A blue-dome Church in Tinos
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Picking the best Greek islands to visit in the Cyclades as not as easy as it seems because there are more than 220 islands in the Cyclades. In this article we cherry pick the best Greek islands for you.

A Greek holiday for South Africans is like an African Safari for Europeans. My husband, Shaun, and our two sons have always enjoyed Mauritian holidays because we know what to expect. But this was before we discovered Greece.

Unfortunately, Greek island holidays can be expensive. Therefore, many holidaymakers cannot afford to experiment with a choice of islands.

I have always been fascinated with tropical islands. Although Greece is not a typical tropical paradise like the Maldives or Mauritius; it has some of the most picturesque beach settings. In addition, Greek islands have so much to offer in terms of experiencing new cultures.

Windmills at Mykonos in Little Venice.Die schönsten giechischen Inseln
The windmills of Mykonos
Blue-dome church in Oia, Santorini
Blue-dome church in Oia, Santorini
The lovely colourful rental apartments and house at Klima Beach, Milos
The lovely colourful rental apartments and houses at Klima Beach, Milos
Villa Thimari Andros
Villa Thimari Andros
Tinos, Greece, Pyrgos
Streets of Pyrgos on Tinos
Ano Syros, Syros, Greece, restaurant
Ano Syros, the former capital of Syros
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What are the Greek islands like?

A Mauritius or Maldives holiday is about enjoying beach activities in a resort. In comparison, a Greek island holiday offers visitors the opportunity to stroll in small villages. But the best part is you get to  and experience the Greek culture. Moreover, most towns have several historical and archaeological sights.

Did you know that Greece is also a shopper’s paradise? Here, you will find many high-quality local designer clothing brands, fantastic home decorating items, and unique souvenirs. Athens Airport also provides exceptional shopping opportunities. Unfortunately, I discovered that a little too late…I had already bought an extra suitcase that was already  filled to the top. Luckily, Petra is much more forgiving than my husband when it comes to having a lot of luggage.

Does it matter which Cycladic islands you go to in Greece?

Absolutely! Many people (like me) fell in love with the idea of Greece after watching the movie, “Mamma Mia”. Yet, this movie was filmed in Skopelos and Skiatos islands.

In addition, depending on which island you pick, ‘the Greek vibes’ can be totally different. 

Mykonos and Santorini are 5-star islands with their Cycladic architecture of whitewashed cube houses and bright blue dome churches. What no one can argue is that these two islands are even more beautiful in real than on any postcard. However, because these islands are so stunning, it means, unfortunately, more tourists.

If you imagine Greece with Blue Dome Churches and white-washed houses, then Santorini or Mykonos is for you. And if you dream of crowd-free, small, traditional towns, untouched nature, secluded beaches, and authentic Greek food in small tavernas, then Andros, Syros, or Tinos is for you. 

But don’t let me influence your choice of Greek island before you read the entire article.

How many days should one spend on a Greek island?

We highly recommend staying at a minimum of three nights per island. 

Here are our reasons for this recommendation:

In September 2022, my husband and I, travelled to Greece for two weeks and decided on Santorini, Mykonos, and Milos. We stayed four nights on each island. You can read more about my Greece trip on this travel blog (there is a list of related articles at the end of this article). After our September this trip I vowed never to visit more than two islands on one trip. Island hopping can be very exhausting. People that know me well, know that I don’t often learn from my mistakes.

Since my last trip to Greece in 2022, Petra and I were invited to do a tour of three islands (yes, again three) from mid-June to early July 2024. Consequently, the length of our stays was determined by our hosts in Syros, Andros and Tinos. 

We stayed four nights on Andros, three on Syros and five on Tinos. This number of days at each island was perfect. However, in hind sight we would have rather liked to stay at least one or two nights more on Syros (and two night less on Tins) as it has so much to offer.

What you need to know before planning a trip to Greece?

When we started planning our trip to Andros, Syros and Tinos islands, we could not find enough relevant information; specifically about Tinos and Syros. We only found a few articles of fabulous Andros.

This article aims to give you all the information you need to plan your ideal Greek holiday. We also tell you everything ‘they’ don’t tell you about Greece. If you are an academic like me, you will know that ‘they say’ is the worse argument you can ever present. But that’s a story for another day. Let’s just assume the ‘they’ refers to travel agents, tour operators and even hoteliers. We also tell you how to avoid spending a fortune on ferries and taxis in Greece.

