The most beautiful trips to Karpathos
What to visit and see on Karpathos
Karpathos is rightly one of the most beautiful Greek islands. Here you will find beautiful beaches, mountainous hinterland and distinctive villages and towns. Trips around the island most often go to individual beaches or views of individual towns.
Trip to Achata beach
Beautiful beach under the mountains
At the end of a long valley surrounded by high mountains you will find the fabulous Achata beach. Driving here on a narrow road is definitely worth it, because then you can enjoy one of the most beautiful beaches not only in Greece, but around the world. continue reading
Trip to Apella beach
Trip to the most famous beach in Karpathos
Karpathos is an island famous for its beautiful beaches. The most dramatic are located in places where the slopes of the highest mountains of the island descend directly into the sea. One of them is Apella, which you can reach either by boat or a narrow mountain road. continue reading
Walk through Amoopi Bay
Scenic walkway across four beaches
On the east coast of the island of Karpathos, just a short distance from the capital Pigadia, you will find the picturesque bay of Amoopi (sometimes written only Amopi). There is not only the main beach, lae many others, each completely different. All are connected by a sidewalk, so it is not a problem to try them all at once. continue reading
A tour of ancient Arkasa
The ruins of an ancient city
On Karpathos are the ruins of four Doric cities. One of them is the acropolis of ancient Arkasa (Palaiokastro). From the church of Agia Sophia it is only a few minutes along the path leading up the hill directly to the plateau with the remains of the walls and several columns. However, the whole walk has the most beautiful views of the region and the beach of Agios Nicolaos deep below you continue reading
Trip to Damatria beach
Beach under the cliff
Damatria is one of the most popular beaches due to its location on the east coast of the island of Karpathos, which is without waves and is not exposed to the wild local wind. continue reading
Tour of Menetes
Picturesque mountain town
On the mountain road connecting Arkasa on the west and Pigadia on the east coast you will find the mountain town of Menetes (370m above sea level). It is built on a rocky promontory and the adjacent mountain slope, so it also serves as a beautiful view of the region. There is almost always a fresh wind, so typical of Karpathos continue reading
Trip to Diakoftis beach
Airplane landing over the beach live
Diakoftis beach is located in the very south of the island of Karpathos. They are actually two beaches along a small sandy peninsula. Interestingly, this beach is located right next to the airport, so you can enjoy landing planes from really close. Of course, it's not as rough as on the famous Maho beach on the island of St. Martin, but it's still a pretty big experience. continue reading
Trip to Agios Nicolaos beach
Beach with big waves
Just outside the historic center of Arkasa is the beautiful beach of Agios Nicolaos. Due to the fact that it lies on the windward west coast, relatively large waves are often made here. It is terminated on both sides by rock peaks, on which you can make a nice short ascent. continue reading
Trip to Agios Theodoros beach
Beach at the end of the world
At the southwestern end of the island of Karpathos, just five kilometers away from the town of Arkasa, lies the interesting beach of Agios Thedoros, named after the churches standing nearby. The beach lies below a massive sandstone cliff, so there is no shortage of interesting scenery, continue reading
View of Arkasa
A short walk to the hills above the city
Directly from the town of Arkása you can take a nice walk to the hills directly above the city. On this walk are the best beautiful views from the Arcas to the sea. continue reading
Trip to Christou Pigadi beach
Bay with two beaches
Christou Pigadi beach is relatively little visited in Karpathos, despite being located in a very magical bay. Maybe it's also due to the fact that thanks to a slight turn, few people come here. continue reading
Tour of Finiki
Fishing village and picturesque bay in one
Just north of the town of Arkasa is the picturesque fishing village of Finiki. It lies in a breathtaking landscape under a massive rock wall. In addition to the picturesque center, a small harbor and the church above the town, you will be captivated by the beach with calm water, ideal for swimming. continue reading
