Hydra Island Full Day Trip From Nafplio with Swimming
Description
Enjoy a full-day escape from Nafplio to the elegant island of Hydra. Walk through historic stone alleys, swim at Vlichos Beach, and experience the island’s unique charm—beloved by artists and celebrities. • Visit Hydra, the elegant island loved by artists and celebrities • Guided walk through Hydra’s historic town and stone alleys • Swim in crystal-clear waters at Spilia and Vlichos Beach • Discover Hydra’s rich maritime history and noble mansions • Enjoy free time for seaside dining, shopping, and relaxation
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Itinerary
Discover the timeless charm of Hydra on a full-day island escape from Nafplio. Travel by comfortable air-conditioned coach through the scenic landscapes of the Argolis region before reaching Metohi, where you will board a ferry for a short crossing to the island. Upon arrival, join a guided walking tour of Hydra Town and explore its elegant captains’ mansions, narrow stone streets, and picturesque harbor. Learn about the island’s rich maritime heritage and its important role in the Greek War of Independence, while enjoying a tasting of the traditional almond sweets known as amygdalota. Hydra’s unique car-free atmosphere and beautifully preserved architecture create a setting unlike anywhere else in Greece.
After the guided tour, enjoy ample free time to experience the island at your own pace. Swim in crystal-clear waters, relax at a waterfront café, browse local boutiques, or savor fresh seafood and local specialties by the sea. In the late afternoon, return by sea taxi to Metohi and relax during the scenic drive back to Nafplio. Combining history, culture, natural beauty, and leisure, this carefully designed experience offers the perfect introduction to one of Greece’s most enchanting islands, with plenty of free time to explore, relax, and enjoy Hydra at a comfortable, unhurried pace.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The sea taxi fee is a mandatory additional cost required for the execution of the itinerary and is collected directly by us on the day of the tour due to local operational conditions.
Reviews(3)
This was a great trip from the moment Kostas met us in Nafplio to the finish when he dropped us near our hotel. I wasn’t sure how large a group we would have as the description said we’d be going by motorcoach, but in reality is was comfortable passenger van, and my wife and I were the only travellers on our trip. Kostas was extremely friendly and told us about the area we were traveling through on the 90 minute drive through the beautiful mountainous countryside to the port of Metochi. The 30 minute ferry trip was gorgeous sitting on the top deck of the small ferry. We were even fortunate enough to watch two pods of dolphins swim along the boat and play in the waves made by the boat! Hydra itself is an amazingly picturesque island and village. No motorized vehicles or bicycles are allowed, with donkeys and pushcarts being the only way to move goods. Kostas gave us a tour of the village, starting with a viewpoint over the harbor, then through the picturesque winding alleyways, and then outside the village to a place we could swim, or just sit at a cafe and admire the swimmers and the scenery, which is what we did. We had a few hours on our own to wander around the town before the 3 PM ferry back to the mainland. All in all this was a delightful way to spend a relaxing day in the middle of our week in the Peloponnese area. Highly recommended!
This was a great trip from the moment Kostas met us in Nafplio to the finish when he dropped us near our hotel. I wasn’t sure how large a group we would have as the description said we’d be going by motorcoach, but in reality is was comfortable passenger van, and my wife and I were the only travellers on our trip. Kostas was extremely friendly and told us about the area we were traveling through on the 90 minute drive through the beautiful mountainous countryside to the port of Metochi. The 30 minute ferry trip was gorgeous sitting on the top deck of the small ferry. We were even fortunate enough to watch two pods of dolphins swim along the boat and play in the waves made by the boat! Hydra itself is an amazingly picturesque island and village. No motorized vehicles or bicycles are allowed, with donkeys and pushcarts being the only way to move goods. Kostas gave us a tour of the village, starting with a viewpoint over the harbor, then through the picturesque winding alleyways, and then outside the village to a place we could swim, or just sit at a cafe and admire the swimmers and the scenery, which is what we did. We had a few hours on our own to wander around the town before the 3 PM ferry back to the mainland. All in all this was a delightful way to spend a relaxing day in the middle of our week in the Peloponnese area. Highly recommended!
This was a great way to visit Hydra from Napflio. It was a very comfortable van ride with our guide Costas providing commentary along the way ( suggestion: a microphone might make it a little easier to hear him.) . He also provided an informative walking tour around Hydra. There was just enough free time to explore the shops and walking paths. A smooth trip from start to finish. Thanks, Costas.