Most of the ferry information was extensively covered in our previous article, “The biggest mistake we made on our island hopping trip”. We highly recommend this article for first time visitors to Greece.

In this article, we will tell you everything you need to know before visiting islands like Santorini, Mykonos, Milos, Tinos, Syros, or Andros. 

We highlight the most popular transportation systems. We also do a comparison for you between these six islands in the Cyclades, so you can plan the ideal Greece trip to one or more of these islands.

Public transportation in the Greek Islands

Ferries, rental cars, and scooters are the most popular means of transportation in Greece. Yet, public transportation services are also available on most of the islands, including UBER boat trips in Mykonos, metros, buses, and water taxis.

Trains in Greece

The train network on mainland Athens is very limited. Although you can get to some of the most popular places in Athens by train.

Athens also has a metro and tram service. To find out more about the tram services’ trip duration and route frequency, access the following Greek website. The tram system covers about 32 km and even takes passengers to the coastal regions around the Saronic Gulf. 

Metro routes in Athens

Athens’ metro network is much smaller than that of Berlin, Germany, or London. Yet, the metro routes interlink with the bus network. 

The Metro map of Athens, Greece
The Metro map of Greece

Bus routes in Greece

Greece has a great bus network in most of the islands. Although buses are not very pleasurable, they are the most affordable form of transportation. Busses are extremely cheap on the bigger islands because many people use the system.

Water taxis in the Greek islands

Water taxis, also called Hydra Sea Taxis, are available from many Greek islands. In Mykonos, there is a cheap and efficient SeaBoat service, which is operated by small motor boats in many of the smaller ports on the Greek islands. 

The water boats operate on a fixed tariff for a journey (the tariff is displayed in the boat). The boats can take up to eight passengers, and the price of the journey is usually divided among the passengers on the trip. In addition, the after-sunset price is usually 50% more than the ordinary tariff. There is also a special levy for additional luggage. 

Good to know: Pre-booked water taxis do not cost more.

Uber Boats in the Greek islands

An Uber boat can take up to eight passengers. You can book an Uber boat trip from your Uber app.

We highly recommend visiting Takemetogreece to learn more about the various transportation options in Greece.

The best Cycladic islands in the Greece

Little Venice, Mykonos in the Cyclades Greece
Little Venice, Mykonos
Views of Santorini from Volcano view hotel in the Greek islands
Views of Santorini from Volcano view hotel
Bernie in Plaka, the capital of Milos in the Greek islands
Bernie in Plaka, the capital of Milos
Andros in the Greek islands
Andros Greece
A beach in Tinos in the Cycladic islands
A beach in Tinos
Syros, Greek island, Restaurant, Griechenland, Hermoupolis
Hermoupolis, the capital of Syros

1. Mykonos in the Cyclades

Mykonos, Street, Greek Island. Die schönsten griechischen Inslen
Beautiful street in Mykonos

Mykonos is known for its Cycladic architecture, typical whitewashed houses, and small alleyways in quintessential towns. It has a cosmopolitan young vibe, offers luxurious accommodation, and has soft, white sandy beaches with ‘party-vibe’beach clubs.

The main town in Mykonos is called Chora, or Mykonos Town or Hora. Here seven windmills are landmarked on a small hill. The windmills are for Mykonos, like the Eiffel Tower for Paris.

What we enjoyed the most about Mykonos

  • Mykonos is often called the party island because it offers an active nightlife.
  • Mykonos is an idyllic and picturesque windmill island offering some of the best shopping, particularly for luxury brands.
  • I loved Mykonos for its picturesque restaurants on the water’s edge, delicious cuisine, incredible photo opportunities and pure Greek vibe.
  • Mykonos has stunning white, soft, sandy beaches. In my opinion, Mykonos has the best beaches of the six islands (discussed in this article) in the Cyclades.
  • Little Venice and Chora are two of the most well-known places to experience unprecedented Greek vistas. Mykonos, by far, has the best Instagrammable spots.
  • The quintessential village and best-kept secret of Mykonos is the old town, Ano Mera.
  • The best beaches in Mykonos are Paraga, Psarou and Elia Beach.
  • Mykonos has one international airport and two ports (the old and new port).
  • There is a great chance of spotting celebrities on this island.

