Hi veronica, i found the greek islands to be expensive, even with busabout. Our greek island vacation packages depart from athens but also from some popular islands like mykonos, santorini and rhodes. Discover our greek island hopping tour and start your cruise around greece. We are two adult couples in our mid 50s, coming without. Lots of tips and great details with town maps, including bus routes, their frequency, ferry companies and ticket information, best beaches, island ratings, flights, rail links, accommodations, nightlife, food, water sports, historical and cultural info, and even greek mustknow words, etc.
Matt barretts guides to greece and the greek islands. This island hopping route allows you to enjoy the beauty of 2 of greece s most beloved islands after exploring vibrant and bustling athens. Experience authentic travel experiences like a local and make memories of a lifetime. After weeks of greek food it was nice to try something a. Greek island hopping guides to the best greek islands. Naxos isnt as well known as santorini but its just as beautiful and is actually the largest of the cylcadic islands. This is a great guide whether you are island hopping or simply someone who likes to go to greece for your holidays. Santorini, mykonos and many more island hopping opportunities in aegean sea. Sep 14, 2015 ive been islandhopping for the first time in 30 years. This greek island hopping itinerary allows you to enjoy sightseeing in athens before escaping two idyllic greek islands that are not completely overrun with other tourists perfect for that tranquil greek island escape away from the stress and worries of the real world. 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.
Island hopping in the greek islands 57 2016 515 2016 loved paros wanted more time there and loves the hiking on naxos felt like i was out in nature. Plan your perfect greek islandhopping adventure lonely planet. Mediterranean escape plus 12 day greek island hopping 22. The cyclades is the ideal greek island hopping group, having frequent ferries and short journey times. The nearer the summer approaches, the higher the costs become. While island hopping implies that there was some sort of quick progression through the islands, we took our time. Customized greek islands tour l mykonos l santorini l. 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. I think this pass is a good option if youre flexible and planning to do some extensive island hopping.
I never had to worry about buying ferry tickets or arranging a transfer while i was traveling, which let me really enjoy my holiday. Use a travel agent to book all your greek island hopping ferry tickets and transfers in advance. A great way to discover greece further and get into the greek spirit. Ive been island hopping for the first time in 30 years. 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. A guide to greek island hopping greek island hopping.
Just imagine, you get off from a long flight, ready to start your greek island hopping experience, and theres a friendly face waiting to greet you at the airport and. Greek island hopping packages in the cyclades and sporades. Lonely planet greek islands travel guide paperback 11 mar 2016. Ill show you how to book a ferry easily, which greek islands to visit, and more. This is my first time trying to plan a vacation to the greek islands. This weeks post was written by guest author erik westgard of st. Which is the best greek island hopping route for you. Mediterranean escape plus 12 day greek island hopping 22 days includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more. The best greek island hopping from athens, crete, santorini and mykonos. Med experience greek sailing and island hopping for 1835s.
How to make the most of your greek island hopping the. Then visit mykonos, known for its gorgeous beaches, nightlife, relaxing atmosphere. You may have heard of mykonos and santorini, but ios. Scattered across the aegean and ionian seas, the greek islands lure many. Ios is a smaller greek island only accessible by boat. With the discovery tour mediterranean escape plus 10 day greek island hopping 20 days, you have a 20 day tour package taking you through rome, italy and 11 other destinations in europe. We have a collection of hotels spread across popular islands such as crete. Apr 10, 2017 summer of 2016 i made my dream of island hopping in greece come true. Some convenient greek island hopping packages from rhodes may include the close islands of kos, simi, kalymnos, and patmos. 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. Greek island hopping is one of europes unmissable adventures. Most probably there is no other destination where the leisure and fun is nested such. You will find below many private greek islands hopping packages we propose to help you organize your holidays to the islands with ease and totally carefree.
Mar 06, 1998 now in its 18th edition, this annual favourite is bigger and better than ever. Dont visit only one, visit all the stunning destinations in the ionian islands during your summer holidays in greece. New roads have been and keep on being constructed, to suit the increasing needs of the country and provide easier and faster access to major towns and tourist spots. Greek guides lead the way on our greek island odyssey and greek island hopping tours giving you an insight into the local culture and way of life. Greek island hopping with med experience worldfanfair. This greece travel guide is specific to the western cyclades, a magical chain of islands. Jun 03, 2018 the days of greek islandhopping using ferry timetables are over. Did not like santorini at all would have liked another less touristy island with better hiking.
