Location: Syros
Top Things to do in Syros
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Syros (/ˈsaɪrɒs, -roʊs/; Greek: Σύρος), or Siros or Syra is a Greek island in the Cyclades, in the Aegean Sea. It is located 78 nautical miles (144 km) south-east of Athens. The area of the island is 83.6 km (32 sq mi) and it has 21,507 inhabitants (2011 census).
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1. Sailing and Walking the Greek islands
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Sail to the most unknown corners of stunning Cyclades Islands such as Kea, Kythnos, Syros and Serifos and walk in the footsteps of the ancients along beautiful trails, in this small group week-long sailing holiday. Choose one of the available departures and sail on top of the range boats which are navigated by qualified skippers eager to share their regional knowledge with you. Whether you’re an experienced sea and land adventurer or it’s your first time, you’ll enjoy a unique, multi-level experience in the Aegean Sea. Connect with like-minded travelers and learn the basics of sailing or simply kick back to bask in the sun whilst enjoying the caresses of the Aegean winds.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation as per itinerary (51 or 56 feet sailing yacht with 5 double or twin bed cabins with en-suite facilities), 7 nights accommodation, Single timed transfer to/from Athens airport to Lavrio port on days 1 and 8, Activities: Guided walking, Sailing, SUP (Stand up paddle board), Breakfast, Lunch, Fuel expenses and port fees, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Professional local guide, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Soft Drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Travel insurance (required), Entrance tickets to cultural places of interest, Miscellaneous expenses souvenirs etc., Gratuities
Reviewed By ahaway
I was part of the mwdance 10 day tour group of 12. The trip was arranged for us according to our specific wishes and requirements. It was a fabulous trip with no hiccups! Thank you Dimitri.
2. Private Greek Cooking Class and Foraging Experience in Syros
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Your culinary experience begins with a walk near Maria’s home where you will learn to identify and gather wild herbs and greens. Depending on the season, you will collect herbs like sage, St. John’s wort and other wild greens. Maria shares her historical and scientific knowledge about the plants, as well as their use in herbal medicine and how to cook them in unexpected combinations. After foraging, return to Maria’s home kitchen and learn how to turn these wild plants and organic cultivated vegetables and legumes, into your meal. This is a hands-on cooking experience and Maria will guide you through the process, sharing cooking techniques, nutritional information and her stories as you cook together. You’ll prepare a unique, traditional Greek meal that is outside the mainstream of Greek food and highlights local cheeses, vegetables, legumes and grains. Traditionally meat was used sparingly so the meal will focus on vegetable-rich dishes that are highlighted with meat.
Inclusions: Private cooking class and foraging experience with your host Maria, Alcoholic Beverages, Private transportation, Southern and central Syros hotel pick-up and drop-off, Transfers only available if you choose the transfers option in your booking
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Reviewed By Julialenc
Great cooking class to prepare at home with locals the food that you cannot find in restaurants. All steps explained. Very positive hosts. Great wine
3. GaySail: Gay Nude Sailing Cruise Mykonos to Athens
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Gay Nude Sailing Cruise along the beautiful Greek Island of of the Cyclades in Greece, starting on the Gay Island of Mykonos and sails you (back) to Athens. Let our Gay skippers guide you over the Greek seas. You can also book this cruise together with the week before and make a two week cruise. Both weeks have a different itinerary. We sail with two luxury sailing yachts, so 22 nude gay guys all together!
Inclusions: Guide
Exclusions: Dinner
4. Cooking class (1-7 days), traditional Greek cuisine, on a Greek island
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Discover the traditional Greek cuisine with a passionate cook using organic, local, seasonal produce to create unique healthy and delicious dishes. Sample wines and cheese from various areas of Greece. Learn secrets and techniques and see how Greeks eat at home. At the end of the class, enjoy a Greek feast in the lovely shaded courtyard and return home able to cook a full Greek meal from scratch! In a multi-day experience, classes will focus on different aspects of the various regional cuisines of Greece. Go on a market tour and sample exquisite local specialities, enjoy a gourmet beach picnic and swim in pristine beaches, explore fishing villages, traditional settlements and local tavernas and learn how to forage wild herbs and greens. Your stay will be at Villa maria, a restored historical listed 19th century mansion, full of old world charm, in the magnificent town of Ermoupolis, capital of Syros, an island with rich history and culture and fascinating culinary tradition.
