Elafonisos - Ελαφόνησος

Elafonisos is a tiny, sun-drenched pearl measuring just 19 square kilometers, floating less than a kilometer off the southeastern tip of the Peloponnese peninsula. This quiet fishing island features low-lying dunes, rare cedar forests, and some of the most blindingly white sand beaches in Europe. Life on the island flows through its single, postcard-perfect settlement, Elafonisos Town, where a sprawling local fishing fleet bobs in the harbor and seafood tavernas line the waterfront promenade. The absolute visual highlight of the port is the charming Church of Agios Spyridon, built on a separate, tiny rocky islet that is connected to the mainland village by a narrow pedestrian bridge over shallow, glowing turquoise waters.

The undisputed calling card of Elafonisos is Simos Beach, an internationally celebrated double-sided bay where two sweeping arcs of powdery sand meet to form a narrow peninsula, flanked on both sides by translucent, neon-turquoise water. Beyond its world-class sunbathing, the island sits right beside an extraordinary step back into antiquity: the sunken city of Pavlopetri. Submerged just offshore in three to four meters of water, Pavlopetri is a 5,000-year-old Bronze Age commercial center that ranks as the oldest submerged town ever discovered, allowing modern snorkelers to swim directly over ancient foundations, streets, and tombs. Because getting to the island involves a scenic drive through Laconia followed by a short, 10-minute ferry ride from Pounta port, it remains remarkably easy to reach yet brilliantly preserved, offering an unhurried, authentic slice of traditional Greek maritime life.

Poros - Πόρος

Poros is a lush, pine-scented gem nestled in the Saronic Gulf, famously sitting so close to the Peloponnese mainland that the dividing sea channel narrows to a mere 200 meters. This unique geographical setup creates the mesmerizing illusion of sailing down a peaceful river when entering by ferry from Athens' port of Piraeus. Historically, Poros is actually a union of two distinct islets connected by a small canal bridge: Spheria, a small volcanic rock where the vibrant, amphitheatrically built port town climbs the hillside, and Kalavria, the larger, greener section blanketed in dense forests of Aleppo pines that cascade straight down to the sea. The island's signature visual icon is the historic Clock Tower, perched at the highest point of Poros Town, which rewards walkers with a cinematic panorama of neoclassic waterfront mansions, docked sailing yachts, and the majestic mountains of the mainland shimmering across the water.

The allure of Poros lies in its effortless blend of cosmopolitan harbor life, deep ancient roots, and shaded coastal hideaways that have long inspired artists, including legendary writers like Henry Miller and Nobel laureate Giorgos Seferis. Travelers can spend their mornings trekking into the forested interior to explore the ruins of the 6th-century BC Sanctuary of Poseidon—the historic sanctuary where the famed ancient orator Demosthenes took final refuge—or visiting the serene, 18th-century Monastery of Zoodochos Pigi tucked into a lush ravine. When it comes to coastal relaxation, the island's 23-kilometer coastline offers remarkable water clarity. Sunbathers can unwind at the lively sands of Askeli Beach, swim beneath overhanging trees at the romantic, emerald inlet of Love Bay, or explore the historic stone ruins of the 19th-century Russian Dockyard resting in a secluded western cove. In the evenings, the car-free waterfront promenade pulses with life as open-air tavernas serve up fresh local seafood and grilled meats right at the water's edge, delivering a perfect masterclass in slow-paced yet sophisticated island living.

Skyros - Σκύρος

Skyros is a captivating, pine-scented escape that holds the title of the largest and southernmost island of the Sporades complex. What makes this island exceptionally unique is its split personality; the northern half is blanketed in dense, lush pine forests and green agricultural fields, while the south is a rugged, barren landscape of jagged rock that looks identical to the Cyclades. The absolute crown jewel of the island is its stunning capital, Chora, a breathtaking hill town perched dramatically on a high volcanic crag. Walking through Chora means navigating a steep, vertical labyrinth of narrow, whitewashed alleys where the sugar-cube houses feature flat roofs designed to block out the high winds, all leading up to the historic 10th-century Byzantine Monastery of Saint George and the ruins of a medieval Venetian castle that reward hikers with a sweeping panorama over the deep blue Aegean Sea.What truly sets Skyros apart from the rest of Greece is its deeply protected cultural isolation and extraordinary living traditions. 

The island is world-famous for its rare, miniature breed of Skyrian horses, a critically endangered horse species dating back to antiquity that roaming herds still maintain wild on the island's southern plateaus. Inside Chora, residents proudly decorate their homes with intricate, hand-carved Skyrian wooden furniture and vibrant local ceramics, a tradition beautifully showcased at the Faltaits Folk Museum. For coastal relaxation, the island boasts pristine, uncrowded shores like the golden sands of Magazia and Molos, or the pine-fringed, turquoise bays of Atsitsa and Pefkos on the western side. In the evenings, life centers around cozy waterfront tavernas serving local specialties like teroptaria (traditional cheese pies) and legendary lobster pasta, offering an authentic, slow-paced masterclass in traditional Greek island living.

Almost at the centre of Aegean see, combines in perfect harmony the rich plantation of Sporades islands with the white picturesque villages of Cyclades.

Kythira (Cythera) - Κύθηρα

Kythira (historically known in English as Cythera or Cerigo) is a mystical, wind-swept island hanging just below the southernmost tip of the Peloponnese peninsula. Famously celebrated in ancient mythology as the birthplace of Aphrodite, the goddess of love, this unique island bridges the Ionian, Aegean, and Cretan seas, resulting in an extraordinary architectural and visual diversity. Unlike its crowded neighbors, Kythira remains a fiercely authentic hidden gem that swaps massive resorts for sprawling landscapes of deep, pine-forested gorges, ancient dry-stone walls, and more than 300 secluded Byzantine stone chapels. 

The island's majestic capital, Chora, sits perched on a high ridge dominated by a massive 13th-century Venetian fortress. From its castle walls, visitors can look down upon the twin crescent bays of Kapsali, where low-key seaside life unfolds at a slow, peaceful pace.What makes Kythira truly captivating is its unexpected variety of natural wonders and its remarkably well-preserved old-world customs. Beyond the jaw-dropping, turquoise swimming waters of Kaladi Beach and the fjord-like natural pools of Avlemonas, the island's mountainous interior hides green paradises like the village of Mylopotamos. Here, hikers can wander through a lush valley containing 22 historical watermills and cool off beneath the roaring, 20-meter Fonissa (Neraida) waterfall. After exploring the massive underground chambers of the Agia Sofia Cave or traversing the stone-arched Katouni Bridge—the largest stone bridge built in Greece during British rule—travelers gather at traditional village squares. In the evenings, cozy tavernas serve local specialties like thyme honey, hand-rolled Kythirian rusks, and fatourada (a sweet cinnamon-and-clove liqueur), offering an enchanting and deeply romantic escape into untamed Greece. 

Landscape variety includes beautiful bays, breathtaking views, incredible remote beaches, hidden waterfalls with their little basins where you can swim, forests, great hikes and a beautiful "Chora".
Take you time to explore, as every part of the the island has something different to offer ...