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Halkidiki at a glance

How can Halkidiki, a sensationally different part of mainland Greece, promise three amazing experiences in one holiday? Because it has a three-legged peninsula that juts into the Aegean Sea creating a wonderful 500-mile coastline and a trio of contrasting opportunities.

Halkidiki has breathtaking scenery, endless sandy beaches, rugged mountains, waterfalls, lakes, charming villages, castles, forests, monasteries and ancient sites.  It also has stylish restaurants with international gourmet cuisine, five-star hotels, friendly tavernas, laid-back beach bars and the clear blue waters of the Aegean Sea. And historic, modern, lively Thessaloniki – Greece’s second-largest city isn’t far away.

Sithonia, the middle of the three legs, has pine-clad hills hiding secluded beaches and quaint villages oozing with old-fashioned Greek charm.

Mount Athos towers over the spiritual eastern leg, home to 20 monasteries and 1,400 monks and is the preserve of the Orthodox Church. Women were banned from going there more than 1,000 years ago, men need permission to visit, but everyone can enjoy seeing its rugged beauty.

Kassandria, the western leg, is so different. Great beaches, some buzzing with watersports, others tucked away in small coves.

Modern resorts such as Sani have a great choice of bars, restaurants, tavernas and shops. Traditional, busy Hanioti has tavernas around its square and a long beach. Atmospheric Afitos is a village with paved streets, stone-houses and a fishing harbour and white sandy beach at the bottom of the hill.

Great places for families and couples, for those who want to chill-out in a holiday hideaway and for those who want adventure. Halkidiki offers an amazing number of activities, all-kinds of watersports plus climbing, biking, riding and off-road driving.

Take a boat trip to enjoy the views or hire a car, take an excursion or catch a bus to discover the true Greek gem that is Halkidiki.

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Where to stay in Halkidiki

Afitos Halkidiki, Greece

Afitos

Offers a beautiful untouched area with the crystal clear blue waters of Toroneos gulf - a world as natural as you will ever find it.

Agia Paraskevi

Agia Paraskevi

Agia Paraskevi, nestled in Halkidiki, is a charming seaside village offering pristine beaches, historical charm, and authentic Greek hospitality. Discover the allure of this coastal gem.

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Gerakini

Offers a coastline of lovely sandy beaches, sunsets to die for, and a friendly warmth among the locals to match the sure sun in summer.

Hanioti Beach Halkidiki, Greece

Hanioti

Hanioti's long strip of sandy beach with clear waters is one of the many Greek beaches to fly the coveted Blue Flag for purity.

Kalithea Halkidiki, Greece

Kalithea

Kalithea meaning 'good view' boasts beautiful sandy beaches and overlooks the crystal waters, out towards the middle peninsula.

Kriopigi Halkidiki, Greece

Kriopigi

The village of Kriopigi offers a selection of shops, bars and tavernas. The nightlife is low key, based around the local tavernas.

Nea Moudania Halkidiki, Greece

Nea Moudania

Nea Moudania holidays are ideal for couples wanting to relax and get away from it all.

Neos Marmarasi Halkidiki, Greece

Neos Marmaras

The area is characterised by an abundance of natural beauties such as evergreen trees, Itamos Mountain and many beautiful sandy beaches

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Nikiti

Visit Nikiti and take a stroll down the winding roads into a prehistoric settlement. Ideal for those who enjoy a cultural adventure.

Ouranoupolis

Ouranoupoli

Founded in the 4th century BC, Ouranoupoli is a beautiful seaside town which many monasteries nearby.

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Paliouri

Paliouri is a beautiful traditional village south of Pefkohori, Kassandra in Halkidiki. The village is not coastal as it is situated amongst pine clad hills. It is a short distance from the beautiful beach Chrouso and is a landmark for young people and familie…

Pefkochori Beach Halkidiki, Greece

Pefkohori

A friendly resort set back in the pine-clad hills with numerous shops, bars and tavernas lining its main road and beach promenade.

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Sani

Set around the harbour and surrounded by luscious green countryside.

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Siviri

Siviri is a smаll village on thе west coast of Kassandra. Although the pоpulatiοn of 500 pеrmаnent residеnts, tоurism has well devеlοped in the rеcent years аnd thе resort оffers еverуthing yοu neеd for seaside hоliday - lοng sаndу bеaсh and vаrious restaurant…

Psakoudia

Psakoudia

Discover Psakoudia on Halkidiki's Sithonia peninsula, a haven with sandy beaches and crystal clear waters. Immerse in Greek hospitality, partake in water sports, and explore cultural gems in this tranquil coastal retreat.

Best Time to Visit Halkidiki

Celebrations come at the double on Halkidiki during July and August, with the Kassandra and Sani festivals of music and arts. Kassandra is set in a 3,500-seater amphitheatre at Siviri, and attracts leading Greek and international musicians, while Sani celebrates the arts on a hillside topped by an eight-metre 16th century tower.

Halkidiki Travel Advice

Bus: Buses are frequent, punctual and cheap although not always air-conditioned. The KTEL Bus service provides local links to numerous towns and villages on the Kassandra peninsular and Halkidiki as a whole, as well as longer distance journeys further inland to Thessaloniki and to the region's administrative capital, Polygyros.

Boat: In the Kassandra peninsular from Nea Moudania, there are speed boat itineraries during the summer to Thessaloniki and the Sporades.

Taxi: Even the smallest of villages in the Halkidiki region generally have one or two taxis, and of course the tourist areas have many more on offer. All taxis are on meter, but it might be a good idea to ask the driver for a rough idea of the price before you set off.

Car: An excellent way of getting around during Halkidiki holidays, car hire gives you complete flexibility as well as the ability to see more of the region.

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