What is the most beautiful island of the Cyclades?

What are the most beautiful islands of the Cyclades?

There are about 250 islands in the Cyclades, among them some of the “main” and most beautiful islands, like these:

• Santorini. It is impossible to visit the Cyclades without going to Santorini!
• Mykonos where the perfect island of the Cyclades to party…
• Delos, small island, neighbor of the noisy Mykonos
• Paros. Of course. A must see.
• Naxos.
• Amorgos.
• Syros.
• Milos.

Which island to choose between Paros and Naxos?

Paros or Naxos? It is difficult to choose, but you should know that the two islands, although very close (25 to 45 minutes by ferry), offer two different atmospheres to travelers.

Of course, the two Greek islands are a place to relax, to discover white and blue villages, and to swim in dreamy beaches with transparent water. But it should be noted that Naxos will invite you more to discover the Greek culture through its archaeological sites and other Byzantine churches. A magnificent 1000m hike also awaits hikers wanting to tackle Mount Zeus.

Of course, the two Greek islands are a place to relax, to discover white and blue villages, and to swim in dreamy beaches with transparent water. But it should be noted that Naxos will invite you more to discover the Greek culture through its archaeological sites and other Byzantine churches. A magnificent 1000m hike also awaits hikers wanting to tackle Mount Zeus.

Paros on its side has less relief. It will be easier for you to go around and discover all its typical and colorful villages. Stop also in the north of the island, in Naoussa, where you will enjoy a walk around the harbor and admire the boats with local colors.

How to visit the Cyclades islands?

To visit the Cyclades, you will have to take a boat from island to island during your stay. You have two options:

• take the ferry,
• take a cruise on a sailboat or catamaran

Is Santorini the most beautiful island of the Cyclades?

If the absence of the world is an undeniable criterion for awarding the prize of most beautiful island of the Cyclades for you, then Santorini can not claim its throne. Instagram and social networks have indeed made the island so trendy, that it is sometimes difficult to walk in some places in high season.

However…. So many beauties on the spot. So many colors and unique views in the world. In terms of pure aesthetics, Santorini is certainly the most beautiful island of the Cyclades!

Which island to go to from Santorini?

One of the great advantages of Santorini (and this can count in the ranking) is its proximity to other beautiful islands. We find in the vicinity of Santorini :

• Mykonos,
• Naxos,
• Folegandros,
• Ios
• and Anafi.

How to go from Santorini to Naxos ?

Santorini and Naxos are connected by frequent ferry connections throughout the year. The distance between the two islands is 45 nautical miles and the average travel time is 2 hours and 30 minutes. The average price of a ferry ticket from Santorini to Naxos is 30 €.

How to get from Santorini to Milos?

Of course, there are regular ferries from Santorini to Milos throughout the year:

• The travel time from Santorini to Milos is 2 to 5 hours.
• Yes, you can travel by high speed ferry from Santorini to Milos.

Where to stay in Santorini ?

What is the most beautiful island in Greece?

How could we say anything else than: Crete is the most beautiful island of Greece in our opinion. And that in all objectivity, since you will find on the spot :

• an island with dimensions that do not allow everyone to be crammed into the same place (one of the largest Greek islands)
• some of the most beautiful beaches in the world: Elafonisi, Balos Beach, Matala, Seitan Limania…
• magnificent luxury hotels
• charming destinations such as Chania, Hersonissos, Elounda or Rethymnon
• of high places of the mythology and the archaeology of the country
• very charming and typical Greek villages
• an incredibly nice population

The list is long and could go on and on!

Which Greek island has the most beautiful beaches?

Once again, Crete has for us the most beautiful beaches in Greece:

• Balos Beach and its multicolored sands
• Gramvoussa the wild one
• Elafonisi and its pink and white sands
• Matala Beach, its caves and its hippie atmosphere
• The incredible creek of Seitan Limania
• Preveli Beach and its oasis of palm trees

But for those who love other Greek islands, here is a selection of other Hellenic beaches that are a must see:

• Myrtos Beach, Cephalonia, Ionian Islands.
• Voutoumi Beach, Antipaxos
• Volcanic beach of Nea Kameni, Santorini.
• Beach of Perissa, Santorini) …
• Beach of Sarakiniko Milos.
• Beach of Palaiokastritsa, Corfu.