The only part you need to plan

As Ros and Neil map out their own journey — driving to Greece through France and Italy with Meg the dog in the back — it’s a reminder that there are many ways to arrive.

Some are longer, some more direct, but all of them mark the beginning of stepping away from everyday life and into something quieter. For most people, getting to Naxos is simpler than it first appears.

From the UK
Fly to Athens, then take a short 40-minute flight to Naxos. You can also travel by train through Europe if you’d prefer a slower route, or take a ferry for the final stretch. Some guests choose to pause overnight in Athens to make the journey feel more relaxed.

From the USA
Fly into Athens (direct or via Europe), then connect onwards to Naxos. Alternatively, you can arrive via Santorini or Mykonos and take a ferry across.

From Australia
Travel via Southeast Asia or Europe into Athens, then continue to Naxos. Breaking the journey with a stopover, or an overnight in Athens, makes all the difference.

If you’ve been wondering about travel more generally, Greece remains a very safe and welcoming destination, and flights are still relatively reasonable, especially when booked a little in advance.

Flight or ferry
Flying is the quickest and easiest option. The ferry is slower, but there’s something special about arriving by sea — catching your first glimpse of the Portara as you approach the island is something many people remember long after the journey ends. Both options work well.

When you arrive
We’ll meet you and take you to your accommodation, so there’s nothing to organise. You’ll have time to settle in, rest, or explore a little.

In the evening, we gather for a relaxed welcome and a shared meal.

From that point on, everything is arranged.

All you need to do is get here.