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Holidays to Folegandros

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Introduction

Something of a hidden gem, Folegandros remains true to the austere beauty of its rugged landscape, with its sunbleached, woodless terrain leading to precipitous cliffs that seem to fall directly into a dazzling ocean. Consequently there is a sense of privacy and seclusion that is quite unlike other islands, and lives up to Folegandros' soubriquet of 'the island of peace'. Hiking trails lead you – especially in spring – along paths of caper flowers, oregano and thyme, and you are quite likely to encounter a working donkey or two along the way.

The island’s 650 inhabitants live in three small villages, but its Chora is the perfect Cycladic capital brought to life. Perched on an almost vertical cliff, its sugar-cubed houses with whitewashed walls and blue doors are crammed together in narrow alleys. In the evenings, there seems to be a taverna on every corner, tables spilling onto the streets and squares.

The landmark church of Panagia on the hillside above - a half hour walk - affords a spectacular view of the entire west coast, stunning in conjunction with the setting of the sun.

Folegandros has some excellent beaches but some effort is usually required to reach them, although distances are not great. A bus runs to Agali beach up to 10 times daily, and also to the port from where you can walk to a choice of 7 beaches.Alternatively hop on a small boat for those further afield, such as lovely Katergo, sheltered by its towering cliffs. Boat excursions also run to neighbouring Sikinos.

Folegandros has strong traditions - there is an interesting folklore museum in Chora - and hosts many festivals throughout the year to which all are invited.

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Getting to Folegandros

Getting to Folegandros

Flight to Santorini (also possible via Athens or Mykonos with an overnight hotel). Transfer to Santorini port for an afternoon high speed ferry to the island (50 mins.) where you will be met and transferred to your accommodation. On the return the reverse applies. Should flights not connect with the ferries an overnight will be required on arrival and/or departure - we hope to be able to give this information at the time of booking.

Multi-Centre and Island Hopping

Multi-Centre and Island Hopping

Santorini, Sifnos, Milos and Kimolos are the easiest islands to combine with Folegandros as they are close by. There are also ferry links with Ios, Paros, Naxos, Amorgos, Koufonissi and Mykonos.

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3 hours 45 minutes (Flight to Athens). Then transfer onto Folegrandros.

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Claire joined us in 2005 after having spent 6 years in Lesbos running her own business teaching English, where she married a Greek. The economic crisis in Greece forced them to return to the UK. Alongside day to day reservations, Claire is also mother goose to our 30 or so overseas representatives in Greece and works very closely with Graeme, our overseas manager in Greece, to arrange for their interviewing and training. Understandably she loves Alonissos.

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