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greek islands
1 Sep. - 10 Sep. 2026
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gay round trip | Culture & Experience | 10 DAYS | 6 - 16 Gays
What Awaits You
The Greek islands at their finest: Naxos, Ios, Mykonos, and Santorini – white alleys, blue domes, and beaches glowing in Aegean light. This gay island-hopping journey blends lazy swims, taverna lunches, panoramic sunsets, and a speedboat adventure to hidden coves. All with plenty of time to slow down, soak it in, and live the island rhythm. These and many more highlights are waiting for you:
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Ten days of island hopping across the Aegean – Athens to Naxos, Ios, Mykonos, and Santorini
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Mykonos & Santorini: Greece at its boldest and most breathtaking
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Naxos: Wide beaches, rugged landscapes, and mountain villages with everyday island life
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Ios: Slow summer days, hidden coves, and sunsets that stop you in your tracks
Why The Cyclades
The Cyclades are where mountain meets sea, where whitewashed villages spill into deep-blue bays, and where time slows into a calm, steady island rhythm. For gay travellers, this region offers something rare: beauty without pretence. Days unfold between hidden coves, lazy swims, sun-warmed stone, and the quiet pleasure of sitting at a taverna as the light shifts over the Aegean.
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The islands are known for their easy openness. Mykonos has long been a cornerstone of gay travel, but places like Ios and Naxos offer a different kind of welcome - genuine, relaxed, and unforced. The energy is easy and natural here. The Cycladic way of hospitality is built on warmth, laughter, and shared tables, and it extends effortlessly to LGBTQ+ travellers. It’s the kind of place where men can relax into themselves, without effort.
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And then there is the landscape itself: rugged hills, terraced villages, boat-access beaches, hikes with wide sea views, and sunsets that turn the horizon to gold.
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Early September is one of the most rewarding times to travel in the Cyclades. The Aegean Sea is at its warmest after the long summer, the days are still sunny, and the heat is comfortable rather than intense. The islands feel more relaxed than in peak season - restaurants, ferries, and beaches are lively but not crowded. It’s the perfect balance of summer energy and breathing room.
Travel Package
Transfers
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Excursions by comfortable local coach
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Ferry trips according to the itinerary
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9 nights in a shared or single room in small, welcoming hotels
​Meals
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9x breakfast, 2x dinner
Carefree travel package
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Various excursions and activities according to the itinerary
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English-speaking tour guide (except on day 10)
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COâ‚‚ compensation - carbon-neutral travel
Detailed travel itinerary
SHARE a room
EUR 2459,-
≈ USD 2840* | ≈ GBP 2126*
Have a room ALL TO YOURSELF
EUR 2739,-
≈ USD 3164* | ≈ GBP 2368*
* The USD and GBP prices quoted are approximate conversions of the binding EUR price. The actual USD / GBP amount will vary depending on the conversion rate of the payment service provider on the date of payment.
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martin
Your Guys.travel insider
The Cyclades
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"The Cyclades are where timeless beauty meets sunlit villages, winding alleys, and the endless blue of the Aegean. Every sunset feels magical, every seaside taverna offers a taste of local life, and the islands’ relaxed rhythm reminds you why Greece has captivated travelers for centuries."
your itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Greece: You’ll arrive in Athens in your own time. Head to the hotel - the metro is an easy and affordable way to get there. If you’re here early, take a first walk through the city: narrow alleyways and tiny shops, old blends with new, and the Acropolis watching over it all. In the evening, your guide will show you some of the best local spots - a relaxed introduction to Athens and the other guys. Rooftop views, neighbourhood favourites, and a taste of the city’s rhythm. You’ll end the night in the Gazi district, the heart of Athens’ gay nightlife, and toast to the adventure ahead.
Day 2
Call of the Cyclades: Rise and shine - today you’ll catch the first ferry from the Port of Piraeus. You’ll settle in on deck with a frappé from the bar and watch the first Cycladic islands appear on the horizon. First stop Naxos, the largest of the Cyclades. Your luggage will be taken to the hotel, and you'll head straight into the bustle of the harbour: a stroll along the promenade into the narrow alleyways of the old town. The higher you climb the castle hill, the quieter it becomes - and from time to time, the deep blue of the Aegean flashes between the whitewashed houses. In the evening, you’ll sit down in a taverna for freshly grilled dishes, Greek salad and a glass of local wine. Later, we’ll wander along the Paralia promenade to enjoy live music, a starry sky, and that unmistakable Greek zest for life. Island mood: activated.
Day 3
Two Sisters of the Cyclades: Today your guide will take you island hopping to two very different “sisters” of the Cyclades - Delos and Mykonos. One is uninhabited, sacred, and full of archaeological treasures; the other is a living postcard of whitewashed houses, boutique cafés, and Aegean glamour. We’ll step ashore on Delos, once the spiritual centre of the ancient Aegean world. Ruins of temples, carved lions, and sun-bleached stones tell stories of gods, traders, and travellers who crossed these waters long before us. Then it’s onward to Mykonos - bright, bold, and legendary. Here, narrow lanes open onto stylish squares, windmills crown the skyline, and the sea sparkles like stage lighting. A day of contrast: ancient silence and island glamour - both framed by the endless blue of the Aegean.
