The guide for September 2024 from mySamos Sometimes people try to figure out which is the best time to visit the island of Samos. But there is no such answer as Samos has different views at different times. September for example seems the ideal month for lots of people, making it the second most popular month of the year. The setting gets more quiet, the sun is not so hot, the seas are mostly calm and have been warmed the past three months. September is a great time to visit Samos. So get your car or motor bike and enjoy this time. Below we share mySamos guide ideas to explore places and taste the beauty of the island. Starting from Karlovasi, in September it is a wonderful idea to visit the wineries of the Union and Vakakis. The time of trygos has ended and now the work of the vines must starts to give us later the excellent Samos wines. Besides the tour at the wineries, Potami beach gets calm from the Augusts wild waves and the Potami Waterfalls path is a good idea, for those who like some adventure. Don’t miss Archodissa before you start your journey to the big waterfall. Nature is inviting and the temperature is ideal. The market of Karlovasi and the city center are a choice for a stop while the port remains attractive for a drink in Charisma or a dinner at Kritamo. The ships from Piraeus and Turkey still dock on a daily basis bringing new travelers who will enjoy the island this month. When you seek fresh fish, do not forget the Psarades (Fishermen) tavern, in Kontakaiika and if you want a real village experience, visit Konteika square, Platanos or Lekka; traditions’s taste is the best. Once in Kokkari, you love it forever.   Moving to Agios Konstantinos village, first check the upper part of the old village. A quick stroll is a deep dive in the originality of the old villages of the island. Then on the seaside of Agios, Balconi is there for your brunch or coffee, Aiolos for the fresh fish and the unique servings of seafood, while Fevgatos tavern is there for the traditional grill choices. Walk the village, talk to the fishermen and leave following the way to Manolates. A stop in Valeontades in Ithaki restaurant is a must. Either to taste something or to reserve for another time. Then “get lost” in the platans and vast green surrounding as you drive to Manolates. Four kilometers of beauty. This is the heart of Samos. In Manolates walk, walk and walk. Visit the village’s museum shop and meet interesting local people and why not stop for a coffee, drink or lunch in Despina or Kallisti. Vourliotes, Ambelos and Stavrinides are also ideal to visit during September in Samos. Bu the destination you’d better not leave out of your list of cjoices is for sure METAXA LIKNON. This place is a unique experience. Taste the original Greek spirit, take the tour of how vineyard are cultivated and end up relaxing with on of the best views around the whole island. Bookings here. What else? Vathy – Samos town. Yes, the capital city. Shopping, the 3rd largest port of Greece with a long promenade, the Wine Museum of the island, the Mayor’s house and the National Garden, the Archaeological Museum and the central Pythagoras square. The list gets bigger. Take a coffee at My House, eat a home made pie at Fyllo Fyllo, take the way to upper town (Pano Vathy) to Ourania’s tavern for the original cookings and then wait for the next day to see more around the city! A day should be also spent in Pythagorio. The cosmopolitan village that was the ancient capital of the island, the place that took its name to honor the philosopher Pythagoras (Pitagoras), is the center for all the visitors and travellers. We could have started this article from here but no matter what you talk about Samos, Pythagorion is always the most attractive place and you don’t miss it! The archaeological museum together with the castle of Logothetis are the main attractions but don’t limit your tour in these two. Visit the Efpalinion tunnel, it is a miracle of antiquity and next to it, go to Spiliani Monastery, to see the cave and of course the view of Pythagorio from above. The shopping street has from handmade wooden pens made here in Samos (PENSART) to pieces of Greek artists (KALLISTI) and of course lots of other activities to do, things to see, etc, etc. Fishing Trips is a good idea that combines a boat trip to beautiful close destinations with fishing and a grill menu on the boat! After you do so many things around, check the list to eat and drink. Long list but really with mySamos selections. FAROS for fish. CENA for excellent mediterranean cuisine. ELIA for a guaranteed meal. AFRODITE for the famous chef’s cookings. ENHORIO for the place and the real Samian tastes. IRODION for the garden setting. Ice creams, cocktails, PERGAMONTO, Π2 and many others are good to know while TWO SPOONS is the most famous place when we talk about sugar and sweets. Pythagoras village, main street.   Before you plan your next moves, consider e-Thagorion, the e-bike choice that will offer a different view around the village. Easily rent a bike and explore Potokaki beach, Chora, Ireon or any other place. The battery lasts enough to relax you but if you are a real athlete, combine your strength to count greater distances. Beach Volley in Potokaki or water sports at Doryssa hotel are good choices as well.  Next stop Ireon archaeological site and Ireon village. Then the villages around such as Pagondas, Spatharei and Pyrgos. Koumaradei is an essential stop on your tour either to taste Panorama’s village cookings (and the view) but also to shop traditional handmade goodies. Ceramics, loom products and herbs will fill your bags with aromas and a touch […]

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Travel regulations for Greece to prepare your visit to Samos in 2021. Useful information from resources; IATA, EU, Greek Government

Samos, the green island out of the blue of the Aegean Sea. The Greek hospitality, the Mediterranean climate, the Samian nature all combining an extraordinary symphony. Samos will get your attention with its stunning natural environment, with its rich tastes and aromas and with the warmth of the Samians. mySamos guide is here to offer you the best Samos can give you. Enjoy and unforgettable stay and keep mySamos.gr as your #1 tool to explore the island.

Travel regulations for Greece to prepare your visit to Samos in 2021. Useful information from resources; IATA, EU, Greek Government

Those of us who love Samos, who love our island and who love getting there again and again, as soon as summer comes or as soon as we have the opportunity to be there once again, Samos is the reason or at least one of the reasons we are waiting for this “storm” to calm down.

There is a place where you can stop and gaze both beaches from one single corner. This is Tsamadou beach bar, right between the two famous beaches. Stop with your car or motor bike at the beach bar which is for your surprise way up from the coast, among the pine trees and choose which way to go. On your left hand you can view Tsamadou beach and Navagos beach bar, one of the most famous and renowned places of the island and on your right hand you can see Lemonakia beach and Andreas place, the famous fish tavern. Both beaches are awesome, the trees are right above them and the water is crystal clear, so attractive to dive. All services are offered here and both beaches are just a 5′ drive to Kokkari. You can even walk from Kokkari to both Lemonakia and Tsamadou. Sunbathe, take photos, enjoy a snack and a drink, swim, read a book and relax, eat lunch and spend the day here because it is worth doing so.