Halkidiki Holidays

Halkidiki's three peninsulas - Kassandra, Sithonia, and Mount Athos - extend out from northern Greece into the Aegean Sea. The Kassandra peninsula, with its sandy beaches, is home to the resorts of Kalithea, Sani, and Pefkohori.

The central ‘prong’ – Sithonia - is covered in pine forests, a rugged landscape, and secluded sandy bays; the perfect terrain for hikers and bikers. Its resorts include the beach hotspots of Agios Ioannis and Spathies.

The Mount Athos peninsula is home to the towns of Olympiada and Ouranoupolis and also Polygyros, Halkidiki’s capital city, with its archaeological museum and old town.

Whether you’re looking for a quiet family holiday, a sunshine getaway with friends, or a romantic break for two, Halkidiki is the perfect choice!

Where is the best place to stay on Halkidiki?

Choose sophisticated Sani with its Blue Flag beach and yacht-lined marina, Hanioti and its vibrant village square and bustling evening markets, or Kalithea’s lively after-dark scene. 

Beach life is the focus of holidays in Halkidiki with stunning beaches to enjoy, from quiet secluded coves to busier stretches with water sports. Diving is popular with plentiful marine life, tunnels, and caves to explore.

The pine forests around Halkidiki are perfect for hiking, mountain biking, and horse riding. Don't miss a boat trip to the monasteries on Mount Athos or a visit to the Cave of Petralona and Anthropological Museum in Polygyros.

The cosmopolitan city of Thessaloniki, only 100km from Halkidiki, has museums, cultural sites, restaurants, and bars and also designer boutiques and classic antique stores if you fancy some retail therapy.

Halkidiki comes to life after dark; Hanioti has out-of-town clubs, while revellers head to the famous Kalithea beach or the buzzing city of Thessaloniki. Quieter nights can be found at the small fishing villages of Skioni and Marmaras.

There are many places to dine out on a Halkidiki holiday; from restaurants serving international fare or locally caught seafood to traditional tavernas serving Greek specialities.

Start your meal with a meze of appetisers including Taramasalata, Tzatziki, and Dolmades and follow with traditional Greek favourites of Moussaka or Calamari with Baklava for dessert. Aniseed flavoured Ouzs the preferred aperitif and the robust Retsina wine is the popular accompaniment to any meal.