Offering stunning ocean views along with charming alleys, the gorgeous Greek island is just as beautiful as Santorini, but lacks many tourists. Located in the Aegean Sea, Amorgos belongs to the Cyclades Island group.
The island features amazing natural scenery, minimal Cycladic architecture, mystical caves and stunning beaches. Often known as one of the hidden gems of the Cyclades, the island is not exposed to popular tourism. As shown by the archaeological discoveries revealed in the area, Amorgos, who lived since the early Cycladic period, has a long cultural history and tradition.
Chora, an island town, is considered to be one of the most picturesque paintings in the Cyclades. The whitewashed alley lined with traditional cycladic houses and bougainvillea trees in the courtyard, is visible straight from your dreams.
Chola Street is full of local specialties. You can also visit 13th century castles and monasteries or relax at a local coffee shop.
One of the travelers calls it one of the “best holidays” written on the TripAdvisor Forum. “I spent a week on Amorgos in September 2018.
“I fell in love with it. I met incredible people, had amazing food, drinks, cocktails and desserts. I attended a local traditional festival and became part of a vibrant and vibrant community, a beautiful combination of young and elderly crowds!
“I did some hikes. The other one was early in the morning (just before sunrise) and one late in the afternoon. Just magnificent. I promised to return to Amorgos as soon as possible. It was the best holiday of the past decade.”
Catapola is the island's main port and is a haven for boats and small cruise ships. Start on a boat trip from Catapola and explore the island's sun-kissed beach.
According to its official website, the next popular port is Aygile. This is very popular among young people. “Aegiari is the second harbor on Amorgos Island. It is a very popular place among young people as it has a campsite.
“Along the vibrant waterfront, there are plenty of cafes and restaurants. Three picturesque villages, sitting on the mountainside beyond Aegiani, are Salaria, Ragkada and Potamo.
However, there are no airports in Amorgos. You will need to arrive in Athens first and take a ferry to the island. Alternatively, you can fly to the nearest international airport (Santorini & Mykonos) and then take the ferry to Amorgos.
