Samos Wine Tasting Experience from Votsalakia and Karlovasi

Samos East Coast Cruise with Beach BBQ

You know you're on holidays when you find yourself in sunshine with a balmy sea breeze washing over you. On this cruise, you'll explore the local waters off Samos' east coast, with stops at two of its most enticing beaches – Posidonio and Megali Lakka – as well as a beach barbecue.Sailing from Pythagorio in the morning, you'll glide through the Mycale Strait, which separates Samos from Turkey. Pass by remote beaches and uninhabited islets – and with luck spot some dolphins. Your captain will drop anchor off Posidonio beach, and you can either swim onshore or hop on a dinghy. After an hour, we'll sail for the pine-fringed cove of Megali Lakka, which is accessible by our boat only.Here, you'll be able to relax or swim while the crew rustles up a barbecue on the beach, washed down with juice. After about three hours, it's time to sail back to Pythagorio.

Discover Patmos

The sands of time have barely swept over Patmos since St John had his Revelations here 2,000 years ago – which makes a daytrip to the isle such a fascinating experience. We'll take the ferry and visit the Monastery of St John, the Cave of the Apocalypse and the villages of Chora and Skala.

Patmos Island Boat Cruise

It takes something special for one small island to stand out among the thousands in Greece – but it's an accolade that Patmos well deserves. Discover the charms of this islet to the south of Samos with this full day trip. Once you land, you have the day to yourself – find a nice beach or explore by foot.

Day Hike in Nightingale Valley to Manolates Village

Northern Samos is a hiker's paradise of sweeping valleys, vineyards and shady forests. You'll join a guided walk from the pretty hillside village of Vourliotes across the River Kakorema to the picturesque area of Platanakia – a full day's hillside walking at its very best.

Samos Villages Evening Tour

An evening out at one of Samos's whitewashed towns takes some beating. On this excursion you can take your pick from Pythagorion or Kokkari, depending on where you're staying. You can spend the evening tucking into a seafood dinner by the marina, having a sundowner or two, or picking up some souvenirs for home.

Samiopoula Trip

Holidays are about getting away from it all. And this morning cruise does just that. Cooling off in the waters of Samos's south coast, you'll also visit the remote island of Samiopoula – home to just five inhabitants.

Samiopoula Island Boat Cruise

The placid and azure waters off southwest Samos offer some of the best boating conditions in the entire Aegean. Glide through the sparkling sea as you head to the tiny island of Samiopoula.

Ephesus Day Tour from Samos

Take a day trip to Turkey from the shores of Samos. Hop on a ferry and cross the Aegean Sea to tour a real Turkish treasure – Ephesus archaeological site. Let an expert guide bring history to life as you stroll between column-lined avenues crammed with temples, relics and religious statues. Afterwards, there's free time to discover the bazaars and shops of Kusadasi, too.

Samos Wine Tasting Experience from Votsalakia and Karlovasi

This vineyard tour puts one of the best known wineries in Samos in the spotlight. Founded in 1976, Vakakis Winery today has expanded to over 30 acres and is run by the second generation of the Vakakis family. They use traditional winemaking methods and modern technology to create high-quality wines that reflect the terroir of Samos. You'll see the vineyards and the winery, learn about the winemaking process and sample their wines.

Samos West Coast Boat Trip

Captain Vaggelis sets sail every day from Votsalakia to explore the hidden gems of Samos only reachable by boat. You'll see the deep cave near Limnionas, then we'll head for Klima beach, a beautiful spot with the towering peak of Mount Kerkis providing a dramatic backdrop. On the sail back we'll have an extra swim stop in Limnionas, and arrive back with memories of deserted bays and unique beaches.