For overnight ferries, its always best to book ahead. Are you considering doing a contiki greek island tour. Greece tour including delphi, meteora, olympia and athens in mainland. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books. Ultimate guide to island hopping in greece cyclades, saronic, dodecanese, sporades. Greece is constantly developing its tourism infrastructure, not only in the greek islands but all over the country as well. With the adventure tour mediterranean escape plus 12 day greek island hopping 22 days, you have a 22 day tour package taking you through rome, italy and 11 other destinations in europe. Plus it gets you a 30% discount on any additional journeys. At cactus resturant in parikia town the best and only mexican restaurant on the island. Greek island hopping with contiki athens mykonos santorini ios september 2016. The ultimate greek islandhopping experience minus the crowds. Also known as the greek island pass or attica pass, this has existed since 2016 and is valid for most lines on the superfast ferriesanek linesblue star routes.
Its town clings to the hill like a pearlescent oyster shell and guarded by a sentinel of three white chapels. Getting there is a big part of the adventure, and island hopping is a. Greek island hopping recommended by sovereign holidays. Album in return deluxe edition writers harrison gordon mills, clayton joseph knight. Greek island hopping contiki days from athens to athens. Greek island hopping tells it how it is so its an invaluable resource for finding a destination to suit you. 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.
Think secluded bays, hidden tavernas, local experiences and epic nightlife. Greek island hopping updated for 2020 santorini dave. Stranger things is a 2016 american science fiction horror series. Hi all, i recently posted in the honeymoon forum about going on a greek island cruise or to maui for my honeymoon in october 2016. Island hopping with thomas cook ialyssos message board. The following resources are useful for planning and booking. Your greek island hopping adventure begins as you watch the beautiful sunrise from the back of a ferry departing athens. Shared accommodation is priced anywhere from 20 60 euro per person per night depending on if your wanting to stay in the budget tents or nicer hotel style rooms. Just one quick question, when i was checking the different editions 2011,2012,20, they were all listed as being 720 pages. Aug 02, 2016 nevertheless, we have a feeling that what youre looking forward to the most is doing some extensive, epic, eversounforgettable greek island hopping. Greek holiday guide can provide everything a traveler needs to have an unforgettable island hopping book online through our ferry and hotel booking system or just ask us to organize a tailor made program just for.
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. The period between january and march is best for those looking for cheap flight tickets to their perfect activity holidays in greece. Even outoftheway islands get heavy tourist traffic in the summer, so options abound. 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.
Guide travel guides travel info best greek islands greek. Hi, i am planning to do some island hopping during the last week of may. Book ferry tickets, superb hotel rooms and villas in advance. Aug 22, 2016 are you considering doing a contiki greek island tour. If playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device.
The experience is still very much as i remember it, with huge ferries charging into. Greek island holidays greek island hopping europe contiki. Read on to learn what to expect, where to go, and how to start planning your adventure. These neighborhoods are dominated by locals, so we are here to share with your our insiders guide to glyfada, voula and vouliagmeni. Paul, minnesota, who shares the highlights of his travels in corfu, greece after sailing the mediterranean with the moorings. Tourism in greece is one of the countrys main sources of income since 1980. Book ferry tickets to the greek islands in advance. 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. But if youre planning a greek island hopping adventure, how do you go from over two hundred choices to a few islands that will make your travels the most fun, fit your budget, and help you see a variety of what greek island life is like.
Now in its 18th edition, this annual favourite is bigger and better than ever. Weve written a helpful 2 week greek island itinerary, including ferry route advice, our top tips for traveling greece on an affordable budget, the best places to eat, and our favorite beaches in greece. My tentative itinerary is 3 nights in santorini, 2 nights in parosnaxos, and 2 nights in mykonos. Check out these great greek island hopping packages the price you see is the price you pay, with no hidden extras the greek island hopping packages quoted below include all transfers and ferry tickets as detailed. Greek island holidays greek island hopping contiki au.
