Hydra Island Full Day Trip From Nafplio with Swimming

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Hydra Island Full Day Trip From Nafplio with Swimming

Price from
€39
Duration
10 h
Group size
Up to 15 travellers
Guide languages
English

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Overview

Enjoy a full-day escape from Nafplio to the elegant island of Hydra. Walk through historic stone alleys, swim at Vlichos Beach, and experience the island’s unique charm—beloved by artists and celebrities.

• Visit Hydra, the elegant island loved by artists and celebrities

• Guided walk through Hydra’s historic town and stone alleys

• Swim in crystal-clear waters at Spilia and Vlichos Beach

• Discover Hydra’s rich maritime history and noble mansions

• Enjoy free time for seaside dining, shopping, and relaxation

What's included

Digital Hydra travel guide with tips, links, beaches, attractions, and shopping suggestions
Swimming at the beach of your choice in Hydra’s crystal-clear waters
Around 5 hours of free time on the island
Guided city tour exploring historical landmarks
Luxury, air-conditioned coach with onboard Wi‑Fi
Guided all day by an expert archaeologist

Not included

Sea taxi tickets: 20€ (5€ pre-booking & service fee + 15€ sea taxi fare) - paid to the tour operator
Lunch, personal expenses, sunbeds & umbrellas

What you will do

Hydra Town
Discover the timeless charm of Hydra on a full-day island escape from Nafplio. Travel by comfortable air-conditioned coach through the scenic landscapes of the Argolis region before reaching Metohi, where you will board a ferry for a short crossing to the island.
Upon arrival, join a guided walking tour of Hydra Town and explore its elegant captains’ mansions, narrow stone streets, and picturesque harbor. Learn about the island’s rich maritime heritage and its important role in the Greek War of Independence, while enjoying a tasting of the traditional almond sweets known as amygdalota.
Hydra’s unique car-free atmosphere and beautifully preserved architecture create a setting unlike anywhere else in Greece.
1 h 30 min
Hydra
After the guided tour, enjoy ample free time to experience the island at your own pace. Swim in crystal-clear waters, relax at a waterfront café, browse local boutiques, or savor fresh seafood and local specialties by the sea.
In the late afternoon, return by sea taxi to Metohi and relax during the scenic drive back to Nafplio. Combining history, culture, natural beauty, and leisure, this carefully designed experience offers the perfect introduction to one of Greece’s most enchanting islands, with plenty of free time to explore, relax, and enjoy Hydra at a comfortable, unhurried pace.
3 h 30 min

Meeting point

Please meet us at the Greek Independence French Philhellenes Memorial. Our trip attendant will be waiting for you at the meeting point. Kindly arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

End point: Please meet us at the Greek Independence French Philhellenes Memorial. Our trip attendant will be waiting for you at the meeting point. Kindly arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

Important information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The sea taxi fee is a mandatory additional cost required for the execution of the itinerary and is collected directly by us on the day of the tour due to local operational conditions.