Greek island hopping tour trips to greece package holidays, greek islands holiday vacation packages greece. Greek island hopping with med experience worldfanfair. Buy lonely planet greek islands travel guide 9 by lonely planet, miller, korina, averbuck. The 6,000 islands are scattered across the eastern mediterranean. With the adventure tour greek island hopping, you have a day tour package taking you through athens, greece and 3 other destinations in greece.
Ive compared the costs and its definitely cheaper to arrange your own holiday. You can save on the cost of ferry tickets by getting an inter island pass or greek island pass from another of our partners. And to read more about why my first greek island hop was one of my most memorable trips, check out this post. The best websites for booking a greek holiday are for hotels for flights for ferries. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. And, remember the below is just a suggested itinerary, and island hopping can be completely tailored in order to meet your holiday needs.
Discover cities like athens, delphi, olympia and kalambaka. As per the recommendations of many others, i definitely plan to buy greek island hopping guide by frewin poffley. Matt barretts guides to greece and the greek islands. My tentative itinerary is 3 nights in santorini, 2 nights in parosnaxos, and 2 nights in mykonos. You can ask us to customize this island hopping tour according to your needs. From the smallest to the biggest island, crete, you could spend a lifetime islandhopping without getting bored. Lonely planet greek islands travel guide and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. We have a collection of hotels spread across popular islands such as crete.
Greek island hopping may 2017 europe western europe. These were not so easily connected in the past, but since may 2018, a new ferry line connecting has revolutionized island hopping in the ionian sea. Greek island hopping recommended by sovereign holidays. Cruise or explore with our santorini vacations and mykonos travel options. Now when the rainy and grey november is in a full swing i often daydream about summer destinations and post those perfect turquoise water pictures from island hopping in greece on my instagram. Find the easiest way to travel between greek islands, and enjoy a hasslefree island hopping journey. 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. Unless youre a keen swimmer the best, and often the only way to get between islands is by ferry, which is also part of the experience. We chose to go with them because of their smaller group sizes and affordable price. Unless you have very specific reasons for going, crete is too large to include in your itinerary.
Books set in greece tale away books for readers who travel. Mar 16, 2010 i have just returned from my first greek island hopping holiday and used this book a lot. These neighborhoods are dominated by locals, so we are here to share with your our insiders guide to glyfada, voula and vouliagmeni. Getting there is a big part of the adventure, and island hopping is a. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Id joined a g adventures itinerary that offered a bijou boating experience that kept us away from the crowds. 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. Plan your perfect greek islandhopping adventure lonely planet. Mar 20, 2018 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. 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.
Spotlight on greece plus 12 day greek island hopping 7 destinations includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport. The pretty greek port of katakolon is overrun with cruise ships and tourists in season because it also happens to be a 40minute drive from olympia, birthplace of. Aug 1, 2017 cyclades islands, a greek island group found just to the southeast of athens and the mainland of greece, are the most popular islands among tourists. How to plan a greek island hopping vacation greece. Your greek island hopping adventure begins as you watch the beautiful sunrise from the back of a ferry departing athens. All our packages can be tailormade and arranged according to. Consider island hopping between the cyclades and dodecanese islands or around the ionian islands to find some of the most beautiful beaches in greece. Depending on which greek islands youre hoping to visit, its a good idea to also check the local calendars for panigyria. Greek island holidays greek island hopping contiki au.
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. The days of greek island hopping using ferry timetables are over credit. Island hopping in greece cyclades my travel affairs blog. Island hopping in greeces dodecanese travel the guardian. 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. Greekisland accommodations range from rustic dhomatia to designer hotels with spectacular views. November 30, 2017 terese kerrigan we recently explored the serene and beautiful ionian, and now we switch our attention to greeces southern coast, towards athens and the benign but challenging aegean. We remind you that this is not a group tour but an individual tour. Greek island hopping tour trips, greek islands vacation. If playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device. 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. A trip to greeces islandssantorini, mykonos, hydra, corfu, and moreis an.
Spotlight on greece plus 12 day greek island hopping 7. Book your ferry tickets for the islands of greece, italy and turkey. And one of the places i have wanted to travel most is greece. And the ferries, although not always on time, are definitely the easiest and cheapest way to get around. It was clear from day one that the ferry timetables are incorrect and although these are stated as normal high season times it seemed strange that at the end of june these were so wrong. Greek island hopping sets the standard for independent travellers guidebooks to the greek islands. Look out for graffiti artworks of the winged hero on walls dotted around the port of evdilos. If you select some of the famous islands like santorini, mykonos, you have to book many months in advance. If you desire a more private and personal experience, or are planning your honeymoon, then this is the ideal choice. Exclusive greek island hopping pass by hostelbay tour the. It supports multiple destinations, which makes ideal for island hopping. While there are six thousand islands in greece, only two hundred and twentyseven of them are inhabited. Therefore, you will need to book ferry tickets for each leg of every itinerary and there.
Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to. With the discovery tour spotlight on greece plus 12 day greek island hopping 7 destinations, you have a 16 day tour package taking you through athens, greece and 5 other destinations in greece. Greece greece vacation packages travel greek islands. While its always smart to secure tickets once you know when youre traveling, its not necessary to book too far ahead unless youre traveling. Discover our 8 days greek island hopping package from athens to crete island, greece. How about greek island hopping for your summer hols. 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. One around a few of the islands of the cyclades ios, santorini and mykonos. Now when the rainy and grey november is in a full swing i often daydream about summer destinations and post those perfect turquoise water pictures from island hopping in greece on my instagram so i have come up with this superb guide to the. Travelling around mykonos, paros, santorini, milos and athens. Jun 28, 2019 it supports multiple destinations, which makes ideal for island hopping.
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. Apr 23, 2017 a sevennight islandhopping trip in the dodecanese starts at. A guide to island hopping in greece the different greek island clusters. Holidays to the greek islands can be amazing with island hopping in greece. I was originally thinking of purchasing one of those package tours which include all the accomodations, ferry tickets, and transportation to and from the ports. Reviewed in the united kingdom on 18 november 2017. Jun 03, 2018 the days of greek islandhopping using ferry timetables are over. 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. Apr 10, 2017 if youre looking to book a greek island hopping tour this year i cannot recommend med experience enough. Our greek island vacation packages depart from athens but also from some popular islands like mykonos, santorini and rhodes. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. It is convenient for a visit to knossos for the reimagined minoan archaeology.
Its fun and easy to book your own trip and much more rewarding. Greek island hopping updated for 2020 santorini dave. A dreamy 2week greek island hopping itinerary alajode. 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. 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. Whether you have two full weeks or less, simply pick out the bits you like the most and save the others for a later date. Note that unfortunately, there are no ferry passes for greece. Greek island hopping cyclades islands holidays 2020. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required.
How to island hop to the cyclades greek island hopping. Then find the best things to do in athens, from exploring the acropolis to shopping in plaka. Exclusive greek island hopping pass by hostelbay tour the cyclades short. A few days ago i found myself dreaming about island hopping in greece, trekking in the dolomites and chilling in beautiful istria. Since we live by the beach i knew we had to do something to do the with water. I absolutely loved this weeks theme to pick any place we wanted. 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. Most are in the aegean sea south and east of mainland greece while a few others are in the ionian sea west of the mainland.
Book our exclusive island hopping pass and ferry tickets. At the busiest times julyseptember, peaking in august, visitors can outnumber beds. Your exit point in crete to santorini is heraklion, which is a large, busy city with an ancient history, with architecture from the byzantine era to venetian to awful concrete city blocks. Here are the best island hopping itineraries around greek islands. The ultimate greek islandhopping experience minus the. Gate 1 travel has fantastic greece vacation packages including escorted tours and multicity journeys. Im really looking forward to travelling with them again in the future. Im wondering if anyone could give me some tips on what islands are a must see. Dont visit only one, visit all the stunning destinations in the ionian islands during your summer holidays in greece. Explore rhodes old town with its medieval city walls, visit cretes spectacular samaria gorge and admire the white villages clinging to volcanic cliffs on santorini. Jan 09, 2015 the pretty greek port of katakolon is overrun with cruise ships and tourists in season because it also happens to be a 40minute drive from olympia, birthplace of the olympic games.
These greek summer festivals are unique cultural experiences that can be a lot of fun, but also might affect ferry schedules, opening hours at attractions, and produce crowds and parades that can otherwise complicate the logistics of getting around. 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. The ultimate greek islandhopping experience minus the crowds. Island hopping in greece beach holidays british airways. Naxos is a closekept secret of travelers to the mediterranean where we will explore the endless golden sand dunes that line the coasts of the island and indulge in some of the best greek island. In addition to our portfolio, we are happy to arrange a customized vacation package tailored to your needs and preferences. I was thinking 1 night in athens at the start, then 4 nights paros, 5 nights naxos, 2 nights. Ive done two separate little ferry tours of greece. I was inspired by the dreamy mediterranean blues and greens and wanted to make flowing pieces that would be at home along the water.
Planet back in 2000, and it involved some serious island hopping around greece. Plan your perfect greek islandhopping adventure lonely. For more information and to book a tour you can visit the med experience website. Oct 10, 2017 try the islandhopping experience and go from one island to the next with the hellenic seaways ferries. Then visit mykonos, known for its gorgeous beaches, nightlife, relaxing atmosphere. The island takes its name from the character icarus in greek mythology who is said to have fallen into the sea near the island. If youre looking to book a greek island hopping tour this year i cannot recommend med experience enough. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Scattered across the aegean and ionian seas, the greek islands lure many. The greek island hopping itinerary for 14 days below covers five of the best greek islands, but you can adapt it to suit your trip. The only pass that gives some discount on greek island is the interrail greek islands pass.
When you book a sovereign holiday you can rest assured you will be saying in luxury. The days of greek islandhopping using ferry timetables are over. Check out the romantic city of istanbul, turkey with our travel options. 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. 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. Nov 30, 2017 greek island hopping in the aegean published. It would have been better to say 3 ferries to xxx a day as a guide. Just one quick question, when i was checking the different editions 2011,2012,20, they were all listed as being 720 pages. Greek island hopping includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more. Greek island cruises show 2020 show 2021 show 2022.
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