Lavrion

Sitting at the sourthern east tip of the Attiki Peninsula is the town of Lavrion. Being one of the fastest changing towns in Greece, Lavrion has been become an important hub for ferries and boats to access the Cyclades Islands.
It is here in Lavrion that you will find the oldset and biggest ancient amphitheatre in the country.

Kythnos

South east of Kea lies the island of Kythnos, an island unspoiled by tourism and very ‘Greek’ in every aspect. Attracting mostly Greek tourists due to its lack of commercialism, the locals here are very friendly and hospitable and the pace of life is slow. While the landscape is largely rocky and barren, the summer months bring out an abundance of colourful flowers and there's a stark beauty in the harsh mountainous terrain peppered with figs, vines and goats. There are lovely sandy beaches, some only accessible by boat so this is the perfect place to get away from the crowds and find a beach to yourself. If you wander ashore you will find whitewashed houses, windmills, blue-domed churches and a way of life which seems to have remained unchanged for centuries. Kythnos is where you will find a taste of the ‘real Greece’, untouched by mass tourism and uncrowded even at the height of the season.

Serifos

The island of Serifos is home to wild natural landscape, small lush valleys and  whitewashed houses, nestled between steep rocky slopes and hills. Long sandy beaches and quaint coves, traditional Cycladic villages and historical sites complete this island’s irresistible charm.
Serifos Town, known by the locals as Chora, is a picturesque village, located on a hill above the island’s main port, with spectacular views out across the Aegean Sea. Explore the Venetian Castle ruins in Serifos town as well as the renovated windmills and numerous post-Byzantine churches. Livadi is the most popular tourist resort on Serifos and well-known for its natural beauty and quaint architecture, with white cubic-shaped houses built into the hillside. The majority of Serifos’ nightlife and dining venues are found here, with an abundance of tavernas, bars, clubs and restaurants along the beachfront. Some of the finest beaches in the Cyclades are located on Serifos Island with crystal clear waters and sheltered coves, some accessible only by boat. In the northeast you will enjoy the sandy beach of Lia, the lovely bay of Agios Sostis and the stunning Psili Ammos with its turquoise waters, considered by many to be the best beach on the island.  

Sifnos

The island of Sifnos is a mountainous island which has been inhabited since 3000BC.  Sifnos is steeped in history, in ancient times Sifnos was a very wealthy island due to the islands gold and silver mines, production ceased either because the mines were flooded or they had worked it all out., there are also 365 churches on the island (not sure you’ll manage to visit all of them!) and several monasteries dotted around the island.  Today Sifnos is still producing pottery, with unique jars and pots acting as a trademark for the island.

Syros

The hilly island of Syros is found in the northern Cyclades between Kythnos and Mykonos. Its central location makes it the principal administrative centre for the Cyclades and its beautiful capital Ermoupolis is the capital not only of Syros, but of all the Cyclades Islands. Admire the neo-classical buildings and Cycladic style whitewashed houses, which line the hills down to the harbour below. The town’s main Miaouli square is among the most beautiful in Greece with coffee shops and restaurants sitting amongst palm trees. The Venetian settlement of Ano Syros, dating back to 1200 AD is also well worth a visit. With narrow lanes and a wonderfully medieval atmosphere, the town has been built in the style of an amphitheatre, with houses built on top of each other to form a defensive fortress – a throwback to the days when seaside towns needed protection from hostile enemies. Winding steps take you past houses with coloured doors and up to the 13th century Catholic Cathedral of St. George, perched on the hilltop. Enjoy the panoramic views out across the neighbouring islands of Tinos, Delos, Mykonos and Naxos.

Kea

Located in the north west Aegean, Kea is one of the largest islands of the Cyclades, with stunning beaches, plenty of archaeological sites to visit and lovely traditional villages. Kea is a walker’s paradise, with an extensive network of ancient paths for those wanting to explore by foot. Wander through the island’s beautiful landscape, past olive trees, fruit trees, almond trees and oak trees. Head to the south side of Nikolaos Bay to the port of Korissia where you’ll find the remains of the ancient town walls and a Sanctuary of Apollo. Unspoilt by tourism, Kea is an authentic Greek destination with some of the best restaurants in Greece, serving traditional local fare. Nestled in a valley of trees is Pisses, our favourite beach. It is an excellent spot for snorkelling and the best place for a late afternoon swim while the sun sets over the horizon.