Thasos offers hiking and water sports activities making it ideal for alternative holidays

Thasos a lush island with green landscapes and the most beautiful beaches.

It is located opposite the mainland town of Kavala in Northern Greece. The destination is particularly popular between families and hikers as well as anyone who enjoys nature.

There is a coastal road that can take you around the island by car or bicycle. The itinerary is dreamy as you can enjoy the view of pines and olive trees as well as the sea. There is a network of hiking trails within forests of pine, oak, plane and fir that will take you to the most stunning and natural scenery. You can also undertake motocross and quad bike driving for the more adventurous types.

Snorkeling and other water sports like surfing and skiing are for those that love the water element. The beaches of Thasos are sandy and ideal for families, particularly the beach called Skala Panagias with its golden sand and shallow water. The island is well known to ornithologists as there are plenty of wild species that are inhabiting it. It also has a volunteer work program that is looking after the population of birds.

The annual summer festival of Kavala and Thasos hosts plays, performances and concerts. The representation of the Thassitic Wedding is a perfect event to attend for those interested to know more about wedding traditions from ancient Greece.