Hi
My girlfriend and I want to go for the Easter weekend (4 days) in Greece.
We think about the cyclades (visit a island per day). We are more attract to visit small islands than big cities full of people (and beautifull monument but i ll be for another time).
What about lowcost company, is it possible to sleep with a tent everywhere (wild camping)?
B&B is the best solution?
Thanks for the help.
2007-03-15 21:47:01 · 4 answers · asked by Damien K 1 in Travel ➔ Europe (Continental) ➔ Greece
Camping is possible, but not in very touristy islands, such as the Cyclades, and perhaps not at this time of year, although the weather is quite good.
I also don't think it is a good idea to go to one island per day, because the ferry trips will take up most of your time. I would suggest that you choose 2 islands, on the same ferry line, such as:
Syros-Mykonos (it will be quite costly though)
Paros-Naxos (cheapest option, great beaches, architecture and monuments, and camping). Santorini is on the same ferry line too, but a little far.
Sifnos-Milos (although Milos is best for the beaches, and it is cold for swimming now).
If you stay in Athens for a day to see the Acropolis and Plaka, until you set off for the islands, plus the waiting time for ferries and trip time, I don't think there is time for much else. Plus it will be nice not to run around, but also stay on an island for some time to see the local Easter customs etc.
Another option would be to visit the islands of the Saronic gulf, such as Egina, Hydra, Spetses and end up to Monemvasia, the medieval castle. This is a nice option for Easter too, and they are also on a hydrofoil line.
2007-03-15 22:18:27 · answer #1 · answered by cpinatsi 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Cpinatsi has a good answer so far as the islands go. For a good Easter observance however, I would choose the mainland, particularly the area called Roumeli because they celebrate Easter with a particular exuberance that you will not see on the islands. Livadia has a wonderful area with natural springs and the locals throw a marvelous Easter Day celebration and they invite you to partake in their joy. And it is not touristy.
2007-03-16 06:09:00 · answer #2 · answered by emiliosailez 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I will receommend Mount Pilio north of Athens close to the city of Volos. Check it out
2007-03-16 09:28:45 · answer #3 · answered by pks 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The place for eastern i think is Mani in southern Peloponnese
area of Lakonia. check it out
2007-03-16 17:35:05 · answer #4 · answered by curious_greek 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