Sail the Greek isles with Windstar and discover some of Greece's hidden gems.
Windstar’s yachts are able to anchor in smaller, secluded ports in the Mediterranean, offering guests access to ancient cities, stunning beaches, medieval castles and more.
Monemvasia
In Monemvasia, guests can wander cobblestone streets with seaside views that look like a fairytale. The fortress town was established in the Byzantine Era and visitors can see the sprawling castle built on the south side of the island. In addition, the lower section of the town features a labyrinth of pedestrian-only streets surrounded by restored stone mansions and the Church of Christ Elkomenos.
Patmos
One of the highlights of Patmos is the 11th-century Monastery of St. John. The museum features a magnificent collection of jeweled chalices, crowns and crosses, plus several religious paintings, including an original El Greco.
Chora is the island's capital and offers a classic Greek aesthetic with narrow streets and whitewashed buildings. In addition to spectacular views of the Aegean Sea, there is Simandris House with an extensive collection of antiques and architecture and nearby Skala, which has a number of shops, bars and restaurants.
Nafplio, Greece (Photo Credit: Windstar)
Nafplio
Bourtzi Castle is one of the most iconic sights in Nafplio. The fortress was constructed in 1473 and it looks as though it is floating on the water.
The town is the gateway to some of Europe's most historical sites, including the famous Theater of Epidaurus and the nearby ruins of Mycenae and Tiryns.
Naxos
This was a new Windstar port in 2023 and is a hidden gem in the Cyclades Islands. While it's close to touristy hotspots like Santorini and Mykonos, it's still relatively unknown.
Its most photographed landmark is the Temple of Apollo or the Great Door erected in the 6th century BC. Its main town of Chora features a number of palaces dating back to the island’s Venetian Period, including the Glezos-Crispi Tower, which is the last remaining tower of the nearly one dozen that once existed at Naxos Castle.
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