What we did not enjoy at Mykonos

  • The island is known for outrageously expensive chain hotels with exorbitant price tags. For example, Principote Beach club, charged 160 euros for a set of sunbeds.
  • Large cruise liners frequently visit the ports, causing an influx of tourists during the day. Luckily, the boats depart late afternoon, leaving the towns a bit quieter.
  • Mykonos is super touristy and outrageously expensive. For example, we paid 30 euros to rent a scooter in Santorini and 45 euros per day in Mykonos.
  • Mykonos has a less authentic Greek vibe because locals do not really stay in Mykonos.
  • Mykonos is known as the windiest island in Greece.
  • Mykonos has thousands of scooters everywhere. Also, the best sunset spots are crowded with Instagrammers wherever you go.
  • We don’t recommend renting a car on this island, but rather a scooter, as parking is a massive problem. There are also only a few cars on the island and no Uber services.
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2. Santorini in the Cyclades

The best sunset caldera views in Santorini in the Greek islands
The best sunset caldera views in Santorini

Santorini is a postcard destination for the famous Cycladic architecture. It is hilly, with dramatic cliffs, luxury hotels, many (did I mention MANY) staircases, and impressive caldera views. Yet, in contrast to Mykonos, it is far more hilly and less rugged than any other Greek island.

Santorini has everything from unprecedented caldera views to stunning sunsets and authentic Greek food. In unimaginable settings, you can take photos of bone-white cubic houses and blue-dome churches.

Fira and Oia are the most picturesque towns, with whitewashed houses clinging to cliffs. Just like Mykonos, it also has small alleyways in picturesque towns. The vibe is much more classy and extravagant than in Mykonos. There are limited soft, white sandy beaches. Most beaches are black or red.

What we enjoyed the most about Santorini

  • Santorini is by far the most beautiful and romantic Greek Island. Nowhere will you experience more beautiful sunsets than in Santorini. A few years ago, Oia was voted the most beautiful village in the world. Recently, Oia also won the title of being the most Instagrammable place.
  • There are many picturesque villages like Fira, Pyrgos, Megalochori, Emporio and Oia.
  • We loved strolling along the narrow alleys of Fira, or as some call it, Thera, in the evenings. There are many great restaurants to choose from, each offering delicious dishes ranging from traditional Greek cuisine to seafood and more contemporary dishes.
  • There are many beautiful hotels on the islands with exceptional caldera views.
  • Santorini’s hotels are perched on cliffs along the caldera, making the views picture-perfect.

What we did not enjoy about Santorini

  • Santorini is one of the most expensive Greek islands, yet it is worth every cent. Unfortunately, most of the beautiful beaches are pebble beaches (water-shoes are a must).
  • Regrettably, because of its spectacular sunset caldera views, it is one of the most popular Greek islands and therefore attracts a lot of wealthy holidaygoers.
  • The island is overcrowded and mostly spoiled by the large cruise vessels that dock near the ports during the day. The town of Oia, in particular, should be avoided during the high season.
  • No hotels have lifts, and luggage needs to be carried up or down several flights of stairs. However, in luxury hotels, there are always porters that can assist you.
  • The white sandy beaches are only accessible by boat.
  • Sun beds on beaches come with a heavy price tag. Prices start at 50 compared to Syros, Andros, and Tinos where you pay around 12 euros per set.
  • We highly recommend renting a scooter on the island as cars are very limited and parking is almost impossible to find.

Our hotel in Santorini

In Santorini we spent six nights at Volcano View Hotel in a superior room with a sea view. The room rate included breakfast, but not the government taxes. If you’re not keen on taking many steps daily to and from your room, confirm with your hotel before arriving, on which level your room is located. 

Click here to find more hotels in Santorini.

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3. Milos in the Cyclades

Milos Beach Greece on of the prettiest beaches in Greece. Die schönsten griechischen Inseln
Milos Deluxe rooms. Enjoying cocktails at our favourite evening beach bar

Milos is in the southwestern part of the Cyclades and is known for its fantastic beaches and unique lunar landscapes. It consists of mysterious rock formations, colourful soil, and several pristine beaches. There are many archaeological sites, such as the early Christian catacomb, the Bronze Age settlement of Phylakopi and the interesting mining museum. Plaka is the capital of Milos, and Adamanta is one of the biggest natural harbours in the Mediterranean. Although the island is becoming very popular, it is much less touristy than Santorini and Mykonos.

