Amorgos, the easternmost island of the Cyclades. A proud land in the middle of the sea, crowned by crystal clear waters. A unique, authentic place that enchants the visitor by revealing its eternal secrets. Imposing mountains, charming beaches, well-maintained paths, picturesque villages, local flavours, colourful festivals and history that goes back centuries are the ingredients that will guarantee you an unforgettable journey in space and time.
Dive into the endless blue
The unique colour of the sea that frames the impressive coastline invites the visitor to dive in and discover a parallel world hidden on the seabed. Sandy beaches, ideal for families and canoe trips, alternate with rocky shores, where the wild landscape will satisfy the most adventurous swimmers. Free and autonomous diving in selected parts of the island justifies the reputation of the magnificent Deep Blue, as celebrated in the film of the same name by Luc Besson.
Tour in Nature
A unique blend of nature and culture, the paths of Amorgos are the living tissue of its long history. Well-maintained, as they still serve people and animals, the island’s trails are an excellent way to experience the beauty and feel the pulse of the place. Crossing areas of stunning beauty, from the wild slopes with the unique view of the Aegean Sea to the lacy terraces of the fields, the visitor discovers rural monuments, unique plants and a way of life that unchangingly follows the seasons.
Tastes of Amorgos
Discover the tasty secrets of the island, where the local production and the passion of the Amorgians are transformed into unique recipes. Don’t miss to try the “patatato”, the basic ingredient of every local festival, but also the pasteli and the xerotigana offered on festive occasions. A point of reference and pride of the locals, the local products of Amorgos will surprise you with their freshness and deliciousness, giving an authentic part of the life of the place.
Where tradition stays alive
Amorgos remains an island where centuries of tradition continues to define everyday life and the course of time. The change of seasons, festivals, the rhythms of nature and the long adaptation of man to them still define the work and habits of the Amorgians.
During your tour of the island, you will see farmers working with traditional methods, taste bread baked in a traditional wood-fired oven, listen to stories from the oldest storytellers and experience the daily life of the café. In the traditional festivals that are celebrated throughout the year, you can share unique moments with the locals, taste the festive dishes, dance and feel part of Amorgos.
In the footsteps of the past
From the emblematic millennium-old Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, to the ancient Towers and the humble rural monuments, the tour of Amorgos will reveal thousands of years of history. Get to know the antiquities of the island, through the archaeological sites and the archaeological collection of Chora; the metochia, the churches and the chapels, heritage of the long Byzantine period; the local tradition, the arts and production, in the folklore museum; and the rural monuments of the countryside, the springs and the “chtias”, witnesses of the continuous, tireless human toil.
Ride in the villages
Travel through time, colour and history through the picturesque alleys of the villages of Amorgos. Bright freshly painted windows, old doors, whitewashed walls, traditional Cycladic houses, numerous bell towers, small churches, windmills, squares, courtyards, flowers, aromas. The villages of Amorgos retain unchanged their Aegean character and a stroll through their narrow streets will fascinate you. Sample authentic flavours in their restaurants, cafes and bars, buy unique products and ornate objects or simply lose yourself in the winding cobbled streets.
Amorgos in a different way
Spring and Autumn
Get to know Amorgos during the most beautiful seasons of the year! The spectacular spring palette of Amorgian nature, as well as the agricultural work of autumn, will reveal a place rich, authentic and open-hearted. Come and celebrate Easter, the customs and traditions of Carnival, the harvest and the harvesting of the olive trees. Immerse yourself in the colours, aromas and flavours of the Aegean and create unforgettable memories by getting to know the authentic side of Amorgos.
