Best Greek Islands to visit in 2024

The Greek Islands were made for exploration by yacht, with thousands of islands scattered throughout the Aegean Sea. Each island boasts its own unique selling point, from stunning landscapes ideal for nature enthusiasts to ones with ultra-hip beach clubs or rich historical significance.

Whether you want to cruise to under-the-radar islands and immerse yourself in peace and tranquility or drop anchor at some of Greece’s liveliest ports of call, a yacht holiday in Greece can be tailored to suit your desired yachting lifestyle.

Read on to discover the best Greek islands to visit in 2024. 

Best Greek Islands 2024

Hydra

Beautiful Hydra is ideal for those seeking a true escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The island's uniqueness lies in its car-free status, helping to create a far slower pace of life that harks back to a bygone era. Its idyllic main town is the centre of life in Hydra, bustling with local boutiques, art galleries, stylish bars, and tavernas that serve up delicious local cuisine.

Cruise Hydra’s craggy coastline and anchor up alongside private coves and maximise quality time on the water, or explore the island’s picturesque and unspoiled interior that has inspired writers, poets, and painters over the decades. This is the island to visit if you are in search of complete relaxation.

Mykonos

Glamorous Mykonos is known for its lively nightlife and ultra-exclusive beach clubs. Considered Greece’s top destination for the international jet-set, this is the island for those seeking to party into the early hours and then spend days under the Mediterranean sun enjoying the luxuries of their private yacht or some of the Med’s best beach clubs, such as Scorpios. Fine-dining tavernas are peppered through Chora, an idyllic Cycladic village and the main town on Mykonos, creating a lively hub of activity.

Don’t miss the uninhabited island of Rineia, just off the coast of Mykonos, famed for its beautiful sandy beaches and impossibly blue waters, as well as the neighbouring island of Delos, considered the birthplace of Apollo and home to some significant historical sites.

Kefalonia

Kefalonia was made famous as the setting for the award-winning film Captain Corelli’s Mandolin, with its colourful villages and high mountainous peaks alluring visitors to its shores.

The island’s beautiful pine-clad mountains make it a wonderful destination for those wishing to maximise their time in the great outdoors, with a superb selection of winding trails to explore.

Cruise its coastline and enjoy picturesque coves with white sandy beaches lapped by impossibly clear waters. Many are accessible only by boat, making them a great spot to tender ashore and set up a beach picnic.

Make sure you schedule a visit to Assos, a pretty pastel-hued village that sits against a backdrop of lush hillsides and soaring mountains, into your cruising itinerary.

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