GUIDE TO AGIOS NIKITAS

Winding Roads And Taxi Boats

Agios Nikitas holidays will take you to the stunning island of Lefkas, just off the coast of mainland Greece. Situated on the North West coast of the island, this picturesque fishing village still retains its traditional charm.

With a population of just 100, it makes for a quiet, relaxing summer holiday. The small pebble beach is backed by high, lush mountains and the clear blue waters are perfect for families and couples. Further round the coast is the famous beach of Mylos which gets its name from the old, ruined mill. The shimmering sea and small coves bring many visitors here and this beach can get busy in high season as water sports are widely available.

The slow pace of life in Agios Nikitas gives you the opportunity to explore the area with walks along the rugged coastline and down in the valleys which are covered in olive and pine trees. Stop for a bite to eat at one of the seafront tavernas where the home cooked cuisine and local vino will tantalise your taste buds.

The village is close to several superb beaches.

Leading up from the seafront, the winding road takes you to the centre of the village, an area which is traffic free. Here you can watch the locals drinking tea and playing backgammon for hours on end, and wander the souvenir shops for those gifts to take home. Holidays in Agios Nikitas offer Self Catering studios and apartments and small Bed and Breakfast hotels and pensions. Most are family run and the owners really do go the extra mile to make your stay fantastic.

If you want to venture out of the village, take the local bus to Lefkas Town which is only 12km away. Here you can spend hours meandering through the cobbled streets and sit in pavement cafes watching the world go by. There are taxi boats available to take visitors around the island to the many different coastal resorts. You can also combine your holiday here with a stay in Parga, on the mainland. Holidays to Agios Nikitas are bookable through Late Deals.