Yannis Divramis 
Avlakia is a small seaside village on the north coast of Samos, set between Kokkari to the west and Agios Konstantinos to the east. The settlement gathers around a little fishing harbour, a narrow pebble beach and a row of seafront fish tavernas. Homes climb the lower slope of Mount Ampelos behind a single coast … Read more
Samos is one of the largest and greenest islands of the eastern Aegean, sitting just off the Turkish coast. This map guide explains how the island is laid out, so you can plan around its size, mountains, coasts and towns. Understanding the layout matters here because Samos is big, with sights, beaches and villages spread … Read more
Samos, an island in the eastern Aegean, offers ideal conditions for diving and snorkelling enthusiasts. Its clear, warm waters and diverse marine life make it a prime destination for underwater exploration. Plan the whole trip with Greece Tours. With numerous dive centres and snorkelling spots, Samos caters to both beginners and experienced divers. From vibrant … Read more
Agios Konstantinos is a small seaside village on the green north coast of Samos, set about midway between Kokkari and Karlovasi. The settlement is best known for its flowers, its plane-shaded seafront and a pebble shore that drops quickly into clear water. Homes climb the lower slope of Mount Ampelos behind a single coast road, … Read more
Limnionas is a small, quiet beach on the far southwest corner of Samos. It lies west of the Votsalakia and Balos resorts, near the end of the coast road. The cove sits under the western flank of Mount Kerkis, the highest mountain on the island. A sand-and-pebble shore, clear water and a tiny fishing harbour … Read more
Poseidonio is a small fishing and yachting harbour village on the east coast of Samos, set in a green bay southeast of the island capital. Named after Poseidon, the sea god, it keeps a quiet, traditional character built around its port. Fishing boats and a compact marina fill the sheltered water, seafront tavernas serve the … Read more
Samos offers a quieter, greener alternative to the famous Cyclades for a destination wedding in Greece. The large eastern-Aegean island, birthplace of Pythagoras and home of sweet Muscat wine, sets vows against vineyards, ancient marble, harbour marinas and pine-backed coves rather than crowded whitewashed cliffs. Couples marry in the UNESCO harbour town of Pythagorio, in … Read more
Marathokampos is a large traditional town in the southwest of Samos, built across a hillside on the flank of Mount Kerkis, the highest mountain in the eastern Aegean. The old town rises in amphitheatrical tiers of stone houses and stepped lanes, with wide views south over the bay and the beaches below. Down on the … Read more
Balos beach lies at the quiet southwest end of Samos, tucked under the steep slopes of Mount Kerkis beyond the resort of Votsalakia. A pebble-and-sand cove with clear, cool water, it sits near the end of the coast road at Marathokampos bay, far from the busier north and east of the island. Drivers reach it … Read more
Ireo is a small seaside village on the flat south coast of Samos, about 8 km west of Pythagorio and named after the ancient sanctuary of Hera beside it. The village blends a long pebble-and-sand beach with the ruins of the Heraion, one of the largest temple sites of the Greek world, whose single standing … Read more
Samos gives honeymooners a green, uncrowded island in the eastern Aegean, close to the Turkish coast. Couples swim at pine-backed coves, dine on quiet harbours, taste sweet Muscat wine in mountain villages and walk to a river waterfall. Two UNESCO sites, Pythagoreion and the Heraion, add depth to lazy beach afternoons. The island stays calm … Read more
Tsabou is a small pebble cove on the north coast of Samos, tucked below the coast road about 9 km west of Vathy. It sits between the fishing village of Kokkari to the east and the better-known beaches of Lemonakia and Tsamadou to the west. Clear, deep water and pale grey pebbles define the beach, … Read more