A hidden gem of Greece
Karpathos
A beautiful gem of Greece: Karpathos is an amazing island, where great beaches, charming villages and old traditions can be discovered on a holiday.
This ancient land between Crete and Rhodes is known as one of the best kept secrets in Greece, which combines wild landscapes with ancient traditions, charming settlements and a lot of hidden gems.
Keep in mind that you can travel to Karpathos island by domestic flights from Greece and international flights from several countries of Europe, and this tiny island can be reached by ferries also.
Visit Karpathos, and fall in love with this tiny Dodecanese island!
About Karpathos Island
There are a lof of informations, which you should know about Karpathos island (Κάρπαθος in Greek language) before travelling. Learn where to find and how to get there, and what are the highlights of this exceptional place.
Meet the the basics: know more about location, geography, population and the local traditions, so everything that matters.
Beaches
Crystal clear waters and incredible blue colours of the Aegean Sea define Karpathos beaches, which belong to the top places of Greece.
The beaches of Karpathos are extremely varied, where travellers can find their favourites: there can be find family friendly, sandy beaches for children and there are also a lot of gems for snorkeling and diving.
You can discover beautiful places such as the famous Apella beach or the picturesque Kyra Panagia beach, or the best beaches of Lefkos or Amoopi.
Sights and attractions
An island, where discovering the best attractions is a great adventure. By visiting Karpathos sights you can see breathtaking natural scenery, tiny churches and chapels, with anciant historical sights and monuments.
There are a lot of great places which definitely worth a visit in Karpathos for a sightseeing, such as historical monuments, ancient towns. Read this detailed travel guide for top sights and hidden gems, and don’t forget to visit on your holiday!
Villages
The villages of Karpathos are unique and beautiful, where you can find popular tourist resorts, small fishing villages and mountain settlements.
Most of the local villages have calm and peaceful atmospheres, even the most popular resorts are ideal for a relaxing holiday. Take a sightseeing tour in the interesting capital Pigadia, the living folklore museum of Olymbos (Olympos) with ancient history and old traditions, or the beloved coastal resorts of Kato Lefkos or Amoopi.
Weather
Informations which you should know about the weather of Karpathos island by months.
True mediterranean, characterized by hot June, July and August with mild winters. Karpathos weather is quite similar to other southern islands in Greece, but there are some things which are good to know. The winds of Karpathos can be strong sometimes due to Meltemi (Etesian) wind, which blow over the Aegean Sea.
Let’s see what you should know about the weather, wind information and statistics…
Why travel to Karpathos
There are a lot of amazing islands in Greece, which are always great to visit in 2023, but Karpathos island is definitely one of the best destinations of the year.
If you are looking for the best holiday in Greece, Karpathos island is always a top choice. This island is never so owercrowded as other popular places in the Mediterranean, so if you like unharmed beauty, you will like it!
Airport
About Karpathos Airport, before you visit this island: flights, airlines and the history of the airport.
Windsurf
A special place for special people: enjoy the best windsurf and kitesurf capabilities.
In Greece Karpathos windsurf is famous for its unique wind conditions, because the special winds of the island offer a lof of options.
Where to stay
Before travelling to Karpathos, it’s important to check the local accommodations, and reading reviews. The apartments and hotels of the villages offer wide range of accommodation options, from the budget rooms up to the best hotels and villas.
Take a look to the local apartments, compare the prices and book your favourite.
Karpathos Travel guide for 2023
Read the articles of our Karpathosinfo Travel Guide and get to know more informations about this charming island. The photos and the detailed descriptions help you by sightseeing, by planning a holiday or before you book an accommodation.
Karpathos best beaches for 2023
An amazing island in Greece, where a lot of great beaches can be find: Karpathos best beaches are breathtaking places. These gems are voted often as the most beautiful beaches…
Boat trips
One of the best activities in Karpathos island are the boat trips, which depart from the main ports of the island in the morning hours. Daily boat trips and excursions…
Amoopi hotels, apartments, studios 2023
Know the recommended accommodation options among Amoopi hotels and apartments in 2023! Ammopi (Lakki) is a lovely coastal resort in Karpathos island Greece, just a few kilometers away from Pigadia….
Archaeological Museum of Karpathos
The Archeological Museum of Karpathos (Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο Καρπάθου) is a small, but important museum in Pigadia, with an interesting collection of ancient artifacts. Where to find the Archeological Museum in…
Kyra Panagia Church
The church of Kyra Panagia (Παρεκκλήσι Κυράς Παναγίας) is a charming church built on a cliff, which offers amazing views to the beach of the surroundings. The views are so…
Lefkos beach
Lefkos beach is one of the most picturesque beaches in Karpathos, which is family friendly and especially recommended for children. The colours of Lefkos beach (you can find as Παραλία…
Kastelia beach
Kastelia beach is one of the most interesting beaches of Karpathos in Amoopi village, located on the east coast of the island,because is especially recommended for snorkel. The beach has…
Karpathos bus station (Pigadia)
The main bus station of Karpathos island is located in Pigadia, near the central area of the town. Pigadia bus station is responsible for the all of the island’s bus…
Olymbos apartments, hotels 2023
In Karpathos island Olymbos, or Olympos is a living folklore museum with charming views and old traditions. This village is a very special place not just in the island, but…