Karpathos islandThe hidden paradise in the Aegean Sea

Karpathos is an island of wild, untouched beauty that has no equal, sculpted by winds, customs, and centuries-old traditions. Celebrated for its wild mountains and blue coves, this long, craggy island is among the least commercialized in Greece.

Within Karpathos’ mountainous interior are colorful, untouched villages that have preserved everything that is most traditional in a wonderful capsule of authenticity. You will discover an island with its soul very much intact, with living traditions, people of real character, musical skills passed down the generations, and legendary festivals – untarnished by modern fads.

The village of Olymbos is described as a “living folklore museum in Greece” with captivating history and ancient traditions that give you a window into the old world of Greece as women in the village often choose their traditional costumes over more modern attire. Its houses spill down the slope seawards, tightly bound to each other and rooted in the rock. This wild place kept pirates and marauders eager to plunder Karpathos at bay, and it still resists intrusions by today’s more peaceful invaders.

Karpathos will captivate you with its rich cultural heritage but does not lack exotic beauty. It has the most beautiful beaches you can imagine. Hidden between high green mountains, even in high season, there will be a private beach where you will feel like nobody has ever been there.

With its untouched beauty, traditional villages, stunning beaches, and warm hospitality, Karpathos is a destination that offers a true escape from the modern world.