Greek travel pages useful search option and links for ferries. Ill never forget this tour greek island hopping with med experience. Greek poet homer, author of the iliad and the odyssey, is buried, here. Holidays to the greek islands can be amazing with island hopping in greece. Greek island hopping by frewin poffley edition differences. Greek island holidays greek island hopping contiki ca. Europe greek island tours for the solo female traveler hi there. Now that i have experienced island hopping in greece, its hard to think about going ona traditional packaged holiday again i have always loved the greek islands and visited some of the more popular including rhodes, crete, corfu and skiathos but for my 50th birthday, i decided i wanted to explore the smaller, less well known isles and i wasnt disappointed. Numerous colors of the night and incredible atmosphere of ancient greek world will both entertain and charm you. Get off the beaten track and discover an authentic side of the greek islands with our small group tours. The name of my contiki tour was greek island hopping.
While there are six thousand islands in greece, only two hundred and twentyseven of them are inhabited. All our packages can be tailormade and arranged according to. Mediterranean escape plus 10 day greek island hopping 20 days includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more. As per the recommendations of many others, i definitely plan to buy greek island hopping guide by frewin poffley.
Greek island hopping 101 everything you need to know. The days of greek islandhopping using ferry timetables are over. Im planning a trip to greece this summer and am looking into whether an island hopping tour would be easier than booking. If you want to find out more about ferries, thomas cook sponsor a yearly book, greek island hopping, the 2010 edition should be appearing soon, try any large book shop with a travel section,or amazon. Mar 20, 2012 this book is a very detailed guide on how to move about around the greek island using the ferry boats that are found all over the area. Plan your perfect greek islandhopping adventure lonely. Also known as the greek island pass or attica pass, this has existed since 2016 and. A guide to greek island hopping in the cyclades to travel too. Discover our handpicked walking tours, sightseeing tours, adventure tours, day trips, unique local activities and quirky things to do. The days of greek island hopping using ferry timetables are over. Loved for its distinctive style and honest tellithowitis commentary. Greekisland accommodations range from rustic dhomatia to designer hotels with spectacular views. We fully support your enthusiasm because youre right, touring the islands is one of the most unique things to do in greece, especially in the summer, whether thats for a long stay or for.
When you book a sovereign holiday you can rest assured you will be saying in luxury. My fiance and i have decided that we want to do something really special that well likely never do again, so weve decided wed like to go to greece. The best websites for booking a greek holiday are for hotels for flights for ferries. I was originally thinking of purchasing one of those package tours which include all the accomodations, ferry. November 15, 2016 the moorings comments editors note. The ultimate greek islandhopping experience minus the. From rhodes, there are ferries to smaller close islands and to crete. Although not as popular as the other islands, ios is a pleasant surprise for those who have the privilege of visiting it and theres a reason why its the last island of the tour. Absolutely the best book if youre island hopping in greece. Customized greek islands tour l mykonos l santorini l crete l. At the busiest times julyseptember, peaking in august, visitors can outnumber beds. Id joined a g adventures itinerary that offered a bijou boating experience that kept us away from the crowds.
Fresh salt air in your hair, long hot days, crazy nights, magic sunsets, caldera views, dinner with friends and ouzo. Greece itinerary greece travel europe travel guide travel guides travel info best greek islands greek island hopping trip planning summer food heading out to a holiday in sifnos, greece this is the food island and here is the list of the 10 best sifnos restaurants for you. Island hopping in the greek islands adventures in good. Lots of tips and great details with town maps, including bus routes, their frequency, ferry companies and ticket information, best beaches, island ratings, flights, rail links. Nov 07, 2014 while the greek island hopper is slow paced in contiki world, we still moved insanely fast for my taste i was extremely grateful i had spent five days in santorini beforehand, or i would never had had time to do everything i wanted to on that island. Most airlines charge more for the return leg, so it is advisable to fly in using the discount ticket and do your greek island hopping route back to athens, which actually serves the purpose of the trip. Greek island hopping travel guide to holidays in greece. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The best greek island hopping from athens, crete, santorini and. In my case, i booked everything through greeka and my airport transfer guy brought my ferry tickets to the airport. Mediterranean escape plus 10 day greek island hopping 20. Greek island tours for the solo female traveler fodors.
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