Greeka.com: Ikaria Reviews - Greece and the Greek Islands

General: Drive in the wild landscape

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:21 GMT

What I enjoyed most in Ikaria was walking and driving in the wild landscape. It was great! A pure, green island where you forget about anything else. I learned about Ikaria through a travel book on Greek islands and got amazed by some photos. Once you go, you will also find some nice coves to practice snorkeling. I think it would be nice though if there were some motor boats to hire and sail ar...

General: Beaches and a relaxed atmosphere

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:21 GMT

A nice family vacation for families with big kids. We have 2, 13 and 18 years. Beaches and a relaxed atmosphere. No norwegian people. Very greek. Food is ok, but you have to wait for a very long time in the high season. Best beach: Aris Best village: Armenistis Recommendation: See the river-valley and hiking.

General: Hiking on Ikaria is perfect

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:21 GMT

Ikaria is a walkers paradise. 'Monopatia' everywhere - All trails well marked and easy to follow. Excellent 'walking map' available in Greek, English and German. The island is unspoilt and very Greek unlike many other islands. Good beaches -especially Armenistis and Nas- and the village of Christos Rachon was beautiful. The restaurants offered rather slow but very friendly services. Excellent c...

General: Amazing geographically and great food

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:21 GMT

Nationality: New Zealand Age: 26 The trip: I arrived on the island by ferry long and uncomfortable as I was in the café and it was delayed by 2 hours Reasons for going to Ikaria: I met an Ikarian in New Zealand and he invited me to come and holiday here Idea about Ikaria before arriving: Nothing I knew, nothing of this island of Greece. Really New Zealand is quite far away and...

General: Fatastic sea and mountains

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:21 GMT

Nationality: British
Age: 57
The trip: I arrived on the island by plane and boat
Reasons for going to Ikaria: After visiting Samos I thought Ikaria might be a quieter island
Idea of the island/area before arriving: That it was small enough and big enough and hopeful underdeveloped
Did it meet your expectations: Yes fully. Beautiful scenery, lovely coves and be...

General: One of the best islands I've ever been to

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:21 GMT

Over 38 years I have been coming to the Greek islands and probably visited some 16 of them. I have fallen in love with each one of them but Ikaria has something just that much more special. We loved our 11 days in Valeta Studios in Armenistas - with its large balcony hanging over the rocks and to be able to walk down and snorkel or swim right from there was a bonus. And the view of Armenistas f...

General: Dramatic landscape

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:21 GMT

Nationality: British
Age: 33
Countries visited: > 10-15
The trip: I arrived on the island by boat. The trip was very good with no delays.
Reasons for going to Ikaria: Recommended by friends and looked on the internet for information about Ikaria.
Idea of the island/area before arriving: Not really, just what information I had from the internet.
Best Be...

General: A quiet getaway

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:21 GMT

Nationality: American
Countries visited: >1-5
The trip: I got on the island by boat.
Reasons for going to Crete: I saw newspaper articles about out of the way islands
Idea of the island/area before arriving: The impression was that Ikaria was relatively unspoiled and not on the cruise line route. The beaches were said to be beautiful and much of the country...

General: Best Keep Secret in Greece

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:21 GMT

I a have been to Ikaria on many occasions and will been returning soon.I take the 40 min flight from Athens costs ?60 rtn approx.It is an enchanting place the people are always friendly and welcoming.The area around Nas and Christos Raches are the best.A trip to the lake at Fragma and a meal at the lakeside caravan is a must.Other. excellent tarvenas are Astra,Nas Correlli, Evdilos and O Platin...

General: Beautiful island but isolated

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:21 GMT

Nationality: Nederlands
Age: 26

The trip: Boat trip (the Pegasus Express). The trip to Ikaria was ok but we arrived very very early in the mosrning.
Reasons for going to Ikaria: We got advised by Dutch tourists ANWB.
Idea before arriving: We saw some pictures of Ikaria Island and it really looked niced. The beaches were very pretty.
Expectations and op...

General: Loved the colour of the sea

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:21 GMT

Nationality: Australian
Age: 31

The trip: We arrived to Ikaria Island by boat from Samos. The trip was nice.
Reasons for going to Ikaria: We red about it and wanted to see the place were Ikare felt down and wanted to find good beaches.
Idea before arriving: We expected it to be picturesque.
Expectations and opinions: It met our expectations, absolutely...

General: Peaceful island

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:21 GMT

Nationality: Italian
Age: 31

The trip: I arrived to Ikaria Island by ferry.
Reasons for going to Ikaria: My partner have choose the destination.
Idea before arriving: That it would be quiet and not busy.
Expectations and opinions: It met my expectations. It is also a really beautiful island.
Favorite thing about Ikaria: The peace I felt.
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General: A big and beautiful island

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:21 GMT

Ikaria is a big and beautiful island.
Me and my husband had a great time there.
We were invited by some Greek friends who have a house in the village of Armenistis which is a lovely place near the sea. It is close to the second port of the island and near numerous lovely beaches with golden sand or pebbles. Our friends show us all the island by car.
It is very green and has...