Close to the capital of Athens and its port, Piraeus, these islands huddled around the Greek mainland are fab for a first go if you’re not sure island hopping is for you. Spend a few cultured ...

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these islands huddled around the Greek mainland are fab for a first go if you’re not sure island hopping is for you. Spend a few cultured nights in the capital, then hop on the ferry to nearby ...

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island hopping is surely the ultimate – and ultimately sustainable – Greek adventure. Ferry Hopper sells tickets for multiple routes from £22 per person. Rising from the lush Thessaly plains ...