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Getting to Chios
To reach Chios, you can either take a plane or a ferry. Several direct flights to Chios are available, with a flight time of approximately 25 to 30 minutes from Athens. The island’s national airport, Chios Airport — “Omiros” operates direct flights from Athens, Thessaloniki, Mytilene, Samos, and Rhodes.
If you prefer to travel by ferry, you can board one from Piraeus Port in Athens. The trip takes about 8–9 hours and usually operates overnight. Chios is also connected by ferry to several other Greek islands and destinations, including Lesvos, Mykonos, Syros, Ikaria, Lavrio Port, Lemnos, Kavala, Agios Efstratios, Fournoi, and Samos.
You have three options to get to Piraeus port from the Athens International Airport.
1. You could take a taxi directly to the port (If you choose this option, ask for a receipt or use Uber so they do not charge you extra).
— Duration: 0:40 hr - 1:00 hr.
— Cost: 50-60 Euros from the airport or 25-40 Euros from the city.
2. You could take a direct bus called “X96” that departs every 20-30 minutes.
— Duration: 1:00 hr - 1:30 hrs
— Cost: Around 6 Euros
3. Lastly, you can take the Blue Line metro from the airport towards Piraeus port.
— Duration: 0:40 hr - 0:60 hrs
— Cost: Around 12 Euros
your information
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Amenities
Our home offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Stay connected with high-speed Wi-Fi and prepare your favourite meals in our fully equipped kitchen. Relax in the cosy living area with a projector and streaming services, or unwind on the outdoor patio. We provide fresh linens, toiletries, towels, and beach towels for your convenience. Additionally, artists participating in our creative retreats and art residencies have access to a well-stocked studio with various art supplies, including acrylic and oil paints, paintbrushes, clay, sculpting materials, and more. You can find the available equipment in our art studio here. Whether you're here for a short getaway or an extended stay, our home is designed to offer a seamless, inspiring, and relaxing experience.
athens guide
If you are spending some time in Athens before or after your Hydra visit, we wanted to give you our Athenian Guide. We would be more than happy to help you if you need any other recommendations about Athens.
getting around
In our village, you’ll find a variety of amenities within walking distance, including cafés, two tavernas, a pharmacy, an ATM, two bakeries, two grocery stores, and a creperie. You can rent a car or motorcycle on the island if you would like to, although we will take you to most of the must-see spots. Additionally, there is a beach with a taverna and a bar just a 20-minute walk away.
Our advice
This journey is a wonderful group experience, bringing together diverse individuals for a memorable time. While we strive to engage with each guest personally, it’s important to embrace the unique dynamics of our group, which means we may not always cater to every individual preference. We encourage you to be open-minded and welcoming, to meet new friends, enjoy a little time alone if you wish, and explore new foods and practices. Let’s navigate this adventure with emotional maturity, being aware of our feelings and those of others. Remember, there’s no one-size-fits-all in experiences like these; life may not always unfold as we hope, but these moments can lead to positive growth and valuable lessons rather than disappointment.