islandhopping Archive

Combine island hopping & sailing

03/17/201601/06/2016 von Jennifer Handrick

Tourmix offers flexible and unique island hopping as well as sailing tours to the different Greek island groups (Cyclades, Dodecanese, Ionian & Sporades). Island hopping means that you are going to live and spend the night on the respective island at the hotel you have chosen yourself. However while sailing you are staying on the yacht with 2 – 4 fellow passengers and spend the night in your own cabin.

Apart from the most well-known islands of the Cyclades (Mykonos, Paros, Naxos and Santorini), Tourmix allows you to combine 6 more islands with the destination airports Athens, Mykonos and Santorini. Thank to the possibility to combine Island hopping and Sailing we can offer our customers an even greater selection between different variations of your unique tour.

The tour will be adapted according to your individual wishes depending on the departure date. For island hopping the following combinations are possible:

If you, for instance, arrive on Santorini, you have the opportunity to choose between the islands Ios, Amorgos, Naxos, Paros and Mykonos, which are located in a star shape.
From Mykonos you can either choose between the well-known and previously mentioned islands in the direction of Santorini or the northern Cyclades (Syros, Tinos and Andros).
When arriving in Athens you can combine on the one hand the northern Cyclades and on the other hand the southern islands.

From many years of experience we recommend you to choose only 2 islands per week.

In order to also explore the smaller islands of the Cyclades (Kea, Kythnos, Syros, Rineia, Delos, Sifnos, Serifos and Hydra) next to island hopping, a combination between sailing and island hopping is the ideal option. While sailing you can easily discover these islands, which otherwise are very hard to access. Plus you can visit your favourite island while island hopping.

Each island lures with its own unique charm, therefore you should travel by sea and land.

We are looking forward to meeting you!

Island hopping Greece

03/17/201612/10/2015 von Jennifer Handrick

Hello and welcome to Tourmix.eu !

In this video you are going to get a lot of exciting information about a very special type of travel. A type of travel which allows individual planning and also very personal experiences for everybody. Island hopping. This way of travelling is possible worldwide. Especially in Greece you can choose between numerous island groups.

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The ferry connections between the island become better and better, so that you can for instance discover many different destinations, cultures and also landscapes within just 12 days. Furthermore from one island to another you can enjoy new and delicious specialities in the taverns and gastronomy.

Immerse into a fascinating island world only 2 to 3 flight hours away from you.
The most famous paradise for island hopping worldwide are the Greek Cycladic islands. The tours to the Cyclades in our portfolio offer a selection between the most beautiful of these islands.

As an example we are now presenting the probably most popular tour through the Cyclades. You will get the ferry tickets either directly upon arrival or one day before at the respective hotel. You will be driven to the port on time prior to each ferry trip and after arriving on the other island the tour guides will meet you immediately. They will also accompany you to your individually selected hotel.

Usually this tour begins with the direct arrival at the airport of Mykonos. There the indescribable island feeling will thrill you at once. Among the benefits of the holiday paradise Mykonos are more than 3.000 hours of sunshine per year, golden sandy beaches with crystal clear water, as well as the traditional architecture of the Cyclades with the typical main colours white and blue. Furthermore there is the immediate vicinity to the ancient island Delos, whose ruins attract innumerable visitors as well. The nightlife on Mykonos is unique. Here party and fun join glamour and high society. In order to discover as much as possible, we recommend you to stay at this exciting place for about 3 days.

From Mykonos you will move on to Paros, where a stay of 3 days is ideal as well. By ferry you can reach your next holiday destination within 2 to 4 hours depending on the connection. The island presents itself as a holiday paradise with beautiful beaches, villages adorned with flowers and many historic sights. Especially the neighbouring island Antiparos is a fantastic excursion destination thanks to its white beaches. Paros demonstrates flexibility with calm corners to relax and places with a quite active nightlife.

After these exciting days you will continue to Naxos. This island; as opposed to the rest of the Cyclades; is very lush and can be reached within less than one hour thanks to the ferry. Besides the green and versatile landscape, the white beaches are well worth seeing. They rank among the most beautiful of the Cyclades. In order to try several restaurants and specialities here, we recommend you to stay for about 4 days.

