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