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Which Greek islands to visit this summer Vol.1

All of them? Joking aside, that’s a bit of an impossible question to answer.

With 6000 islands to choose from – only 227 of which are inhabited – there’s enough secluded beaches, ancient history, simply epic food, dramatic nature, charming towns (and people) to fill a lifetime of travels.

That’s why we’ve chosen some champions to represent the many Greek island holiday possibilities – from adventure hiking to wine and dining – and to give you a sense of the wonder they have to offer.

Skiathos, Sporades – for the picture perfect beach

Top things to do:

Take a boat to tucked away Lalaria Beach

Explore the Bourtzi fortress on the waterfront, and the Chora’s old town

Dive and see a shipwreck up close

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Go to the dark side of sea and sun at Perissa Black Sand Beach

Watch the sun set over Santorini and the caldera (preferably while sipping a great wine)

Soak in the sights on the scenic 9 km Fira-Oia hike

Crete – for those who want history (and food) on a grand scale

Shell out for Crete’s signature snail dishes

Go off the beaten track to see eye-opening natural wonders at Samaria Gorge and the Elafonissi lagoon (best reached from Chania on the west of Crete)

Travel back in time at Knossos, one of the major Greek archaeological sites

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Take a tour of Kritinia, a 16th century Venetian fort, and the sea-facing Lindos Acropolis.

Spend a day relaxing on the quiet, golden sands and clear waters of Agtathi Beach.

Get lost in the narrow, nameless streets of the Old Town.

Chios – for those searching for a hidden gem

Admire the pretty patterns on the building facades in Pyrgi village

Develop a taste for the aromatic mastic gum, which graces everything from pastries to liquor

Pay your respects at one of Greece’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Nea Moni Monastery

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Kalymnos, Dodecanese Islands – for serious adventurers

After a day of adventure, replenish yourself with fresh seafood at the harbor tavernas in Pothia

Take a calm day trip to neighbouring Telendos

In between dives and climbs, take time to relax at Kantouni Beach

Thassos – for a luxurious, boutique holiday feel

Swim in a infinity pool made of rock by the sea at Giola lagoon – or at one of Thassos’ many blissful beaches

Visit the picturesque Monastery of Archangel Michael, perched on a cliff with a view of the Aegean

Taste Thassos’ fine olive oil and dishes like pitarakia – a light, tasty courgette fritter

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Swim and soak up sun by day, sweat and dance to world-class DJs by night at Mykonos’ famous beach clubs

Try out windsurfing at Kalafatis

Stroll around the well-preserved, Instagram-friendly streets of Mykonos town and see the powder-white walls of Paraportiani Church

Explore the abandoned town of Old Perithia – and the wild fruit trees, vineyards and Venetian ruins around it.

Take your pick of the 6 heavenly beaches of Paleokastritsa

Find your way around the Venetian old town

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Walk the trails of Mount Ainos National Park, and Fiskardo

Watch the sunset at Myrtos Beach – and get a view from above if you can

Fall deeply in love with Melissani Cave, or explore the depths by scuba diving at Fiskardo

 

Indulge in the beauty of Hozoviotissa Monastery, and the oh-so-pretty white houses of Amorgos town (Chora)

Taste local delights like Xerotigana – fried pies filled with white beet and fennel

Snorkel in the deep blue waters, or sit back at Ayia Anna Beach, where The Big Blue was shot

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Symi, Dodecanese Islands – for those who want more colour in their lives

Enjoy an ouzo at one of the tavernas on the coast – and try out Symi’s famous mini shrimp

Make your way to Nos, Agios Georgios, Agios Nikolaos, Nanou, Marathounta or Faneromeni beach… any beach really

Climb the 500 stone steps of Kali Strata to see the postcard-worthy town from above

Zakynthos (Zante), Ionian Islands – for storied beaches and a storied past

 

Visit the Solomos Museum – and the Byzantine Museum in Solomos Square – to immerse yourself in local culture and history

In addition to famous Navagio, visit Laganas beach – it’s where the endangered loggerhead turtles lay their eggs

Take a trip to the Venetian Castle, which stands where the Acropolis once did

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Kos, Dodecanese Islands – for a holiday that will heal your soul

Rejuvenate in the pool at Therma Beach, where hot springs meet cool sea water

Visit the medieval settlement of Palio Pyli

Explore the Ottoman quarter and end the day with fennel pie, fresh fish and proper tsípouro (or ouzo) at Pote tin Kyriaki – the name translates to “Never on Sundays”, and should give you an idea on opening times

Climb up to see the rectangular marble arch of Portara – or see the island from a thousand metres above at Mount Zas

Visit a 6th century Byzantine monastery at Panagia Drosiani

Get away to secluded Alyko or Plaka Beach

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Visit the protector of the island, the 15th century Castle of Agia Mavra

Lounge and swim in the shadow of cliffs at Porto Katsiki

Find some time to explore the Dimossari Waterfalls

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Samos, North Aegean Sea – for those who loves philosophy and taste wine

Explore Heraion of Samos

Visit Pythagoreio Archaeological Museum

Climb to the cave of Pythagoras

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