You will spend the last 4 unforgettable days of holiday on the stunning island Santorini. The ferry trip takes 2 to 4 hours as well depending on the connection. There you will be expected by a fascinating island. The crater side certainly is the highlight of this island. The typical houses of Thira, the island capital, have a unique architecture. They are small and whitewashed, with vaults and many tiny windows. Numerous boutiques, restaurants and souvenir shops can be found in the narrow streets. Experience breathtaking port taverns, mediterranean lifestyle and an absolutely unforgettable island feeling.

Follow the trails of the most beautiful Greek islands now with Tourmix.eu!

Ionian

03/17/201612/01/2015 von Jennifer Handrick

Temperate climate & deep blue waters

The Ionian Islands scattered along the west coast of Greece are well-known for their dark blue and cool sea waters, lush vegetation and rich cultural heritage. This island group consists of twelve large and small islands, among them Zakynthos, Ithaca, Corfu, Kefalonia, Lefkada and Paxi. They entice with a flawless infrastructure, excellent hotel accommodations, cultural events and a multitude of sights.

Once part of Central Greece they were torn apart when the terrain sank because of a landslide. As a consequence this region now entices with rugged shores, tall mountains and hauntingly beautiful beaches. Furthermore the waters in this area, reaching a depth of 4,406 metres, are by far the deepest in the Mediterranean.

Due to the temperate and pleasant climate the Ionian Islands are the perfect location for vacation or permanent residence. While during the winter the mountains of the Greek mainland stop the cold northern winds from reaching the islands, in the summer the temperature is lowered by the soft meltemia winds and sea breezes. Their air currents also make them an acclaimed destination for international windsurfers. Plan your individual island hopping trip on the Ionian islands now!

Cyclades

03/17/201601/17/2015 von admin

A true paradise for island hopping

The Cyclades are the most famous island group in the Aegean Sea and certainly comprise some of the most magnificent islands worldwide.They lure with splendid sandy beaches, their traditional whitewashed houses with blue roofs and vaults, rich cultural heritage, adorable hosts and a fascinating landscape.

The name ‚Cyclades‘ refers to the circle the numerous islands are forming around the ancient island of Delos. Due to this close vicinity they are the perfect destination for island hopping. It may come as a surprise that, although there is a short distance between the islands, they differ a lot and each island is worth being visited. Get to know the unique charms of each island with our island hopping Cyclades tours!

Mykonos is well-known for glamour and high society. Paros presents itself as a beautiful paradise with many historic sights. Naxos, as opposed to the rest of the Cyclades, has a very lush and versatile landscape and on Santorini you will find innumerable boutiques, restaurants and souvenir shops.

Dodecanese

03/17/201612/09/2014 von @iozax

Greek island feeling & long sandy beachs

The Dodecanese islands offer many attractions for their guests. You can stroll along the Street of Knights in the medieval old city on Rhodes. Seize a piece of paradise on “Paradise Beach” on Kos, with nice sand and pure water. Investigate fascinating myths and legends in the Hollow of Revelation (Patmos). And finally relax on “the Island of peace and friendship” on Chalky, where you can watch the small red-white boats passing by. All of these activities and more yocan experience with island hopping in Dodecanese!

We will guide you from island to island in the southern east of the Aegean, which is the sunniest part of Greece, where you can enjoy peace and relaxation, despite the diversity of activities. The island impress with their unique charm: they are enchaining and prominent in their way, loud but still peaceful, perfect but natural. In the contrast to the specific meaning (“twelve islands”), the island group consists of 200 islands, from them only 25 islands are inhabited: Rhodes and Kos are the most famous, as well as Kalymnos, Leros, Patmos and Symi.

Take delight with us in the picturesque landscapes, impressive mountains and bays, everlasting mild climate, in blue, subtle graded gleaming sea, peaceful villages with their classic narrow lanes and cafes, that invite to have a rest before you continue your trip… in the ancient World, in Byzantine empire and epoch of French reign, which you can feel, see and grasp during your journey. Travel with tourmix.eu and we will assure that you have an unforgettable time!