For your free greek islands downloadable packing list, click here. It was discovered in 1897 by antonio komouto, and since then visitors have been flocking to see it. Free time to relax at the sandy beach and be enchanted by the healing properties of sulphur. They are located on the north coast of the island and quite far from the most resorts, such as laganas, kalamakior the town of zakynthos. The name, like all similar names ending in nthos, is pre.
Two of the most wellknown destinations, not only in zakynthos but the whole of greece, can only be accessed by the sea. Near the fortress, a marble complex of divine figures was found, such as those of apollo, aphrodite, and artemis, which is now located in the tiepolo museum in venice. That summed up the great experiences i had on my first full day on the island. Blue caves, the coast and beaches of zakynthos, greece. The blue caves consist of particular geologic formations giving life to a succession of caves along the northwest coast of the island. For divers, zakynthos island is the very first choice in the mediterranean sea mainly in the southwest of the island, where the most famous diving grounds keri caves are situated. Blue caves blue cave is the most celebrated attraction of the greek island of kastelorizo. Wifi and parking are free, and this aparthotel also features a restaurant. Blue caves zakynthos blue caves information blue caves. In fact, it is the second most visited isle apart from corfu.
Blue caves zakynthos zante, zakinthos, greece cave. Famous caves with crystal clear waters on zakynthos island greece. Blue caves luxury villas in zakynthos island ionian greece. Blue caves zakynthos shipwreck beach be captain for. The history of the island has its roots in antiquity. Our family also offers boat trips to the famous shipwreck beach or navagio as it known in greek and the blue caves in glass bottom boats. As part of a package tour, we visited the blue caves on our way back from navagio beach via potamitis brothers. Zakynthos, as island founder, is represented in various coins and symbol of the entire island. Today, zakynthos is a separate regional unit of the ionian islands region, and its only municipality. I wondered then if we would run into the endangered loggerhead.
It is the southernmost of the main group of the ionian islands not counting distant kythira. The most famous of these caves is called turquoise cave. History of zakynthos greece discover zantes intriguing. On the first floor there is a statue of solomos, personal items of the two poets, flags of the rich zakynthian families, manuscripts, musical instruments, traditional costumes, furniture and. Deep blue 4 bedrooms harmonia 4 bedrooms crystal 3 bedrooms purple 3 bedrooms palace 6 bedrooms fantasia 2 bedrooms harmonia 4 bedrooms situated on the private plot of 40. The journey lasts for about one hour when the bus reaches volimes. Were from zakynthos, and were ready to book your next dreamy holidays on. Book your trip to the shipwreck and the blue caves at. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation. The island of kefalonia lies 15 kilometres 9 miles to the north. There are also references to the odyssey, book 9, line 24, homer called. Zakynthos sea caves, turtles and perfect beaches travel. Shipwreck and blue caves boat trip vip zakynthos tour zante.
In some countries this may not be legally possible. Overview policy location zantes famous shipwreck and stunning beach if youve never been to the northern part of zakynthos, where spectacular landscapes mix with the deep blue waters of shipwreck bay, grab your swimsuit and your camera and. They are located on the north coast of the island and quite far from the most resorts, such as laganas, kalamaki or. The name is due to bright turquoise color and crystal clear waters.
The place is located 35 km northwest of the town of zakynthos. Blue caves villas are 6 traditionally designed zakynthian stone houses. Blue caves blue caves is the best known sight of zante. When visiting the island of zakynthos your holiday will not be complete without a visit to the many interesting sites including the magical blue caves and the historic shipwreck in its own private cove there are many ways to tour the island, you could explore by hiring a car or choose to join a tour by airconditioned coach or boat. The blue caves are truly breathtaking and a must see attraction if zakynthos. Solomos airport code zth is located in the south of the island and is 35 km from blue caves villas. Blue caves agios nikolaos 2020 all you need to know. Browse expedias selection of 623 hotels and places to stay closest to blue caves. There are charter flights served by companies like monarch, thomas cook, thomson fly, first choice, and easyjet.
The arches formed thousands of years ago through erosion. A lot of places are selling half or full day excursions so make sure you choose right. The famous shipwreck, which is the most photographed beach in the country, is positioned on the west coast of the island under the famous and picturesque mountainous village of volimes. Apart from its long history, zakynthos, like many greek cities and towns, is associated. It is an exceptional way to see the underwater world of zakynthos. Potamitis brothers trips to the blue caves zante zakynthos. Location of blue caves luxury villas in zakynthos island. Visit the blue caves in zakynthos zakynthos travel guide. Just looking out at the harbor in laganas bay was thrilling enough that morning. Exploring the history of zakynthos in greece heather. Blue caves the blue caves are one of the most popular and advertised attractions of the island. They are located on the north coast of the island and quite far from the most resorts, such as laganas, kalamaki or the town of zakynthos. Zakynthos is about 40 kilometres 25 miles long and 20 kilometres 12 miles wide, and covers an area of. Products shipwreck, blue caves, zakynthos beaches by boat.