What we enjoyed the most about Milos

  • Milos has some of the prettiest villages in the Cyclades, like Klima (with the colourful historical fishermen’s garages).
  • Milos is breathtakingly beautiful and much less crowded than Santorini and Mykonos, yet it has the same holiday vibes.
  • Milos was voted the best Greek island in 2021. Once you step foot on Milos, you will immediately understand why this island is simply irresistible.
  • Boat trips along the coastline are a must to experience exceptional views of the island from the Aegean seaside, and several beaches are only accessible by boat.
  • The island is often compared to Mars with its large white rock formations from which adrenaline seekers can jump. These rock formations provide exceptional photo opportunities.
  • Milos has a good international harbour and one ferry port.

What we did not enjoy in Milos

  • There are limited luxury hotels.
  • Milos is between three and four hours by ferry from Piraeus Port in Athens.
  • Parking is easier to find on Milos, yet we still recommend renting a scooter to get around.

Our hotel on Milos

During our stay on Milos, we stayed at the Artemis Seaside Resort in Paliochori. The hotel is located about 10 kilometres from the harbour in Adamantas. For more hotel options, please click here.

4. Andros, Greece

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Beautiful Batsi on Andros island

Andros took us totally by surprise. At first, we did not think that we would enjoy this island, as we could not find great articles or even photos on social media. Andros is the second largest of the Greek islands in the Cyclades after Naxos. It is lush and green, unlike Tinos and even Syros in certain parts. The island boasts citrus orchards, forests, waterfalls, and even lakes. There are many hiking routes for avid nature lovers.

What we enjoyed the most about Andros

  • Andros is the ‘grand dame’ of the Cyclades. Nature lovers and hikers will love it. There are more than 25 certified trails on the island.
  • Andros has a unique and authentic Greek vibe. Because there are no airports and only one ferry port, Gavrio, it is far less touristy than Santorini, Milos and Mykonos.
  • Andros is a holiday island for mainland Greeks. Therefore, you get much better value for your money in terms of accommodation, food and beach experiences.
  • Sunbeds, on average, cost between 12 and 15 euros, which is much cheaper than Mykonos and Santorini, which often start at around 50 euros. You can find more details about the costs in our Mykonos and Santorini articles.

Highlights about Andros

  • Andros has several untouched beaches offering exceptional views. There is a mix of pebble and soft sandy beaches on Andros.
  • Shopping is excellent in Andros, particularly in Andros Chora (central city), where you will find many boutiques offering exquisite collections from local designers. In addition, Chora has some of the best cocktail bars, cosy restaurants, and tavernas that offer authentic Greek dishes.
  • Andros is much greener than Tinos and Syros due to its many natural springs.
  • Chora is a car-free zone, which makes it ideal for strolling through the alleys.
  • There are several monasteries in Andros, making it one of the most important pilgrimage destinations in Greece.
  • Several of the beaches are still unspoiled. 
  • Vitali is one of the nicest and most picturesque, unspoiled and secluded beaches we have seen on our entire Greece trip.
  • Andros is way less crowded than the three islands mentioned above (Santorini, Mykonos, and Milos). We recommend renting a car as the island is diverse and has much to explore.
  • The coastal town of Batsi was our favourite place to enjoy cocktails, lunch and dinner. It also has several sandy beaches with sunbed rental options.
  • We had a magnificent host on Andros. Sandra is a flamboyant Italian lady who owns and runs her impressive ‘lived-in’ guesthouse. Villa Thimari (named after the herb ‘tyme’)is perched on a hillside. Sandra prepares special meals for her guests on request and provides excellent suggestions on where to eat, what to see and what not to miss.

What we did not enjoy in Andros

  • During our stay in June, we had several windy days caused by the warm Meletemi (also known as the Etesian wind), which means ‘annual or periodic wind’ in Greek. These strong, dry northern winds are noticeable from June to September. However, due to the high temperatures, the soft wind often provided a welcoming escape from the extremely high temperatures.

Our hotels on Andros

On Andros, we spent two nights on the western side and two nights on the eastern side of the island. Our first stay was at Villa Thimari (in Agios Petros), which is the perfect holiday villa to share quality time with friends or family. Our second stay was in Chora, Andros, at Paradise Art Hotel. This hotel offers excellent value for money. The centre of Andros is within walking distance of the hotel.

5. Syros in the Cyclades

Travel bloggers Bernie and Petra enjoying sunset in greece on kini beach, Syros
Enjoying a sundowner on our patio at Pino di Loto with a view of Kini beach

Syros is the capital of the Cyclades. The island interestingly combines culture, entertainment, and authentic food. This was the one Greek island we thought we would like the least because it is so small. On the contrary, don’t be fooled by the size of this incredible gem.

