Evia (Euboea) - Εύβοια

Evia (also spelled Euboea) is Greece’s second-largest island, yet it remains one of the country’s best-kept secrets. Connected to the mainland by a bridge at the bustling capital city of Chalkida, this massive destination feels like an entire continent in miniature. It seamlessly blends dramatic alpine landscapes—like the pine forests of Mount Dirfys—with more than 110 pristine beaches. Because it mostly hosts vacationing Athenians rather than international tour groups, it offers an exceptionally authentic and affordable slice of local Greek culture.

The island is divided into three distinct regions, each boasting its own unique rhythm and wonders. In the green north, you can soak in the natural, ancient thermal healing springs of Edipsos or hunt for waterfalls hidden in lush woods. Central Evia serves as a playground for hikers and wine enthusiasts, while the windswept south features the dramatic Dimosaris Gorge, the ancient ruins of Eretria, and the mysterious stone "Dragon Houses" of Mount Ochi. Whether you are windsurfing on the coast of Marmari or enjoying local chylopites pasta at a mountain taverna, Evia delivers an off-the-beaten-path adventure hidden in plain sight.

Can also be reached by ferry from several mainland small ports. Provides a variety of landscapes, northern part reminds the Sporades whilst southern part reminds the Cyclades. One of the many highlights is the extraordinary tide of Euripus strait, the "crazy waters".