Hydra Beaches: The Best Swim Spots and Coves

August 15, 2026July 26, 2026 by Yannis Divramis

Bisti, a pine-fringed turquoise cove, one of the finest Hydra beaches

Hydra beaches are unlike those of most Greek islands: instead of long sandy shores. The car-free island offers rocky swim platforms, pebble coves and crystal-clear water reached on foot or by water taxi. Right beside the town, sunbathers dive off concrete ledges at Spilia and Hydronetta, while a coastal walk leads to the pebble beaches … Read more

Nisyros Day Trip from Kos: Into a Living Volcano

September 6, 2026July 18, 2026 by Yannis Divramis

A day trip to Nisyros from Kos offers a unique opportunity to explore a living volcanic island. The island’s main attraction, the Stefanos crater, allows visitors to walk across its floor, surrounded by hissing fumaroles and bubbling mud. Plan the whole trip with Greece Tours. Excursion boats depart from Kos Town, Kardamena, and Kefalos, making … Read more