Greek Islands route: Naxos to Corfu, 6 stops by sea
Explore the most beautiful islands across Greece's archipelagos, spanning 1491.8 km through the Aegean and Ionian seas. This route covers top destinations including Santorini, Mykonos, Crete, Rhodes, Corfu, and six other celebrated Greek islands, each offering unique beaches, historic sites, and Mediterranean charm.
- Mode
- Places
- Start
- Naxos
- End
- Corfu
- Stops
- 6
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Naxos
- Kos — Island characterized by rolling farmland with grapes, figs and olives, featuring a 15th-century castle and Ancient Agora ruins in Kos Town.
- Zakynthos — Third largest Ionian island famous for extraordinary beaches including Shipwreck Beach, spectacular sunsets, and the Blue Caves accessible by boat.
- Hydra
- Skiathos
- Corfu
Useful for your trip
- Transport
- Hydra is one of the most popular day-trip destinations from Athens, located in the Saronic Islands separated from mainland by a narrow strip of water.
- Avoid
- Motorized transportation is forbidden on Hydra; the island is traffic-free with only pebbled beaches, so plan accordingly if you prefer sandy beaches.
- Transport
- Corfu has an international airport, making it one of the easiest islands to reach in Greece.
- Timing
- Rhodes boasts the longest summer of any Greek island, with sunshine continuing right up until November.
- Tip
- A boat trip to view the Blue Caves on the northern tip of Zakynthos is a can't-miss activity; visit early morning when blue sea color reflects in cave's overhanging arches.
- Tip
- Naxos is the largest island in the Cyclades and the greenest, offering lush valleys, rocky coastlines, and miles of sun-soaked beaches.
- Where to stay
- Skiathos is the most developed island of the Sporades with holiday villas, restaurants, and open-air night clubs; it has an appealing yacht marina.
- Save money
- Santorini is one of Greece's most expensive islands; consider staying on less developed islands for better value.
- Food
- All Greek islands offer excellent tavernas and traditional Greek culture; Santorini specifically offers gourmet tavernas.
- Tip
- Corfu has golden sand beaches on the west side and quiet pebbled coves on the east side; choose based on your preference.
- Tip
- Mykonos Town has strict building regulations that have kept its traditional Cycladic architectural style intact despite commercialization.
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