Out of all of the Cyclades - the group of islands that surround the sacred Greek island of Delos - Mykonos is perhaps the most famous. It is known for its gorgeous green rolling hills, exquisite beaches and the glamorous, cosmopolitan crowd that typically vacations here. While Mykonos makes for an ideal base for archaeological day trips to the nearby islands, the island itself has plenty to offer. Spend your days exploring the quaint winding alleyways strewn with iconic whitewashed houses; sailing around the picturesque harbour and out into the glistening Aegean Sea; unwinding on the idyllic beaches, and dining in the numerous fine restaurants. If it’s unforgettable nightlife, a bit of luxury, and plenty of natural beauty you are after, Mykonos is undoubtedly the destination for you.
Situated in the Aegean Sea, the Greek island of Naxos is the largest of the Cyclades Archipelago. Its fertile landscape features ancient ruins, quaint mountain villages with sheep-dotted slopes, and vast stretches of magnificent beaches. With their crystal-clear waters, soft white sands and watersports such as swimming, windsurfing, kitesurfing and surfing on offer, the beaches here provide the ultimate holiday experience, while the island’s lush interior makes it an ideal destination for hiking and mountain biking enthusiasts. Make sure to visit the mysterious Cave of Zas, filled with incredible stalactite formations and dedicated to Zeus in ancient times. The wide variety of historic attractions includes breathtaking Venetian mansions, Byzantine country churches, and the medieval old quarter of Kastro, with its centuries-old stone paving, arches and buildings.
Set in the Cyclades Archipelago at the heart of the Aegean Sea, the paradise-like Paros Island is renowned for its spectacular beaches, idyllic traditional villages, and exciting nightlife. The island boasts 38 magnificent soft, sandy beaches, characterised by white sand, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and superb restaurants and beach bars. The eastern beaches are perfect for windsurfing and kite surfing, and there are numerous magnificent scuba diving spots, as well as guided trips to the uninhabited islets of the Aegean Sea, with close reefs and old wrecks on offer. Historic attractions include intriguing castles, ancient monasteries, a Mycenaean Acropolis, Byzantine Museums, two folklore museums, a wine museum, and more. Nature lovers will delight in the chance to explore the Valley of Butterflies, where butterflies put on a spectacular display in summer.
Klassiek bekend als Thera en officieel Thira, het pittoreske eiland Santorini grenst aan de Zuid-Egeïsche Zee. Sommige bestemmingen hebben prachtige stranden en adembenemende natuurlijke landschappen, terwijl andere buitengewone oude steden en uitstekende restaurants hebben. Het populaire Griekse eiland Santorini is gezegend met al deze aantrekkelijke kenmerken en meer. Dit mooie vulkanische eiland in de Cycladen ligt midden in de Egeïsche Zee en staat bekend om zijn opvallend witte klifhuizen met hun mooie diepblauwe daken. Bezoekers worden getrakteerd op een dramatisch uitzicht op de oceaan, ongerepte stranden, traditionele Griekse architectuur, vele fascinerende historische bezienswaardigheden, lekker eten en uitstekende lokale wijnmakerijen. Met dit alles is het geen wonder dat dit opmerkelijk romantische eiland een van's werelds populairste eilandjes is geworden.