Zakynthos sea caves, sea turtles and perfect beaches. Photo about blue caves on zakynthos island, greece. During the holiday season mayoctober you can fly directly to zantezakynthos from most european capitals. Zakynthos is one of the largest islands in the ionian sea. All about the greek islands, discover zakynthos ionian islands and its beautiful villages and sights. The coast of zakynthos is exceptionally picturesque and its surprisingly cheap to get around if you want to visit the beaches, blue caves and the coastline the best and easiest way to do it is by boat. One of the bestknown sights of the island, located in the north, these are not caves in the strict sense of the term.
Blue caves zakynthos blue caves zante by travel zakynthos. The history of zakynthos through pieces of art and personal items this folklore museum will take you back to zakynthos of the 17th century. You will easily find diving centers with good equipment in all areas. Locations near blue caves include the village of korithi and the port of agios nikolaos on our blue caves page you can see blue caves photos, explore blue. There, you will enjoy free wine tasting swimming at xygia natural spa. Blue caves part 2 zakynthos island, greece youtube. There are multiple agencies that offer such tours and therefore, because of competition, the prices are kept low. Windmill boat trips to blue caves zakynthos 2020 all. Blue caves zakynthos holidays in blue caves greece. Plan your holiday and visit the best beaches and the resorts of zakynthos. Blue caves zakynthos holidays in blue caves greece guide.
But also the northeast is not bad, but often wavy in the afternoon. One of the main attractions of the island of zakynthos are the famous blue caves on the east coast of zakynthos near cape skinari. Wtshared adestro at wts wikivoyage grants anyone the right to use this work for any purpose, without any conditions, unless such conditions are required by law. They will provide you with information regarding this zakynthos excursion, as well as special stories about the history, culture and. The boat trip to both the shipwreck and the blue caves lasts 2,5 hours. Read my post about my greek island all round packing list great to give you tips on what to pack for visiting the greek islands such as zakynthos. Blue caves, zakynthos island, greece tourist information. One of the places in the tour was blue cave a natural spectacle formed by weather and time, this brilliantly blue dark cave is a wonderful place to go and see, however, i strongly suggest being one of the first. The blue caves are one of the most popular and advertised attractions of the island. After the roman empire fall, zakynthos, the ionian islands and the colonies along the western mediterranean coast underwent decades of uncertainty with many invasions from constantine the great and with the annexation of the island to the province of illiria, a new historical period, characterized by stability and social rebirth. Visit a small, traditional, threegeneration winery producing local zakynthian wine of surprisingly good quality since 1918. On the ground floor there are the tombs of solomos and kalvos. On zakynthos the beach and the sea is never far away but it can also be fascinating to find out a little more about the history of this lovely ionian island.
Boat tour of shipwreck bay and the blue caves 4h zante. You can take a dip into the clear blue waters surrounding zakynthos island in greece where youll find the famous blue caves. After having seen the amazing keri caves, oasis beach and marathonisi island, i wondered what other natural wonders zante hotels 4 u had in store for us. This work has been released into the public domain by its author, user. Boating to the blue caves in zakynthos travel greece. Blue caves agios nikolaos aktuelle 2020 lohnt es sich. Zakynthos lies in the eastern part of the ionian sea, around 20 kilometres 12 miles west of the greek peloponnese mainland. Numerous natural blue caves are cut into cliffs around cape skinari, and. The blue caves are located in aspros vrahos white rock, south of cape skinari, the most northern end of the island. We did a full day cruise around the island which was good as we got a chance to swim in different beaches but was pretty long and tiring at the end. News about the island founder are from homer and concern zakynthos, son of dardanus, king of troy, who leaving with his fleet from the city of psofida, reached the island and founded his acropolis. Find cheap deals and discount rates among them that best fit your budget.
Located above the cliff in one of the most outstanding locations on the island, offering direct access and panoramic views over the sea. The zakynthos island excursion vip shipwreck and blue caves begins early in. The entrance was discovered only in the late 19th century. These are located south of the village of aghios nikolaos, 30 kilometres from zakynthos town. Welcome to blue caves villas in between the crystal clear waters and the harmony of nature a feeling of peacefulness and freedom. The lands in zakynthos are quite mountainous, and just like the other ionian islands, there are a number of fertile valleys and green plains that depict superb landscapes on the island. So, during a tour of the island with travel bloggers greece, our great local hosts arranged for us to see them up close in the best way possible. The blue caves are one of the islands most famous natural attractions and were.
One of the bestknown sights of the island, located in the north, these are not caves in the strict sense of the term, but rather the remnants of caves worn away by the water, leaving behind natural limestone formations. Boat tour of shipwreck bay and the blue caves 4h swim in the islands most gorgeous waters. Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed eur 500, due to national regulations. Blue caves on zakynthos island, greece stock photo image.
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