Inclusions: The experience includes a 4 hour cooking class during which we will prepare 7-8 different dishes, and the meal that will follow the class ( food and drinks).
Exclusions: Private transportation
Reviewed By Ralu C
We had an amazing time in the Kitchen with Elisa. Was a busy day, cooked 7 excellent dishes and got great tips about cooking in general. Elisa is very well organised, no wasted time! In the evening we all relaxed and enjoyed the food paired with wine. Was a very enjoyable experience and will go back for sure!
5. Full-Day Syros Catamaran Cruise with Breakfast
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Come with us for a unique day of sailing around Syros. We will take you to some of the most beautiful bays, beaches, little islands, and genuine villages of Syros Island. Travel in the comfort of our spacious catamaran. Only 9 people per cruise so there is plenty of space to move, lay on deck to tan, chill etc. We will anchor for lunch in a beautiful bay, take you ashore for some genuine greek food served right by the sea. Many swim stops in different bays in places that will amaze you. Let us be a part of creating one of your best and unique vacation memories ever. We We have made special arrangements/plans to keep you safe during the COVID-19 epidemic. We will sanitize the boat frequently, provide masks, and sanitizers.
Inclusions: light breakfast, Alcoholic Beverages, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Stand-up paddle board, All Fees and Taxes, Snacks, Soda/Pop, Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch, Private Transportation (likely the taxi fare is around 10€ and by bus 1,70€)
Reviewed By hannasinger
We stayed a whole week on the boat and it never got boring. We sailed around several Greek islands and it was so much fun! Even though we were a lot of people on the boat, there still was a good amount of privacy :) Toby was such a great skipper! While we were in Greece there was a hurricane. Even though most people wanted to explore and venture out, Toby never took unnecessary risks and yet still managed to give us the adventure we wanted. I felt very safe 100% of the time. Thanks for an unforgettable time!
6. 7-Day Luxury Catamaran Tour from Athens to 5 Greek Islands
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 16 reviews
Free route selection below: 1. Route Mykonos: Athens - Sounion - Kea - Syros - Mykonos - Kythnos - Athens 2. Route Milos: Athens - Sounion - Kythnos - Milos - Kleftiko - Kimolos - Serifos - Kolona - Athens 3. Route Saronic: Athens - Poros - Spetses - Hydra - Ermioni - Aegina - Athens. Exploring the Greek islands on a sailing yacht is a unique and unforgettable experience. Sailing is relaxing and will make you forget your everyday routine from the first moment. Far from roads, cars, pedestrians and traffic lights you will be able to feel the nature of the Aegean sea, the deep blue colours under the bright sun, you will swim in lonely bays, visit traditional fishing villages, explore caves and shipwrecks. You will be surprised to notice that on most of these islands was a civilization 5000 years ago, which created interesting monuments on the land or under the sea. Our skippers have sailed in these waters numerus times and are able to guide you to the secret treasures of our country.
Inclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, Stand up paddleboard
Exclusions: You can select to order a list of products and have them on Board. This can be water, drinks, anything needed for breakfast or lunch. They will be delivered at the market price without extra cost., Diesel around 250 - 400 EUR per week for all guests - not per person, Port fees around 25 EUR per day for all guests not per person., We usually have dinner at a tavern on the island where we overnight. You have also the possibility to cook on Board and avoid this cost if you prefer., The skipper is using your provisions for his meals and / or is invited at the taverns.
