After five amazing nights in Chania, we took the ferry from Heraklion (Crete) to Naxos, where we spent another four nights. Unlike Crete, Naxos is part of the Cyclades, or the iconic “blue and white” islands that probably come to mind when you think of Greece (à la Mamma Mia!).
We had a whole itinerary planned, but once we arrived, the island’s relaxed beauty swept us away. Instead of rushing from one attraction to another, we decided to slow down, embrace the laid-back vibe, and simply hang out. Naxos completely stole our hearts, and I’m already dreaming of the day we return.
Since we ended up scrapping most of our original plans, this post is less about a detailed itinerary and more about Naxos itself. Below are some of my favorite snapshots from our time on the island, to inspire your own visit. If you want the practical version, we also wrote up where to eat in Naxos Town and our dinner at The Naxos Apothecary.
We were welcomed to Naxos by a sailboat, with the Portara (Naxos’ most famous landmark) in the background.
The flowers were very pretty throughout Naxos.
Just a random street in Chora.
Sun setting in Chora (Naxos Town).
I heart Naxos.
Naxos Town, or Chora, from the Portara.
The Mediterranean Sea off Naxos.
A cute cat in Naxos.
Sunset in Naxos from our hotel.
Naxos Portara, also known as the Temple of Apollo.
View of Naxos town.
More pretty flowers. These were near Agios Georgios.
Agios Georgios Beach.
Another view of Chora.
Greece is, indeed, bliss.
Chora, Naxos.
Loads of blue & white.
This is a famous mural in Chora.
A small bed and breakfast in Chora, Naxos.
Naxian waters.
Lots of cute cats all over Naxos.
I LOVED all the pink flowers.
Sunset from the Portara.
A different shade of pink.
Another of Agios Georgios Beach.
I wish we had rented this car.
You cannot miss a sunset in Naxos.
The waters are crystal clear.
From our hotel.
More blue and white.
Naxos’ main harbor.
Just after the sun went down.
One more of the sunset.