It turned out to be our favourite Greek island as there was so much to see and do. We wished we stayed longer than four days on this island as we did not get to experience everything we wanted to do. Syros has a unique neoclassical architecture that does not have your typical Mykonos or Santorini vibe. Yet, if you look closer and start exploring the island, you will quickly notice that this is one of the most authentic Greek islands in the Cyclades with a fabulous holiday vibe.

What we loved about Syros

  • What is there not love about Syros? From the moment we set foot on Syros, we knew that no island could top the views. Check out our Instagram highlights to see where we stayed and what we experienced during our three-night stay on the island.
  • This island met all our expectations and even exceeded some of them. For example, we thought that we would get bored on this small island. On the contrary, we could spend many more days exploring the island. We don’t believe we had enough time on this island to see everything it has to offer. For example, Hermoupolis, the main town, has a very interesting textile factory with a unique history and mystery surrounding it, the historic Town Hall, the Apollo Theatre, and the old town, Ano Syros.

Highlights about Syros

  • To ensure you have an unforgettable stay in Syros, you must book a few nights at Pino Di Loto. Here, you will meet the most remarkable family that owns and runs this boutique hotel. Terezdina, the daughter of the owners, assists guests in planning the perfect itinerary for their stay. She not only knows everything about the island where she grew up, but she also knows everyone on the island. But more about Terezdina and Pino Di Loto in a follow-up article.
  • A word of caution: three nights is way too short to stay on this magnificent island. We recommend a minimum four-night stay to experience everything this island has to offer.
  • Syros is probably everything you imagined and expected of a Greek island holiday. Fantastic beaches, warm Greek hospitality, an interesting and picturesque old towns with small tavernas and cocktail bars in small alleys.
  • Syros has many soft, white, sandy beaches. The price for sun beds ranges from 10 to 12 Euros.
  • A boat ride in Syros is a must-do experience to visit some of the most remote and untouched beaches.
  • Kini was our favourite town to enjoy dinner on Syros.
  • Syros has a good nightlife.

What we did not enjoy on Syros

  • Absolutely nothing.

Our hotel on Syros

Pino di Loto was our home-away-from-home during our three night stay on Syros. Everyone at this boutique hotel truly made us feel welcome and special. We highly recommend this exceptional, award-winning hotel. Stay tuned for our follow-up article about this marvellous boutique hotel where we introduce you to the charming Terezdina (the unofficial Mayoress of Syros) and her outstanding team.

6. Tinos island in the Cyclades

Tinos, Pyrgos, streets greece
Streets of Pyrgos on Tinos island

Tinos is the most important Orthodox place of worship for Greek Orthodox. This island is totally different from its neighbouring island, Mykonos, even though it is just a short ferry trip away. In contrast to Mykonos, it has rustic landscapes, remote beaches and authentic Greek tavernas.

What we enjoyed about Tinos

  • Tinos is synonymous with hundreds of dove towers. At first, we did not know what the strange towers were that we saw everywhere, but then we remembered what our host Sandra from Andros told us.
  • Some people argue that Tinos is getting a bit like Mykonos because many celebrities have bought villas on this island. However, we experienced Tinos a bit too quiet for our liking.
  • The squares in the towns have many festivals during August.
  • We must admit Tinos was the one island that did not ‘wow’ us. However, Chora (the main town), Pyrgos and Volax offer something unique for visitors. Volax is an artist’s heaven. Here, you can witness many artists performing their craft such as basket weaving, painting, and pottery. Pyrgos has a very interesting marble museum that is open to the public.
  • Tinos is the island right next to Mykonos, yet the vibe is totally different. For example, in Mykonos, you will spot beautiful people and celebrities around every corner, whereas unpretentious local Greeks favour Tinos (but this may be my perception).

Highlights about Tinos

  • We loved our stay at Akti Aegeou, a family-friendly hotel owned and run by a remarkable and friendly family since 1993. This hotel had one of the prettiest beaches on the island and a fantastic restaurant and bar on the water’s edge. Read more about our stay at this hotel in an upcoming article.
  • Tinos has been a religious experience for decades. The pilgrimage in Tinos is similar, yet on a smaller scale, to the Lourdes in France. We enjoyed visiting the church of Panagia Evangelista, which many pilgrims visit annually. You may have seen the videos and photos where people crawl from the harbour to the church’s entrance (up a steep staircase) on their knees to ask for protection and favour of the Virgin.
  • The prettiest beach on Tinos is Pachia Ammos, although it is quite a hike to get there.