Reviewed By faust_dan
We literally had a dream week with Sailing Blue and Periklis Gkikas with an almost brand new Lagoon 450F catamaran from August 1 to 7, 2020 departing and returning to Milos, Greece. When you go with small children and people who have little sailing experience and have few days of holidays each year, you really have to find the right person, the one who will make sure you are constantly sailing safe and who will do everything to make your week as enjoyable as possible. However, given the multitude of yacht charter offers with a skipper, it is a bit of a lottery to find the right person. For my part, I met Periklis Gkikas at the 2019 boat show in Paris. From the start, I appreciated his seriousness and professionalism. Unlike others, he was very clear on what we could do in 1 week from Milos and offered us several options (departure port, routes, etc.). He didn't try to "oversell" what might happen during our stay. We were even able to discuss together the possible thorny points of a stay in August, namely the meltem (north wind) which can blow very strongly in August and also the question of mooring in the port which can be complicated due to the crowds in August (which was not really the case this last summer because of the travel restrictions due to the covid19 pandemic). During the 1st lockdown, we stayed in contact with Periklis and he kept us constantly informed of the modalities for entering Greece during the pandemic. On the 1st day, Periklis was early so we could join him earlier on the catamaran at the port of Milos. The refueling done, we were able to leave for a dream week where Periklis was able, every day of the week, to maximize between our desires to visit such and such a place or to stop to swim and enjoy the sea, the weather of the day and the time available to us. In addition, we did not have to do any wild mooring because Periklis found us a safe place in a port every evening. Very important also, Periklis did not stop worrying about our comfort throughout the week and therefore made an effort to steer the catamaran with calm and discernment, avoiding the constant changes of course and tackings unnecessary. This is extremely enjoyable, especially for people with little sailing experience on board, for children. At no time during the week did we feel at risk. Safety, comfort on board and seriousness are the fundamental and real values of Sailing Blue and Periklis Gkikas. Our week of catamaran in the Cyclades has been idyllic and we look forward to leaving with Sailing Blue and Periklis to continue to visit Greece, this magnificent destination which we fell in love with.
7. 4 Nights in the Greek Islands from Athens: Santorini, Mykonos and Syros
Overall Ratings
3.2 based on 22 reviews
Go island hopping in Greece on an unforgettable 5-day independent tour from Athens, taking in the islands of Syros, Mykonos and Santorini. In between ferry cruises from one island to the next, enjoy free time to soak up the islands’ seductive scenery: lazing on beaches, exploring whitewashed towns and basking under the blazing sun – sunglasses are a necessity in this part of Greece, not just a fashion statement. Enjoy 3- or 5-star hotel accommodation on the islands, with overnight stays in Syros and Mykonos, followed by two nights in romantic Santorini.
Inclusions: 4 nights of 3- or 5-star hotel accommodation (depending on option selected), Catamaran or ferry transport between islands, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Free brochure guide
Exclusions: Local guide, Transportation on the islands, Activities or excursions on the islands, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By Manuela L
Kos reached probably it's peak during the Roman and Hellinistic Period, and became a center of shops and commerce and a great port. Some fabulous villas with mosaics floors is a nice discover in the ancient Agora; If you visit the nice mountain Dikaios, ca. (847 m) , and the charming village Zia is very close to the mountain; a very romantic village with small narrow streets, many little shops, or visit the Monastery of Spondi; the panoramic views of the whole of Kos or also see the wonderful sunset from Zia, will be a super experience.
8. BOARDING A CABIN IN THE CYCLADES AND MYKONOS ON A LUXURY YACHT WITH A CHEF
Cyclades: Kytnos, Syros, Mykonos, and Serifos The Cyclades: breathtaking landscapes, cobalt blue sea and a culture as refined as the architecture of the magnificent chora, the villages perched on the islands that reserve incredible views and contain all the beauty of this archipelago that makes travelers and sailors dream. but full of emotions. Kytnos: quiet and peaceful, kissed by a beautiful sea and rich in thermal springs and villages full of light and tradition Syros: unlike any other, a living and bewitching city in the middle of the sea! Neoclassical and maritime, Syros, the headquarters of the University of the Aegean is the cultural capital of the Cyclades. Mykonos: glamor, endless nights and a lot of style. This island can also become a solitary and romantic as soon as you move away from the bustle of the center. Serifos: the most spectacular Chora of the whole Aegean, wild and beautiful, off the beaten path an island that offers breathtaking views to those who want to stop and discover it!
