Spring colors, intoxicating perfumes, the devoutness of the Holy Week and the revival of the Resurrection. Easter in Greece is all this and much more, so we invite you to get into the holiday mood with 6 ultimate travel experiences.

Colors and scents in Santorini

A unique Easter experience composed by the scents of the spring, the colorful wildflowers, the energy of the Caldera and the special customs. On this idyllic island, devoutness finds its most authentic version in the medieval village of Pyrgos. On Good Friday the procession of the Epitaph with the lights of thousands flaming cans creates an incredibly devout atmosphere that will be forever etched in your memory. The taste of melitinia complements the experience.

Check-in: At Voreina Gallery Suites, the boutique treasure in the medieval village of Pyrgos, from 185 euros/overnight. See more here.

At the award-winning and romantic Astra Suites with Caldera background and enchanting sunsets, from 315 euros/overnight. More here.

Devoutness in Mani

The Laconian Mani gets dressed in the colors of wildflowers, the aromas of spring and shares with its visitors traditional local customs. On Good Thursday, from the town of Areopolis and the Diros Tower to Gerolimenas and Porto Cayo, the housewives cook traditional Easter desserts. On Good Friday, the atmosphere is particularly devout in Areopolis, Flomochori and Gerolimenas, while in the evening of the Resurrection, the entire sky of Mani gets illuminated with colorful fireworks.

Check-in: At the award-winning Kyrimai Hotel, which will travel you in time and offer you a unique stay in an old warehouse and an imposing tower that has been refurbished and transformed into a hotel. From 105 euros/overnight. See more here.

Cosmopolitan Easter close to Athens

Two gorgeous spring destinations close to Athens, Nafplion and Spetses combine the sea breeze, the cosmopolitan atmosphere, the colors of nature and the special customs. In the romantic capital of Argolida region you will follow the Epitaph in the streets of the Old Town, while on Holy Saturday you will visit Syntagma Square for the Resurrection ceremony. Take the speedboat to the cosmopolitan island of the perfumes to experience extraordinary customs such as the meeting of the four Epitaphs in Poseidon Square, the Resurrection in the Analipsi district and the burning of Judas at Kounoupitsa Square on Easter Sunday.

Check-in in Nafplion: At the award-winning Hotel Perivoli, which is embraced by a fragrant orange grove in the village of Pyrgiotika and has a panoramic view of Nafplion. From 121 EUR / overnight. More here.

Check-in on Spetses: At the emblematic Poseidonion Grand Hotel that has been a reference point for Spetses for over a century. From 380 EUR / overnight. See more here.

Mystical Easter in Meteora

The experience of Easter in Meteora is deeply mystical. The six monasteries that operate in the giant stone complex reveal visitors the true meaning of the Resurrection and cause nothing but awe. On Good Thursday it is worth attending the Holy Monastery of Varlaam. On the night of the Resurrection, we suggest you visit the Grand Meteora Monastery for a unique experience.

Check-in: Situated on Loggaki Hill, just outside the city of Trikala, Ananti City Resort features an award-winning spa, a restaurant and a bar and has panoramic views of the Thessaly plain and Meteora. Discover more here.

Easter on the Greek mountains

Arachova with its 35 churches and traditional Easter customs is an ideal destination for you to visit during the Holy Week. It is famous for the procession of the icon of Saint George on Easter Sunday followed by about 500 people dressed in traditional costumes.

Check in: At the luxurious  Santa Marina Arachova Resort & Spa or the private chalet VIP Chalet in Parnassos. See more here and here.

Mountainous Arcadia with its inexhaustible natural beauty and famous attractions is an ideal mountain destination for Easter. The two historical monasteries, located on both sides of the Lousios Gorge, the Philosophos Monastery and the Monastery of Prodromos, will inspire you to get in the climate of the days.

Check in: At the stone-built atmospheric suites of Elafos Natural Boutique Hotel & Spa. See more here.

Easter in Crete

Chania wear their spring colours and invite visitors for a traditional Cretan feast, after the mournful atmosphere and the devotion of the Holy Week. On Good Friday, follow the epitaph of the Metropolis of Chania. Wander around the alleys, the city center and the districts and discover the infinite natural beauties of the region, with a visit to Omalos, Paleochora, the picturesque Sougia and the magical Sfakia.

Check in: At the award-winning Conte Marino Villas in the village of Kontomari, Platanias. Discover more here.

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From: Anthi Sasmatzoglou

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