Of all of the islands in the Cyclades, Ios is the most popular among young people. The dawn of its glory started in the 1970s, when the island became a favourite haunt for hippies. Today, you can find clubs here to suit any taste – especially in Hore, Ios’ main city. Party-lovers have also invaded the bay of Milopotas. If raving until dawn isn’t part of your plans, the beaches of Agia Theodoti, Calamas, Colizani, and Manganari are at your service.
Paradoxically, the best way of exploring Ios in another light is to walk around Hore during the day. Old churches, the ruins of a Venetian fortress, classical white houses with a bounty of colors bursting in the garden, and a labyrinth of streets show you a completely different Ios, more tranquil and quiet. In Colizani, you can stop by the museum of modern art. In Agia, see Theodoti – a Hellenistic tower and the ruins of an ancient aqueduct. And in Plakotos , you’ll find Homer’s grave.
Paradoxically, the best way of exploring Ios in another light is to walk around Hore during the day. Old churches, the ruins of a Venetian fortress, classical white houses with a bounty of colors bursting in the garden, and a labyrinth of streets show you a completely different Ios, more tranquil and quiet. In Colizani, you can stop by the museum of modern art. In Agia, see Theodoti – a Hellenistic tower and the ruins of an ancient aqueduct. And in Plakotos , you’ll find Homer’s grave.
Recommended boats for this region
20
WC
5
Beneteau, 2019
Oceanis 51.1
Marina Alimos, Athens
(Greece)
From 09/07 to 16/07
€
6 500
5 200
for 1 week,
rent a yacht bareboat
20
WC
2
Jeanneau, 2019
Sun Odyssey 410
Marina Alimos, Athens
(Greece)
From 09/07 to 16/07
€
4 050
3 240
for 1 week,
rent a yacht bareboat
25
WC
3
Elan Marine, 2015
Elan Impression 50
Booked 6 times recently
Marina Alimos, Athens
(Greece)
From 09/07 to 16/07
€
5 300
3 975
for 1 week,
rent a yacht bareboat
15
WC
2
Bavaria Yachtbau, 2007
Bavaria 42 Cruiser
Marina Alimos, Athens
(Greece)
From 09/07 to 16/07
€
2 733
2 323
for 1 week,
rent a yacht bareboat
25
WC
2
Bavaria Yachtbau, 2008
Bavaria 46 Cruiser
Marina Alimos, Athens
(Greece)
From 09/07 to 16/07
€
3 450
2 588
for 1 week,
rent a yacht bareboat
Beneteau, 2019
Oceanis 46.1
Marina Alimos, Athens
(Greece)
From 09/07 to 16/07
€
5 400
4 050
for 1 week,
rent a yacht bareboat