DAY 4
Road, ridge and sea: Rugged mountains, fertile valleys and white-sand beaches – today you’ll cross Naxos from the highlands to the sea. Winding road, panoramic view - and again. Hairpin bends and sweeping horizons carry you deep into the island. You’ll stop in Apiranthos, a mountain village far from the beaches and seemingly untouched by time. After a final short ride to Komiaki, you’ll shoulder your daypacks and begin your panoramic hike down toward the coast. For three hours, the path opens to the open sea, that endless Aegean blue pulling your gaze outward again and again. You’ll cool off at the beach of Apollonas, where the water waits like a reward. Before you return along the coastal road, you’ll stop at the Kouros of Apollonas - a 10-metre-long marble colossus, unfinished, resting in the hillside for 2,500 years. What stories could this ancient giant tell? In the evening, your guide will prepare a beach picnic on Naxos- the perfect ending to a day of discovery on your gay island-hopping adventure.
DAY 5
The rhythm of Ios: You’ll board the ferry in the morning, and in just under an hour you’ll arrive in Ios. You’ll be welcomed by the harbour, dotted with yachts, a sandy bay, and a whitewashed Orthodox church perched on the rocks. During the day, Ios’s Chora shows its romantic, almost sleepy side. A seat in a taverna, a patch of shade, and a Greek coffee - that’s the rhythm here. In the late afternoon, you’ll make your way up to Panagia Gremiotissa Church - the landmark of Ios and one of the island’s most beautiful sunset viewpoints. And then, the shift - as night falls, Ios changes tempo. The rooftop bars, cafés and tavernas come alive, and the Chora becomes a small-world playground of music, laughter and open-hearted summer nights - one of the most welcoming party scenes in gay island travel.
Day 6
Hike, swim, repeat: A long night in Chora? No problem - you won’t head out until around noon. A quick stop at the village supermarket for picnic supplies, trekking shoes laced, daypacks stocked - and you’re ready. First stop: Manganari Beach, where powder-soft sand and turquoise water make the midday heat disappear. You’ll cool off, stretch out, breathe, and reset. Then you’ll hit the trail. The path winds steadily downhill to the Odysseas Elytis Amphitheatre, dramatically perched above the town, before continuing toward the harbour of Chora. The two-hour hike is worth every step - the reward is a wide-open panorama: terraced hills, the Aegean, and the circle of Cycladic islands scattered around us. Sun, movement, the body in motion, and good company - this is gay island travel at its most natural.
Day 7
Santorini - the Icon: You’ll board the boat to Santorini this morning. Even with a few cruise ships in the bay, the island still outshines every postcard cliché. White houses spilling down volcanic cliffs, the sea a deep ink-blue below - Santorini is pure drama in sunlight. High on the caldera rim lies Fira, the island’s capital. You’ll take your time here: walk the narrow paths along the edge, feel the drop of the crater at your feet, and look out across the vast, open Aegean. A coffee, a cold drink, a moment to just stand still and take it all in - this is Santorini’s real luxury. Later in the afternoon, you’ll take the ferry back to Ios, watching the island fall behind you, the sky turning gold.
Day 8
On, above and below the sea: Today you’ll take it easy - sleep in, enjoy a slow breakfast, and let the island rhythm settle in after the last nights out in Ios. In the afternoon, you’ll head out on a speedboat to explore the hidden coastline of the island. Caribbean-blue coves, secret sea caves and quiet beaches - places you can only reach from the water. On board, the pace is simple: sun, salt, laughter, good company. You’ll snorkel in clear water, float, stretch out, doze, and daydream. You’ll return to land as the afternoon light softens, and make your way to the Odysseas Elytis Amphitheatre, overlooking the island and the sea. It’s one of the best places on Ios to watch the sunset - a wide horizon, warm stone beneath you, and the Aegean stretching out below. A drink in hand, good company around you, the sky turning gold - a perfect end to the day.
Day 9
Back to the city: In the morning, you’ll board the ferry back toward the mainland - the Aegean breeze on your skin one last time. A few hours of sun, sea, and that familiar, easy island rhythm. Time to stretch out, daydream, and let the memories settle. After about seven hours, your ship will dock in Piraeus. Back in Athens, your guide will say goodbye - but not before sharing one last insider tip for the evening: head up to Philopappos Hill. From here, Athens stretches out below and the Acropolis glows in the evening light. It’s a quiet, steady view - a moment to take in where you’ve been, what you’ve seen, and the days shared together.
Day 10
Farewell to the Aegean: Your time in the Cyclades comes to a close today. Make your way to the airport at your own pace for your individual journey home - or linger in Athens if the city calls you to stay a little longer. The end of one gay island adventure, and the beginning of whatever comes next.
hotels
On this tour, you’ll stay in small, welcoming hotels that reflect the relaxed island pace. In Athens, the Arion Hotel offers a central base near lively cafés and a rooftop terrace with Acropolis views. On Naxos, Annita’s Village Hotel provides a family-run atmosphere, a pool, and the beach within walking distance. On Ios, the Poseidon Hotel puts you close to both the harbour and Chora, with the island’s sunlit rhythm at your doorstep.
Annita's Village Hotel | 3 stars | Naxos
Arion Hotel | 3 stars | Athens
Hotel Poseidon | 2 stars | Ios
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