Hydra

Hydra is THE Greek island that makes you fall in love at first sight. As your ferry glides into the horseshoe harbor, the view unfolds like a perfectly composed photograph: elegant stone mansions rising in tiers from the waterfront, whitewashed buildings climbing steep hillsides, the medieval clock tower marking the skyline, and not a single…

Day trips from Athens

While there are plenty of things to do in Athens , you should not miss checking out the close-by destinations, which are excellent for day trips. The islands of Hydra is a lovely choice if you are not looking for a beach destination, while the historic sites at Mycenae, Epidaurus or Sounion are great choices if you want to learn more about the Greek history.

Getting from Hydra to Santorini

Both Hydra and Santorini are very popular among tourists. Hydra is one of the most popular islands to visit on a day trip from Athens. It’s a non-motorized island, so getting around is usually done on foot, water taxi or donkey. Santorini is probably the most known Greek island, famous for its sunsets, wines and…