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch
Exclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Landing and facility fees, expenses for food, board, port, fuel for € .250 per person x week
Reviewed By keelea326
My husband and I planned our honeymoon in Sept. 2018 as a few days in Athens, then taking a bus to the Temple of Poseidon in Sounio for an afternoon and onward to a marina where we met Luciana and Renato. They gave us a warm welcome of Prosecco and conversation with the other passengers, one woman traveling alone and two friends traveling together. Luciana and Renato offered us a free upgrade to the master suite, which had a huge bed, en suite bathroom, and 'skylight' that opened for extra air flow. With the tides/winds/storms for the week, Renato our expert captain navigated us to the Saronic islands, which was beautiful smooth sailing to places like Hydra, Aegina, Poros, and so many other amazing bays and ports! The typical schedule was waking to jazz to let us know breakfast was ready (fresh fruit, yogurt, pastries, etc.), finding a quiet bay/alcove to swim, eating a home-cooked meal deliciously made with love by Luciana on the boat (often fish or kebab with salad or potatoes - always something fresh and flavorful!), then off to the next port to explore and have dinner on land (apart or together), and back to the boat to sleep for the night. Luciana and Renato gave great recommendations for the various ports, and we loved that the places we went had stuff to explore but weren't overwhelmed with tourists -- they were very local spots. We even encountered a pistachio festival! We saw dolphins several times and even swam alongside our boat for several minutes (literally, next to us -- we could touch them). September was a great time to go as far as ports not being crowded, temperature not to humid, water not too cold. We only had one rough sail briefly where we kind of had to hunker down, but no one got sick or tossed overboard since Renato minimized our wind exposure when we could get between islands. My husband is a sailor, so he got to help with the boat a bit, but it's not necessary for the excursion as Luciana and Renato are expert Captain and First Mate. It was a very, very special honeymoon that we will remember always and hope to replicate in the future! I cannot recommend this type of trip, and specifically the hospitality of Luciana and Renato, enough!!!
9. Vacation Photographer in Syros
Localgrapher is the largest network of professional photographers and videographers with more than 600 destinations around the globe! Book your private photographer and guide in Syros to capture your picture-perfect moments while visiting amazing sites! SOLO TRAVELERS Fancy an insta-perfect photoshoot from your Syros vacation? Localgrapher has years of experience with fashion and solo travel photography! Make your memories last a lifetime and share them on social media or display them in your home to receive an avalanche of compliments. COUPLES If you are about to propose to your loved one, honeymooning or just exploring what Syros has to offer, put the selfie stick aside and let Localgrapher’s superb photographers take care of the photos for you both. FAMILIES & GROUPS A family trip, wedding, bachelorette party or grand get-together? Forget missing someone from pictures, we’ll capture them all!
Inclusions: A photo session for your party only, The best locations, outfits and other recommendations, Receive edited HD pictures within 4 work days, 100% money back satisfaction guarantee
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Reviewed By just_gavin_here
We booked a Localgrapher for a couples shoot in Arizona. The results were okay at best, and we regretted not seeking out an established local in the area. For the price, we received 60 very average choices and the ability to select 35 shots. We couldn’t even find 35 framed correctly. The localgrapher website is also a joke which requires a youtube video to figure out. The UI is terrible and the photos will disappear rapidly so do not wait to download (set aside a couple hours - that’s how bad it is). But really, just avoid. Hire someone directly.
10. Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Syros
Want to capture your amazing honeymoon? Family vacation while the kids are still little? Your perfect couples retreat from everyday busy life? A solo trip without asking strangers to take pictures of you? Stop searching, we got you here! We are the largest network of local vacation photographers in the world! Besides Syros, we operate in over 700 destinations worldwide! We always make sure that every special moment of each client is captured well. We believe in our service and quality of our photos so much that we even offer a 100% money back satisfaction guarantee for your photo shoot. Which means, if you don’t like the result of your photo shoot, you can contact us within 7 days and claim your money back! So what are you waiting for? Become one of our hundreds of happy customers by treating yourself to this special experience! Your family and friends will love the result too!
Inclusions: 100% money back satisfaction guarantee, The best locations, outfits and other recommendations, A photo session for your party only, Receive edited HD pictures within 4 work days
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Reviewed By just_gavin_here
We booked a Localgrapher for a couples shoot in Arizona. The results were okay at best, and we regretted not seeking out an established local in the area. For the price, we received 60 very average choices and the ability to select 35 shots. We couldn’t even find 35 framed correctly. The localgrapher website is also a joke which requires a youtube video to figure out. The UI is terrible and the photos will disappear rapidly so do not wait to download (set aside a couple hours - that’s how bad it is). But really, just avoid. Hire someone directly.
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