Antiparos-Paros Daily Trips with Axopar 37 – Popeye

Itinerary – Optional Stops for Swimming & Lunch:
• Panteronisia: A lagoon with turquoise sea water, formed by the small islands of Tigani, Panteronisi & Glaropounda. Known locally as the ‘Blue Lagoon’ because of its crystal clear waters! Also considered as the “Caribbean” of the Aegean.
• Faneromeni Beach: On the Southernmost coast of Antiparos, close to the homonymous chapel, Faneromeni Beach is very small, but considered by many the most scenic beach of the island.
• Epitafios Cave: A wonderful sandy beach with emerald waters is hidden behind the cave. Accessible only by boat.
• Despotiko Island: Nowadays a small and uninhabited island that was heavily populated in ancient times. The only inhabitant of the island since ancient times was a goat shepherd who had to leave the island and his home because it was placed on top of the ancient sanctuary. The island offers great sandy, non-organized beaches such as Livadi & Despotiko beaches.
Lunch Stop Options:
Aliki in Paros: A beautiful coastal village with a picturesque port, fish taverns and overall tranquil ambiance. The locals stand out for their kindness and hospitality. They take great care of food lovers, and as a result, you will be greatly satisfied with the traditional taverns and restaurants whose owners grow their own vegetables and go fishing in order to offer you dishes of the highest quality possible.

Poliegos Island: The largest uninhabited island of the Aegean. Its name means “many goats”, since it is inhabited only by goats. The island is uninhabited, so there are few man-made sights, but the natural beauty is truly worth seeing. It has been declared as an area of outstanding beauty and an important habitat for the Mediterranean Monk Seal (Monachus-Monachus).
Kimolos Island: This small but stunning island is located in the western Cyclades, just next to Milos. With volcanic soil rich in unique minerals, the island’s name is derived from its chalk mining history, as “kimolia” means “chalk” in Greek. The island shares a striking resemblance to the other Cycladic islands, with its whitewashed houses, cobblestone streets, and breathtaking beaches.

Itinerary – Optional Stops for Swimming & Lunch:
Poliegos
• Fanara Cave: A cave with an open roof, naturally carved into the volcanic rock. The interplay of sunlight and the crystal-clear water creates vibrant, colorful reflections.
• Ammoura Beach: Which has a path leading up to a historical lighthouse with a magical 360-degree view. Just be prepared for a hike of 20 minutes.
• Blue Bay: Blue Bay is heaven on earth, with astonishing turquoise waters and soft white sand. Framed by towering white limestone cliffs, this narrow bay feels like a natural swimming pool, with crystal-clear water so transparent you can see the seabed even at great depths. Whether you’re swimming, snorkeling, or simply floating, it’s a place that feels utterly magical.
• Pano and Kato (Upper and Lower) Mersini: Located closest to Kimolos, is the most popular beach on Poliegos. With its soft white sand, tranquil turquoise waters, and a striking rocky backdrop, it’s one of the island’s top spots for a relaxing swim.
Kimolos
• Rema Beach: Few amenities are available, no facilities, beach bars, sunbeds, or umbrellas exist. At the tip of the cove stands a rock resembling an elephant—an incredible natural sculpture that adds a unique touch to the beach.
• Prasa Beach: Described from many as the best beach on the island of Kimolos when it comes to scenery. Close by, one can find the quarries where chalk used to be excavated. The white colour of the chalk gives the waters of Prasa beautiful shades of blue and turquoise. It is an organized beach, with a beach bar and sunbeds.
• Soufi Beach: When there is a northern wind blowing, Soufi beach is a very good choice because it is completely protected. It is a non-organized beach, so one can enjoy the quiet and the beautiful natural surroundings.
Lunch Stop:
Kimolos Psathi Port: A lovely village, home to the island’s port, with white houses, narrow alleys lined with flowerpots and small houses to store locals’ boats. A great place to enjoy your lunch by the sea.

You may see them referred to as the Small, Little, Minor or Lesser Cyclades. These are among Greece’s smallest inhabited islands – their permanent populations number only a couple of hundred. Comprises 32 islands and rocks, the main islands are Ano Koufonisi, Irakleia, Schoinoussa & Donousa.

Itinerary – Optional Stops for Swimming & Lunch:
Iraklia, the most mountainous. This island is the westernmost of the Small Cyclades, and it’s also the hilliest, dominated by Mount Papa.
• Alimia Beach: a sand beach with majestic blue waters. This beach is a special and ideal place for snorkeling due to a German plane from World War II that lies underwater in front of the coast.
• Vorini Beach: A lovely beach on the northern coast.
Schinoussa, the wildest. A bit off the beaten path and free from mass tourism, Schinoussa is the perfect hidden gem for those seeking an untouched natural landscape. With minimal tourist facilities and unorganized, exotic beaches, it’s an ideal spot for travelers looking for a more authentic and alternative getaway.
• Psili Ammos: An unspoilt paradise shaded by giant tamarisks.
Koufonisia is a set of 2 islands, Ano Koufonisi is the lively one, where hotels, restaurants, bars and sights are located. It owes its name to its sea caves (koufos means “hollow” in English) that enrapture divers, and its natural swimming pools. Kato Koufonisi on the contrary, is an uninhabited islet.
• Detis Beach, Kato Koufonisi: Stretching in the heart of a lovely cove, covered with a combination of coarse sand and fine pebbles, it boasts dazzling turquoise waters, impressive rock formations and a small cave. Another perfect spot for snorkeling.
• Pori Beach, Ano Koufonisi: Pori curves around a charming crescent-shaped bay. Scattered with fine golden sand, it boasts crystalline waters that take on incredible turquoise and dark blue hues.
Lunch Stop Options:
• Pori Beach, Ano Koufonisi: Seaside taverns that serve delicious seafood and other local delicacies.
• Ano Koufonisi Port: Sprawling around Koufonisia Port, the picturesque Chora is the capital and the island’s only settlement. Its maze of narrow cobblestone alleys is lined with whitewashed houses, each adorned with blooming bougainvilleas and blue-painted doors and windows. Several taverns and coffee shops, where visitors can unwind, sipping a refreshing drink or savoring local delicacies.