One day tour to Poros island, from Athens
General Description
Important Note:
This is a private tour and can be arranged any day. As the transfer to/from the port is done by taxi and taxis can accommodate up to three people according to their policy, a booking can be made for three people maximum. If you want to make a booking for 4-6 people, for example, you have to make two separate bookings, as you will be transferred by two or more taxis.
Schedule:
Please note that the following timings are approximate and are subject to change according to boat schedules.
- Pick up from your hotel and transfer to the port of Piraeus.
- Embarkation on the flying dolphin at 09.00.
- Arrival at Poros Port at 10.15.
- Departure from Poros port to Piraeus at 17.00.
- Arrival at Piraeus port at 18.00.
- Transfer to your hotel.
Your stay on Poros is unescorted, so it will give you the freedom and flexibility to explore the island at your own pace.
Information about Poros:
Poros is a little island just an hour away from Athens. It is a popular destination for day trips and weekend getaways from the capital of Greece. Because of its proximity to Athens, its small size and its beautiful natural landscape, Poros gets pretty busy during summer, without losing its unspoiled charm.
The island’s center of activities is Poros Town, the main village of Poros. The first thing you’ll notice as the boat enters the port is the elegant Neoclassical houses and the Clock Tower, on a hill above the port, which offers a great view over the region. The waterfront of Poros Town is the busiest of all spots. It is lined by private yachts, fishing boats, seaside cafeterias, and small gift shops. Buses depart from Poros Port to many beautiful beaches and resorts around Poros.
Although beaches on Poros are not large, they have crystal water and lovely ambiance. Most of them are organized with umbrellas, sunbeds, beach bars, and some sports centers. The most popular beach is Askeli, which has many tourist facilities. The road from Askeli leads to the Monastery of Zoodochos Pigi, the main religious center of the island, which has historical significance and is surrounded by a beautiful natural landscape. Other popular beaches on Poros are Megalo Neorio, Kanali, and the Love Bay, a picturesque cove surrounded by pine trees.