If you are looking for a tourist destination where you can do nothing but just relax and enjoy a peaceful stay then you must plan your trip to the most beautiful island of Paxos. The wonderful island on land in the Ionian Sea is very small at 19 square kilometers. You can even explore the whole island by walking. Well, you have plenty to do and traverse, despite its small area: three main port towns, 30 beaches, olive grove surrounds, steep cliffs, caves, and blue water.
If you are very concerned about privacy and your main goal of traveling is to find serenity, then you can spend a month here in solitude.
This island is known for its idyllic approach and calm atmosphere, and for a romantic stay: nothing could be demanded more than serenity, privacy and scenic beauty. After all, there is a mythology behind the establishment of this island.
According to myth, the god of the sea, Poseidon, created this wonderful island as a love nest for himself and Amfitriti. Since then, the island has kept its charm, giving every visitor a sense of paradise with its picturesque settings and haunted settlements.
You can reach this island by boat, either from Corfu or from Parga. After arriving on the island, you can feel the purity and tranquility of the environment. The centuries-old settlement in the villages will captivate you with its eccentric beauty. Let’s start by going through the port towns one by one to experience the ancient Greek settlement up close.
Stroll through the narrow streets of Gaios
Start your excursion from the capital town of Paxos, Gaios, which is also the main port of the island. You can stroll through the narrow streets of this town and you can also try your tongue to taste the best coffee and delicious homemade ice creams. You can find wonderful taverns in front of the sea and you can enjoy the Greek food served on your plates. You can also visit a museum and a gallery in this town, if you love to explore history and art.
Explore the magnificent settlement of Loggos
If you want to experience the traditional settlement and want to try some delicious food, then you must visit Loggos. Known as a fishing village, this was once a trading town with several factories. However, it is still a commercial ground with a few shops, several restaurants and dozens of taverns.
Go sailing in Lakka
Lakka, on the other side, seems vibrant with the church, the lighthouse, the yacht club and a few taverns. If you want to go a little adventurous on this laid-back island, then drag out to sail and have some fun.
Thirty Beaches for a Leisure Walk
You are in Paxos and you have not traversed the beaches, so your trip is a failure. You have 30 beaches and they are all pebble. However, if you are going for an excursion to Erimitis, then you can find a perfect amalgamation of white sand and pebbles on the beach. Don’t forget to watch the sunset and sunrise on this beach. You would surely fall in love with the miraculous beauty of nature. You can take a walk with your beloved on the pebble beaches and feel the freshness spreading everywhere.
A walking journey through the inner beauty of Paxos
If you love walking, there is nothing better than walking on trails to explore this wonderful island and its impressive views. You can experience the untouched and beautiful nature at a very slow pace. A romantic walk through the olive groves with your partner would be the best way to explore the island and find enough quality time to lose yourself in romantic conversations during the walk.
Book a West Coast Excursion Boat
You have a lot of soft things to explore on the East Coast, but there are a few things that show you the rough edges of this island in the most beautiful way. Book a boat and travel the west coast. The entire western coastal area can be explored by boat and therefore you may have the chance to see coves and rugged cliffs during the tour.