Attractions:
The Saronic Gulf islands of Poros, Spetses, Hydra, Agistri and Aegina each have their individual characters and are worth visiting.
Poros is a four minute taxi ferry from Galata and offers excellent beaches and watersports, quiet walks through woods, scenic attractions and a wide variety of restaurants and tavernas. Attractions include Posiedon Temple, Neorio bay, Monastery and Askeli Bay plus much more.
Hydra is like a painting that has been placed in the Saronic Sea. There are no vehicles on the island(except for emergency). A boat tour round the island is possible or drive to Porto Hydra and take the 10 minute taxi ferry. Hydra has its water shipped to it from Pelopponese.
Spetses is named after the amount of Pine trees growing there. The scents here are produced by the numerous aromatic plants. Access is by ferry from Pireus or car from Kosta - on the Pelopponese.
Agistri and Aegina are closer to Pireus so worth a day trip to sample their characters.
Pelopponese:
The town of Nafplio, the first capital of Greece, is an hours drive over country roads. The ancient citadel perched atop the hill can be walked by the fit and healthy. Nafplio has some good shops.
Epidavros is a must for the visitor. The natural auditorium has to be experienced and it is possible to book seats on the granite slabs to enjoy the entertainers attired as ancient Greeks.
Park your vehicle in the shade in the carpark!
Discover 'real' Greece by hiring a car or motorcycle. The busy town of Tripolis in the middle of the Pelopponese is another hours drive past Nafplio.
10 kms from Galata is Trizina, this well kept village is on the way to Devils Bridge and Hippolytes Sanctuary. On your return call at Nicos Pottery shop and buy one of his unusual products. He speaks good English. You will not regret it!
The area shows its Flora and Fauna, in my opinion, best during May before the days heat up.
The author feels that a motorcycle is the best way to experience Greece.
Athens:
This vibrant city deserves at least an overnight stay to sample its many and varied offerings. Experience and enjoy the ancient attractions and the night life..
Other Activities:
motor-cycling, real Greece, Island hopping