What we did not like about Tinos

  • Tinos was extremely windy during our stay in the first week of July. Not surprisingly, Tinos has been known as the island of Aeolus, the God of the winds.
  • Tinos is very dry, and large parts of the island remain inhabitable.
  • Most beaches we visited were unattractive and uninviting.
  • Besides the few nice hotels on the island, there is not much that will entice us to go back.

Our hotels on Tinos

We stayed in two completely different hotels on Tinos. Each one made an impression on us in different ways. The Akti Aegeou impressed us with its charismatic and warm Greek hospitality, while the Aeolis Tinos Suites presented luxurious comfort.

PRO TIP: We highly recommend taking Golden Star Ferries for island hopping between Andros, Tinos, Mykonos, Paros, Ios and Santorini. Please read our latest ferry article by clicking here.

Remember to calculate if renting a car in Athens and then taking it on board each ferry trip will be cheaper. We know we could have saved a lot of money on transport and ferry costs (and hassle) had we considered doing so. Taxis are very expensive on the islands and could cost you a small fortune if you don’t plan your trip well.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Greece (FAQs):

In the next section, we answer some of the questions we received from our followers on our various platforms:

Question 1: Which Greek islands are most beautiful?

Answer 1: Santorini is by far the prettiest and most picturesque island in the Cyclades. It has unprecedented sunset caldera views. However, Syros and Andros are also worthy contenders for this title.

Question 2: Which Greek island is the best to visit considering all the factors (affordability, less crowds, food, beaches, and hospitality)?

Answer 2: In our opinion, it is a close call between Andros and Syros. They both offer great value for money, beautiful beaches, awesome stays, and outstanding traditional Greek food and delicacies. However, we are leaning a bit more towards Syros.

Question 3: Which Greek Island is the cheapest?

Answer 3: This is difficult to say without comparing apples with apples. We used a Greek salad to compare the prices among the six islands. Andros and Syros charged between 8 euros and 8.50 for a Greek salad at a variety of restaurants and tavernas. Yet, we found several places in Tinos that offer a Greek salad for as little as 7.50 euros.

Question 4: Which Greek island has the best beaches?

Answer 4: In my opinion, Mykonos and Milos have the most beautiful beaches. Several of the beaches have soft, white sandy beaches with great facilities.

Question 5: Which Greek island is the windiest?

Answer 5: We found Tinos to be the windiest island. However, the island can also have perfect sunny days without any wind, like we had on our last day there.

A comparison between Santorini, Milos, Mykonos, Andros and Tinos

Mykonos and Santorini are traditional cosmopolitan islands with exceptionally beautiful beaches. Even though there are no white sandy beaches on Santorini that are accessible without a boat, it is still the most beautiful island of all. The black and red beaches of Santorini are mostly pebble beaches. Santorini and Mykonos also have many vibey beach bars and stunning beach day resorts with magnificent facilities in terms of dressing rooms, toilets, beach umbrellas and even towels (which was not the case at Tinos). However, all these facilities and experiences come with a hefty price tag. For example, day beds at Santorini can easily cost around 50 euros for a pair (two).

On the other hand, beaches in Andros and Syros may not have the most luxurious facilities, such as those at Santorini, Mykonos, and Milos. Still, food, daily sunbed rental, and drinks cost much less at Andros, Syros, and Tinos.

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Conclusion

All Greek islands are not created equal, and therefore, you must decide what it is that you want from a Greek holiday and then prioritise your needs and wants when deciding on which island to visit.

As we have done extensive island hopping, we highly recommend not visiting more than two islands on one holiday. Ferry trips are not cheap, and it takes a lot of energy to manoeuvre your suitcases on and off the ferries. Moreover, most hotels and guesthouses on these islands do not have facilities like direct parking at hotels, lifts in buildings or even easy accessible walkways.

To ensure you do not arrive drained at your destination (do not follow our example), travel as light as possible. You will probably have to carry your luggage around most of the places you visit.

If you have any questions about these islands, please post them in the comments section. We would love to hear from you.

Visit our resources page to discover the ultimate tools and tips for planning your perfect trip.

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Lavender Hill – Charmaine

Events Manager, Lavender Hill Country Estate and Wedding Venue, Bethlehem- Kestell, Bethlehem, Free State

I hope you are well, thank you so much for the email and the great opportunity to be part of and thank you for considering us. We would loveeeee to be a part of the blog, and hopefully for more in the future. Kind regards Charmaine Cilliers

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