Skiathos and Alonissos from Athens 5 days

At the agreed time, one of our private vehicles will be waiting for you with your assistant to transfer you to the airport of Athens, where you will board your flight, lasting about 45 minutes, to the stunning island of Skiathos.

Upon your arrival in Skiathos one of our representatives will be waiting for you to welcome you, transfer you to your hotel and explain a little more about the island.

The rest of the day will be free for you to relax and discover the charms of the island and its beaches. The island is formed by the city of Skiathos and the communities of Koukounaries, Kanapitsa, Vromolimnos and Troulos.

Greca Tip: At daytime, stroll around the town’s paved streets with the cute white houses, red tiled roofs and colourful gardens.  In the evening, head to the ultimate entertainment hotspot, the pedestrianized street by the Old Harbour.

Early in the morning and after a generous breakfast, you will go to the port to embark on your trip to the island of Alonissos. During this boat tour you will enjoy the paradisiacal setting of this archipelago until you reach your destination: Alonissos, an ideal island for nature lovers.

In Alonissos you will have the opportunity to observe shoals of dolphins, monk seals and all the creatures that populate and take refuge in the National Marine Park, founded in 1992.

The old capital, called Chorio or Liadromia, is built on top of a hill. The devastating earthquake of 1965 destroyed a large number of traditional houses, the ruins of which can still be seen today. Many of them have been restored, especially by foreigners, who have gradually settled closer to the sea.

Upon your arrival our representative will be waiting for you to transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore this picturesque island, take a leisurely stroll in the streets of its capital, visit the 15th century Venetian fort offering sweeping views of the sea, and the main harbour of Patitiri, with the beautiful stone paved waterfront.

Greca Tip: At the edge of Patitiri you can stop at the women’s cooperative for some home-baked cheese or spinach pies and local almond sweets.

After a tasty breakfast, you will have a free day to enjoy this fascinating island. With dense vegetation, large pine forests in rocky terrain, olive groves, and orchards, Alonissos has many surprises for you in store.

First of all, it is the proud host of the National Marine Park, a protected area and the ideal place for diving and exploring the underwater sea world. Here you will be able to see the remnants of the 5th century BC shipwreck and afterward, if you are looking for a serene place to relax, you can lie on the beach of Kokino Castro, "the red castle", which was the first settlement of the island.

Another very popular beach is Agios Dimitrios, a place that has repeatedly been recognized for its commitment to environmental conservation.

At night, we suggest trying a typical fish and seafood dish in one of the taverns.

Greca Tip: If your visit seems rather too short, you can always add nights on this idyllic island in step 1 of 3 at the time of your reservation.

In the morning, you will enjoy an exquisite breakfast, and then you will be transferred to the port to take the Alonissos ferry to Skiathos.

This is the most famous island of the Sporades archipelago, the only one with an airport serving not only domestic but also international and charter flights.

Thanks to its beaches and its fun atmosphere, Skiathos is known as the "Capri of the Aegean".

At the port of Skiathos, you will be transferred to your hotel, where you can relax and then start exploring the town at your own pace.

Greca Tip: Skiathos nightlife is fabulous, so don't stay at the hotel!

After a delicious breakfast, at the time indicated, one of our vehicles will take you to Skiathos International Airport to check in your luggage and benefit from any tax return as a result of your last minute tax-free shopping.

From Skiathos, we have included your flight back to Athens so you can conveniently connect with your international flight home (please confirm the times with your agent before booking the international flight). Alternatively, you may choose to stay a few additional nights in Athens to explore the vibrant capital.

From all of us at Greca Travel, we hope to see you again soon to create new and extraordinary moments that will be lovingly etched in your memory.

Have a nice trip! Or, as Greeks say, "Kalo taksidi!"

Greca Tip: Before you leave do not forget to try the herb pie 'hortopita' and the spoon sweet 'aspro', meaning white, because of the colour of the blanched almonds used for its preparation.