📍 Greece

SPORADES ISLANDS: PARADISE BEACHES AND FILM MAGIC

Crescent beaches lined with pines, whitewashed villages, marine park protecting monk seals. The Sporades, paradise preserved.

≈ 5
Days
44
Km
3
Stops
📖 3 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Follow Skiathos and its crescent beaches beneath the pines, then let Skopelos reveal its whitewashed villages and cinematic settings. Glide to Alonissos and its protected marine park where the sea remains wild and preserved, between monk seal silhouettes and crystal-clear water.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Skiathos

crescent beaches kiss pine-scented shores

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Day 1
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Discover

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Skiathos town capital with lively port and Venetian arcades.
2
Kastro medieval fortress from the 14th century with Byzantine churches and ruins offering sea panorama.
3
Evangelistria Monastery founded in 1794 symbol of Greek independence where the first blue and white flag was created.
4
Bourtzi peninsula with Venetian fortress and centennial pine housing theater concerts.
+1 Places visited
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Activities

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Walk through the town with lively alleys and craft shops and traditional tavernas offering cosmopolitan nightlife.
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Boat tour discovering Koukounaries Lalaria Kastro beaches surrounded by umbrella pines with fine sand and turquoise waters.
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Exploration of Kastro abandoned village with Byzantine churches and exceptional panorama evoking pirate history.
+3 Optional activities
2
Day

Skiathos

crescent beaches kiss pine-scented shores

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Day 2
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Discover

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Koukounaries beach golden sand surrounded by Aleppo pine forest classified with lagoon crystalline waters.
2
Lalaria white pebble beach accessible only by boat with impressive cliffs and natural caves forming arches.
3
Mandraki small fishing village with quiet beach and authentic tavernas offering preserved charm.
4
Troulos family beach with fine sand and shallow waters ideal for children with pine parasols.
+1 Places visited
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Activities

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Swimming at Koukounaries considered paradisiacal beach with pine parasols and lagoon warm turquoise waters and fine golden sand.
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Boat excursion to Lalaria discovering blue caves and natural arches with swimming snorkeling on white pebbles.
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Exploration of western beaches including Mandraki Aselinos Banana with naturist section offering diversity of wild coves.
+3 Optional activities
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Next stop
Distance: 27.1 km
Travel time: 54min
3
Day

Skopelos

whitewashed villages where films came alive

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Day 3
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Discover

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Skopelos town capital built amphitheater-style with red tile roofs and 123 Byzantine churches unique architecture.
2
Kastro hill with Venetian and Byzantine ruins offering panoramic view of port town and bay.
3
18th-century Evangelismos Monastery with remarkable frescoes and golden iconostasis overlooking panoramic view.
4
Agios Ioannis Kastri chapel perched on rock 100 meters high filming location Mamma Mia movie exceptional panorama.
+1 Places visited
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Activities

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Exploration Skopelos town with cobbled alleys and stairs winding between Byzantine churches and lively tavernas offering warm atmosphere.
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Visit Mamma Mia filming sites including Agios Ioannis iconic chapel perched on rock accessible by steep stairs cinematic legend.
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Hiking to monasteries following kalderimi ancient paved paths crossing pine forest preserved nature with sea panoramas.
+3 Optional activities
4
Day

Skopelos

whitewashed villages where films came alive

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Day 4
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Discover

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Panormos picturesque seaside village with protected bay and fine sand beach tavernas family summer entertainment.
2
Elios Neo Klima modern village rebuilt after earthquake with fishing port beach and tourist entertainment.
3
Metamorfosis Sotiros Monastery from the 16th century containing precious frescoes and ancient library overlooking sea view.
4
Sendoukia mysterious tombs carved in rock associated with pirate Glaucus legend enigmatic archaeological site.
+1 Places visited
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Activities

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Swimming at Kastani and Milia beaches famous Mamma Mia filming locations surrounded by pines parasols with crystal clear waters sand pebbles.
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Exploration of Glossa mountain village and Elios coastal discovering architecture local traditions artisanal plums almonds production.
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Visit to monasteries and enigmatic sendoukia evoking pirates history and legend tombs archaeological mystery fascination.
+3 Optional activities
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Next stop
Distance: 16.5 km
Travel time: 33min
5
Day

Alonissos

green island where monk seals roam

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Day 5
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Discover

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Patitiri port and modern capital of Alonissos with lively taverns and shops base for departure excursions to desert islands.
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Chora Alonissos old village abandoned after 1965 earthquake currently restored with traditional stone alleys exceptional panoramic view.
3
Alonissos Northern Sporades National Marine Park created 1992 protecting monk seal Monachus monachus endangered species and unique marine biodiversity Mediterranean.
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Alonissos Museum presenting natural history with focus on monk seal and collections underwater archaeology local folklore.
+1 Places visited
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Activities

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Exploration Patitiri port modern animation with taverns fresh seafood and departure excursions to desert islands marine park.
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Ascent to Chora ancient restored village with white stone alleys and panorama infinite sea authentic quiet atmosphere.
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Excursion national marine park visiting Peristera Kyra Panagia islands with observation monk seals dolphins and snorkeling protected waters.
+3 Optional activities

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-June): Perfect weather, blooming landscapes, ideal temperatures, fewer crowds, excellent value, Easter celebrations, optimal conditions.

Summer (July-August): Warmest weather, peak tourist season, highest prices, crowded attractions, perfect for islands, vibrant nightlife, festival season.

Fall (September-October): Warm seas, comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, excellent weather, good value, harvest season, ideal photography.

Winter (November-March): Mild weather, lowest prices, minimal crowds, rainy season, ski season mountains, cultural focus, cozy atmosphere.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 4 and 6 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

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